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Simulation of Syngas Production from Rice Straw Gasification over Zeolite Catalyst using Aspen Plus
Abstract: A comprehensive process model is developed to simulate syngas production from Rice strawGasification over zeolite catalyst using an Aspen Plus simulator. The model is based on Niko andMahinpey model and some modifications were made in the gasification reaction model. Two caseswere stimulated which are catalytic gasification and non-catalytic gasification to test the impact ofzeolite catalyst on the reaction. Comparisons were based on the basis of flowrate, energyconsumption and effect of …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Synthesis and Chemical Reactions · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 11–17 Read article
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Experimental Study on Synthesis of Shear Thickening Fluid
Abstract: A novel class of nanosuspension material called shear thickening fluids (STFs) are created by dispersing micro- and nanoparticles in a dispersant. It is an intelligent material with excellent performance. When a modest shear rate is used, STFs are easily distorted. A material with noticeably improved characteristics is produced by this mixture (STF) of flowable and rigid components at a certain composition. Silica nanoparticles dispersed in a liquid polymer solution were …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Synthesis and Chemical Reactions · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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A study of mesomorphic properties of Rod shaped 1, 2, 4-triazine integrated imine compounds
Abstract: Synthesis of typical rod-like liquid crystals has a great interest in numerous applications. The model has a terminal chain attached to only one end of the central rigid core. At the other end of the rigid core is a functional group that can be either polar or nonpolar. There are three kinds of rod-like liquid crystal, in this segment applies specifically to materials with template designs. Generally, terminal groups which …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Synthesis and Chemical Reactions · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 16–25 Read article
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Electrotrophs that Thrive in High Temperatures for the Microbial Electrosynthesis of Organic Materials (Microbial Electrosynthesis)
Abstract: Electrotrophs are a type of microorganism that can use electrons as an energy source for metabolic processes, such as the synthesis of organic compounds. This makes them ideal for use in microbial electrosynthesis (MES), a technology that harnesses these organisms to produce valuable chemicals and fuels from carbon dioxide and other renewable sources. Microbial electrosynthesis is a viable technique for converting carbon dioxide to various organic products and transportation fuels, …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Synthesis and Chemical Reactions · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 30–35 Read article
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Investigation on Stability Analysis of Polanga oil Methyl Ester
Abstract: Biodiesel is a renewable alternative fuel and consists of mono-alkyl esters of the fatty acids. One of the major technical problems associated with the biodiesel is its storage stability and susceptibility to oxidation because of its chemical nature. This nature of the biodiesel is due to unsaturated fatty acid chains in its molecular structure. Also, the presence of the double bond in the molecule of the biodiesel produces a high …
Published in International Journal of Renewable Energy and its Commercialization · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 16–23 Read article
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Passive Capillary Flow of Dyed Aqueous Ethanol in the Leakage-Free PMMA Microchannel
Abstract: A single polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) microfluidic device is fabricated by the maskless lithography, hot embossing lithography and direct bonding technique. This device is tested by dyed aqueous ethanol (10% ethanol, 90% dyed water) in leakage-free condition. The passive capillary flow of dyed aqueous ethanol is recorded by a CMOS camera catching 25 frames per second. This work will be useful in commercial bioengineering applications. Keywords: Passive capillary flow, PMMA, Aqueous ethanol, …
Published in International Journal of Renewable Energy and its Commercialization · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 12–14 Read article
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Development of Efficient Electrode and Design of Microbial Fuel Cell to Generate Electricity from Waste Water
Abstract: The study was focused on the development of composite electrodes and design of Continuous Microbial Fuel Cell to generate electricity from waste water. The electrodes were developed with different combinations of catalysts using phase inversion technique. In MFC Nafion 117 membrane was used as a proton exchange membrane and sewage waste water as substrate for the E.coli bacteria, which decomposes the organic matter and produces electrons. Different combination of electrodes …
Published in International Journal of Renewable Energy and its Commercialization · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 7–18 Read article
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Effect of Compression Pressure on the Strength and Fuel Properties of Maize Cob Briquettes
Abstract: Biomass can be densified under a high compression pressure or a low compression pressure. The type of raw material, moisture level, particle size, and form typically all influence how much pressure should be used. This study utilized maize cobs and waste paper pulp to produce briquettes which are seen as alternative fuels. The goal was to determine how compression pressure affected the strength and fuel characteristics of the briquettes that …
Published in International Journal of Renewable Energy and its Commercialization · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 16–24 Read article
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AN OVERVIEW OF OPERATION SYSTEM ORDER FOR DC- DC CONVERTER USING PULSE- WIDTH MODULATION
Abstract: To achieve the continuous power transmission, the behavior of dc-dc converter using pulse width modulation technique need to be analyzed in different operation modes. In this paper, review of operation system order for dc-dc converter using PWM that controls the power flow path between the source, load and the battery was done. The generator voltage, input frequency and loads demand with several operating states and control strategies are reviewed. The …
Published in International journal of Thermodynamics and Chemical Kinetics · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 38–44 Read article
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Review on Preparation and Applications of Formazan Compounds
Abstract: The objective of the survey designated in this study is to predict the redox-active feature of formazan derivatives. To realize this purpose, preparation processes and investigation approaches of the formazan derivatives are developed. The redox properties of formazan derivatives were identified via electrochemical approaches and the first samples of isolated and well-investigated formazan products are designated in this review. Formazan derivatives (as a dyes) are synthetic chromogenic yields of the …
Published in International journal of Thermodynamics and Chemical Kinetics · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 23–33 Read article
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Development of Biokinetic Model for Crude Oil Remediation using Neem-Water-Alcohol Root Extracts
Abstract: Model was developed to examine the degradation of crude oil in different soil environment using Neem roots extract subjected in fermentation for a period of one week. The Neem roots extract of 500g and 600g was used in carrying out the research work and both was extracted from fermented Neem roots in alcohol medium. The reaction mechanism was tested using first order rate constant with Neem treatment in both solvent …
Published in International journal of Thermodynamics and Chemical Kinetics · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–15 Read article
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Effect of Benzene Ring on Thermodynamic Parameters of Three Mono Azo Disperse Dyes on Nylon Fabric (Sudan I, Ii And Iv)
Abstract: In this study, three dyes - Sudan I, Sudan II, and Sudan IV - were tested for their performance on nylon fabric at different temperatures (50oC, 70oC, and 100oC). The thermodynamic properties of the dyes, including the partition coefficient (K), percentage dye exhaustion (%E), standard enthalpy change, standard affinity change, and standard change in entropy, were examined. The findings showed that the values of the thermodynamic parameters for the dyes …
Published in International journal of Thermodynamics and Chemical Kinetics · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 01–06 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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Evaluation of Strength in Natural Bricks by Using Mineral Admixtures
Abstract: In the construction field nowadays substructures and superstructure are adopted by bricks only for the framed type of structure and also load bearing wall adopted for bricks in super structure works. Last four decades in our Tamil Nadu more number of bricks were used for the buildings. In this work, it is decided to design an alternate to clayey soil with addition of stabilisers such as fly ash, rice husk …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 85–89 Read article
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Strength and Durability Characteristics of Stabilized Compressed Laterite Soil Bricks
Abstract: In this experimental investigation the required numbers of test bricks were moulded for the various percentage proportionate of laterite soil, such as, 91%, 90%, 89%, and 88%, stabilized with various percentage of cement stabilizer viz 4, 5, 6 and 7%, respectively, along with 5% addition of sand constantly; compacted with a hydraulic press paver block and brick making machine. Based on the obtained results laterite soil bricks can be used …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 58–64 Read article
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To Study About Use of Plastic Waste in Flexible Road Construction
Abstract: The plastic wastes can be used in road construction and the field tests endured the stress and proved that the plastic wastes used after proper processing as a preservative would enhance the lifespan of the roads and also solve environmental problems. Plastic use in road construction is not new. It is already in use as PVC or HDPE pipe mat passages built by mending composed of PVC (polyvinylchloride) or HDPE …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 12–17 Read article
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Design and Construction of an Excavation Supported by Temporary Soldier-Pile Wall for Urban Road Corridor
Abstract: This study addresses a temporary shoring system design used in the construction of an urban road corridor in four areas, with a total length of about 93 m and excavation heights of 5.2 m and 8.5 m. A comparison was made between the original design and a present study. The first condition was calculated manually following Brazilian standards, while the last one was made through computational programs, following the recommendations …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 36–63 Read article
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Clash Detection in Appropriate Technology Building Using Building Information Modelling (BIM)
Abstract: Building Information modelling (BIM) is a highly efficient software in Architecture, Engineering and construction (AEC industry). Clash detection technique is used to minimize the error as well as to minimize the cost and time. Especially in 2D drawings, lots of problems emerges at the time of execution. One of the best tools used in this project is clash detection tool which coordinates the building system in 3D models. This clash …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 15–24 Read article
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Impact of Sugarcane Molasses on Compressive Strength and Workability
Abstract: Molasses used as admixture increase the workability, it is a by-product of sugar industry. In this study, mechanical property such as compressive strength and workability of concrete adding fly ash and sugarcane molasses has been investigated. Adding the molasses in concrete increase the compressive strength, delay the initial and final setting time, reduced the bleeding and segregation of concrete and decrease the W/C ratio. The compressive strength test results showed …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Mathematical Model for the Predictionof Compressive Strength of High Performance Concrete (HPC) Containing Saw Dust Ash and Superplasticizer
Abstract: This paper examined the prediction of compressive strength of High Performance Concrete (HPC) containing Saw Dust Ash (SDA) and Conplast SP 430 (superplasticizer), using Osadebe’s regression theory.The model developed was tested for adequacy at 95 % level of confidence using F-Statistic and was found to be reliable. A computer program written in visual basic 6.0 based on the model formulated was invoked for quick prediction of the mix ratios corresponding …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 15–28 Read article