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View article: A review of mesoporous silica nanoparticles for targeted drug delivery, characterization and synthesis
A review of mesoporous silica nanoparticles for targeted drug delivery, characterization and synthesis Open
Mesoporous silica nanoparticles (MSNs) possess uniform pore dimensions, excellent thermal stability, and are functionalized with various chemical groups, making them a reliable choice for diverse applications, including medicine, supercapa…
View article: Assessment on electrical discharge machining of ultrasonication assisted stir-casted AA8081-B4C-Gr hybrid composites and prediction using Levenberg-Marquardt technique
Assessment on electrical discharge machining of ultrasonication assisted stir-casted AA8081-B4C-Gr hybrid composites and prediction using Levenberg-Marquardt technique Open
In this investigation, electrical discharge machining (EDM) of hybrid aluminium composite (HAC) comprising AA8081, boron carbide (B4C) (10 wt.%) and graphite (Gr) (5 wt.%) is carried out. The ultrasonic cavitation-aided stir casting proced…
View article: Caustic recovery from caustic-containing polyethylene terephthalate (PET) washing wastewater generated during the recycling of plastic bottles
Caustic recovery from caustic-containing polyethylene terephthalate (PET) washing wastewater generated during the recycling of plastic bottles Open
To prevent water scarcity, wastewater must be discharged to the surface or groundwater after being treated. Another method is to reuse wastewater in some areas after treatment and evaluate it as much as possible. In this study, it is aimed…
View article: Drilling characteristics optimization of polymer composite fortified with eggshells using box-Behnken design and zebra optimization algorithm
Drilling characteristics optimization of polymer composite fortified with eggshells using box-Behnken design and zebra optimization algorithm Open
This study investigates the drilling characteristics of eggshell powders (ESPs) reinforced in delrin polymer composite. ESPs are obtained from the waste shells of eggs that are crushed, ground, and sieved to obtain a uniform size of 100 µm…
View article: Characterization and analysis of carbon fiber and nano hBN reinforced hybrid Aluminium Metal Matrix Composites by conventional sintering
Characterization and analysis of carbon fiber and nano hBN reinforced hybrid Aluminium Metal Matrix Composites by conventional sintering Open
As mono composites focus solely on improving one property at a time, the significance of hybrid composites grows day by day. The incorporation of carbon fiber (CF) and nano hexagonal boron nitride (hBN) particles as reinforcement for Alumi…
View article: Wear Studies on Nano Silicon Carbide Particle Strengthened AZ31 Magnesium Nano Surface Composites Developed via Friction Stir Processing
Wear Studies on Nano Silicon Carbide Particle Strengthened AZ31 Magnesium Nano Surface Composites Developed via Friction Stir Processing Open
This article evaluates the impact of nano silicon carbide (nSiC) addition (0, 1, 2, 3, and 4 wt.%) on the surface of AZ31 magnesium alloy towards improvement in wear resistance for different applied load (AL) and sliding distance (SD). Fri…
View article: Optimization of chromium (VI) reduction in aqueous solution using magnetic Fe3O4 sludge resulting from electrocoagulation process
Optimization of chromium (VI) reduction in aqueous solution using magnetic Fe3O4 sludge resulting from electrocoagulation process Open
The reuse of electro-coagulated sludge as an adsorbent for Cr(VI) ion reduction was investigated in this study. Electro-coagulated sludge was obtained during the removal of citric acid wastewater by the electrocoagulation process. The foll…
View article: Wear and mechanical characteristics of coated Ti-6Al-4 V alloy with an alumina-13 wt.% titania -40 wt.% yitrium stabilized zirconia ceramic composite via plasma spraying technique
Wear and mechanical characteristics of coated Ti-6Al-4 V alloy with an alumina-13 wt.% titania -40 wt.% yitrium stabilized zirconia ceramic composite via plasma spraying technique Open
In this study, the wear and mechanical behaviour of three coatings made from micron-sized powders of alumina (Al2O3) (ALO), (ii) Al2O3–40 wt.%8 yitrium stabilized zirconia (YSZ) (A4ZO), and (iii) Al2O3–13 wt.% titanium dioxide (TiO2)-40 wt…
View article: Wear analysis and optimization of nanoclay and copper coated carbon fiber strengthened hybrid aluminium composite
Wear analysis and optimization of nanoclay and copper coated carbon fiber strengthened hybrid aluminium composite Open
Although aluminium alloys have superior weight to strength ratios, they significantly lose some of their qualities at lower temperatures, hence reinforcements are done to improve its characteristics for wider applications. In this work, AA…
View article: Development and characterization of carbon fiber reinforcement in Aluminium metal matrix composites
Development and characterization of carbon fiber reinforcement in Aluminium metal matrix composites Open
Carbon fibers (CF) possess exceptional mechanical properties and the highest degree of chemical stability. However, carbon reinforcement in metal matrix composites is extremely scarce due to production difficulties, particularly in obtaini…
View article: A study on friction stir welding with dissimilar aluminium alloys using various tool profiles
A study on friction stir welding with dissimilar aluminium alloys using various tool profiles Open
The advantages of Friction Stir Welding (FSW) over conventional fusion welding processes have led to its increased attention in joining aluminum alloys. This study investigated the effects of varying welding parameters, including rotationa…
View article: Fuzzy logic-based prediction and parametric optimizing using particle swarm optimization for performance improvement in pyramid solar still
Fuzzy logic-based prediction and parametric optimizing using particle swarm optimization for performance improvement in pyramid solar still Open
The primary objective of this study is to develop a robust model that employs a fuzzy logic interface (FL) and particle swarm optimization (PSO) to forecast the optimal parameters of a pyramid solar still (PSS). The model considers a range…
View article: Experimental Investigation of Single Slope Solar Still by Varying Water Depth and with External Reflector
Experimental Investigation of Single Slope Solar Still by Varying Water Depth and with External Reflector Open
Solar distillation converts salt water into drinkable water, requiring minimal maintenance and energy-saving. However, the desalination process has drawbacks because the system's slow evaporation and condensation rate leads to low freshwat…
View article: Application of response surface methodology and neural networks in pyramid solar still for seawater desalination: An optimization and prediction strategy
Application of response surface methodology and neural networks in pyramid solar still for seawater desalination: An optimization and prediction strategy Open
Potable water is essential in various aspects of daily life. Converting brackish water to drinkable water using traditional methods is costly and has environmental impacts. Solar energy is preferred over fossil fuels and other energy sourc…
View article: The performance of multi-walled carbon nanotubes-based filters with acid functionalization for enhanced methylene blue removal from water resources
The performance of multi-walled carbon nanotubes-based filters with acid functionalization for enhanced methylene blue removal from water resources Open
In the current investigation, functionalization of the multiwalled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs-TMD) is conducted to enhance the adsorption potential applications. A ratio of 1:3 of the oxidizing acids (HNO3 and H2SO4) is used to attach the ox…
View article: CAE analysis of natural fiber epoxy hybrid polymer composite
CAE analysis of natural fiber epoxy hybrid polymer composite Open
The recent trend of prefabrication composite analysis allows us to confirm the appropriate application, experimental possibilities and better cost optimization, is another no-cost protocol. In this work, the physical and chemical propertie…
View article: Application of nano materials in solar desalination system – a review
Application of nano materials in solar desalination system – a review Open
Water is a basic need for all living things. Ponds, lakes, rivers and groundwater are the main assets of light water. Due to industrialization and over populations, the supply of clean water on the planet may be restricted and the demand f…
View article: Synthesis of Calcium Fluoride from Discarded Egg Shell - A Potential Solid Lubricant
Synthesis of Calcium Fluoride from Discarded Egg Shell - A Potential Solid Lubricant Open
Solid lubricant is an environment-friendly alternative to liquid lubricants, which can be applied in extreme environmental conditions like high temperature and pressure where liquid lubricants fail. In this work, an attempt was made to syn…
View article: Estimation of the potential of Nahar biodiesel run diesel engine at varying fuel injection pressures and engine loads through exergy approach
Estimation of the potential of Nahar biodiesel run diesel engine at varying fuel injection pressures and engine loads through exergy approach Open
Power production, as well as transportation, are two sectors mainly contributing to global warming and pollution. These effects can be lessened through the use of biofuels. However, biofuels are plagued due to low calorific value and high …
View article: Experimental investigation on the performance of a pyramid solar still for varying water depth, contaminated water temperature, and addition of circular fins
Experimental investigation on the performance of a pyramid solar still for varying water depth, contaminated water temperature, and addition of circular fins Open
The experimental investigation was meant to investigate the effect of water depth in the basin, the water temperature at the inlet of solar still, and adding circular fins to the pyramid solar still on freshwater output. The investigation …
View article: Experimental and theoretical analysis of solar still with solar pond for enhancing the performance of sea water desalination
Experimental and theoretical analysis of solar still with solar pond for enhancing the performance of sea water desalination Open
In a practical scenario, only a modest amount of distilled water can be generated each day by a basic solar still with a single basin. Fin-type solar ponds, fin-type solar stills, and integrated fin-type solar stills with finned ponds are …
View article: Improving the combustion and emission performance of a diesel engine powered with mahua biodiesel and TiO2 nanoparticles additive
Improving the combustion and emission performance of a diesel engine powered with mahua biodiesel and TiO2 nanoparticles additive Open
The dwindling air quality and diminishing fossil fuel reserves have led to an increase in the need for alternative sources of fuel. Biodiesel derived from animal/plant sources seems to be an attractive substitution. However, there are some…
View article: Treatment of Industrial Saline Wastewater Using Eco-Friendly Adsorbents
Treatment of Industrial Saline Wastewater Using Eco-Friendly Adsorbents Open
The wastewater generated from the oil and gas sector is one of the major environmental issues. Varieties of techniques are employed for the treatment of generated wastewater. In this work, an attempt has been made to treat industrial salin…
View article: Cost-Effective Natural Adsorbents for Remediation of Oil-Contaminated Water
Cost-Effective Natural Adsorbents for Remediation of Oil-Contaminated Water Open
Oil-contaminated water is among the most significant environmental challenges from various industries and manufacturing processes. Oily water poses a severe environmental threat and is toxic to many forms of life. This study aims to invest…
View article: Innovative strategies for treatment and management of saline water/wastewater
Innovative strategies for treatment and management of saline water/wastewater Open
Innovative strategies for treatment and management of saline water/ wastewater Increasing global demands for freshwater for household, industrial, and agricultural activities encourage researchers to develop low-cost and eco-friendly techn…
View article: Dissolution of asphaltene using heptol solvent and optimization of process parameters using response surface methodology (RSM)
Dissolution of asphaltene using heptol solvent and optimization of process parameters using response surface methodology (RSM) Open
Asphaltene is a major component that results from the deposition of crude oil on the rock oil reservoirs. The deposition of asphaltene makes the oil extraction process more difficult and ineffective. Generally, the asphaltene is dissolved …