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1309 articles for “Efficiency”
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The Influence of Hexanol and Methyl Acetate as Oxygenated Additives with Diesel Fuel in a Diesel Engine Generator
Abstract: Diesel engines play a vital role in all the major sectors (such as transportation and industrial) due to their high efficiency, durability, reliability and low operating cost. At the same time, they are considered as one of the biggest contributors of environmental pollution by releasing enormous amount of toxic gases to atmosphere (such as NOx, HC, CO2 and PM). Emissions from transport, especially motor vehicles, increase the level of gases …
Published in International Journal of I.C. Engines and Gas Turbines · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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CFD on Parametric Analysis of Compression Ignition Engine by using Star CCM+
Abstract: Stringent emission from the conventional vehicles draws attention of automobile researches to develop engine either high fuel efficiency and low emission of NOx, CO and unburnt hydrocarbons. Hence, there by Homogeneous charge compression ignition came to the effect. Homogeneous charge compression ignition engine is the type of engine the well organised mixture of air and fuel ratio enters into the combustion chamber, and it is compressed up to auto-ignited temperature …
Published in International Journal of I.C. Engines and Gas Turbines · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 27–66 Read article
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A review on gas turbines derived from aero engines
Abstract: The process of designing and manufacturing turbine engines has many complications and going through this process requires significant time and costs. Therefore, reputable gas turbine manufacturing companies have made a lot of efforts to shorten the design and manufacturing processes, one of these ways is to use air gas turbine cores to build industrial gas turbines. This category of industrial gas turbine is called derived gas turbine. Considering the special …
Published in International Journal of I.C. Engines and Gas Turbines · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 19–29 Read article
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Performance of Industrial Gas Turbines through Blade Design and Cooling Strategies
Abstract: Industrial gas turbines are steam engines that leverage an ongoing stream of high pressure air togenerate mechanical power. These machines can be used for a variety of industrial applications,including that of the manufacturing of electricity, oil and gas, and the propulsion of ships andplanes. The classification can be made of an industrial gas turbine are a turbine, a combustionchamber, and a compressor. Incoming air is compressed by the compressor to …
Published in International Journal of I.C. Engines and Gas Turbines · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 36–40 Read article
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Diesel Engine Combustion and Emission Characteristics Study, Taking into Account the Potential of Biogas Substitution for the Purpose of Enhancing Environmental Cleanliness and Promoting Health
Abstract: Necessity for alternative fuels arises from the escalating energy requirements and the detrimental effects of fossil fuel emissions on environmental well-being. Alternative fuels have been extensively researched to improve energy efficiency. A study examines how alternative fuel affects compression ignition (CI) engine performance, pollution, and combustion. Biogas is investigated as a diesel engine fuel substitute in this study using computational fluid dynamics (CFD). Upon doing a thorough examination of the …
Published in International Journal of I.C. Engines and Gas Turbines · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 24–39 Read article
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Improving Internal Combustion Engine Performance by Using Reduced Power Air Conditioning System
Abstract: The paper studies and analyzes the effects of adsorption air conditioning system instead of the classical compression unit on the vehicle internal combustion engine (ICE) performance. The adsorption system uses the residual heat from the ICE cooling circuit to create the necessary thermodynamic conditions to reduce the temperature in the vehicle cockpit. The proposed system has the advantage of no mobile parts for operating since it works on pressure difference …
Published in International Journal of I.C. Engines and Gas Turbines · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 41–51 Read article
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Fabricating and Testing an Inline Twin-Cylinder Engine: Experimental Study
Abstract: The usage of lightweight and cost-efficient engine is trending in our market now. Here this project introduces a hand-built SI twin cylinder engine. It is the smallest and compact twin cylinder under 200cc displacement. 270-degree crankshaft configuration is used in this engine for optimum power delivery and reduced vibration. This engine uses dual fuel for power (DUAL FUEL). It is an alternative to market available high-performance engines that use petrol …
Published in International Journal of I.C. Engines and Gas Turbines · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 52–64 Read article
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Vibration Analysis of Sandwich Beams Using 3-Noded Beam Element
Abstract: One-dimensional 3-noded finite element model is developed in this paper for the vibrational analysis of composite sandwich beam for various boundary conditions, using the efficient layer wise zigzag theory. To come across the convergence necessities for the weak integral formulation, fifth power Hermite interpolation is utilized for the transverse displacement and quadratic interpolation is utilized for the axial displacement and shear rotation. Element every node has four degrees of freedom. …
Published in International Journal of Structural Mechanics and Finite Elements · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 10–18 Read article
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A Brief Description on the Use of Honeycomb Structures in Aerospace Applications
Abstract: Following by the motto of manufacturing light-weighted vehicles with low strength to weight ratio, lower stiffness and density, engineering sectors namely, aviation, automobile designing, light weight construction are largely influenced by structural conjuration of a honeycomb. Inspired by the notion, many organizations are working out on improvised form of honeycomb structural panels. Since the adhesive property of hexagonal honeycomb structures is of major concern in aircraft component. The use of …
Published in International Journal of Structural Mechanics and Finite Elements · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 71–74 Read article
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Design of HVAC System for a Commercial Building
Abstract: As there is an increase in global warming, many important steps have to be taken to decrease its effect and from this project by considering all the factors according to the norms and adding some techniques, it would be helping towards this work. HVAC and R systems stand for heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration. As the HVAC systems are used in every sector nowadays, like hotels, private and official …
Published in International Journal of Structural Mechanics and Finite Elements · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 9–13 Read article
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Numerical Analysis of Energy Absorption Ability of Polygonal Tubes under Crushing
Abstract: Honeycomb panels are used mostly in energy absorption application in engineering fields such as aerospace, transportation and packaging, etc. Honeycomb panels have good stiffness and are weight efficient structures. The honeycomb core consists of cellular cells. The core cell’s geometry of honeycomb affects the energy absorption ability. In this study, the different geometries of individual cell are analysed in tube form. Tubes of different geometries like square, pentagon, hexagon, octagon, …
Published in International Journal of Structural Mechanics and Finite Elements · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 22–30 Read article
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Mathematical Modeling and Simulation of Equivalent Circuit Modeling for Electric Vehicle
Abstract: Three different forms of electric vehicle modeling—Multi Scale Multi- Dimensional, Newman Tiedemann Gu and Kim, and Equivalent Circuit Model—are compared in this essay. Both battery packs and single cells can be modelled using this method. Li-ion battery. ECM was discovered to be a trustworthy solution for modelling electric vehicles. In an equivalent circuit concept, an electric circuit represents how a battery behaves. It uses an electric circuit made up of …
Published in International Journal of Structural Mechanics and Finite Elements · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 9–17 Read article
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Adaptive Finite Element Machine for Real-time Structural Damage Detection
Abstract: Systems for monitoring structural health (SHM) are essential for guaranteeing the consistency and safety of civil infrastructure. The timely identification of structural deterioration is crucial in order to avert major malfunction and save upkeep expenses. In this research, we describe a unique real-time structural damage detection method based on Adaptive Finite Element Machine (AFEM). To locate and diagnose structural degradation in an adaptable manner, AFEM combines machine learning methods with …
Published in International Journal of Structural Mechanics and Finite Elements · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 8–14 Read article
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A Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Educational Handout on Knowledge Regarding Computer Vision Syndrome among Primary School Children in a Selected Urban School, Bagalkote
Abstract: Computers play a valuable role in increasing the efficiency and accuracy of several works. However, prolonged computer use carries a number of hazards, including eye conditions. The situation applies to children as well. Kids have a tendency to adopt the things they observe. Kids are equally interested in TV and computers as a result. Consequently, computer vision syndrome currently affects both adults and children equally. The study's main objective was …
Published in International Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 22–28 Read article
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Translation to Elderly Medicine: What We Require Now
Abstract: The world is now facing a pandemic, which has consumed millions of lives and has caused serious setbacks and deteriorations in the profile of developed countries. It is for the first-time that the efficiency, quality, standard and operational realism of the existing health care system is tested to such an extreme extent. The identified deficiencies are now believed to be rectified by instituting prevention strategies, purchase of medical equipment, lockdowns, …
Published in International Journal of Geriatric Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 20–23 Read article
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Tai Chi Therapy's Effectiveness on Depression and Quality of Life in Elderly Residents of Old Age Homes in Kanyakumari District, Tamil Nadu, India
Abstract: Growing older is the process of ageing. If we can make sure that we are lengthening life in the middle and not simply at the end, older people will live longer and in better health. The “longevity dividend” might be substantial for the societies that adapt to this shifting demography and invest in healthy ageing (WHO). Due to the socio-demographic changes, older adults at times are forced to transit from …
Published in International Journal of Geriatric Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 21–28 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge regarding Hydrotherapy among Staff Nurses in Selected Hospitals at Mysore
Abstract: A study to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge about hydrotherapy among staff nurses in selected hospitals at Mysore. The objectives of the study were: 1. To assess the pretest knowledge of staff nurses regarding hydrotherapy. 2. To administer the structured teaching programme regarding hydrotherapy among staff nurses. 3. To assess the post test knowledge of staff nurses regarding hydrotherapy. 4. To assess the effectiveness of structured …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 23–28 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Knowledge Among Nursing Officers Regarding the Management of Post-exposure Prophylaxis of Blood and Body Fluid in Selected Multi-speciality Hospitals of New Delhi
Abstract: Introduction: Nurses are at an increased risk of contracting HIV due to occupational exposure through needle stick injuries and contact with blood or bodily fluids, particularly when caring for HIV-infected patients. As a result, post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) for HIV has become critical among nurses. Globally, the annual incidence of HIV infection is decreasing, but at the end of 2010, approximately 34 million people were still infected with HIV. In India, …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 26–33 Read article
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Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Program on Knowledge Regarding Effect of Junk Food on Mucosal Layer of GI Tract Among Nursing Students in Selected Nursing Colleges at Bengaluru
Abstract: Background: Junk food is high in calories, sodium, and fat. Numerous health issues might be attributed to eating junk food in excess. Teenagers who consume junk food may be unable to eat a balanced meal at home or at school. Teenagers all throughout the world now frequently eat meals like Maggi noodles, burgers, pao-bhaji, sandwiches, hot dogs, patties, pastries, pop-corn, potato chips, carbonated beverages, biscuits, muffins, toast, kulcha-channa, samosa, and …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 27–38 Read article
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A Study to assess the effect of black tea mouth rinse on dental plaque among children between 7-14 years at Z. P.High School,A. Rangampet
Abstract: The study aimed to assess the effect of black tea mouth rinse among children with dental plaque in experimental group. This experimental pre test and post test control group study was conducted on 50 children between the age of 7-14 years (25 each in experimental and control group) at Z. P .High School, A. Rangampet. The average value of plaque index in experimental group before study was 1.56 and after …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 1–6 Read article