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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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Bamboo Reinforced Low Cost House - A Case Study
Abstract: The objective is to set up a low cost house using bamboo and its culms as reinforcement material. A prototype of such a construction has been undertaken in an area of 255 sq.ft. As bamboo acts as a structural member, it can replace steel as reinforcement. The proposed structure consists of four supporting column and one main column at its centre to achieve a better economy due to reduction in …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 59–70 Read article
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Managing Complexity of City Growth in India – A Planner’s Dilemma (Draft)
Abstract: Indian cities are experiencing accelerated suburbanization with increasing informality and declining accessibility. To address the inadequacies in prevailing planning practice, the paper explores the applicability of complexity theory based planning principles and adaptive management in the Indian context. Under the suggested paradigm private agents are free to self-organize within a framework based codes to manage negative externalities and interferences between buildings and city elements. Whereas, public agents remain responsible for …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 1–17 Read article
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Construction Safety Management
Abstract: Construction industry is an important part of the economy in many countries and often seen as a driver of economic growth especially in developing countries. Typically, construction industry contributes to 11% of gross domestic products (GDP) in most developing countries. However many construction activities are inherently health and safety risks such as working at height, working underground, working in confined spaces and close proximity to falling materials, handling load manually, …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 12–20 Read article
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Affordable Eco-housing, Purnia
Abstract: Affordable housing is a problem that many countries are taking stock of, world over. While rapid urbanisation, growing cities provide various opportunities; there are fallouts in terms of proliferation of slums, high prices of land and building materials which render houses unaffordable for the segment at the bottom of the pyramid. Therefore, the need for adequate housing for the low-income groups will substantially increase. Most importantly, creating housing for these …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 7–11 Read article
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Simulation of a Discovered Mamluk Picnic Palace (1347 CE) in Qal’at al-Kabsh
Abstract: Maqrīzī mentions an amazing building was built by Sultan al-Saleh (1240–1249 CE), grandson of Saladin al-Ayyuby’s brother on ancient foundations of al-Qata’i, the Tulunid Town (868 CE). During the Mamluk period, more development had been carried out, basically when al-Nasr Mohamed ibn Qalawun rebuilt Qal'at al-Kabsh again in 1323 CE. However, al-Ashraf Sha’ban demolished a part of it that became used for housing. Responding to an invitation from the Ministry …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 10–20 Read article
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Social Capital Based Resilience Framework for Communities to Disasters in Coastal Areas: A Literature Analysis and Case Study from Odisha Cyclone - FANI -2019
Abstract: The disaster victims received instant support, cooperation, and assistance from themselves. People in the communities assisted each other for survival before the government or any external help arrived. Social resilience, more than any other aspect of resilience, highlights the inherent contradiction between identity or persistence and transformation. In this research, we look at how this fear affects the development and application of social resilience in disasters. The reason of this …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 30–44 Read article
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IMPORTANCE OF PLANNING AND EXECUTION OF RESIDENTIAL SITE
Abstract: Sustainable urban development is largely dependent on how residential sites are planned and implemented. This study investigates the vital components of careful planning and implementation in the development of residential sites. The study discusses the importance of which includes adaptive strategies to overcome the problems faced by global warming, with a particular focus on urban riverfronts. The report highlights the necessity of thorough planning that takes community involvement, infrastructure construction, …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 26–35 Read article
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Bacterial Diversity of Decomposing Leaf Litters of Polyalthia longifolia (Sonner.) Thw. and Rhododendron arboreum Sm. Under Natural Condition
Abstract: The role of microorganisms in the decomposition of plant material is of immense importance. A large amount of plant litter is added annually to the soil through leaf fall and death of plants. As the plant materials fall on the ground, they are immediately attacked by various groups of soil microorganisms and soon after, the process of decomposition is initiated. Microorganisms being heterotrophic in their mode of nutrition are responsible …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 1, Issue 1-2, 2015 · pp. 34–41 Read article
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Bioaccumulation, Bioconcentration, and Biomagnification: Justification for Expediting the Clean-up of Contaminated Mangroves in Ogoniland
Abstract: Mangroves, which once served as natural reservoir of beneficial seafood to the inhabitants of ogoniland, an oil-rich community in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria, now, pose serious ecological and health risks to the people. Crude oil exploration and exploitation in this region have brought about increased release of harmful chemical substances into these mangrove environments. These chemicals build up in the native flora and fauna associated with the ecosystem …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 45–49 Read article
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Biotechnology and Chemical Engineering Synergy for Environmental Remediation
Abstract: This study delves into the selection of bioremediation strategies tailored to the type and extent of contamination, highlighting the critical role of harmonizing nature's mechanisms with precision engineering. It explores the design and optimization of bioremediation systems, emphasizing reactor design, process control, and resource efficiency. Furthermore, it investigates the integration of microbial consortia and genetic engineering to enhance the efficacy of environmental remediation, presenting cutting-edge technologies that leverage the power …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 6–11 Read article
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Zinc -The Miracle Nutrient of Agricultural Crop Production
Abstract: Zinc is involved in most plant growth functions. Zinc helps produce auxins. Zinc is a growth promoting substance that controls the development of the shoot. Zinc also forms enzyme systems, which regulate plant life. Yet zinc is the most common micronutrient deficiency in agriculture today! Zinc deficiency can limit yields of corn, beans, wheat, cotton, sorghum, fruits, and vegetables. Yet, without this essential ounce of zinc no crop would grow …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 14–17 Read article
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Microalgae in Bioremediation of Waste water and Production of Bioproducts
Abstract: Domestic wastewater treatment and remediation is an exclusive practice due to substantial time and scheduling needed for fruitful management. Recent waste water treatment plants are extremely mechanical and costly to build and sustain. Maximum of the domestic waste water is considered feeble or average in strength with nitrogen levels between 20–40 mg/L and phosphorus levels between 4–8 mg/L[3]. These concentrations of nitrogen and phosphorus are unwanted as they can lead …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 37–39 Read article
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Human Health is Affected by Noise Pollution
Abstract: Noise pollution has a substantial negative impact on human health. Long-term exposure to loud noises can cause stress, hearing loss, sleep disruptions, and cardiovascular problems, among other health problems. Noise decreases productivity and hinders cognitive function by making it difficult to focus and communicate. It may also result in agitation, worry, and even help develop mental health issues. To lessen the negative impacts of noise pollution on human well-being, adequate …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 44–48 Read article
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Use of the electrolysis hydrogen bubbles and process of vibroturbulization for advanced gasfilled materials production
Abstract: Production of gasfilled materials with the high physical mechanical properties plays a large role for effective use of these materials in chemical industry, medicine, machine building and space technology. Existing methods of gasfilled materials production such as the creation and the foaming of the water dispersions of high polymers using the thermal decomposition of organic and inorganic matter, using the radiation destruction of thermoplastic polymer or using the injection of …
Published in International Journal of Analytical and Applied Chemistry · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Overview of Strategies for Flood Control and Risk Management in Nigeria
Abstract: This study presents the strategies for flood control and risk management plan in view to overcome the current menace faced by the people of Nigeria. However, to overcome these, the following flood master plans were set amongst other things to formulate a broad policy framework and milestones for managing floods and stipulate specific strategies for achieving these milestones during the next decade up to 2050. The vision of the plans …
Published in International Journal of Analytical and Applied Chemistry · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 41–50 Read article
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Experimental Investigation of the Production of Carbon(iv)oxide (CO 2 ) from Brewers Spent Grain using Anaerobic Digester
Abstract: In this study, fresh brewers spent grain from a Brewery in Port Harcourt, was used to generate biogas, and the rate of carbon dioxide production was examined as a fractional component of the biogas. Additionally, daily records of the anaerobic digestion process temperature and pressure buildup were recorded. The analysis result revealed that the pH values before and after the examination were 7.45 and 7.26, respectively, and that the temperature …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Separation Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Career and Employability Skills of Diploma Chemical Engineers
Abstract: Today, Chemical Engineering is need of human survival. From morning to night, people used different products which are generally made up of different chemicals. From medicines to fuels, tremendous needs of chemical products are increasingly, which are useful in human life. Chemical Engineering was initiated with the aim to transform raw materials into some beneficial products using chemical reactions. Chemical engineers use the principles of engineering analysis and knowledge of …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 11–14 Read article
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A Review on the Multiscale Integrated Approach in Multiphase Reaction Engineering and Process Intensification: Sustainable Energy and Process Design
Abstract: Abstract: Multiphase reaction engineering and process is important path for conversion of natural resources into fuels and chemicals to reduce greenhouse gas emission and increasing energy supply to meet growing global demand. This requires multiphase reactor design and modeling development for methane conversion into chemical building blocks, upgrading heavy oil and carbon capture. This multiphase reactor modeling involves the multiscale approach, which requires the knowledge of how phenomena at a …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 18–26 Read article
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Kinetics of Oxidation of L-Proline by Hexacyanoferrate (III) Ion in Presence of Os (VIII)
Abstract: Amino acids are building block of proteins and maintaining a vital role in growth of human beings as well as animals. Amino acids may form metal complexes and other complexes in animal and human body. Therefore, the study of oxidation of amino acids as well as their complexes is interesting area for academicians and physicians. Amino acids are the compounds of two functional groups -NH2 and –COOH. Hence depending on …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 12–24 Read article