Nuggehalli M. Ravindra
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View article: Solar cell performance as a function of emitter layer thickness and temperature
Solar cell performance as a function of emitter layer thickness and temperature Open
This work investigates the temperature-dependent performance of three homojunction solar cells composed of silicon, gallium arsenide, and indium phosphide, using the open-source simulation software PC1D. Emitter layer thicknesses ranging f…
View article: Perovskites
Perovskites Open
View article: Introduction
Introduction Open
View article: Indole as a biological scaffold: a comprehensive review
Indole as a biological scaffold: a comprehensive review Open
3-amino indole derivatives are a significant class of heterocyclic compounds in organic synthesis, known for their diverse applications in medicinal chemistry. Recent advancements in their synthesis have led to methods that enhance yield a…
View article: Black Silicon
Black Silicon Open
View article: Silicon—evolution
Silicon—evolution Open
View article: Correction: Opto-electro-thermal simulation of heat transfer in monocrystalline silicon solar cells
Correction: Opto-electro-thermal simulation of heat transfer in monocrystalline silicon solar cells Open
View article: Recent advancements in composite materials and structures for energy applications
Recent advancements in composite materials and structures for energy applications Open
View article: Opto-electro-thermal simulation of heat transfer in monocrystalline silicon solar cells
Opto-electro-thermal simulation of heat transfer in monocrystalline silicon solar cells Open
In the area of photovoltaics, monocrystalline silicon solar cells are ubiquitously utilized in buildings, commercial, defense, residential, space, and transportation applications throughout the world. Their performance is impeded by the he…
View article: Design, construction, and scaling of a direct drive MAGLEV vertical-axis wind turbine
Design, construction, and scaling of a direct drive MAGLEV vertical-axis wind turbine Open
Magnetic Levitation (MAGLEV) systems are becoming increasingly popular in vertical-axis wind turbines due to their ability to reduce friction and wear. The present research investigates the design, construction and efficiency of a direct d…
View article: Advanced Functional and Structural Thin Films and Coatings and Honorary Palkowski Session
Advanced Functional and Structural Thin Films and Coatings and Honorary Palkowski Session Open
View article: Nanotechnology-based drug delivery systems for treatment of knee injuries and Alzheimer’s disease – a review
Nanotechnology-based drug delivery systems for treatment of knee injuries and Alzheimer’s disease – a review Open
The effective treatment of human illnesses relies on the ability to deliver therapeutic compounds to diseased sites in a highly efficient manner. However, conventional therapeutic strategies often require high systemic administration due t…
View article: Principles, properties and preparation of thermochromic materials
Principles, properties and preparation of thermochromic materials Open
The unique temperature-induced color changing properties of thermochromic materials make them of significant interest for applications in aerospace, anti-counterfeiting technology, construction, defense, drugs & pharmaceuticals, electronic…
View article: Influence of outdoor conditions on PV module performance – an overview
Influence of outdoor conditions on PV module performance – an overview Open
The utilization of renewable sources of energy is of significant interest today. This is particularly the case due to the growing interest in addressing global warming, carbon footprint and the associated challenges for the environment. In…
View article: Preparation and Evaluation of Pioglitazone Tablet by Solid Dispersion Technique
Preparation and Evaluation of Pioglitazone Tablet by Solid Dispersion Technique Open
Pioglitazone is an oral hypoglycemic drug, used for the treatment of type 2 diabetes. The main objectives of this study were to improve aqueous solubility of Pioglitazone by preparing its solid dispersion by fusion method using various car…
View article: Optical properties of low-refractive index polymers
Optical properties of low-refractive index polymers Open
The study of optical properties of polymers is an integral part of smart materials research. It has immense potential in diverse fields spanning from structural health monitoring and underwater surveillance to medical imaging and automobil…
View article: Thermochromic Polymeric Films for Applications in Active Intelligent Packaging—An Overview
Thermochromic Polymeric Films for Applications in Active Intelligent Packaging—An Overview Open
The need for passive sensors to monitor changes in temperature has been critical in several packaging related applications. Most of these applications involve the use of bar codes, inks and equipment that involve constant complex electroni…
View article: DESIGN, DEVELOPMENT AND CHARACTERIZATION OF CARFILZOMIB NPDDS
DESIGN, DEVELOPMENT AND CHARACTERIZATION OF CARFILZOMIB NPDDS Open
Carfilzomib, a recently FDA-approved proteasome inhibitor, has remarkable anti-myeloma (MM) activity.However, its effectiveness is limited by associated severe side-effects, short circulation half-life, and limited solubility.Here, we repo…
View article: Additive Manufacturing of Sensors for Military Monitoring Applications
Additive Manufacturing of Sensors for Military Monitoring Applications Open
The US Department of Defense (DoD) realizes the many uses of additive manufacturing (AM) as it has become a common fabrication technique for an extensive range of engineering components in several industrial sectors. 3D Printed (3DP) senso…
View article: Hydrophobically Modified Isosorbide Dimethacrylates as a Bisphenol-A (BPA)-Free Dental Filling Material
Hydrophobically Modified Isosorbide Dimethacrylates as a Bisphenol-A (BPA)-Free Dental Filling Material Open
A series of bio-based hydrophobically modified isosorbide dimethacrylates, with para-, meta-, and ortho- benzoate aromatic spacers (ISBGBMA), are synthesized, characterized, and evaluated as potential dental restorative resins. The new mon…
View article: First-principles study of cubic alkaline-earth metal zirconate perovskites
First-principles study of cubic alkaline-earth metal zirconate perovskites Open
Zirconate perovskites are known for their ionic conductivity. First principles study are performed to analyze the structural, elastic, electronic and optical properties of zirconate perovskites. The effects of alkaline earth metal cation s…
View article: Isosymmetric compression of cubic halide perovskites $$\mathrm{ABX}_{3}$$ ($$A=K, Rb, Cs$$; $$B=Ge, Sn, Pb$$ and $$X=Cl,Br,I$$)-influence of cation–anion exchange: a first principle study
Isosymmetric compression of cubic halide perovskites $$\mathrm{ABX}_{3}$$ ($$A=K, Rb, Cs$$; $$B=Ge, Sn, Pb$$ and $$X=Cl,Br,I$$)-influence of cation–anion exchange: a first principle study Open
Halide perovskites are potential candidates for their use in solar cells. In this study, an investigation of the structural, mechanical and electro-optical properties of $$\mathrm{ABX}_{3}$$ ( $$A=K, Rb, Cs$$ ; $$B=Ge, Sn, P…
View article: Optical polarizability of erbium-oxygen complexes in sol-gel-based silica films
Optical polarizability of erbium-oxygen complexes in sol-gel-based silica films Open
For erbium (Er)-doped amorphous oxides, such as those that are used in compact lightwave devices interfaced with silicon, values of the refractive indices are commonly obtained empirically. This work, combining experimental and theoretical…
View article: Variation Of Fractal Dimension Of Leaves Based On Stem Position
Variation Of Fractal Dimension Of Leaves Based On Stem Position Open
NOTE: The first page of text has been automatically extracted and included below in lieu of an abstract Variation of Fractal Dimension of Leaves Based on Stem Position Abstract Utilization of methods based on Euclidean geometry to perform …
View article: Temperature dependence of CIGS and perovskite solar cell performance: an overview
Temperature dependence of CIGS and perovskite solar cell performance: an overview Open
View article: Energy Gap-Refractive Index Relations in Perovskites
Energy Gap-Refractive Index Relations in Perovskites Open
In this study, the energy gap-refractive index relations of perovskites are examined in detail. In general, the properties of perovskites are dependent on the structural reorganization and covalent nature of their octahedral cages. Based o…
View article: Transdermal drug delivery and patches—An overview
Transdermal drug delivery and patches—An overview Open
Transdermal drug delivery is a multibillion‐dollar industry, with an average of one transdermal being approved by the Federal Drug Administration every 2.2 years. The first transdermal drug patch was approved by the Food and Drug Administr…
View article: Editorial
Editorial Open
While the meeting was well attended, the Editor had the privilege of meeting Dr John B. Goodenoughthe winner of this year's Nobel Prize in Chemistry for the development of lithium-ion batteries. 1One can argue that creativity is priceless,…
View article: Properties of Interfaced Materials and Films: Part II
Properties of Interfaced Materials and Films: Part II Open
View article: Correction to: Properties of Interfaced Materials and Films: Part I
Correction to: Properties of Interfaced Materials and Films: Part I Open