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233 articles for “eco-friendly”
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Thermal and structural properties of surface treated ragweed fiber reinforced biodegradable polylactic acid biocomposites
Abstract: Natural fiber-reinforced composites (NFRC) are becoming more popular as technological advance recognizes the need for eco-friendly materials. This work presents Giant ragweed (Ambrosia trifida) as a new composite reinforcement material into polylactic acid (PLA) matrix to form novel natural fiber-reinforced composites. Different types of retting techniques are utilized, and hydrogen peroxide retting is proven to provide the most optimized properties. The fibers are taken through subsequent extraction and grinding processes. …
Published in International Journal of Composite and Constituent Materials · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 13–31 Read article
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Plant-drive Waste Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic Composites: Modification of Fiber Surface Treatment
Abstract: Plant fibers are being utilized more frequently to create polymer composite parts for the aerospace, construction, and automotive industries. The increased awareness of the toxicity of synthetic fibers is what has caused a rise in the use of plant fibers across a variety of industries. It is crucial to emphasize that "Earth needs humans, not humans need earth," hence decision-makers and researchers are working to replace conventional materials with eco-friendly …
Published in International Journal of Composite and Constituent Materials · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 14–23 Read article
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Assessment of Polymer Nanocomposite for Packaging Uses and Concerns about Environmental and Health Effects
Abstract: A nanocomposite material is composed of several phases with at least one, two, or three dimensions in the nanoscale range. When material dimensions are lowered to the nanoscale, phase interfaces are created, and they are essential for enhancing the material's characteristics. The surface area to volume ratio of the reinforced material used to create nanocomposites has a direct bearing on how structure and property relate to one another. Due to …
Published in International Journal of Composite and Constituent Materials · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 10–36 Read article
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Bio-based Composites for Sustainable Construction
Abstract: Bio-based composites are gaining significant attention as sustainable construction materials due to their eco-friendly nature and potential to reduce the environmental impact of traditional construction materials. This paper provides an overview of bio-based composites and their applications in sustainable construction. The use of bio-based materials, such as natural fibres, bio-based resins, and bio-based fillers, in composites offers several advantages, including reduced carbon footprint, renewable sourcing, and improved energy efficiency.The properties …
Published in International Journal of Composite and Constituent Materials · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 75–80 Read article
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Thermo-Mechanical Properties of Banana and Jute Fiber Reinforced Polypropylene Composites
Abstract: Abstract Present research aims at finding out better fiber reinforcement for low cost and eco-friendly polymer matrix composite. Polypropylene was chosen as a matrix, while jute and banana fiber were chosen as reinforcement. Composites were prepared by using a hot press machine. Fiber loading was varied at 0, 4 and 8 volume%. Both raw jute and banana fiber was chemically treated with 5 wt% sodium carbonate and composites were also …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 37–47 Read article
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Mercerization and Mechanical Properties of Natural Fibre Reinforced Composite: A Comprehensive Review
Abstract: Growing public concern about environmental issues has prompted the production of renewable, economical, and ecologically friendly materials. Thus a shift from synthetic fiber reinforced composites to natural fiber reinforced composites can be seen. Since Fibre reinforcement is deciding factors in the Structural properties of any engineered composite. But poor interfacial adhesion of fibre matrix obstruct it's potential while using in structural applications. Different studies suggested that the surface modification techniques …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Manufacturing of BWP-Grade Plywood from Resin Adhesive Using Animal Protein (Glue) by Partial Replacement of Phenol
Abstract: Abstract This paper presents the development of plyboard using phenol–glue–formaldehyde (PGF) resin and their basic mechanical properties. Phenoplast and aminoplast-based resins is the important adhesive for the manufacturing of boiling water proof (BWP) grade, shuttering and moisture resistance plywood. Environmental concerns and higher cost of petroleum-based resins have resulted in the development of technologies to replace phenol partially by biomaterials for the manufacturing of resin adhesive. Natural bio-based materials such …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 1-2, 2015 Read article
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Mechanical Behaviour of Natural Reinforced Polymer Composites with Hybrid Additives
Abstract: The implementation of natural fibres is the fast approaching ‘green’ economy based materials that are used in polymer matrix composites that are intended to replace the conventional synthetic polymer composites. Being plenteous fundamentally, natural fibres have been existed the primary form of natural resources for centuries. Considering that mechanical properties of composites are strongly influenced by the quality of the fibre/matrix interface and with eco-friendly properties like excellent energy absorption, …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 7–12 Read article
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Tensile, Flexural and Impact Properties of Luffa Cylindrica and Pineapple Reinforced Polymer Matrix hybrid Composite
Abstract: Composites are emerging as realistic substitutes to the metal alloys in many applications like automobiles, marine, aerospace applications, sports goods, etc. Fiber composites offer many benefits such as low specific gravity, tensile strength and modulus, comprehensive strength, better fatigue strength, etc. Owing to the low specific gravity, the strength weight ratio and modulus weight ratio of these composite materials are markedly superior to those of metallic materials. Composites also afford …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 49–55 Read article
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A Literature Review on the Mechanical Properties of Banana Fiber Reinforced Polymer Composites
Abstract: The usage of composite materials and environmental contamination, as well as the utilization of renewable and biodegradable resources, are closely intertwined in today's rapidly developing world. An environmental researcher is hunting for sustainable materials. The forms and sizes of both natural and synthetic fibers are diverse. Researchers, engineers, and scientists have recently become interested in natural fibers as an alternative reinforcement for fiber-reinforced polymer composites. They are used to replace …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Manufacturing of Reinforced Composite Fly Ash Bricks – Product Analysing and Development Using Value Engineering Techniques
Abstract: The key driver of Indian economy is structured by the infrastructure development. This sector is principally responsible for thrusting India’s overall development and an intensive focus from government for initiating policies that would propose alternate methods and materials for which the end products ensuring high quality, non-degradable, time-bound creation of world class infrastructure in the country. Infrastructure sector includes power, bridges, dams, roads, and urban infrastructure development, which requires huge …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 12–19 Read article
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Automobile Engine Assembly Line in an Automobile Industry
Abstract: Manufacturing industries give importance to the reduction of energy consumption due to the increase in energy cost and to create an eco-friendly environment. Assembly line is considered to be one of the cost intensive systems. Robots are recently being used to perform the assembly tasks instead of manual labor. There is a requirement of efficiently balancing the assembly line by allocating equal amount of work to workstations and assignment of …
Published in International Journal of Computer Aided Manufacturing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 80–100 Read article
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Development and Modification of 2-Stroke IC Engine
Abstract: Today world is concerned more about saving the environment, everywhere precautionary measures have been taken up to reduce pollution. Major amount of air pollution is caused by mechanical animals running on roads; they contribute to most of the air pollution, hence, engineers today to focus on how to build an eco-friendly engine which can reduce the pollution caused by vehicles. A compressed air engine works on air as fuel to …
Published in International Journal of I.C. Engines and Gas Turbines · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 8–11 Read article
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Experimental Energy Analysis of R134a and HC (Propane + Butane) as a Refrigerant in Domestic Refrigerator
Abstract: This paper presents an experimental and numerical study for identical household refrigerator using hydrocarbon butane/propane mixture as a drop replacement for R134a. GWP of R134a is very high (i.e.1300) as compared to hydrocarbon butane/propane mixture (i.e. 8). The household refrigerator basically designed to work with R134a. In this paper the cooling performance for both refrigerants was experimentally measured and then compare for suction temperature, temperature after condensing, temperature after cooling …
Published in International Journal of I.C. Engines and Gas Turbines · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 25–33 Read article
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Modification of Compressed Air Technology in Vehicles: A Review
Abstract: Today’s world is concerned of saving the environment, pollution is the major point of harmful environment and it is the global issue. Major amount of air pollution is caused by the vehicles, factories, etc. Hence, today’s engineers focus on building an eco-friendly engine which can reduce the pollution caused by vehicles.
Published in International Journal of Structural Mechanics and Finite Elements · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 67–73 Read article
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Innovative Approaches to Molecular Synthesis for Drug Development
Abstract: The rapidly evolving field of drug development continually seeks innovative methodologies to enhance the efficiency, specificity, and scalability of molecular synthesis. This paper explores recent advancements in synthetic chemistry, focusing on techniques that have shown significant promise in addressing the challenges faced in drug discovery and development. Automated Synthesis: The advent of machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI) in synthetic chemistry has led to the development of automated synthesis platforms. …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 9–14 Read article
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Aerocon Bricks
Abstract: Various low-cost housing projects are considered by a growing demand chiefly due to urbanisation. The collection of building materials should chance the requirements of local conditions to enhance quality of life for the most needed ones by building new structures and/or by improving existing structures. Various studies showed that a big variety of wall materials have been used in different building systems with traditional and modern construction methods, but only …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 37–48 Read article
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High Performance Electrochemical Double Layer Capacitor (EDLC) Electrodes from Biomass Derived Carbon Materials †
Abstract: Insecurity and scarcity of resources lead to war and conflict as seen in Ukraine and Gaza. To prevent the dangerous effects of resource crises, especially, energy, it is imperative to invent energy sources at a war footing.The present review article is a serious attempt in that path. Super capacitors, especially, the electrochemical double layer capacitors (EDLCs) are potential energy storage devices that could be a substitute to fossil fuels. Yet, …
Published in International Journal of Energetic Materials · Vol. 10, Issue 9, 2024 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Resourced morphological issued to gallium
Abstract: AbstractThis article summarizes some formatives over gallium (Ga) form associated minerals and waste electronic goods. Geological resource has considerations over sea-in-basins performor natural beneficiation from products of volcanic disruptions. Ga as by-product has extracted from fly ash, slags, scraps and wastes, mine tailings, mineral deposits those associate Ga, wastes from Zn, Al plants, flue dusts, and coal ashes. Leaching methods are more protocoled than pyrolysis. Locked in quartz Ga deposits …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Separation Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 12–16 Read article
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Numerical and Mechanical Modelling of Reciprocating Type of Wind Converter for Rural and Remote Areas to Generate Electrical Power
Abstract: Nowadays energy is the fourth basic needs for human beings after food, cloth and shelter. Onthe other hand energy has also its own draw back to our living environment especially if we areusing fossil fuels as source of energy. Wind energy is among the recently flourishingtechnologies and get more acceptance from time to time to meet the energy demand of thesocieties and to reduce the environmental crises happen due to …
Published in International Journal of Electrical Power System and Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 29–44 Read article