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Water Management for the Service of Mankind
Abstract: India occupies approximately 2.4% of total geographical area of the world, while it supports 15% of the world population. Unprecedented population growth and increase in demand of scarce land, water and biological resources and increasing degradation of these resources are affecting the stability of ecosystem and environment leading to wasteland. Better management of water resources will also help to ensure sustainable food security. This paper attempts to provide a short …
Published in International Journal of Water Resources Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 43–46 Read article
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Preliminary Studies on Chemical Characteristics Including Fluoride and Iron Concentration in Ground Waters of Telaiya, Koderma District, Jharkhand, India
Abstract: The problem of high concentration' of various chemical constituents in ground water resources has now become one of the most important health-related geo-environment issues in India. Considering above fact, a preliminary study as chemical characteristics of six groundwater and surface water samples were carried out to assess its suitability for drinking water with reference to Indian Standard Institute and World Health Organization standards and also evaluate the geo-chemical and geological …
Published in International Journal of Water Resources Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 47–52 Read article
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Analysis and Comparison of Pedestrian Flow Characteristics Variation on Passageway, Stairway and Escalator in Intercity Railway Stations
Abstract: Pedestrians while commuting through public transport facilities like integrated public transportation system, metro system, railway system, encounter level change facilities to transfer among different platforms. These facilities include passageway, stairway, escalator and ramps. They are confined areas and are the basic means of pedestrian movements inside a terminal to access platforms at different levels. Within limited terminal area, designing and planning of level changing infrastructures is of great challenge. For …
Published in International Journal of Transportation Engineering and Traffic System · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 8–19 Read article
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Evaluation of RC Frames in Shifting on Seismic Zone 3 to 5 and Retrofitting Techniques using ETABS
Abstract: The finite element analysis has been carried out on six storey reinforced concrete frames using commercial finite element software ETABS. The performance of six storeys infilled frame failing due to improper design as well as inadequate reinforcements when seismic zone shifting from zone 3 to 5 was studied. The behavior of infilled frame considered in zone 5 was studied and compared with the results obtained from the analysis of frame …
Published in International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–16 Read article
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Analysis of Gravity Dam for Different Rectangular Openings Sizes
Abstract: Gravity dams are very important structures. Different parameters which come in loading combination are temperature, dead weight, earthquake, hydrostatic pressure and water load. From the study, it has been found that the properties which affect the performance of a dam are static properties and thermal properties. Static properties of the concrete dam are strength, Poisson’s ratio and elastic modulus while thermal properties are specific heat, thermal expansion coefficient, thermal conductivity …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 11–17 Read article
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Sustainable Conservation of Heritage Structures
Abstract: The Central Mosque (Jama Masjid) of Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, India was started in 1879 and was declared open on February 1, 1915. This magnificent structure inspired by elegant Jama Masjid of Shahjahanabad, Delhi was getting deteriorated after passing a century and got restored in 2016-2017. The paper is an attempt to understand the measures taken to restore the Jama Masjid, Aligarh Muslim University to its original glory.
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 30–40 Read article
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Effect of Music Therapy on Anxiety Among Patients Undergoing Cardiac Catheterization at Selected Hospital, Coimbatore
Abstract: The study to assess the effect of Music therapy on anxiety among patients undergoing cardiac catheterization at selected hospital, Coimbatore was carried out using a preexperimental, non-equivalent posttest only control group design. By using purposive sampling technique 60 samples were selected, and 30 were assigned to the experimental group and control group respectively. A non-lyrical, veena based instrumental music composed in the raga Hamsadvani and Dwijavanti was administered to the …
Published in International Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 21–24 Read article
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Leachate Characterization and Assessment of Groundwater Pollution Near Municipal Solid Waste Dumpsite, Thanjavur
Abstract: The increase in population, urbanization, and industrialization leads to increase in the generation of solid waste. The improper management of solid waste creates various problems. In many developing countries open dumping is practiced for solid waste management. One of the major problems of open dumping is groundwater pollution. The main objective of this paper is to determine the ground water pollution due to leachate infiltration beneath and near the dumpsite. …
Published in International Journal of Water Resources Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 23–27 Read article
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Flow Characteristics of Triangular Plan Form Weir
Abstract: Weirs are used for discharge measurement and flow diversion in the open channels. However, modified weirs such as plan form weirs, Labyrinth weir, oblique weir and piano key weir, etc. having larger crest length compared to normal weir having same lateral space assist in enhancing discharging capacity for a given upstream head, without creating much afflux. An experimental study was carried out to understand the effect of the geometry of …
Published in International Journal of Water Resources Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 17–22 Read article
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Water Quality Mapping of Tirupur District During Seasonal Variation
Abstract: Groundwater is an essential and vital component of any life support system. It is not only the basic need for human existence but also a vital input for all development activities. Our prime aim should be to preserve and to maintain the balanced biological communities and sustainable stream ecosystem health. In this study, the quality of groundwater in study area is analysed using IS standard methods. A detailed geo-chemical study …
Published in International Journal of Water Resources Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–16 Read article
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Statistical Analysis of Self-Compacting Concrete Impregnated with Coir Fiber
Abstract: Concrete is the construction material widely used throughout the world. Construction materials used in the industry should be friendly with the environment during its usage. Self-compacting concrete (SCC) is an innovative concrete that does not require vibration for placing and compaction. It is able to flow under its own weight, completely filling formwork and achieving full compaction, ev+ en in the presence of congested reinforcement. The hardened concrete is dense, …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 39–49 Read article
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The Adaptive LMS and Combination of RLS-LMS as Applied On Optical Fiber Communication System
Abstract: The classical LMS, RLS are most popular algorithms. In this work we have modified LMS and RLS to achieve the faster convergence. But at the cost of hardware complexity. This has been tested over optical few-mode fiber communication system.
Published in International Journal of Telecommunications & Emerging Technologies · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 30–34 Read article
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A New Model for Prediction of Wellbore Stability Using the Three Dimensional Hoek–Brown Failure Criterion
Abstract: Wellbore stability is one of the crucial issues in oil and gas industries. The issues related to instability of wells, impose significant unwanted costs on drilling operation.The objective of this paper is to present the 3D-wellbore stability prediction models for vertical wellbores. The three dimensional Hoek–Brown strength criterion developed by Zhang and Zhu conjunction with linear poroelastic constitutive model is utilized to develop the models. This models leads to easily …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 10–15 Read article
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Application of High Speed Videography and Digital Image Processing Software to Assess Performance of Blasts In Opencast Mines: A Case Study
Abstract: Rock mass can be fragmented by the process of blasting in which a known volume of the yield is obtained by using a calculated quantity of explosive. The explosive selected for blasting depends on factors like rock mass parameters, blasting economics and blast design. Assessment of the performance of a given blast is essential in the larger economics of the mining project. A study was conducted to know the blast …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Performance of Metakaolin and GGBS-induced Geopolymer Concrete Under Compression
Abstract: Metakaolin and ground granulated blast furnace slag (GGBS) were used as the source materials to obtain the high strength geopolymer concrete. NaOH and sodium silicate were used as alkaline activators with varying NaOH molarities of 8M, 12M, 14M and 16M. Cubes of size (100x100x100) mm were cast and the four geopolymer mixes were heat cured for varying durations of 24 hours, 48 hours and 72 hours and tested for compressive …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 31–38 Read article
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No Fine Concrete
Abstract: No-fine concrete has been in use in many countries over more than a century. Its higher porosity helps in percolating rain water directly to ground and thereby helps in recharging groundwater aquifer. In this study, 3 batches of no-fine concrete each with two different sizes of aggregate were prepared to find the mix that generated high compressive strength and study the effect of percentage of fine aggregate on the compressive …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 18–30 Read article
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Improving Durability of Asphalt Pavement Wearing Course Submerged in Water Using Candle Wax as Water Proofing Agent: An Assessment Using RSI, FDI and SDI
Abstract: Asphalt pavements are designed and constructed to meet mostly stability and durability requirements during its design life. However, durability of asphalt pavements also heavily depends on other physical parameters as good drainage facility apart from having good material mix and structural designs. In the wake of asphalt pavements not supported by good drainage measures it is very likely that these pavements will fail sooner than later. On this basis, the …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Effect of Opening Shapes and Sizes on the Gravity Dam
Abstract: Design of gravity dams is an important issue in dam engineering. Opening in the dam plays a vital role in the failure of the gravity dam. In the present work finite element analysis of the gravity dam for different opening shapes and sizes are studied. Koyna dam is considered for the analysis. Study of stress concentration and deformation generated in the dam is conducted in the present work. Two different …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Stabilization of Landslide Affected Soil Using Silica Fume Glass Fiber Powder and Sodium Silicate
Abstract: Highly swelling soils are present in many parts of Tamil Nadu and they are highly problematic in utilizing for the structural purpose. Numerous studies were conducted using several materials for stabilizing them; through literature study it’s found that a single material such as lime or cement is not suitable for stabilizing the concerned soil owing to several bottlenecks. In this study we had made an elaborate attempt to utilize manufactured …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 9–17 Read article
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Green synthesis of Copper nanoparticles using Ctenolepis garcini (Burm.f.) C.B Clarke.
Abstract: Copper nanoparticles, due to the excellent physical and chemical properties and low cost of preparation, have been of great interest in wide applications as heat transfer systems, antimicrobial materials, super strong materials, sensors and catalysts. The present study is a novel biological approach for the formation of copper nanoparticles using Ctenolepis garcinii (Burm.f.) C.B Clarke. Copper nitrate was made to reduce with aqueous solution of plant extract. UV-Visible spectrum showed …
Published in International journal of Nanobiotechnology · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–6 Read article