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Hospital-Like Care within home for all Ages and Abilities
Abstract: Home is a place of comfort and freedom of expression, movement and existence. For a medically unfit person, home is also a place of solace, healing and recuperation. When it comes to designing a space for a person with disability or limitation owing to age or ill-health, parameters which need consideration are adaptability, safety and simplicity. Patients with chronic conditions requiring long- term care, desire to live a life of …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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User Centered Design Approach to Lighting Design of Healthcare Facilities
Abstract: This study focuses on the lighting design of healthcare spaces from users’ perspective. Lighting has functional, emotional, non-visual and biological effects on humans. It enables security, comfort, efficiency and wellbeing. However, generally lighting design of healthcare is not considered on a preferential basis. Within this study by using User Centered Design (UCD) approach, lighting design expectations of healthcare facility are analyzed. Methodology of the study consist of a questionnaire with …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 37–42 Read article
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Innovations in Designing Smart Cities as Living Labs
Abstract: Now-a-days cities are complex, networked and regularly changing social ecosystems, transformed and shaped through the interaction between different interests and ambitions. Ensuring employment, sustainable development, inclusion and quality of life are important concerns. Infrastructures of cities, addressing these concerns, comprise a diversity of services such as healthcare, energy, education, environmental management, transportation and mobility, public safety. Day by day these services are enabled by broadband infrastructures, wireless sensor networks, Internet-based …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 1–20 Read article
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Increased Efficiency and Shelf Life of Functional Foods Through Nanoparticle-Based Products in Food Packing and Processing Industries
Abstract: In recent years there is an upsurge in food industries as numerous food products are launched to enhance its shelf life and storage efficiency. In resolving these issues nanotechnology especially in food sector including food processing, food monitoring, food packaging, development of food modifying colors, production of functional foods, nutritional or flavoring properties according to a dietary need of a person as well as production of stronger coloring, flavorings and …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 39–44 Read article
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Quantification of some Bioactive components and Antioxidant Activity of Various Uniflora Origin Bee Honey Collected During 2016 from East Libya
Abstract: In this study seven honey samples from three different cities of East Libya were collected in order to evaluate their biochemical properties and antioxidant activities. The results show that the proline content ranged from 77.32-222.43mg/kg. The total phenolic and total flavonoid contents ranged from 62.75-156.30mg/100g and from 13.94-78.31mg/100g, respectively. While the carotenoids content ranged from 1.0-7.38mg/kg. The antioxidant activities of Libyan honey samples were also investigated, based on free radical …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Computational modeling and experimental investigation of using vibration to mixing and separation of a gas bubbles and a liquid in reduced and microgravity conditions
Abstract: The main purpose of the present research is the computational modeling of the gas bubbles behavior in the vibrating fluid under reduced and microgravity conditions. The manuscript presents the results of work of the developed computer model of the gas bubbles behavior in the vibrating fluid under reduced and microgravity conditions, and the experimental investigation of using vibration to mixing and separation of a gas bubbles and a liquid in …
Published in International Journal of Analytical and Applied Chemistry · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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High Performance Liquid Chromatography - A Separation Technique in Chemical Analysis
Abstract: High-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) is a chromatographic technique used to split a mixture of compounds in the fields of analytical chemistry, biochemistry and industrial. The main purposes for using HPLC are for identifying, quantifying and purifying the individual components of the mixture. High-performance liquid chromatography or high-pressure liquid chromatography (HPLC) is a chromatographic method that is used to separate a mixture of compounds in analytical chemistry and biochemistry so as …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Separation Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 14–17 Read article
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Vapor Liquid Equilibrium Study of Propylene Carbonate-water and its Comparison with Various Thermodynamics Models Using Dwsim Simulation Software and Group Contribution Method
Abstract: In present study, green solvents that are environment friendly in nature were considered because it will reduce the environment pollution by replacing the petroleum derived solvents. Solvent used in chemical industry were mostly derived from the petroleum crude oils. Solvent emission increases the environment pollution. With the use of green solvents, closed carbon cycle will reduce the environment pollution drastically. Bio-derived solvents are the recent replacement of petroleum solvents that …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Studies on the Effect of Coal Mining on the Water Quality Parameters of Lilagar River Passing Through Dipika Coal Field Area
Abstract: Lilagar river is a perennial water resource which is the biggest tributary of river Mahanadi in Chhattisgarh Lilagar river originates from Urta village near Pali in Korba district. The river flows through forest land, cropland and density populated rural areas. Mining of coal also causes pollution. Coal mine water is acidic in nature and dissolves the toxic elements like Cd, Pb and Al. water from river, pond and other sources …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 1–3 Read article
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SYNTHESIS AND IR-SPECTROSCOPIC STUDY OF MIXED LIGAND COMPLEX COMPOUNDS OF COPPER (II) FORMAT WITH SOME AMIDES
Abstract: Complex compounds of metals with amides, having biological activity are widely used in agriculture. Complex compounds of copper with organic ligands are physiologically active, participating in the vital processes of living organisms; the formiats have bactericidal and fungicidal properties. For the first time, mixed ligand complex compounds of copper (II) formate with formamide, thiocarbamide, acetamide and carbamide in an aqueous solution were synthesized. Using the methods of IR spectroscopy and …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Synthesis and Chemical Reactions · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 31–38 Read article
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Compressive Behaviour of Lightweight Aggregate Concrete by Blending LECA
Abstract: Present work deals with the lightweight aggregate concrete (LWAC) by using Lightweight Expanded Clay Aggregate (LECA) as lightweight aggregate, LECA is used as replacement to the natural coarse aggregate in the concrete, in this experimental work percentage of lightweight aggregates are varied to study the change in the properties of concrete made by blending LECA. LECA content was varied from 20% to 100% at an increment of 20%. Total 6 …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 10–15 Read article
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Effect of Shear Wall on Seismic Performance of High Rise Building Adopting Linear Dynamic Analysis
Abstract: Earlier, the buildings were designed for only dead loads not for the seismic loads. But, as the populations go on increasing and there is limited space available for living. So now a day we raise the height of the structures, as height is increases different parameters affects the structure like seismic loads and wind loads. Seismic force is a lateral horizontal force acting on throughout the height of the building. …
Published in International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 15–28 Read article
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Addition of Musa-Pseudo Stem Liquid for Improved Performance in Sandcrete Mixtures Used for Civil Engineering Works
Abstract: The functioning of re-characterized sandcrete mortars is one that is of great concern both to structural and highway engineers; therefore, there has been an enthusiastic need to continuously improve its performance in order to serve the interest of stability and economy. The present research sought was concerned with modification of the property of sandcrete mortar in the fresh and hardened state. The procedure involved addition in varying amounts 5–25% of …
Published in International Journal of Transportation Engineering and Traffic System · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 38–48 Read article
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Future of Augmented and Virtual Reality in Our Social and Work Life
Abstract: The future technology is expected to change not only industrial services, but also our social and work life. At the moment, virtual reality and augmented reality are the two biggest technological trends. In the past few years, there is a growing number of low cost augmented and virtual reality devices being available to the general public. With this, there is a huge potential of such devices being an important part …
Published in International Journal of Image Processing and Pattern Recognition · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 27–32 Read article
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Automatic Street Light and Irrigation Enabled Smart Micro Ecosystem using Solar Energy
Abstract: Rapid growth in energy demand world widely, expensive and limited fossil fuels, and with new inventions and applications in the field of renewable energy sources; these all major points leads us to effectively use renewable energy sources with respect to green energy, less carbon foot print and safe future. This paper consist an effective smart micro ecosystem, for that an experimental setup has been conducted which includes two applications of …
Published in International Journal of Analog Integrated Circuits · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 14–17 Read article
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Recent Developments in Gesture-Based Navigation for Electric Wheelchairs: A Literature Review
Abstract: Nearly 15% of the world's population, of which 2–4% have functional issues, lives with a handicap, according to a World Health Organization (WHO) report. To get about, they require a wheelchair. If we look at basic wheelchairs, they cost between INR 2000 and INR 8000, but the user needs more assistance or power to go from one location to another. These days, advanced wheelchairs like speech recognition-controlled, joystick-controlled, and MMI-controlled …
Published in International Journal of Microelectronics and Digital integrated circuits · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 27–33 Read article
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Green Adhesive—Using Glyoxalated Lignin and Hydrogenated Resin as Ecologically Safe Wood Adhesive for Interior Plywood
Abstract: Petroleum-based adhesive such as urea formaldehyde and phenol formaldehyde resin dominates adhesive market which releases formaldehyde and VOC to the environment. The purpose of this study is to develop an adhesive based on isocyanate in combination with compounds from renewable sources like lignin, protein and starch. Adhesive formulation was developed by incorporation of hydrogenated resin, corn starch/PVOH emulsion with glyoxalated lignin (GL) and evaluation properties of the adhesive with plywood …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 1-2, 2015 · pp. 23–27 Read article
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Experimental Studies on the Surface-Driven Microfluidic Flow of Dyed Working Liquids in Sudden Expansion Microchannels Fabricated by Polymer
Abstract: In this experimental work, the sudden expansion microchannels are fabricated by maskless lithography, hot embossing lithography, drilling, direct bonding technique and chip separation technique using own hands-on of author completely. Total 15 individual sudden expansion microchannels are fabricated in this work using polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) as optically transparent polymer. Effects of channel aspect ratio, surface wettability and liquid viscosity on surface-driven microfluidic flow are experimentally studied in the fabricated sudden expansion …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 44–59 Read article
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Sensitivity of Bearings to Vibration: Its Effect on Ultrasonic Waves, Its Effect on Bearing Life
Abstract: High vibrations caused by various factors in the bearing of a car is a common problem in the automotive industry. Nowadays, the issue of reducing excess vibrations that cause bearing failure in industry has been considered by engineers and industry owners. By examining these vibrations and controlling the vibrations in the cars, it will increase the bearing life and reduce the number of out-of-program stops. The experiments were performed using …
Published in International Journal of I.C. Engines and Gas Turbines · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 26–30 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