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View article: Machining and Parametric Optimization of Lanthanum Oxide and Aluminium Oxide Reinforced Metal Matrix Composites: A Comparative Study using VIKOR and COPRAS MCDM Techniques
Machining and Parametric Optimization of Lanthanum Oxide and Aluminium Oxide Reinforced Metal Matrix Composites: A Comparative Study using VIKOR and COPRAS MCDM Techniques Open
Aluminium metal matrix composites (AMMCs) are emerging as promising substitute materials in various production sectors to meet the current technological demands for lightweight materials with improved strength, hardness, stiffness, wear, a…
View article: Supervised Machine Learning Models for Predicting SS304H Welding Properties Using TIG, Autogenous TIG, and A-TIG
Supervised Machine Learning Models for Predicting SS304H Welding Properties Using TIG, Autogenous TIG, and A-TIG Open
This investigation explores the application of supervised machine learning regression approaches to predict various responses, including penetration, bead width, bead height, hardness, ultimate tensile strength, and percentage elongation i…
View article: OPTIMIZING DRILLING OPERATION OF HYBRID ALUMINIUM COMPOSITES USING MEREC AND ENTROPY-BASED WEIGHTING STRATEGIES—AN MCDM BASED COMPARATIVE STUDY
OPTIMIZING DRILLING OPERATION OF HYBRID ALUMINIUM COMPOSITES USING MEREC AND ENTROPY-BASED WEIGHTING STRATEGIES—AN MCDM BASED COMPARATIVE STUDY Open
Hybrid Aluminium Metal Matrix Composites have gained a lot of attention in the industrial sphere due to their excellent mechanical properties and lightweight nature. However, machining these composites presents substantial challenges becau…
View article: Stability study of GEM chamber using radioactive source
Stability study of GEM chamber using radioactive source Open
Gas Electron Multiplier (GEM) is a cutting edge Micro Pattern Gaseous detector (MPGD) technology suitable as tracking device in high rate Heavy-Ion (HI) experiments for their good spatial resolution and most importantly high rate handling …
View article: Revisiting MnSe : a Magnetic Semiconductor with Spin-Phonon coupling
Revisiting MnSe : a Magnetic Semiconductor with Spin-Phonon coupling Open
Spin-phonon interactions in 2D magnetic materials are crucial in advancing next-generation spintronic devices. Therefore, identifying new materials with significant spin-phonon interactions is of great importance. In this context, MnSe, pr…
View article: Traumatic Gastric Perforation
Traumatic Gastric Perforation Open
Gastric perforation following trauma is a rare but serious issue. The typical presentations include abdominal distension, respiratory distress, shock or peritonitis, and a history of polytrauma. The prognosis depends on the severity of the…
View article: Distinguishing rice varieties using plant image analysis by deep learning methods
Distinguishing rice varieties using plant image analysis by deep learning methods Open
Among the rice varieties developed for different purposes, Basmati varieties are unique for their morphological characters and quality. The origin, evolution and development of Basmati varieties has thrown challenges in terms of varietal c…
View article: Predicting A-TIG Weld Bead Geometry Using Artificial Neural Networks
Predicting A-TIG Weld Bead Geometry Using Artificial Neural Networks Open
The main issue that TIG welding experiences is limited weld penetration which eventually restricts its productivity. In order to overcome this difficulty and incomparable advantages of TIG welding, a method known as activating flux tungste…
View article: Performance study of a bakelite RPC prototype built by new technique of linseed oil coating
Performance study of a bakelite RPC prototype built by new technique of linseed oil coating Open
Resistive Plate Chamber (RPC) is one of the most commonly used detectors in high energy physics experiments for triggering and tracking because of its good efficiency ($\textgreater$~90\%) and time resolution ($\sim$~1-2~ns). Generally, ba…
View article: Improving manufacturing sustainability and productivity in joining thick stainless steel components through activated-TIG welding using SiO<sub>2</sub> and TiO<sub>2</sub> binary flux
Improving manufacturing sustainability and productivity in joining thick stainless steel components through activated-TIG welding using SiO<sub>2</sub> and TiO<sub>2</sub> binary flux Open
Joining thicker components using conventional arc welding processes requires edge preparation and multiple passes for completely filling the root gap. Multiple passes not only increase the overall welding time but also increase the energy …
View article: Optimization of austenitic stainless steel weld joint by using the analytical hierarchy process
Optimization of austenitic stainless steel weld joint by using the analytical hierarchy process Open
Nowadays, gas metal arc welding (GMAW) is getting used more and more in many manufacturing and fabrication industries due to its good quality welding possibility maintaining productivity. Automatic servo controlled wire feed system makes t…
View article: Investigation of mechanical properties of silver-doped diamond-like carbon coating by varying deposition temperature
Investigation of mechanical properties of silver-doped diamond-like carbon coating by varying deposition temperature Open
The present work shows the influence of deposition temperatures on the mechanical properties of silver (Ag)-doped diamond-like carbon (DLC) coating synthesized by the thermal chemical vapor deposition (CVD) technique. The deposited film sh…
View article: AUGMENTATION OF DEPTH OF PENETRATION AND PRODUCTIVITY BENEFITS OF ATIG WELDS USING THE AHP
AUGMENTATION OF DEPTH OF PENETRATION AND PRODUCTIVITY BENEFITS OF ATIG WELDS USING THE AHP Open
Weldability is an important issue in the fabrication of different grades of stainless steel used in industry. Tungsten inert gas (TIG) welding is widely used in industry for accurate and precision work, but lack of penetration is observed …
View article: A temperature-based synthesis and characterization study of aluminum-incorporated diamond-like carbon thin films
A temperature-based synthesis and characterization study of aluminum-incorporated diamond-like carbon thin films Open
The present work deals with the study of various properties of aluminum (Al)-incorporated diamond-like carbon (DLC) thin films synthesized using the atmospheric pressure chemical vapor deposition (APCVD) technique by varying the deposition…
View article: Improvising CODAS method functionalized with grey numbers to improve the performance of PVD titanium carbon nitride (TiCN) thin film coating: a novel approach
Improvising CODAS method functionalized with grey numbers to improve the performance of PVD titanium carbon nitride (TiCN) thin film coating: a novel approach Open
This experimental study focuses on the deposition of TiCN thin film coating onto a bare p-type silicon substrate using physical vapor deposition (PVD) processes, with varying process parameters. The study employed a design of experiment in…
View article: Acknowledgements
Acknowledgements Open
and the University of Brussels (VUB).So many people drifted in and out of my life in these places -I think of them often.At home, too, I feel fortunate to be surrounded by my friends and my family, especially my grandparents, aunts, uncles…
View article: Raman signatures of lattice dynamics across inversion symmetry breaking phase transition in quasi-1D compound, (TaSe$_4$)$_3$I
Raman signatures of lattice dynamics across inversion symmetry breaking phase transition in quasi-1D compound, (TaSe$_4$)$_3$I Open
Structural phase transition can occur due to complex mechanisms other than simple dynamical instability, especially when the parent and daughter structure is of low dimension. This article reports such an inversion symmetry-breaking struct…
View article: Adenovirus an Increasing Concern in West Bengal - Manifestation, Detection, Prevention and Treatment
Adenovirus an Increasing Concern in West Bengal - Manifestation, Detection, Prevention and Treatment Open
Human Adenovirus (hAdv) infections are currently at a surge in India with West Bengal holding a prominent place.Patient cohort with majority being children are getting reported with flue like symptoms, low oxygen level and upper respirator…
View article: Exploring the nutritional factors and health benefits of artisanal alcoholic rice beverages
Exploring the nutritional factors and health benefits of artisanal alcoholic rice beverages Open
Fermentation is an ancient preservation technique used to transform complex food materials into simpler biologically active compounds, which enhances their nutritional content. Various microorganisms, including Lactic acid bacteria, Acetic…
View article: Surface Preparation for Coating and Erosion MRR of SS 304 Using Silicon Carbide Abrasive Jet
Surface Preparation for Coating and Erosion MRR of SS 304 Using Silicon Carbide Abrasive Jet Open
The surface preparation of shiny stainless steels is a must for applying esthetic paints, effective functional plasma spray coating, laser cladding, welding, etc., applications. The current work aims for effective surface roughening and er…
View article: Kidney size in Children of Post-Weaning age: Does Nutrition have an Effect?
Kidney size in Children of Post-Weaning age: Does Nutrition have an Effect? Open
Introduction: This study was undertaken to evaluate the effect of nutrition on kidney size and to determine the correlation between renal parameters and different anthropometric parameters. Methods: This hospital-based descriptive observat…
View article: Investigating The Effect of Nickel Buttering on Corrosion Resistance
Investigating The Effect of Nickel Buttering on Corrosion Resistance Open
Cladding is usually employed for improving corrosion and/or abrasion resistance of a component. Buttering layer between clad layer and structural steel is also sometimes provided to promote bonding between the cladding and the substrate. T…
View article: Investigation on Spring-Back Effect of Galvanized Iron Sheet
Investigation on Spring-Back Effect of Galvanized Iron Sheet Open
Sheet metal bending is a useful process utilized in varying applications. Investigations in sheet bending find its importance as it is subjected to spring-back upon withdrawal of load and it differs based on material property and its size,…
View article: From the Desk of the Editor
From the Desk of the Editor Open
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View article: Estimation of Geometry and Properties of Weld Bead Using Artificial Neural Networks
Estimation of Geometry and Properties of Weld Bead Using Artificial Neural Networks Open
Investigations on prediction or estimation of output responses in welding using artificial neural networks (ANN) have become popular among researchers. In this work, metal active gas (MAG) welding was implemented to join EN-8D medium carbo…