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Evaluating the Role of Urban Green Spaces in Enhancing Neighborhood Livability: A Case Study of Vellayambalam
Abstract: Urban green spaces (UGS) constitute vital elements of sustainable urban systems, contributing significantly to ecological stability, social well-being, health benefits, and economic resilience. This study aims to evaluate the contribution of UGS to neighborhood livability in Vellayambalam, Trivandrum, by analyzing their environmental, social, and economic functions. The study includes combined geographical analysis, field survey, observation, and perspective study. Using maps helps to analyze the spatial distribution, accessibility, and ecological performance …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 41–51 Read article
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A Sensor-Based Soil Monitoring System for Better Crop Harvesting
Abstract: Crop productivity is strongly affected by soil health, environmental conditions, and the availability of timely and accurate monitoring data. Traditional soil testing and crop assessment methods are labor-intensive and time-consuming. They also lack real-time capabilities, which limits efficient agricultural decision-making. This paper proposes an IoT-enabled smart soil monitoring and crop management system that provides real-time analysis of important soil and environmental parameters to improve agricultural productivity. The proposed system uses …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 18–24 Read article
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Optimizing Internal Combustion Engine Performance and Fleet Fuel Economy through Machine Learning and AI using Big Data Analytics
Abstract: Abstract This paper presents a software-defined operational intelligence approach for optimizing internal combustion engine performance and fleet fuel economy using Big Data Analytics combined with Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence. Real-world vehicle data is transformed into engineered features and virtual sensing outputs to estimate fuel consumption, driver behaviour, and component health without additional hardware. The proposed system integrates fuel optimization, predictive maintenance, driver assistance, and sustainability assessment into a unified …
Published in International Journal of I.C. Engines and Gas Turbines · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Smart Electricity Consumption Monitoring and Billing System
Abstract: Electricity consumption monitoring is essential for optimizing energy use and reducing costs. Traditional meters provide only cumulative readings, leading to inefficiencies and billing discrepancies. This research presents a smart electricity consumption monitoring and billing system that enables users to track real-time power usage and generate automated bills based on actual consumption. A hardware device measures voltage and current, calculates power consumption, and transmits data to a web-based platform via the …
Published in International Journal of Electrical Power System and Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 8–15 Read article
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Mathematical and statistical analysis of operational data from transportation systems that impact the final result of greenhouse gas emissions and other atmospheric pollutants
Abstract: Abstract The main objective of this study is to identify which mathematical and statistical models are used to forecast greenhouse gas emissions and other atmospheric pollutants from transportation systems. The research demonstrates how mathematical and statistical tools are used to identify and anticipate future scenarios from an environmental perspective, thus contributing to better solutions for mitigating increased emissions. The research concludes that mathematical and statistical models can more accurately anticipate …
Published in International Journal of Transportation Engineering and Traffic System · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 14–18 Read article
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Smart Electricity Consumption Monitoring and Billing System
Abstract: Electricity consumption monitoring is essential for optimizing energy use and reducing costs. Traditional meters provide only cumulative readings, leading to inefficiencies and billing discrepancies. This research presents a smart electricity consumption monitoring and billing system that enables users to track real-time power usage and generate automated bills based on actual consumption. A hardware device measures voltage and current, calculates power consumption, and transmits data to a web-based platform via the …
Published in International Journal of Electrical Power System and Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 Read article
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Laboratory Scale Study on Fly Ash Replacement to Cement in High-Strength Concrete
Abstract: Abstract Concrete, the cornerstone of modern infrastructure, faces increasing environmental impact of cement production calls for sustainable alternatives in construction materials. Primarily due to the high carbon footprint associated with Portland cement production. This review synthesizes existing research and the findings from an experimental study investigating the partial replacement of Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC) with fly ash in high-strength concrete (HSC) of grade M60. The study specifically examines a 50% …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 22–30 Read article
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From Fiction to Reality: Feasibility Study of Arcologies like Peach Trees in ContemporaryUrban Contexts
Abstract: The concept of arcologies—self-contained vertical cities that integrate housing, workspaces, and amenities within a singular megastructure—has emerged as a potential solution for urban planners and architects, echoing both the utopian ambitions and the critiques of high-density urbanism. Drawing from both speculative fiction and real-world high-density developments such as the Kowloon Walled City and Marina Bay Sands, this study examines arcologies through the multidisciplinary lenses of architecture, urban governance, environmental sustainability, …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 20–25 Read article
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Overview of Integrating Renewable Energy Systems inBuilding Design for Energy-Efficiency
Published in International Journal of Renewable Energy and its Commercialization · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 Read article
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A Comparative Environmental Analysis of Traditional and Concrete Construction Methods in Urban India: Statistical Insights into Carbon Footprints, Resource Consumption, and Waste Generation
Abstract: Significant effects on the environment and climate change have resulted from India’s shift from traditional building techniques to the growth of concrete jungles. Traditional structures used passive cooling, cross-ventilation, and the thoughtful use of courtyards and open spaces. They were made from natural materials that were sourced locally, such as clay, wood, stone, and thatch. Because they were made to use as little energy as possible, encourage natural temperature regulation, …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Biotechnology for Biofuels: Current Progress and the Future of Renewable Energy from Biomass
Abstract: The world is facing significant environmental challenges due to the over-reliance on fossil fuels, resulting in climate change, air pollution, and energy insecurity. The pursuit of sustainable and renewable energy solutions has driven the advancement of biofuels, which can be produced from diverse biomass sources, including agricultural waste, wood, and algae. Biotechnology has played a critical role in improving biofuel production by enhancing the conversion of biomass into bioethanol, biodiesel, …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 29–34 Read article
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Exploring the Utilization of Bakelite Waste as a Partial Coarse Aggregate Replacement in Concrete: An Assessment of Mechanical Properties and Durability
Abstract: Abstract The burgeoning challenge of plastic waste management has prompted researchers to seek sustainable alternatives within various sectors, particularly in the construction industry, which is a significant consumer of raw materials. This study thoroughly investigates the viability of incorporating Bakelite waste, a type of thermosetting plastic known for its durability and resistance to degradation, as a partial replacement for coarse aggregates in concrete formulations. Concrete mixtures were meticulously designed with …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 6–10 Read article
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Advancing Circular Economy in the Water Sector: A Comprehensive Review and Assessment
Abstract: ABSTRACT The unprecedented pace of urbanization and the rapid depletion of natural resources have prompted policymakers and industry leaders to transition from the traditional linear “take-make-use-dispose” model to a more sustainable and regenerative approach known as the Circular Economy (CE). The CE model emphasizes resource conservation through strategies that prioritize reducing, reusing, recycling, and recovering resources, aiming to minimize waste and extend the lifecycle of materials within economic systems. This …
Published in International Journal of Water Resources Engineering · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 23–33 Read article
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Sorghum vulgare Plus Azospirillum lipoferum and Rhizobium tropici with NH4NO3 at 50% Reduce N2O Releasing
Abstract: Sorghum vulgare, a gramineae of commercial value, requires NH4NO3 for healthy growth, that in excess causes loss of soil productivity and the release of N2O, a greenhouse gas that contributes to global warming. An alternative solution to reduce and optimize NH4NO3 with: Azospirillum lipoferum and Rhizobium tropici. The objective of this work was: to analyze the effect of A. lipoferum and R. tropici 50%. For this, A. lipoferum and R. …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 14–19 Read article
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Harvesting and Managing Rainwater
Abstract: Rainfall harvesting, or RWH, is the practice of gathering and holding onto rainfall rather than allowing it to run off. This water is typically gathered from surfaces like rooftops and redirected into tanks, cisterns, wells, aquifers, or reservoirs that allow it to percolate and replenish groundwater. Additionally, dew and fog can be captured using nets or similar devices. Unlike stormwater harvesting, which collects runoff from various surfaces, RWH focuses on …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 14–19 Read article
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Utilization of Waste Groundnut Shell Ash in Zero Cement Concrete
Abstract: Currently, geopolymer concrete serves as an excellent alternative to traditional plain cementconcrete, as it is produced without using ordinary Portland cement. Different source materials suchas fly ash, rice husk ash, metakaolin, red mud etc. are preferred to act as the main source forgeopolymer production. In this work, a new innovative waste material such as groundnut ash isutilized as the source material for the manufacture of geopolymer concrete by considering thestrength, …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 9–17 Read article
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Analyzing the Necessity for Climate-Responsive Building Methods: A Review
Abstract: Climate-responsive techniques tend to create sustainable and comfortable environments in the built structure. Buildings designed with climate responsiveness are intended to be comfortable, sustainable, and follow their surroundings without disturbing today’s climate. There is a significant increase in demand due to the rise of global warming and carbon -footprint. This paper explores the significance of climate-responsive architectural strategies and their effects on sustainability, energy efficiency, andthe well-being of people. The …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 49–58 Read article
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Architectural Juggernaut: Decoding the Marvel
Abstract: The study's goal is to utilise natural systems, structures, and procedures to create long-term answers to social challenges. The Renaissance incorporated anthropometry into architecture, elevating man's social standing. A variety of variables influence these trends, including technical improvements, environmental concerns, cultural and sociological shifts, and changing client and user needs. These evolutions resulted in the terms "sustainable architecture" and "biomimicry," which essentially means "to imitate living things." It is a …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 42–50 Read article
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Pig food waste and its management
Abstract: In the recent years, the very issue of food waste management has become a global concern and an alarming topic. As per the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), approximately one-third of the total global food production is wasted annually. The amount of food waste which is generated in the common households is very high, with studies and statistics showing that up to 50% of household waste comprises of food items. …
Published in International Journal of Animal Biotechnology and Applications · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 40–44 Read article
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A Review on Challenges and Opportunities in Green Pharmacy
Abstract: The green chemistry revolution is providing an enormous number of challenges to those who practice chemistry in industry, education and research. With these challenges however, there are an equal number of opportunities to discover and apply new chemistry, to improve the economics of chemical manufacturing and to enhance the much-tarnished image of chemistry. After introducing the concept of new sustainable chemical technologies and also including a brief assessment of green …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 33–41 Read article