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To Determine the Concentration of Paracetamol Solution by Calibration Curve Method Using UV-Visible Spectrophotometry
Abstract: A new method of spectrophotometric assessment in the UV-region has been developed for the analysis of acetaminophen in tablet form. This method, which uses Methanol and water as diluents, was developed and evaluated for the analysis of paracetamol. In spectrophotometric estimations, this does not reveal any interference. UV-Visible spectrophotometry is one of the most widely used techniques in pharmaceutical analysis. It comprises estimating the amount of UV or visible radiation …
Published in International Journal of Analytical and Applied Chemistry · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 45–51 Read article
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Pinch analysis of Cumene process using Aspen Energy Analyzer
Abstract: This article is divided into two parts. In the first part a process flow diagram for the production of cumene is designed with Aspen HYSYS. Cumene obtained is 98.78% pure and the designed plant is safe to environment with less emissions. In the second part heat exchanger networks (HEN) was developed for the process plant by performing pinch analysis using Aspen Energy Analyzer. Retrofit analysis was applied to find an …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 21–30 Read article
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Ethical Issues and Implementation Challenges of Artificial Intelligence in ICU Care: A Critical Nursing Perspective
Abstract: Background: The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Intensive Care Units (ICUs) is rapidly advancing, with AI showing potential to improve patient outcomes by enhancing monitoring, predicting deterioration, and optimizing clinical decision-making. Despite its promise, the implementation of AI in critical care environments raises ethical and practical concerns. This study aims to evaluate the impact of AI on ICU outcomes and explore the associated ethical and implementation challenges. Objective:To assess …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 Read article
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Energy assessment of residential building using passive strategies
Abstract: Energy efficiency in building requires specific type of building materials in the design and construction, improving building insulation and sealing performance and enhancing efficiency of heating systems to reduce energy consumption. The main aim of the project is to reduce the energy consumption, carbon emission, life cycle cost, annual operation cost of the building and residential envelope transmittance value. In this project, Autodesk AutoCAD, Autodesk Revit, IES VE & ECO-NIWAS …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 7–16 Read article
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Progressive Collapse of G+4, G+7, G+11 Building Subjected to Blast Load
Abstract: This project work presents the progressive collapse analysis of low rise mid rise and High rise RCC building for blast load. In structure due to the spread of local damage form one part to another part or proportionately big part of the structure gets collapsed in progressive collapse. Progressive collapse analysis is performed on low rise for G+4, medium rise for G+17 and high rise for G+22 building and its …
Published in International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 26–34 Read article
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Prediction of Perineal Trauma During Childbirth By Assessment of Striae Gravidarum Score
Abstract: Perineal trauma is a common complication during vaginal childbirth, often resulting in short- and long-term maternal morbidity. Early prediction of women at risk can aid in preventive strategies and improve maternal outcomes. Striae gravidarum, commonly known as stretch marks, are skin changes that occur during pregnancy due to hormonal, mechanical, and genetic factors. Recent studies have suggested that the presence and severity of striae gravidarum may be associated with the …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 11–23 Read article
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Evaluation of Machine Learning and Deep Learning Models for Classification Tasks on Crime Data: A Comparative Study
Abstract: The classification of crime data has grown more and more important for public safety and law enforcement due to the increasing demand for precise and effective predictive models. To classify crime data, this study assesses and contrasts the effectiveness of several machine learning (ML) and deep learning (DL) models, such as decision trees, support vector machines, neural networks, and convolutional neural networks. The study evaluates the models' accuracy, efficiency, and …
Published in International Journal of Digital Communication and Analog Signals · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–15 Read article
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An Evaluation of the Impact of Horticultural Therapy on Depression in Elderly Individuals Living in Assisted Living Facilities
Abstract: Objectives: To evaluate the degree of depression. The study aimed to evaluate the effects of horticultural therapy on depression and to explore the relationship between depression levels and selected demographic variables. Methods: A quantitative evaluative survey approach was employed, utilizing a quasi-experimental one-group pre-test–post-test design. The study focused on elderly individuals living in old age homes. A simple random sampling method was used to recruit a total of 60 participants. …
Published in International Journal of Geriatric Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 26–41 Read article
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A Descriptive study to assess the psychological impact and coping strategies of frontline nurses during the outbreak of Novel Corona virus disease 2019(Covid-19) at Covid-19 dedicated hospitals of New Delhi.
Abstract: Introduction: The pandemic has impacted not just physical health but also mental health and overall well-being. The psychological and emotional impact of Covid-19 is especially significant for healthcare workers, including nurses, due to their heightened exposure to the virus. This study was conducted to assess the psychological impact and coping strategies of frontline nurses involved in the care of covid-19 confirmed and suspected cases admitted in selected hospitals of Delhi …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 8–18 Read article
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Overview Of 3D Printing Technology with Different Materials and Applications
Abstract: The aim of the project is to perform thermal analysis of the 3D printed model using SOLIDWORKS 2018, create the frame using cutting and drilling machines, and combine all parts of the frame using fasteners and fire electrical connection. When the 3D printer is built, the thermal efficiency of brake discs produced from PLA (polylactic acid) and carbon filaments will be analyzed. Also, parameters that do not work in CURA …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 26–33 Read article
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Evaluating the Impact of an Educational Intervention on Understanding Leptospirosis Prevention Among Farm Workers in Rural Mysuru
Abstract: A pre-experimental study was conducted to evaluate the impact of a structured teaching program on the understanding of leptospirosis and its preventive measures among agricultural workers in selected rural areas of Mysuru. The study utilized a pre-test and a post-test design to assess the effectiveness of the teaching program. The structured teaching program was developed specifically to enhance knowledge about leptospirosis and its prevention among agricultural workers in these rural …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 15–19 Read article
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Application of Hybrid Wavelet Packet-ANN in Drought Forecasting
Abstract: Drought is the most catastrophic natural disaster that has disastrous effect on human beings, environment and ecology. It is the most frequent of all the natural hazards. In this study, an attempt has been made to forecast the drought using Artificial Neural Network (ANN) for a lead time of 1-month and 6-month. Further, the pre-processing of data has been carried out using Wavelet Packet transform (WPT) and then the pre-processed …
Published in International Journal of Water Resources Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 70–80 Read article
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Robot Kinematics and Neural Networks: A Summary
Abstract: The robot control problem can be divided into two main areas: kinematics control (coordinating the kinematics chain links to generate the robot’s desired motion) and dynamics control (driving the mechanism's actuator to obey the programmed positions and speeds). Further, the kinematics analysis is performed in two ways in robotics, with forward kinematics (FK) and inverse kinematics (IK). FK is defined as the mapping from joint space to Cartesian space (also …
Published in International Journal of Analog Integrated Circuits · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 40–45 Read article
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Experimental Investigation To Study the Effect of Heat Treatment on Mechanical Properties and Microstructure of Duplex Stainless Steel
Abstract: The broad aim of this paper is to study the enhancement in mechanical properties of duplex steel by thermomechanical processing. Solution annealing followed by water quenching, hot rolling to 10% and 30%, cryo-rolling to 80% and 90% and ageing at 600°C and 1000°C for 5 hrs were the treatments given. The cryo-rolled samples were used for impact testing and rest for tensile testing. Microstructural analysis was done after the various …
Published in International Journal of Mechanics and Design · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 32–42 Read article
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Analysis of Physical Properties and Fabrication of Silicon Carbide, Graphite and Fly Ash Reinforced Metal Matrix Composites
Abstract: In the present study, a modest effort has been made to produce aluminium based silicon carbide particulate MMCs with an objective to develop a conventional low-cost method of producing MMCs and to acquire homogenous dispersion of ceramic material. To achieve these objectives step-mixing method of stir casting technique has been adopted and subsequent property analysis is performed. Al 6351 has been reinforced by silicon carbide, graphite and fly ash material, …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 16–21 Read article
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Design Improvement of Window Air Conditioner Assembly Using DFMA Technique
Abstract: In this paper, the window air conditioner assembly is analyzed using design for manufacturing and assembly (DFMA) tool. Dewhurst and Boothroyd method is used to perform the analysis. The CAD models are done using CREO PARAMETRIC 2.0. DFMA tool provides the effective cost analysis for the product before manufacturing begins. The outcome of the research shows the increase in design efficiency and decrease in product cost for the redesigned product …
Published in International Journal of Computer Aided Manufacturing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 72–79 Read article
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Sub-structure Geometry Effect on Energy Absorption Ability of Hierarchical Honeycomb under Crushing
Abstract: Honeycomb structures are stiff and light weight composite structures which show good energy absorption. Hierarchical honeycomb structures which are bio-inspired innovative form of honeycomb structure, are used for energy absorption applications. The crashworthiness of hierarchical honeycomb structures is function of sub-structure geometry. In the present investigation, crushing of vertex based hierarchical honeycomb with regular polygonal (n=3, 6, 9, 12, 15) and circular substructures is analysed using nonlinear explicit finite element …
Published in International Journal of Structural Mechanics and Finite Elements · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–17 Read article
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Iranian medical students' knowledge about in hospital cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Abstract: Background: Information about medical student’s knowledge about cardiopulmonary resuscitation could be useful for preparing educational programs. However, little is known about Iranian medical students’ knowledge on cardiopulmonary resuscitation. So, the current study was conducted. Methods: This descriptive study was conducted in a medical school affiliated to Qazvin University of Medical Sciences. All students who passed one clinical term were invited to participate in our study. Students’ knowledge was measured using …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 77–81 Read article
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Perceived Knowledge regarding Braden Scale among Critical Care Nurses
Abstract: Background: Pressure ulcer is a common and traumatic health condition, especially in the elderly or physically impaired and most bedridden patients. More than 80% of a bedridden patient will always develop bedsores. The Braden scale is a widely used pressure ulcer risk assessment tool. The current study focuses on assessing the level of knowledge of critical care nurses on pressure ulcer prevention using the Braden scale. Methods: The researcher adopted …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 82–87 Read article
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Occupational Stress among Health Workers in Treatment of COVID-19 (Corona Virus) Infected Patients in Government Hospital at Chennai, India
Abstract: The aim of the present study was to evaluate occupational stress among health workers intreatment of corona virus infected patients in Government Hospital. A cross-sectional studywas conducted with health workers in the areas of nursing and medicine in treatment of coronavirus infected patients in Government Hospital at Chennai. The data were collected betweenDecember 2019 and April 2020 by a questionnaire of characterization and Job Stress Scale. Adescriptive and univariate analysis …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 0, Issue 0, 2020 · pp. 48s–55s Read article