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A Study of Thermal Impact of Vertical Greenery System in High-End Residential Building of India
Abstract: In a developing country like India, the demand for residential units have increased by 29% by July 2021 (according to IBEF); particularly in metropolitan cities, resulting in a scarcity of land resources. Vertical settlement in high-rise structures is being adapted by many cities as a primary solution to this extended density. As a result increase in the urban heat island effect is evident and affecting the thermal comfort of the …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 10–16 Read article
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Innovative Application of Prefabs in Earthquake-Resistant Bridge Construction
Abstract: Abstract Pre-stressed concrete, widely known to be a prefabricated structure (Prefab in short) has long been accepted in statically loaded structures. Thus, we have seen the construction of pre-stressed concrete bridges, dams, pipelines, reservoirs and various structures including more recently atomic reactor pressure vessels. In recent years pre-stressed concrete has been specially used in seismic resistant structures. Just like any other new material, it will attract criticism and comment, sometimes …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 1–22 Read article
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An Analysis on the Current Perspective of Urban Design
Abstract: We know that urban design is historically played a major role in development of cities. Urban design, as a presently discipline, is relatively new compared to linked disciplines of architecture, urban planning, and landscape architecture. The close relation of urban design with these allied disciplines has also been the cause for its unclear nature, and its muddled definition. Accordingly, it is appealed here that a reexamination of the definition, status, …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 42–48 Read article
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Physiochemical Mechanism Associated with Drought Tolerance in Tomato
Abstract: Abiotic stresses are one of the key limitations to global crop production and food security. Among the abiotic stresses, drought is one of the most vital factors that cause changes in morphological, biochemical, and physiological characteristics in plants, and consequently affects the growth and productivity of crops. The main purpose of the present study was to evaluate the effect of drought on physiological traits (ratio of root/shoot length, leaf area …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 24–36 Read article
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Pre-extension Demonstration of Improved Cassava Technologies with Chopping Device at Gofa Zone, Southern Ethiopia
Abstract: The production and use of cassava is not well known to farmers, although there are several local varieties of cassava that have been used for food security purposes at different times in drought-prone areas of the Gofa Zone, Southern region. To address this issue, the Arba Minch Agricultural Research Center conducted an adaptation trial of the improved cassava varieties Chichu and Hawassa-04 at the station level and obtained promising results. …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 34–41 Read article
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Verb Retrieval in Children with Hearing Impairment
Abstract: Verbs are grammatically more complex than nouns and are relatively more difficult for children to acquire. Hearing impaired children find it difficult to retrieve verbs. Earlier studies on verb retrieval in children with hearing impairment have focused on articulation and other speech deficits. The present study was an attempt to describe verb retrieval impairments in children with hearing impairments in terms of grammatical complexity. The study was carried out on …
Published in International Journal of Animal Biotechnology and Applications · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Animal Gastrointestinal Tract in Animals Health
Abstract: The gastrointestinal tract's (GIT) functionality and health are essential elements that influence animal productivity. Since the management of GIT growth and health involves numerous complicated systems, it is critical to have a better understanding of these interconnections in order to create strategies for modulating GIT functioning and health in the perspective of better animal performance. Within in the animal scientific community, this term of "gut health" has sparked considerable interest. …
Published in International Journal of Animal Biotechnology and Applications · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 9–12 Read article
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Treatment of Synthetic Dairy Waste in an Aerobic Bioreactor
Abstract: Bioreactors are used to treat industrial wastewater including petrochemical, pharmaceutical, agricultural, oil, dairy wastes, etc. Disposal of dairy wastes is of importance through the manufacture of milk products including cheese, butter, ice cream and processed milk. Most of the dairy industries use typical activated sludge method for their effluent treatment leading to a relatively high operation costs and problem with the disposal of large amounts of sludge. Aerobic processes are …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 Read article
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Biodiesel production using waste cooking oil: influence of catalysts on reaction parameters
Abstract: Over a century ago, Rudolf Diesel tested the used of vegetable oil as fuel for his automotive engine, several years later, bio-based diesel obtain from trans-esterification of animal fats or vegetable oils in presence of catalyst have been used as alternative automotive fuels to safe guard the environment and avoid global warming. Cost of production process has limited the diversification and generalizes usage of biodiesel, thus exploring avenues for cost …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Revolutionizing Healthcare: Cutting-Edge Biosensors Paving the Way for 21st Century Point-of-Care Diagnostics
Abstract: Point-of-care (POC) diagnostics stand as a transformative paradigm in healthcare, promising rapid testing directly at patient care sites. Biosensors, amalgamating biological recognition elements with physico-chemical transducers, emerge as pivotal tools in crafting rapid and sensitive POC diagnostic devices. Recent strides in nanotechnology, microfluidics, and flexible electronics have engendered a wave of innovative biosensor designs and detection methodologies. This paper provides an extensive review of the latest advancements in biosensors tailored …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 12–19 Read article
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EFFECT OF CALCIUM APPLICATION ON LITCHI FRUIT CRACKING
Abstract: Litchi fruit is highly affected by cracking. The main reason of cracking is application of large amount of water after prolonged water stress. Gene factor and other factor also affect the intensity and amount of litchi cracking. Use of calcium is one of the good methods of controlling or minimizing the cracking of litchi. Calcium plays role in cell wall and cell membrane which shows the reason why calcium helps …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 43–52 Read article
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Synthesis and characterization of high saline water resistant sulphur composite from petrochemical waste
Abstract: Petrochemical industry produces variety of side products and waste materials like sulphur, spent catalysts, spent adsorbents, etc. These waste materials can be converted to the value-added products by forming their composites with unique properties. For example, sulphur due to its chemical properties like high resistivity to corrosive environment, hydrophobic nature, antifungal property, its composite can be prepared and used in construction industries as a substitute for cement composite material. To …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 64–77 Read article
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Examination of Oil Extraction using Hexane and Ethanol: A Case Study of Coconut
Abstract: The research was aimed to comparatively study the effects of solvent extractions on three differentspecies of coconut using developed model equations of extraction and experiment conducted. The mainobjective was comparison of experimental results in terms of yields on the performance of solvents(hexane and ethanol) on the various species of coconut. The research was useful for communities in theWest African countries that are significantly dependent on financial gain from agrarian enterprise. …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 6–26 Read article
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Numerical Analysis of Flow Characterization in a Continuous Crystallizer
Abstract: In this work, hydrodynamics in a draft tube continuous crystallizer is analyzed computationally through Ansys CFD to crystallization phenomena. Hindrance to fluid mixing and particle suspension due to vortexing can be overcome by providing baffles. A draft tube ensures that it directs the flow in vertical direction ensuring good axial blending. Here CFD simulations are performed using multiple reference frame (MRF) with sliding mesh approach in transient condition for flow …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Separation Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 33–43 Read article
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Chemical Separations to Transform the Domain
Abstract: The chemical industry includes producers of industrial gases, large-volume commodity chemicals and polymers, chemical products for agricultural and medicinal uses, and performance-targeted chemical and polymer specialties. The industry produces more than 70,000 products, including raw and basic materials, intermediate materials, and finished products. The chemical industry obtains raw materials from the petroleum refining, natural gas, and mining industries, as well as from biological sources. Air emissions included 4.3 million metric …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Separation Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 24–29 Read article
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Analysis of Vapour-Liquid Equilibrium Behaviour of Cryogenic Hydrogen-Deuterium Mixtures Using Cubic Equation of State-based Method
Abstract: A comparative analysis of the vapour liquid equilibrium behaviour of the cryogenic hydrogen-deuterium system calculated under the assumption of an ideal solution using pure component vapour pressure data versus that of a real solution using Peng-Robinson cubic equation of state has been presented in this work. It is found that assumption of ideal solution leads to over prediction of the relative volatilities by 14% to 57% depending on the mixture …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Separation Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–13 Read article
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Application of Taguchi Method for Optimization of Reaction Parameters in Graft Copolymerization onto Guar Gum
Abstract: In this article, Taguchi method is used to theoretically optimize the various reaction parameters and their interactions that may affect the end properties of Guar Gum Grafted copolymers made in a laboratory glass reactor. An attempt has been made to assess and predict the effect of temperature, monomer (Acrylonitrile) concentration and Guar Gum concentration on % grafting. In the present study effect of above mentioned three reaction parameters on the …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 12–18 Read article
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Comparison of Some Mobile Air Compressor Components Operating in a Gas Plant Facility
Abstract: Investigation on some components of the Mobile Air Compressor (MAC) was considered in terms of the concepts of reliability and the components compared are valve, filter, radiator unit and air hose. The research reveals that failure of any of the component investigated influences the operation of the mobile air compressor in gas plant facility. The research further revealed that failure of radiator resulting from overheating in most cases, influences the …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 31–40 Read article
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Monitoring the Effect of Temperature on Percentage of Petroleum Hydrocarbon Remediation in Packed Bed Units using Agro-Based Adsorbents
Abstract: This research demonstrates the significance of adsorbent and packed bed unit or column for the treatment of water medium contaminated with petroleum hydrocarbon. The investigation further revealed the effect of temperature on the performance of the adsorbent in treatment of water medium contaminated with petroleum hydrocarbon. The investigation delved deeper into understanding the influence of temperature on the adsorbent's efficacy in treating water mediums contaminated with petroleum hydrocarbon. The study …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 35–47 Read article
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A REVIEW ON SOUND WAVES AND ITS EFFECTS ON PLANTS
Abstract: The overall performance and development of cell is due to the elongation and proliferation of cell. The interconnection among various phenomena’s and sound waves is a significant topic to study in order to check the various pros and cons of sound waves on different functions of cell. Experiments show that sound waves of various frequencies, SPLS and of different kinds greatly affect the plants. Certain frequency sound waves such as …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–14 Read article