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765 articles for “Functionality”
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Innovative Value Chain Development of Modified Starch for a Sustainable Environment: A Review
Abstract: Granular structure of starch is widely utilized in a variety of applications due to its universal abundance, relatively low cost, and ability to impart a broad range of functional properties to their products. However, most starches in their native form have limitations that make them less than ideal for the diversity of desired applications. For this reason, most of the starch utilized as a food or industrial ingredient is first …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 20–32 Read article
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Viscoelastic Properties of Polymer Nanocomposites with Polydispersity in Nanoparticle Sizes
Abstract: The viscoelastic properties of polymer nanocomposites are investigated as a function of the size distribution of nanoparticles, the nature of interactions and results are compared with the pure polymer melt. We modeled our PNCs with two sizes of nanoparticles and polymer blends and four different cases with different polymer-nanoparticle and nanoparticle-nanoparticle non-bonded interactions. We have observed the enhancement in properties is not only due to the addition of nanoparticles but …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 42–52 Read article
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Investigation on Catalyst Selection for Polymerization Processes in Petrochemical Industries
Abstract: Organic polymers are long-chain compounds made of several repeating units. These polymers are either natural, such as protein, cellulose, starch or synthetic, such as polyethylene (a plastic), polyesters and polyamides (plastics and fibers) and polybutadiene (rubber).Many organic compounds possessing multiple bonds have the tendency to polymerize in the presence of an initiator. Polymerization of these compounds can either be affected by the use of chemical initiators such as free radicals …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 12–16 Read article
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Performance Calculation of a Gas Plant Compressor Unit
Abstract: This research was centered on calculating the performance of a gas plant compressor unit which was achieved using Tunu Booster Station facility. The results shows that the ability of the compressor, isentropic efficiency and coefficient of performance of the compressor gave values of 33899kw, 0.83 and 1.2. The deviations from the existing plant values were 35.6%, 31.7% and 20% respectively. Other parameters that were considered and evaluated include the failure …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 13–24 Read article
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Evaluation of Adsorption Isotherm Parameters on Corrosion Rate of Metal using Water-Based Extracts as an Inhibitor in Acidic Medium
Abstract: The research showcases the evaluation of MCS metal corrosion rate in terms of the effect of temperature and adsorption isotherm parameters monitored using water-based extracts with the aim to predict the Gibb’s free energy characteristics on inhibition integrity of the metal sample in acidic medium of 1.0M of HCl The water-based extract used are Selaginella myosurus, SM and Pneumatopter is pennigera, GF and the inhibition performance with respect to temperature …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 14–25 Read article
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The History of Clock Mechanism
Abstract: Time is the temporal dimension of the world perceived by our human senses. The human experience of time is universal, thorough and immediate. Life, death, and time are related to each other in a complex manner, which is difficult to explain. Time is the principal of all forms of human knowledge and expression. Time has been defined in all great philosophies and religions. Time is connected with the functions of …
Published in International Journal of Mechanics and Design · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 37–43 Read article
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Review on the Mechanics of Lightweight 3-D Graphene Assembly
Abstract: The purpose of this paper is to improve the results of Recent advances in three-dimensional (3D) graphene assembly, it has shown how we can make solid porous materials which is lighter than air. In its two-dimensional form, graphene is thought to be the strongest of all known materials. But researchers until now have had a tough time decoding that two-dimensional strength into beneficial three-dimensional materials. It is possible that these …
Published in International Journal of Mechanics and Design · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 9–13 Read article
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Fracture and crack propagations in plates - A review
Abstract: The development and applications of the boundary based finite element technique for fractured mechanics analysis are reviewed. Also, some researchers used the complex variable method and least boundary allocation method. In this method, most researcher investigated the 2-D isotropic, anisotropic and orthotropic materials for makes different types of plate such like this rectangular and circular with various cracks and hole cut-outs and these plates are used different types of bi-axial …
Published in International Journal of Mechanics and Design · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 1–14 Read article
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Power and Precision Combined: Innovating the Grinding Industry with a Hybrid-Powered Grinding Mill
Abstract: In the present technology, Mechanical energy is used to operate grinding machines. Grinding machine is used to grind different types of materials. The sustainable source of energy is electric power. This assignment provides a clearer conceptualization of how to start up a modest sharpening machinery enterprise. This technique functions as a backup power source in areas without electric and when a single person only needs only a small quantity of …
Published in International Journal of Mechanics and Design · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 42–53 Read article
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Experimental Study of Twin Cylinder
Abstract: The experimental study conducted on a twin-cylinder engine offers valuable insights into the performance characteristics and operational behavior of this configuration. This research delves into the intricate dynamics governing twin-cylinder engines, focusing on parameters such as power output, fuel efficiency, emissions, and overall engine dynamics. Through meticulous experimentation and analysis, various operating conditions and load scenarios are explored to comprehensively understand the engine's behavior across different regimes. The experimental findings …
Published in International Journal of Mechanics and Design · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 33–48 Read article
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Fault Diagnosis of Helical Gear Box Using Variational Mode Decomposition with Naïve Bayes and Bayes Net Classifiers through Vibration Signals
Abstract: Gear is a very important machine component which finds use in most of the machines which requires some sort of power transmission or reduction. Unattended faults in gears can be catastrophic for the machine leading to halts in production and consequent economic loss. The requirement for a gear fault detection and diagnosis system is thus emphasized. Vibration signals are often used in fault diagnosis applications along with Fast Fourier transform …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 1–16 Read article
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Multi-class Fault Diagnosis of Rolling Element Bearing Based on Empirical Mode Decomposition and Entropy Features
Abstract: Rolling element bearings are one of the most commonly used machine elements in engineering industry. Fault detection and diagnosis of rolling element bearings is essential for prevention of malfunction and failure during operation. The present work deals with rolling element bearing fault diagnosis by using Support Vector Machine (SVM) and Artificial Neural Network (ANN). Four types of bearing conditions are considered in the present analysis: inner race fault (IR), outer …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 01–10 Read article
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Elements of Supply Chain Management: The Review
Abstract: Companies that learn how to improve management of their supply chain will become the new success stories in the global market place. Study on Benchmarking displays a significant cost differences between organizations that exhibit best-in-class performance and traditionally, Supply Chain Management (SCM) has been a melting pot of various aspects, with influences from logistics and transportation, operations management and materials and distribution management, marketing, as well as purchasing and information …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 33–35 Read article
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Parametric Appraisal for Compression Behaviour of Machine Made Carpet: Exploration of Taguchi Optimisation Techniques
Abstract: Carpets and rugs are mainly classified into two types as hand-made carpets and machine-made carpets, in present; various machine carpets are available produced with needling and bonding techniques. In this study, an attempt has been made to identify the significant factor affecting the compression behavior of machine made carpets manufactured by M-Tuft hi-tech machine with exploration of Taguchi robust design philosophy for quality and productivity characteristics optimization. Lower the better …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 16–22 Read article
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Effect of Pulsed Current Micro Plasma Arc welding parameters on Mechanical properties AISI 304 and AISI 430 dissimilar weld joint
Abstract: In the present work, two dissimilar AISI 304 and AISI 430 sheets of 0.4mm thick welded using Micro Plasma Arc Welding. Welding input parameters like peak current, base current, pulse rate and pulse width are considered and output responses like fusion zone grain size, hardness and ultimate tensile strength of the welded joint are considered. 31 experiments are performed as per Central Composite Design (CCD) design matrix of Response Surface …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 1–26 Read article
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Application of Response Surface Method in Studying the Properties of Micro-plasma Arc Welded AISI 904L Super Austenitic Steel
Abstract: Super austenitic steels play a major role in fabrication of corrosion resistance components which are subjected to severe corrosion. In the present work, super austenitic steel AISI 904L of 0.4 mm thickness is butt welded using Micro Plasma Arc Welding. Welding input parameters like peak current, base current, pulse rate and pulse width are considered and output responses like fusion zone grain size, hardness and ultimate tensile strength of the …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 1–17 Read article
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Properties in Materials for Car Frame Structure
Abstract: Selection of materials for car body frame ‘the body-in-white’ considers association of structural components. This context emphasizes competitive materials like aluminum and composites in place of steel for equivalent performances in area body panels. Continuous variation in legislation and competences of industrialists to competitive market have appeared to use functionally graded materials of additive properties like thermal transport and joining ease. Tubular shapes have encouraged production of stiff commercial auto …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 41–51 Read article
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Analysis of Mechanical Attributes of Nano clay Reinforced Polymer Composites
Abstract: Composite material provide a Higher and unique mechanical and physical attributes because of its combines the most unique attributes of its composition while underlying their least advantageous attributes . Composites have been widely used in various application starting from aerospace , Manufacturing plants , Electrical equipment's , Marine , Automotive ,Civil Infrastructure , Corrosive Environment’s ,Whereas the Epoxy which are the cured components of two chemical functional group namely polyepoxides …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 Read article
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Evaluation of Smart Materials for Smart Industrial Applications
Abstract: Over the past century, it is the matter of interest to create specialized materials that meet our specific needs for strength, durability, weight, flexibility & cost. Smart materials are those materials that have the intrinsic and extrinsic capabilities, first, to respond to stimuli and environmental changes and second, to activate their functions according to these changes. Smart materials are having ability to vary its shape consistent with the external stimulus …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 29–36 Read article
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Selection Criteria for a CAD System
Abstract: Computer aided design has become an important part of inventions and innovations these days. They help to accelerate and advance the development process. Today, in market, there are many CAD systems available on the basis of their functions and properties. Therefore, it becomes difficult to choose a CAD system for a particular job. This article is related to selection of appropriate CAD system for a job focusing on all influences …
Published in International Journal of Computer Aided Manufacturing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 31–33 Read article