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Experimental Investigation of the Ethno-medicinal Plant Leaf Polygonum chinense Linn
Abstract: Ethno-medicinal plants are a great source of herbal drugs. These plants have no side effect and are very effective. Therefore there is a tremendous increase in the interest of domestic manufacturers of herbal based medicines. Spectroscopic techniques can be employed for qualitative and quantitative analysis of plants leaf extract. Polygonum chinense Linn, also locally known as Modhu Huleng in Assam belongs to the family Polygonaceae. It is used as food …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 1, Issue 1-2, 2015 · pp. 18–21 Read article
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Lipoxygenase (LOX) enzyme activity ofwheat during grain filling period under conservation agriculture management
Abstract: For smooth and wider adoption of conservation agriculture (CA), remaining uncertainties about its impacts on quality crop yield need to be reduced through study of physiological performance. The objectives of this study were to examine the lipoxygenase (LOX) enzyme activity in flag leaves of wheat as an important factor influencing future grain quality during the grain filling period. This study, carried out over two consecutive wheat growth seasons (rabi season …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 1, Issue 1-2, 2015 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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A Simple Method for Estimation of Surface Transfer Impedance of Coaxial Cables as Per MIL STD 1377 for EMC Qualification
Abstract: In recent years, electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) problems associated with high frequency and high speed inter connects are becoming of increasing concern. Coaxial cables are a popular form of inter connect between intra- and intersystems and subsystems. Transfer impedance is a measure for assessing the shielding effectiveness of outer shield of a coaxial cable. In this paper, we proposed an easy and inexpensive method for estimating the surface transfer impedance (STI) …
Published in International Journal of Microwave Engineering and Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 31–38 Read article
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Synthesis and Characterization of Poly(etherdiphenylene terephthalamide)-Metal Complexes in Heterogeneous Medium
Abstract: Condensation of terephthalic acid and 4,4ʹ-diaminodiphenyl ether resulted in aminoterminated oligomeric poly(etherdiphenylene terephthalamide) (PODTA) using phosphorylation technique. Schiff base complexes of this polyamide were synthesized with salicylaldehyde and 2-hydroxy-1-naphthaldehyde complexes of Co(II),Ni(II) and Cu(II). All the synthesized polyamide as well as Schiff’s base complexes were characterized by elemental analysis, IR spectroscopy and magnetic susceptibility measurements. Thermal stabilities of ligand and its various complexes were compared by thermogravimetric analysis. While, Co(II) …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 13–19 Read article
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A Novel Energy-Efficient Min–Max Optimization (NEMO) With RSA Security in Wireless Sensor Networks
Abstract: A novel energy-efficient min–max optimization (NEMO) is proposed to improve the data delivery performance and provide security in WSN. The NEMO scheme is applied in the virtual grid environment to periodically collect the data from source node to the mobile sink through the cell headers. Here the movement of sink is in controlled fashion and collects the data from the border line cell headers. For efficient data delivery fruit fly …
Published in International Journal of Digital Communication and Analog Signals · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Single Phase Multistring Multilevel Inverter Topology for Distributed Energy Applications
Abstract: Distributed energy resources systems are little scale power generation used to give substitute arrangement or extra improvement of customary traditional electric power system. This paper is mostly focused on Single phase multilevel inverter for Distributed Energy Resources. The aim of this paper is to reduce switches with increase in multilevel outputs which intrinsically reduces the cost and harmonics. Seven level inverter requires six switches and thirteen level inverter requires 8 …
Published in International Journal of Power Electronics Controllers and Converters · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 25–36 Read article
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Design and Analysis of Rectangular Microstrip Patch Array Antenna for ISM Band Applications
Abstract: In this paper, we have achieved an efficient rectangular patch antenna with optimized parameters. Antennas are key components of any wireless system. A microstrip patch antenna (MPA) is a small size antenna used to process ultrahigh frequency signals. A microstrip antenna is commonly called as patch antenna and here we are using rectangular patch. The conducting patch can take any shape, but rectangular configurations are the most commonly used. The …
Published in International Journal of Microwave Engineering and Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Analysis of Impure and Pure Underground Water in Post Monsoon of Rewa City, MP, India
Abstract: Present papers to analysis of underground water in postmonsoon of Rewa city, Madhya Pradesh, India in a year of 2015. Most of the samples analyzed are within the prescribed limits as suggested by the World Health Organization (WHO), Indian Standard Institute (ISI) and BIS desirable limit. Seasonal variation in physical and chemical parameters like Temperature, Turbidity, Color, Odor, Taste, pH value, Total hardness, Calcium, Magnesium, Total alkalinity, chloride, Nitrate, Total …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Parents Knowledge about the Home Care Management of Children with Autism Disorder in Carunnai Special School, Puducherry
Abstract: The aim of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on level of knowledge among parents on home care management of children with autism disorder. The result reveals that the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on home care management of autism among parents of autistic children in the pretest mean level of knowledge were 11.40 and the standard deviation were SD is 3.241. Comparatively the post-test …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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A Case Study of the Krishna Bhir Slope Failure Disaster: Past and Present Scenario at a Glance
Abstract: The massive landslide disaster of Krishna bhir has been infamous for its dreadful consequences. This huge landslide in the region led to serious socio-economic and environmental disorders in the vicinity of the region, whose negative impacts were reflected soon in the capital city. In addition to the feeble geology, the blasting and drilling activities, rampant deforestation, heavy monsoon rain and the poor drainage are the engenders for weakening the natural …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 21–30 Read article
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Voltage Stability Index Based Critical Bus Ranking Incorporating IPFC under Single Transmission Line Outage Condition
Abstract: In this paper, Critical Bus Ranking (CBR) under normal loading and incremented loading condition in the system and the effect of incorporating Interline Power Flow Controller (IPFC) is compared. The same critical bus ranking is also computed under Single Transmission Line Outage (STLO) condition with and without incorporating IPFC. The proposed methodology has been tested on various standard systems, the results of IEEE 14 bus system is presented for understanding …
Published in International Journal of Electrical Power System and Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 12–19 Read article
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ANALYSIS AND DESIGN OF RECTANGULAR AND L-SHAPED COLUMNS SUBJECTED TO AXIAL LOAD AND BIAXIAL BENDING
Abstract: Next to rectangular and circular columns, L-shaped columns may be the most frequently encountered reinforced concrete columns, since they can be used as a corner column in framed structures. The behaviour of irregular shaped reinforced concrete columns has been a constant concern for a structural engineer, to design a safe and economic structure in modern buildings and bridge piers. L-shaped reinforced concrete column subjected to biaxial bending and axial compression …
Published in International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 15–22 Read article
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Solar Energy: Aid for Sustainability in Building Design
Abstract: The increase in urban population, during last couple of years and the pace of development in science and technology have moved parallel. These two activities have given birth to environmental degradation, and are closely knit together. According to UN, the proportion of world’s population living in urban areas shall be greater than the population of those living in rural areas. It is expected that almost all of the increase in …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 21–22 Read article
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Role of Community Participation in Achieving Equitable and Inclusive Development for Social Sustainability in India
Abstract: Abstract Social sustainability through effective community participation can lead to equitable and inclusive Development in India. The Mid-Term Appraisal of 11th Five Year Plan of the Ministry of Housing and Urban Poverty Alleviation, Government of India and the experience of Jawaharlal Nehru National Urban Renewal Mission (JNNURM) has demonstrated the need for adopting a process of change management that will ensure the sustainability of urban transformation. On the same lines, …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 12–20 Read article
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A Study of Suitability of Prefabrication for Affordable Urban Mass Housing In India
Abstract: Abstract This paper aims to point out the various aspects of prefabricated building methodologies suitable for affordable Indian housing by highlighting different prefabrication technologies, and the advantages achieved by their adoption. In Indian low rise affordable housing sector, the major building components are the foundation, walling, doors, windows, floors and roofing. These components can be easily prefabricated for ease/speed of construction and cost saving. Some total/partial system approaches are also …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Analysis of Supply System of Housing in India
Abstract: Housing is a basic need of human being. The importance of housing was universally accepted from the dawn of history. Even the Neolithic man (10,000 and 2000 B.C.) used to build habitation like pit dwellings, lake dwellings and beehive huts which were durable. With the advancement of civilization and development of knowledge, people became more particular about sanitation, environment, privacy, location of house, etc. Man becomes more conscious of better …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 35–44 Read article
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FIRE PERFORMANCE OF PLYWOOD TREATED WITH CHEMICAL SURFACE BARRIER
Abstract: Generally wood and wood based materials are combustible, easily ignitable, can propagate heat and flame spread, produce dense smoke in fires. These materials can be used in buildings as lining materials in spite of their inferior behavior in fire. To render them flame retardant, we studied & prepared a new chemical surface barrier which not only improves the flame retardancy of these materials but also makes them fire safe. The …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 26–34 Read article
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Appraising Residential Satisfaction Indicators in Emerging Cities of India (Case: Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh)
Abstract: The paper comprises of residential satisfaction parameters. The issue is subjective, as residential satisfaction alters with person to person and surroundings. For convenience we chose cities which were on verge of transformation into metropolitan cities. Research says, residential satisfaction is directly related to housing quality levels i.e. qualitative and quantitative both ways. Quantitatively, residential satisfaction is associated with the cost of living, location, social networks, public transport, and familiarity with …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Conceptual Framework for Slum Free City Planning: An Urban Environment Management Approach
Abstract: The status of the environment in an urban setting is a consequence of many interconnected factors. The local context characterized by existing natural resources, urban development & urban services, socio-economic structure and above all the population and demographic trends that influence the demand for these services. The status of current provisions of these services and the capacity of these services in relation to demand, determine the likely environmental impact. Ultimately, …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 9–25 Read article
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Mechanical Behaviour of Natural Reinforced Polymer Composites with Hybrid Additives
Abstract: The implementation of natural fibres is the fast approaching ‘green’ economy based materials that are used in polymer matrix composites that are intended to replace the conventional synthetic polymer composites. Being plenteous fundamentally, natural fibres have been existed the primary form of natural resources for centuries. Considering that mechanical properties of composites are strongly influenced by the quality of the fibre/matrix interface and with eco-friendly properties like excellent energy absorption, …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 7–12 Read article