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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Structure Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Intravenous Cannulation Management and, It’s Complication among Staff Nurses in Selected Hospital Mahesana City
Abstract: Background -Intravenous cannulation is a method in which a cannula is located inside a vein to deliver venous admittance. Venous access allows sampling of blood, as well as administration of fluids, medication, parental nutrition, chemotherapy, and blood products. Intravenous therapy is one of the most commonly achieved events in hospitalized patients, it leftovers vulnerable to infections and noninfectious difficulty. Venipuncture is the most commonly performed invasive procedures in hospitals. IV …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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A review on Characteristics and Applications of Nanomaterials
Abstract: Nanomaterials are cornerstones of nanoscience and nanotechnology. These are classified as nanoparticles, nanowires, nanotubes, nanolayers and nanopores. Due to unique properties, nanomaterials have gained the attention of scientific community. This review paper presents recently developed innovative production approaches viz: Top-down and Bottom-up approach. The goal of this paper is to investigate the application field of nanomaterials for industrial environment such as cosmetics, paints, batteries, displays, catalysis, food, medicine etc. KEYWORDS: …
Published in International Journal of Metallurgy and Alloys · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 24–30 Read article
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Evaluation of Corrosion kinetics of zirconium dioxide dispersion strengthened Aluminium metal matrix composites
Abstract: The corrosion kinetics of Aluminum 7068-Zirconium dioxide composites is a major aspect for assessing the capability of utilizing the materials for aviation segments. Aluminum 7068 matrix is a particular class of composite which is known for its high strength characteristics even in critical situations and is utilized as a part of aerospace, automobile and ordinance applications. However the investigations on impact of reinforcements, for instance zirconium dioxide on corrosion conduct …
Published in International Journal of Metallurgy and Alloys · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 9–23 Read article
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Application of MATLAB Simulation Processes on Transfer Functions and Model Equations for Pneumatic Force-Balance Transmitter
Abstract: An investigation was conducted to examine the application of MATLAB simulation processes on transfer functions and model equations for pneumatic force-balance transmitter. A mathematical model was developed to demonstrate the relationship between time and pressure as well as displacement in proportional, derivative and integral controllers. The results obtained revealed increase in times as well as increase in displacement for proportional controller, proportional integral controller and proportional derivative controller. MATLAB 2013 …
Published in International Journal of Digital Communication and Analog Signals · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 7–14 Read article
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Forest and Landscape Restoration: A Review
Abstract: On the word of a global assessment of restoration potential, it is estimated that there are more than two billion hectares of deforested and degraded land around the world. In these degraded land, there is vast opportunities for the restoration. Restoring forests and forest landscapes is an important step in regaining the health and functionality of these ecosystems. Forest landscape restoration (FLR) system is an underway step of restoring ecological …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 49–56 Read article
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A Study on the Characteristics of Livable Cities: A Concept of Future Cities
Abstract: There is need of massive growth for the sustainability of cities and the maintaining the quality of city life. Massive urbanization can usually focus to social instability; depress the capacity of cities to be economically successful and environmentally sustainable. For increasing the citizens’ well-being, a very new model of sustainability is required, including greater incentives to reduce consumption, save energy, and protect the environment. The concept of future cities should …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 42–48 Read article
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A Review on Methods of Classification and Delineation of Riparian Zones
Abstract: Riparian ecosystems are effective systems between aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems and show the conversional zone between two adjacent ecosystems with well-describe vegetation and soil characteristics. They are vital elements of watersheds, primarily due to their protection of surface and ground water quality from impacts related to human land use. The vegetated buffers are complicated ecosystems that gives food and habitat for individual plant and animal species, and are crucial to …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 16–41 Read article
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Green Building Materials and Designs: A Study
Abstract: In the present era of globalization, sustainable constructions have taken on some new steps to inspire green building practice. The basis of green building criteria are energy efficiency, material and resource conservation and sustainable design of the building itself. Energy efficiency still has a long way to go, due to some barriers that prevail in the practice of energy efficiency. Similarly, materials and design that are originally used have created …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 33–37 Read article
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Eco-Cities: An Approach for Sustainable Development
Abstract: Rapid urbanization has brought great challenges to cities and societies environmentally, socially, and economically. Rapid urbanization gradually degrades natural habitats, disrupt hydrological systems, and modify energy flow and nutrient cycling. Nowadays, these significant impacts of human activities, originated from population growth, rapid urbanization, increase in number of private motor vehicles, industrialization and mass livestock production, are increasing exponentially and causing great deal of environmental, social, and economic challenges both at …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 25–32 Read article
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A Review Analysis on Importance of Green Building in India
Abstract: Climate change caused by the release of greenhouse gases (mainly CO2) into the atmosphere has been recognized as one of the greatest threats of the world. The condition of the earth is deteriorating with a rapid rate, and it will turn severe unless people adopt eco-friendly policies. Eco-structure building has long been a concept and widely practiced for better living. In India, up to 40% of the entire energy level …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 16–24 Read article
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Climate Responsive Building Construction: An Analysis
Abstract: Climate is the prevailing meteorological condition in a given region. It is a measure of the average pattern of variation in elements such as temperature, humidity, solar radiation and wind over long periods of time. The design of pleasant buildings that safeguard physiological comfort of users is attained through an understanding of the climate and the human responsive systems. One of the greatest challenges facing human society in the 21st …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 11–15 Read article
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PAPR Reduction in OFDM Using DCT Precoded SLM Technique
Abstract: Orthogonal frequency division multiplexing (OFDM) is a particular form of multi-carrier modulation. OFDM is a combination of modulation and multiplexing which is robust against the multipath effect, intersymbol interference and high spectral efficiency. However, peak-to-average power ratio (PAPR) is a major drawback in the system since this leads to the distortion problem in the linear devices such as the power amplifier (PA). Thus, the PAs require a back-off which is …
Published in International Journal of Digital Communication and Analog Signals · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 33–39 Read article
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Optimal Structure Topology for 11-Level Multilevel Inverter
Abstract: Unlike inverter, multilevel inverter (MLI) is an inverter which works on high power or voltage. It provides a staircase waveform with lower total harmonic distortion. Working on high-power, high-voltage application, they have become more popular. There are some drawbacks also in MLI that it requires a large number of power devices and composite controllability. This paper presents a noble MLI topology using two types of switches, bidirectional and unidirectional. Bidirectional …
Published in International Journal of Digital Communication and Analog Signals · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 24–32 Read article
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Synthesis, characterization, antibacterial activity and in-vitro cytotoxicity of Dy and Fe doped hydroxyapatite nanomaterials
Abstract: Dy- and Fe-doped hydroxyapatite (HAp) was synthesized by the facile aqueous precipitation method. The samples were characterized by using powder X-ray diffraction, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy and transmission electron microscopy. In this work, the antibacterial activities of Dy- and Fe-doped HAp were tested against gram-positive (Staphylococcus aureus, Bacillus subtilis) and gram-negative (Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae and Pseudomonas putida) bacteria by agar diffusion test. It was found that Dy(5)-and Fe(5)-doped HAp …
Published in International Journal of Nanomaterials and Nanostructures · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 46–54 Read article
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Extractive Distillation study for the system Acetone - Chloroform – DMSO
Abstract: Acetone- chloroform is a maximum boiling azeotropic mixture which is frequently observed in the pharmaceutical and specialty chemicals industries. Conventional distillation does not yield the desired separation into pure components that is Acetone and Chloroform. Present work, focuses on separation of mixture by Extractive Distillation (ED) using PRO/II simulation software. Solvent used in separation of the mixture is DMSO (Di Methyl Sulfoxide) and thermodynamic model UNIFAC is selected for the …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Separation Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Antimicrobial Activity of Waste Pulp of Citrus sinensis and Citrus limetta
Abstract: An antimicrobial is a substance which kills or inhibits the growth of different types of micro-organisms such as bacteria, fungi or protozoans. Citrus fruit products act as antimicrobial agents against the bacteria and the fungus. Citrus fruits belong to the family Rutaceae. The main objective was to determine the antimicrobial activity of Citrus sinensis waste pulp and to determine the antimicrobial activity of Citrus limetta waste pulp. The citrus pulp …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 11–22 Read article
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Vesicular–Arbuscular Mycorrhiza Association Alleviates Antioxidant Activity of Bacopa monnieri
Abstract: Methanol extract of Bacopa leaves and ascorbic acid showed a significant scavenging of p < 0.05. The study was conducted to evaluate the effect of vesicular–arbuscular mycorrhiza treatment on antioxidant activity of Bacopa monnieri. Mycorrhiza spores were added to the plants at different time intervals and the plants were categorized as T1, T2, T3 and T4 according to treatments. T1 plants are control, while T2, T3 and T4 plants received …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 24–28 Read article
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Performance Evaluation of Local Oil Palm Fibre Dried in Dark Environment for Bioremediation of Crude Oil Polluted Soil
Abstract: The research work was carried out to investigate the effectiveness of the oil palm fibre dried in dark environment for bioremediation of crude oil polluted loamy soil. Experimental analysis was conducted to examine the characteristics of the effectiveness of the oil palm fibre dried in dark environment on the degradation of the crude oil in loamy soil. Gas Chromatograph (GC) made of x-ray fluorescence spectrometer was used in the analysis …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 16–23 Read article
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“Studies on Benzene & Toluene in Ambient air of Ghaziabad Area of Delhi NCR & their carcinogenic effect”
Abstract: In this paper, the determination of Benzene & Toluene in Ambient air of Ghaziabad area of NCR were investigated. Benzene & Toluene are considered as the Carcinogenic and toxic contaminants of ambient air quality of Ghaziabad. Benzene & Toluene comes from many different sources like petroleum products, including motor fuels, industrial emission, factories and power plants etc. Benzene and toluene are carcinogenic and hazardous to biotic life and no safe …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 19–28 Read article
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A Modified Memetic Particle Swarm Optimization Algorithm for Sustainable Multi-objective Scheduling of Automatic Guided Vehicles in a Flexible Manufacturing System
Abstract: In the present work, a modified memetic particle swarm optimization (MMPSO) algorithm was applied for a sustainable multi-objective scheduling of automatic guided vehicles AGVs in a flexible manufacturing system (FMS). To achieve sustainable scheduling results for AGVs in FMS, it is imperative to integrate the work center schedule with the AGV schedule, and thereafter, minimize their distance travel and back-tracking in the FMS facility. The work center schedule in the …
Published in International Journal of Computer Aided Manufacturing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 33–47 Read article