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View article: Comparative evaluation of concrete constitutive models in blast loaded shaped structural units
Comparative evaluation of concrete constitutive models in blast loaded shaped structural units Open
The displacement response of a cylindrical and an apsidal shaped structural unit under blast loading is compared in this study using the finite element code LS-DYNA utilizing two different concrete constitutive models, namely the Riedel–Hi…
View article: Dual waste valorization in concrete: a performance-based study on waste foundry sand and bottom ash materials
Dual waste valorization in concrete: a performance-based study on waste foundry sand and bottom ash materials Open
The rising global demand for sustainable construction materials has catalyzed the exploration of industrial byproducts in concrete production, aiming to reduce environmental impact while maintaining structural integrity. Among these byprod…
View article: Experimental Study on Fiber Reinforced Concrete by Using Carbon Fiber in Different Aspect Ratios
Experimental Study on Fiber Reinforced Concrete by Using Carbon Fiber in Different Aspect Ratios Open
This experimental study investigates the effects of varying aspect ratios of carbon fiber on the performance of fiber reinforced concrete. The research aims to determine how different aspect ratios influence the mechanical properties, such…
View article: Comparative study of the influence of charge shapes on the distribution of blast pressure on a structural unit
Comparative study of the influence of charge shapes on the distribution of blast pressure on a structural unit Open
Since limited research results are available in the area of blast wave interactions with structural surfaces, a comparative study is undertaken to ascertain the interaction effects of blast waves generated by exploding spherical and cylind…
View article: Moment Rotation behavior of Top and Seat Angle Connection with Angle Stiffeners
Moment Rotation behavior of Top and Seat Angle Connection with Angle Stiffeners Open
The design specifications for seven commonly used semi-rigid steel connections have been embodied in Indian Standard Code of Practice for General Construction in Steel (IS800:2007). Bolted connections are proved to be efficient by several …
View article: Investigation Of The Effect Of Bagasse Ash, Steel Fibers And Polypropylene Fibers On The Mechanical Properties Of Concrete
Investigation Of The Effect Of Bagasse Ash, Steel Fibers And Polypropylene Fibers On The Mechanical Properties Of Concrete Open
Global warming is now one of the most pressing problems in the modern world. Global warming is exacerbated by increased cement output. This may be decreased by using alternative materials with pozolanic characteristics for the cement. At t…
View article: AN EXPERIMENT ON FLEXURAL STRENGTH OF REINFORCED CONCRETE BEAM WITH STEEL FIBERS
AN EXPERIMENT ON FLEXURAL STRENGTH OF REINFORCED CONCRETE BEAM WITH STEEL FIBERS Open
The conventional reinforced concrete is the most used building material in worldwide, concrete characteristics are brittle failure mechanism in tension, it essential to be improved. In concrete mix short descrete steel fibers to be added t…
View article: Phytochemicals with nanoparticles and their potential applications in medicine – A review
Phytochemicals with nanoparticles and their potential applications in medicine – A review Open
Phytochemicals having multiple properties which are used to cure various diseases such as cancer, diabetes, neurodegeneration, angiogenesis, aging, inflammatory, cardiovascular and arthritic disease, etc., Extensive use of phytochemicals a…
View article: Comparative Study between Analytical and Theo-retical Retrofitting of RC Beam with Different Resins Bonded CFRP Laminates
Comparative Study between Analytical and Theo-retical Retrofitting of RC Beam with Different Resins Bonded CFRP Laminates Open
This thesis details experimental work and fi-nite part simulation of concrete beams retrofitted with carbon fiber strengthened compound (CFRP).The objectives of this study were to analyze the behavior of retrofitted beams to develop fi-nit…
View article: Compressive Strength Estimation of Mesh Embedded Masonry Prism Using Empirical and Neural Network Models
Compressive Strength Estimation of Mesh Embedded Masonry Prism Using Empirical and Neural Network Models Open
Presently, the mesh embedment in masonry is becoming a trendy research topic. In this paper, the mesh embedded masonry prism was cast and tested. The experimental data were used for the analytical modelling. Compressive strength (CS) test …
View article: An Assessment of Brick Masonry Strengthening Practice by Special Methods
An Assessment of Brick Masonry Strengthening Practice by Special Methods Open
This study aims to identify the best suitable method to enhance strength and the structural performance of masonry. There are different techniques available to strengthen the existing and new masonry structures. This paper deals the metal/…
View article: Strengthening of Unreinforced Masonry with Fibre Reinforced Concrete
Strengthening of Unreinforced Masonry with Fibre Reinforced Concrete Open
Unreinforced Masonry buildings are vulnerable because the walls and parapets aren’t securely tried to the floors and roof. In an earthquake, parapets can break away, walls pull apart and the floors collapse. This paper presents the experim…
View article: Out-of-Plane Behavior of Masonry Wall Strengthened Using Expanded Wire Mesh
Out-of-Plane Behavior of Masonry Wall Strengthened Using Expanded Wire Mesh Open
Brick masonry is the principal part of the construction industry. This paper presents the result of the expanded wire mesh embedded into the masonry wall panel; expanded mesh (EM) is the inexpensive locally available material on the market…
View article: Strengthening of Brick Masonry with Welded Wire Mesh
Strengthening of Brick Masonry with Welded Wire Mesh Open
Unreinforced brickwork (URM) is the most established development method. URM being weak can't withstand the parallel burdens amid a seismic region. Consequently, it is important to locate an appropriate low-cost technique to fortify existi…
View article: Growth and fabrication of InGaN metal–semiconductor–metal (MSM) photodiode
Growth and fabrication of InGaN metal–semiconductor–metal (MSM) photodiode Open
MOCVD grown InGaN/GaN heterostructure based metal semiconductor metal photodiodes fabricated with Ni/Au semitransparent electrodes by photolithography technique.The composition of the InGaN (16%) layer calculated using High Resolution X-ra…
View article: A review of inducing compressive residual stress – shot peening; on structural metal and welded connection
A review of inducing compressive residual stress – shot peening; on structural metal and welded connection Open
Shot peening treatment (SPT) is a significant mechanical method to enhance the surface of the material by inducing compressive residual stress on the layer. This study provides a review of prominent improvement in fatigue life on high stre…
View article: Optical investigations and strain effect in AlGaN/GaN epitaxial layers
Optical investigations and strain effect in AlGaN/GaN epitaxial layers Open
Optical investigations and strain effect in AlGaN/GaN epitaxial layers
View article: Correction: Anomalous red emission with competition and coexistence of defect and band edge emission in photo-electrochemically active (Zn<sub>0.97</sub>Ga<sub>0.03</sub>)(O<sub>0.95</sub>N<sub>0.05</sub>) solid solution
Correction: Anomalous red emission with competition and coexistence of defect and band edge emission in photo-electrochemically active (Zn<sub>0.97</sub>Ga<sub>0.03</sub>)(O<sub>0.95</sub>N<sub>0.05</sub>) solid solution Open
Correction for ‘Anomalous red emission with competition and coexistence of defect and band edge emission in photo-electrochemically active (Zn0.97Ga0.03)(O0.95N0.05) solid solution’ by Sumithra Sivadas Menon et al., RSC Adv., 2016, 6, 1030…