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218 articles for “labor.”
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Modelling the Effect of Functional Parameter Upon Temperature on The Biodegradation Rate of Hydrocarbons: A Mathematical Review
Abstract: As oil industries continue exploration and exploitation of the environment, the tendency of oil spillage, and by extension, pollution of the marine and coastal environment is on the rise. Therefore, this research work reviews the methodologies or ways of curbing this menace which includes the use ofmicrobes to consume or ‘eat up’ such oil spills in a series of redox processes. However, several factors affect the rate of consumption of …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 43–49 Read article
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Review on the Separation Mechanisms in Microfluidics for Bioengineering Applications
Abstract: In this review, author has mentioned different techniques of separation mechanisms in bioengineering, like passive separation, magnetic separation, electrical separation, optical separation and acoustic separation. The extraction of blood plasma from human whole blood by separating blood cells is a need in biomedical industry. In the recent past, Mukhopadhyay as author has demonstrated different passive techniques to separate the polystyrene microparticles of different sizes in the designed microfluidic laboratory-on-a-chip systems …
Published in International Journal of Renewable Energy and its Commercialization · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 22–27 Read article
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Short Review on Thermodynamic Effect to Generate the Surface-Driven Microfluidic Flow in Fluid Mechanics
Abstract: The levels of fluid mechanics are bulk-fluidics (macrofluidics), microfluidics, and nanofluidics in thedirection of miniaturisation. In this review, a brief account is provided to describe the thermodynamiceffect behind the generation of any surface-driven microfluidic flow in the regime of fluid mechanics.Also, an experimental demonstration on the surface-driven microfluidic flow of dyed water isprovided corresponding to the SU-8 based glass microfluidic devices fabricated by masklesslithography and indirect bonding technique. A prominent …
Published in International journal of Thermodynamics and Chemical Kinetics · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 10–13 Read article
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Short Experimental Report on the Passive Microfluidic Flow in Fluid Mechanics
Abstract: In this work related to experiments, two individual polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) based microfluidic devices (microchannel bends) are fabricated by the following techniques: (a) maskless lithography, (b) hot embossing lithography, and (c) direct bonding technique. Dyed water is chosen as working liquid in this particular work. The CMOS camera is used to capture each passive microfluidic flow of dyed water in the fabricated devices. The effects of channel aspect ratio and centrifugal …
Published in International journal of Thermodynamics and Chemical Kinetics · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 32–37 Read article
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Correlation Between CBR Values and Index Properties of Soils
Abstract: Presently India’s infrastructure is growing rapidly. Large number of new urban and lightly trafficked roads are being constructed or planned. The California bearing ratio (CBR) is the well known, common and trustful test currently used in road construction. The CBR values are used by the engineers to design the thickness of pavement layer to be laid on the top of the sub-grade. Laboratory tests like consistency tests, standard proctor test …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 18–21 Read article
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Application of Grouted Mechanical Couplers in Accelerated Bridge Construction
Abstract: This paper presents two research projects that investigated the performance of the grouted coupler connection details developed for accelerated bridge construction applications. The goal of the first project was to conduct laboratory test and evaluation of the grouted rebar coupler connections similar to those utilized on the Keg Creek Bridge on US Highway 6, the first replacement bridge in Iowa constructed entirely with modular and accelerated bridge construction technologies. The …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 32–48 Read article
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Risk Management in Construction Projects: Consultants’ Perspective
Abstract: Construction projects are among the most vulnerable projects to uncertainty and risks which affect project schedule and increase costs. The issue of risk in construction is a global one, and the Palestinian construction sector is no different. This study aims to identify risk factors in construction projects from consultants’ perspective in Palestine and to prepare risk map for them, then to suggest response for critical ones. A survey using a …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 38–50 Read article
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A Study on Self Compacting Concrete using Portland Pozzolana Cement
Abstract: Self-compacting concrete (SCC) is a type of highly flowable concrete that fills each and every corner of congested formwork without the need for mechanical vibration as it is placed by means of its own weight. Generally, the SCC is prepared by using Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC) with mineral and chemical admixtures. Portland Pozzolana Cement (PPC) itself contains some amount of fly ash, thus given the motivation to prepare the SCC …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Thermal Performance Evaluation of a Prototype Building Utilizing Composite Construction and LGS-Ferrocement Sandwich Wall Panels
Abstract: In India, there is a noticeable surge of interest in embracing progressive construction techniques, including modular precast construction, light gauge steel (cold-formed steel), and precast Ferrocement composite structures. These advanced methods offer a sustainable approach with a significantly reduced carbon footprint compared to traditional reinforced concrete (RCC) construction. Moreover, they present several advantages, such as expedited construction, minimized material transportation, cost-effective labor, and accelerated project completion. An ingenious technology has …
Published in International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 11–20 Read article
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Development of a Rutting Model for Bituminous Mixes Using Experimental Data
Abstract: In recent years, the amount and severity of rutting on bituminous pavements in India has been increasing due to the ever increasing traffic volumes, overloading and the high summer temperatures. Extensive research work has been directed throughout the years for creating models to predict the advancement of rutting in bituminous mixes and pavements, yet with restricted achievement. The laboratory rutting tests were conducted on bituminous mixes prepared with various aggregate …
Published in International Journal of Transportation Engineering and Traffic System · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Comparative Assessment of Tensile and Shear Behavior of Cold, Warm and Hot Mix Asphalt Concrete
Abstract: The environment awareness of toxic gases emissions during the production, transportation, and construction of hot mix asphalt concrete (HMAC) have led to the development of Warm, half warm, and cold mix asphalt concrete. Such development of alternative mixtures is considered as sustainable materials in asphalt concrete paving process. The temperature reduction in the mixing of binder during production, handling, and compaction of the mix results in saving energy, reduction of …
Published in International Journal of Transportation Engineering and Traffic System · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 39–47 Read article
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Effect of Circular Polyimide Micropillars on Surface-Driven Capillary Flow of Dyed Working Liquids inside the SU-8 based Glass Microfluidic Devices
Abstract: In this experimental work, total 8 individual SU-8 based glass microfluidic devices are fabricated using Mukhopadhyay’s own hands-on completely. Maskless lithography and indirect bonding technique are the methods to fabricate these devices. A CMOS camera catching 25 frames per second with a corresponding time-scale resolution of 0.04 second is used to record the surface-driven capillary flow in each device. Dyed water and dyed ethylene glycol are the selected and prepared …
Published in International Journal of Water Resources Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Agribot: An Agriculture Robot
Abstract: Agribot is a robot designed for agricultural purpose. As one of the trends of development on automation and intelligence of agricultural machinery in the 21st century, we are applying the idea of robotics technology in agriculture, since robotics technology is used in many of the fields such as defense, surveillance, medical field, industries and so on. In this paper, the robot system is used to develop the process of cultivating …
Published in International Journal of Software Computing and Testing · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 14–17 Read article
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Bluetooth Operated Solar Grass Cutters: A Review of Design, Functionality, and Performance
Abstract: The labor-intensive, time-consuming process of manually cutting the grass might lead to an uneven grass height structure. Therefore, creating a system that can mow the grass without human aid is essential to avoiding all these issues. The Bluetooth control solar grass cutter offers a creative approach to managing a lawn without harming the environment in response to the growing need for ecologically friendly solutions. For homes that wish to reduce …
Published in International Journal of Broadband Cellular Communication · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 32–37 Read article
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PERFORMANCE COMPARISON OF SIMULATED AND FABRICATED WIDEBAND MINIATURIZED WPD
Abstract: In this paper comparison of result of simulation and fabricated miniaturized Wilkinson Power Divider is proposed. The decay in performance of Wilkinson Power Divider during fabrication process is discussed in detail. Equal splitter Wilkinson Power Divider is designed by using CST MWS software which is very excellent as comparison to other RF design software in present scenario. The fabrication process is adopted by using PCB technology due to ease of …
Published in International Journal of Microelectronics and Digital integrated circuits · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 10–14 Read article
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Leakage-Free Microfluidic Flow of the Dyed Aqueous Ethanol in a single SU-8 based Glass Microfluidic Device Fabricated by the Selected Microfabrication Technologies
Abstract: In this work, a single SU-8 based glass microfluidic device is fabricated by the maskless lithography and indirect bonding technique. A CMOS camera catching 25 frames per second with a corresponding time-scale resolution of 0.04 second is used to record the surface-driven microfluidic flow. Dyed aqueous ethanol (80% dyed water, 20% ethanol) is prepared to be used as working liquid. A surface-driven microfluidic flow of the prepared working liquid is …
Published in International Journal of Microelectronics and Digital integrated circuits · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 13–17 Read article
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Surface-Driven Capillary Flow of Dyed Working Liquid in the SU-8 based Glass Microfluidic Device Fabricated by Maskless Lithography and Indirect Bonding Technique
Abstract: A single SU-8 based glass microfluidic device is fabricated by the maskless lithography and indirect bonding technique, using the negative photoresist SU-8. Polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) dissolved in EC solvent (SU-8 developer) is used as the prepared adhesive material in the indirect bonding technique. Dyed water (90% red coloured food dye, 10% distilled water) is prepared as the working liquid. A CMOS camera catching 25 frames per second with a corresponding time-scale …
Published in International Journal of Microelectronics and Digital integrated circuits · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 26–31 Read article
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SU-8 Based Glass Microfluidic Device Coated with Deposited Nano-Layer for Future Fabrication of Nanofluidic Microelectromechanical Systems
Abstract: Two SU-8 based glass microfluidic devices are fabricated by maskless lithography and laboratory-made clamping. The inner walls of one device are coated with nano-layer of diamond like carbon (DLC) using the plasma enhanced chemical vapour deposition (PECVD) system. The other device is remained uncoated. A CMOS camera catching 25 frames per second with a corresponding time-scale resolution of 0.04 second is used to record each surface-driven microfluidic flow of dyed …
Published in International Journal of Nanomaterials and Nanostructures · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 60–63 Read article
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Short Report on the Polymer based Microfluidic Device Fabricated by Lithographic Techniques
Abstract: In this experimental work, a single microfluidic device is fabricated by maskless lithography, hot embossing lithography and direct bonding technique inside the cleanroom laboratory. Microchannel bend is the selected design to fabricate the microfluidic device. Dyed ethanol is selected and prepared as working liquid. The surface-driven capillary flow of dyed ethanol is recorded in the fabricated microchannel bend using a CMOS camera inside the materials-science laboratory. Effect of centrifugal force …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 17–20 Read article
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Legal Issues in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Abstract: According to the census 2011, total percentage of children in India is about 39% of total population, out of which 6.46% of children suffer with childhood psychiatric problems. Such problems in children existed from early period, but currently due to increased awareness, the rate of cases being reported at child and adolescent psychiatry clinics has tremendously increased. Child and adolescent psychiatry is an emerging field, which demands a multi-disciplinary team …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 11–18 Read article