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Investigating the Effects of Severe Plastic Deformation on Aluminium Alloy Properties: A Comparative Study
Abstract: Equal channel angular pressing is a metal forming process. It serves as a strengthening treatment through which ductile metals can be processed to refine their grain and subgrain structure. This process improves the mechanical performance of metals, including tensile strength, stress-controlled fatigue strength, and resistance to fatigue crack propagation. Equal channel angular pressing is one of the severe plastic deformation methods employed to produce ultrafine-grained materials. In this method, a …
Published in International Journal of Mechanics and Design · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 26–43 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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Preceding winter season crops and residue management practices on root: shoot characters,yield and economics of succeeding pearlmillet under no-ill tilled semi-arid ecosystem
Abstract: Conservation agriculture practices,such as no-tillage with residue recycling is a very popular feasible approach to increase the productivity and resource-use efficiency under rainfed ecosystem. A field experiment wasaccomplished at IARI, Pusa, NewDelhi toidentify suitable pearl millet based cropping systems mainly with wheat, chickpea and mustardalongwith the organic mulches,viz.no residues, crop residues and Leucaenatwigs applied to both summer and winter season crops grown in sequence during 2010–2011 and 2011-2012. Both rainy- …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 16–27 Read article
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Importance of Mathematical Modeling (Response Surface Methodology) in Equal Channel Angular Pressing
Abstract: Severe plastic deformation is a technique for producing a deformation. Equal channel angular pressing is one of the unique methods for producing high plastic deformation in Aluminum alloys due to its quality of having the same dimensions after processing. In present work, A die was designed on the basis of a mathematical model generated by RSM. Variation in die geometry and other conditions were represented in present work. ANOVA presented …
Published in International Journal of Structural Mechanics and Finite Elements · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 46–54 Read article
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Impact of Annealing on Structural and Surface Properties of Nanostructured ZnO Thin Films
Abstract: ZnO thin movies with various grain size were developed on undefined quartz substrate utilizing turn covering technique. We have announced the impact of toughening temperatures on the basic and surface properties of ZnO thin movies. The surface properties were described by AFM. From XRD investigation, it can be seen that the FWHM diminishes with an expansion in strengthening temperature from 500 to 575ºC which is reflected in the expansion in …
Published in International Journal of Applied Nanotechnology · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 33–37 Read article
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Advancing Maize Leaf Disease Detection: A Machine Learning Approach
Abstract: Every day, countless grains and fruits are cultivated around the world. To keep up with the growing population’s needs, farmers are constantly adopting new and advanced techniques. Furthermore, the development and application of new technologies enable the quick and simple detection of plant diseases. Identifying plant diseases at an early stage is crucial to minimizing their effects on crop productivity and quality. Traditional diagnostic methods often rely on expert knowledge …
Published in International Journal of Image Processing and Pattern Recognition · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 17–25 Read article
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Complex Weed Flora Management in Irrigated Wheat Using Ready-Mix Post-Emergence Herbicides
Abstract: A field experiment was conducted during the Rabi season of 2015-16 and 2017-18 at Junagadh (Gujarat) to evaluate the efficacy of some post-emergence herbicides and their mixtures against complex weed flora in wheat. The major weed flora noticed in the experimental field were Echinochloa colona, Cynodon dactylon, Brachiaria spp. and Dactyloctenium aegyptium among the monocots; Amaranthus viridis, Chenopodium album, Digera arvensis, Melilotus indica, Portulaca oleracea, Convolvulus arvensis, Euphorbia hirta and …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 8–12 Read article
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Imminent Bioperspectives of Aromatic Plant Leaf Extracts from Cinnamomum tamala and its Biopesticidal Potential against Tribolium castaneum (Herbst.)
Abstract: present research work concluded that when the C. tamala leaf extract of five various solvents revealed that acetone extract possessed potential biopesticidal efficiency because it contains the cinnamaldehyde and linalool like compounds present in the same extract. Totally eleven compounds are elucidated from the leaf (acetone extract) through a GCMS analysis. It was almost conformed that these two aldehyde and aromatic carboxylic acid groups were presented in the acetone extract …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 31–43 Read article
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Evaluation of NPSB Fertilizer Rate to Improve Wheat Productivity in Cheha and Yem Districts of Southern Ethiopia
Abstract: Wheat is one of the major cereal crops produced in Ethiopia for the purpose of both home consumption and market; however, its productivity is low due to limited knowledge on rate of fertilizer application, low availability of soil nutrients. Therefore, this research was conducted in 2018 to 2019 during the main cropping season to determine best fertilizer rate for better production of wheat. The experiment consists of eight treatments such …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 20–26 Read article
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Enhancing Yield and Yield Components of Common Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) Varieties by Integrated Blended NPS and Bio-fertilizer in Misrak Meskan District, Central Region, Ethiopia
Abstract: Low available phosphorus, total nitrogen, sulfur, and lack of selected cultivars are the main obstacles to the production of common beans in the research area. An experiment was conducted at Misrak Meskan in 2022 to determine the optimal combination of parameters for maximum yield in common bean types. The study evaluated three levels of NPS fertilizer (0, 100, and 200 kg/ha), two levels of Rhizobium (with and without), and four …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 10–19 Read article
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A Review of Geophysical, Geochemical and Geotechnical Study of the Marine Soil of Mahakalapada With Special Allusion to Its Stratigraphic Set-up
Abstract: The present study deals with the marine soil properties collected from Mahakalapada of Kendrapara district in Odisha. Five numbers of saturated soil samples were collected from 2ʹ to 3ʹ below the earth surface and were mixed thoroughly to get the best result. The soil was initially air dried in open atmosphere prior to the testing. The various properties of each sample was calculated either in-situ or in the laboratory. The …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 16–23 Read article
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Effect of Calcium doping on Structural and Morphological properties of YBCO Superconductor
Abstract: In this paper, we have reported the effect of Ca doping in YBCO superconductors with an aim of understanding the effect of novel local nano distortions on the superconducting properties of YBCO. Solid state reaction method is used to prepare the samples. X-Ray diffraction pattern shows that the samples are polycrystalline and having orthorhombic structure while Resistivity measurement shows that Tc decreases with increase in Ca-doping.Morphological studies reveals clear evolution …
Published in International Journal of Applied Nanotechnology · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 6–10 Read article
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Blue Shift of Sol-gel Synthesized ZnO Nano-particles: Size Dependent Quantum Confinement Effect
Abstract: Zinc oxide nano-crystals with different size and shape were synthesized by sol-gel technique at 90°C. ZnO nano-particles show (100), (002), (101), (102), (110), and (103) crystalline orientation and strong band-edge emission at 408 nm. Grain size of ZnO nano-crystals varies from 4 nm to 20 nm due to variation of molar ratio of polyethylene glycol with zinc acetate during synthesis. ZnO nano-materials with grain size 4 nm and 8 nm …
Published in International Journal of Nanomaterials and Nanostructures · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 8–15 Read article
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Tri-Route Orchestration of Sr-Modification, MoldVibration, and T6 Treatment on the Microstructure andPerformance of A356 Alloy
Abstract: This study examines the cascade effects of chemical modification, mechanical mold vibration during solidification, and subsequent T6 heat treatment on the microstructural evolution and multi-property enhancement of A356 Alloy cast via permanent mold casting. Initially Sodium (Na) modifying flux (2– 4 wt%) and Strontium (Sr) elemental modifier (0.01–0.05 wt%) were implemented to refine the morphology of eutectic silicon; Sr addition at an optimal concentration of 0.04 wt.% yielded superior eutectic …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 13–25 Read article
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Advances in the Synthesis and Functional Applications of Crystalline Materials
Abstract: Crystalline materials represent one of the most important classes of advanced materials in modern science and engineering due to their highly ordered atomic arrangements and outstanding physical, chemical, electrical, optical, thermal, and mechanical properties. The periodic organization of atoms within crystal lattices provides exceptional opportunities for controlling and optimizing material performance through advanced synthesis strategies, crystal growth techniques, compositional modification, and defect engineering. Recent progress in materials science has enabled …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Synthesis and Chemical Reactions · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Importance of Fiber in Human Health
Abstract: Fiber is an essential component in modern science and daily life, contributing significantly to both human health and technological advancement. In Dietary fiber is an essential component of nutrition that contributes significantly to overall health and disease prevention. It is mainly derived from plant-based sources including fruits, vegetables, legumes, nuts, and whole grains. Fiber supports healthy digestion, enhances bowel regularity, prevents constipation, and promotes the growth of beneficial intestinal microorganisms. …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Synthesis and Chemical Reactions · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Recent Advances in the Development and Performance Optimization of Advanced Metallic Alloys
Abstract: The continuous demand for high-performance materials in aerospace, automotive, energy, and biomedical industries has accelerated research and development in advanced metallic alloys. Metallurgy and alloy design play a crucial role in achieving superior mechanical, thermal, and chemical properties while maintaining cost efficiency and sustainability. This study presents a comprehensive overview of recent advances in metallic alloy development, focusing on novel alloying strategies, microstructural control, and performance optimization techniques. Emphasis is …
Published in International Journal of Metallurgy and Alloys · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Intelligent Trajectories: Harnessing Artificial Intelligence for Next Generation Missile and Propellant Design
Abstract: The rapid evolution of artificial intelligence (AI) has unlocked transformative pathways for high-performance aerospace engineering, yet its integration into missile and propellant design remains nascent. This study investigates a hybrid AI-driven framework that unites physics-based modeling, data-centric learning, and multi-objective optimization to accelerate the conception, validation, and refinement of missile airframes and solid-propellant formulations. First, a physics-informed neural network (PINN) is trained on a curated database of historic missile geometries, …
Published in International Journal of Energetic Materials · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 20–26 Read article
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Enhancing the strength and flexibility of crowns and bridges: advances in materials, design, and nanotechnology.
Abstract: The continuous advancement in restorative dentistry has led to the integration of nanotechnology in the fabrication of crowns and bridges, significantly enhancing their mechanical and functional performance. Nano-enhanced materials, including nanoparticle-reinforced resin matrices, nanostructured ceramics, and nano-modified adhesive systems, demonstrate superior properties compared to conventional materials. These improvements are largely attributed to the uniform dispersion of nanoparticles, which enhances filler–matrix bonding, increases surface interaction, and reduces microstructural defects, resulting in …
Published in International journal of Nanobiotechnology · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 34–42 Read article
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Influence of Rubber Particle Size on the Ductility and Energy Absorption of Structural Elements
Abstract: Abstract This research investigates how the rubber particle sizes influence the ductility and energy absorption of structural members made of RC. For this analysis, the different types of waste tire rubbers (with a grains size of 1–2 mm, 3–5 mm, and 6–10 mm) were partially replaced for fine aggre-gates. The compressive strengths, load-deflection behaviors, ductility ratios and energy dissipation properties are discussed by means of experimental mix design analysis and …
Published in International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 Read article