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78 articles for “yield optimization”
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Technical Insights into the Industrial Synthesis and Production of Ten Prominent Plant Growth Regulator Molecules: Process Flow and Mass Balance Determination
Abstract: Plant Growth Regulators (PGPRs) are indispensable tools in modern agriculture, offering precise control over various aspects of plant development and enhancing crop productivity. While their diverse applications are widely recognized, detailed technical insights into their industrial manufacturing processes, including synthesis routes, process flow, and mass balance, are often limited. This manuscript addresses this gap by presenting a comprehensive technical analysis of the industrial synthesis and production of ten prominent PGPR …
Published in International Journal of Analytical and Applied Chemistry · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 Read article
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Unity in Diversity: How Constituents Create Better Composites
Abstract: Composite materials have changed modern engineering by combining the bestqualities of their individual parts to make something stronger, lighter, and moredurable than any one part could be on its own. This paper examines the notionof "unity in diversity" concerning composite materials, highlighting how theamalgamation of distinct constituent phases—usually a matrix and areinforcement—yields synergistic qualities that single-phase materials cannotachieve. The matrix holds the reinforcement in place and protects it, while thereinforcement …
Published in International Journal of Composite and Constituent Materials · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 Read article
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Unity in Diversity: How Constituents Create Better Composites
Abstract: Composite materials have changed modern engineering by combining the bestqualities of their individual parts to make something stronger, lighter, and moredurable than any one part could be on its own. This paper examines the notionof "unity in diversity" concerning composite materials, highlighting how theamalgamation of distinct constituent phases—usually a matrix and areinforcement—yields synergistic qualities that single-phase materials cannotachieve. The matrix holds the reinforcement in place and protects it, while thereinforcement …
Published in International Journal of Composite and Constituent Materials · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 Read article
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A Comparative Study of Ceramic Foam Filtration Methods in Metal Casting
Abstract: Ceramic foam filtration has emerged as a revolutionary technology in the metal casting industry, significantly enhancing the quality of cast products by effectively removing inclusions and impurities from molten metal. This study provides a comprehensive examination of the mechanisms underlying ceramic foam filtration, focusing on the interactions between the molten metal and the ceramic filter material. Various types of ceramic foams, including alumina, zirconia, and silicon carbide, are analyzed for …
Published in International Journal of Analytical and Applied Chemistry · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 21–27 Read article
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Assessment of Depth of Girder of Railway Bridge
Abstract: The depth of a railway bridge girder is primarily determined by the span of the girder. The load exertedon the girder by passing trains induces a bending tendency, which is counteracted by the girder'sthickness or depth. This structural depth is crucial in neutralizing the bending moments and ensuringthe stability and safety of the bridge. Furthermore, the calculated depth or thickness of the girder mustbe validated against permissible deflection limits to …
Published in International Journal of Transportation Engineering and Traffic System · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Design Optimization of Water Injection Module of Topside Facility of an FPSO
Abstract: Analysis, design and construction of offshores structures are the most challenging tasks in the field of ocean engineering. This work presents a method of designing topside facility of an FPSO by considering all possible environmental loading along with the loading during transportation, lifting and placing. Of all the loads wave loading is the most prominent which has been estimated using a 3D computational fluid dynamics code based on finite volume …
Published in International Journal of Structural Mechanics and Finite Elements · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 1–14 Read article
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Extraction,Characterization and Optimization of pectin from Banana peel by using Acid Extraction
Abstract: This paper basically focused on the production of pectin from banana peel, an agricultural waste. The production process used in this work was raw material collection from Hawassa City, and characterizing the raw material for its physic-chemical composition. The raw material was prepared and grinded to a averageparticle size of 0.25mm after drying at a constant temperature of 600C. The extraction of oil from the banana peel was conducted using …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 27–48 Read article
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Selection of Gear Materials Using MCDM-TOPSIS Approach
Abstract: Materials selection are a key issue in the optimal design of the industrial product. Material selection is a difficult and subtle task because of an immense number of different available materials. Increasing demand for gears in the different field of applications has forced manufacturers to design and develop gears which compete in the global market and satisfy the user requirements as well as environmental conditions. Various attributes of gear materials …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 10–15 Read article
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Production of Waste Animal Bone as a Heterogeneous Solid Base Catalyst for Transesterification of Jatropha Oil
Abstract: Heterogeneous catalyst plays a vital role in transesterification process, especially in view of cost and reusability. In this study, heterogeneous solid base catalyst was prepared by impregnating the waste animal bone with different weight percent (wt%) KOH solution followed by drying and calcination at 900 °C for 3 hr. Having screened the catalytic performance and basicity of animal bone loaded with different K-compounds, 12 wt% KOH loaded on animal bone …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Separation Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 28–48 Read article
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Studies on Extraction, Modelling and Purification of Quercetin from Peel of Allium cepa
Abstract: ABSTRACT Quercetin is an anti-oxidant, which very efficiently scavenges highly reactive biological species such as peroxynitrite and hydroxyl radical. Quercetin belongs to the flavonoid’s family. The present studies on optimization of physico-chemical parameters like effects of different solvents, different solvent percentages, particle size, pH and extraction time for the extraction of quercetin was studied. The highest quercetin concentration for optimized conditions was 38 µg/ml. In the soxhlet extraction process, the …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 3–11 Read article
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Single-Electron System of the Group 2 Elements:A Comparative Investigation
Abstract: This study presents a comparative investigation of the single-electron systems in group 2 elements, withthe primary objective of understanding the underlying trends in ionization energy, chemical reactivity,spectral lines, and radial probability distributions. The purpose of this research is to elucidate howthese properties evolve as one moves down the group, from beryllium (Be) to radium (Ra), and toexplore the implications for theoretical models and practical applications. One of the key problemsaddressed …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–17 Read article
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Investigation of Effect of Clearance between Die and Punch in Deep Drawing Process
Abstract: Deep drawing is one of the significant manufacturing methods used to create automotive parts. The popular execution of process yields when product has minimum defects. Die design, punch nose radius, punch velocity, blank holder force and friction are the main parameters affecting product quality in deep drawing. Clearance between die and punch also plays an important role in deep drawing process. In this research article clearance has been varied from …
Published in International Journal of Metallurgy and Alloys · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Supercritical Fluid Extraction: Mechanisms, Applications, and Recent Developments
Abstract: Supercritical Fluid Extraction (SFE) is an advanced and versatile separation technique that harnesses the unique properties of supercritical fluids (SCFs) to extract a wide variety of compounds from both solid and liquid matrices. Supercritical fluids, which are substances at a temperature and pressure above their critical points, possess both liquid-like density and gas-like viscosity, making them highly effective solvents for extraction processes. This review delves into the underlying mechanisms of …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Separation Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 Read article
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Evaluate the Performance of Hybrid System for Indore Climate
Abstract: A Hybrid Renewable Energy System (HRES) combines multiple types of renewable energy technologies, such as wind and solar power. The primary application of these systems is to supply electricity to remote areas, including villages and islands, where no other power generation methods are available, particularly in climates similar to that of Indore. This study provides essential information about the operational methodology and other characteristics of HRES. This paper assesses the …
Published in International Journal of Renewable Energy and its Commercialization · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 Read article
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Effect of Soil pH on the Germination and Growth of Triticum aestivum (Wheat) and Zea mays (Maize)
Abstract: Because of its effects on nutrient availability, microbial activity, and the solubility of hazardous elements, all of which can have a substantial impact on crop productivity, soil pH is a crucial factor determining plant growth and development. Understanding how different pH levels affect the vegetative growth of crops is crucial for optimizing agricultural practices. This study examines the impact of soil pH – acidic, neutral, and alkaline – on the …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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A Modified Memetic Particle Swarm Optimization Algorithm for Sustainable Multi-objective Scheduling of Automatic Guided Vehicles in a Flexible Manufacturing System
Abstract: In the present work, a modified memetic particle swarm optimization (MMPSO) algorithm was applied for a sustainable multi-objective scheduling of automatic guided vehicles AGVs in a flexible manufacturing system (FMS). To achieve sustainable scheduling results for AGVs in FMS, it is imperative to integrate the work center schedule with the AGV schedule, and thereafter, minimize their distance travel and back-tracking in the FMS facility. The work center schedule in the …
Published in International Journal of Computer Aided Manufacturing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 33–47 Read article
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Fabrication of a Novel and Efficient Radiation Grafted Functionalized Polymer Adsorbent and Investigation of its Applicability in the Adsorptive Removal of Cr (VI) Ion from Aqueous Solution
Abstract: The grafting of glycidyl methacrylate (GMA) onto non-woven polyethylene (PE) fabric was accomplished using a radiation-initiated grafting technique. The grafted textiles were allowed to react using triethylamine to create functioning amine groups. Upon bond formation yield, the impact of grafting intensity has been examined. Utilizing the appropriate technologies, such as FTIR, TGA, and SEM, the adsorbents were rigorously examined. There was evidence of GMA grafting and diamines according to FTIR, …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 1–15 Read article
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Revolutionizing Nanoparticle’s Synthesis Through Green Chemistry: A Brief Review
Abstract: Abstract Nanotechnology has experienced remarkable strides in response to the pressing need for environmentally friendly synthesis routes, with a paramount focus on minimizing deleterious by-products. This paradigm shift has galvanized researchers to delve into green biotechnology alternatives, harnessing the potential of plant extracts to reduce metal ions efficiently and yield green nanoparticles. These resultant nanoparticles not only showcase significant potential as antimicrobial agents but also hold profound implications for advancements …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 26–37 Read article