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Gender equality - A promise to attain sustainable development
Abstract: Abstract: “There are no passengers on the spaceship earth, we all are crew” says Marshall Macluhan. Some plays major roles, some minor – but we all together contribute significantly to achieve sustainable development. The term sustainability can be defined as promising one another not to damage or harm our natural resources, our rich culture and our healthy traditions. It is also about accepting the change – positive change and be …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 48–53 Read article
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Architectural Intervention in Conserving and Protecting Bidri Craft
Abstract: Art and Crafts are an integral part of any culture or tradition around the world. Every craft component has its own core identity. The art aspect can be learned but skill in any craft has to be transferred through hands-on. Among various crafts in India, Bidri art is one such art that is diminishing because of the economic and social conditions of the artisans. This art is a heritage art …
Published in International Journal of Architectural Heritage · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Climate Responsive Building Construction: An Analysis
Abstract: Climate is the prevailing meteorological condition in a given region. It is a measure of the average pattern of variation in elements such as temperature, humidity, solar radiation and wind over long periods of time. The design of pleasant buildings that safeguard physiological comfort of users is attained through an understanding of the climate and the human responsive systems. One of the greatest challenges facing human society in the 21st …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 11–15 Read article
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Challenges of Basic Infrastructural Provision to Building Sustainable Peri-urban Communities in Jos Metropolis, Nigeria
Abstract: The desire of goal 11 of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) is geared towards making cities inclusive, safe, resilience and sustainable. However, rapid urbanization of Jos metropolis has led to overflow of its population into peri-urban areas. These areas are swamped by low and medium income groups for housing developments resulting in spatial growth characterized by poor and lack of basic infrastructure that residents are forced to live without, thus, threatening …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 40–50 Read article
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Reinvigorating the Ipseity of Historic Town: Savanur, Karnataka Student’s Perspective Resilient Urban Morphology
Abstract: Urban insert is not simply a passive reaction to change. Kevin lynch defines the expression of sensing the place through five factors that contributes towards making of a city. The exercise of documenting first expressions of a town from people point of view which not initiated into lynch theories would be a good assertion of whether and how the theory holds good for traditional Indian towns. This study focuses on …
Published in International Journal of Urban Design · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 43–63 Read article
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Formulation of Form-Based Code to improve the livability of a neighbourhood - A case study and application on a major street in Anna Nagar, Chennai.
Abstract: Neighbourhood planning and redevelopment must ensure that it is healthy, sustainable and equitable by providing easy access to shops, services, schools, to nature and community. An efficient neighbourhood has to not only provide an affordable and good quality of life for residents of all age groups but should also be financially viable for developers. Hence, to ensure that redevelopment responds to revised community needs, a new thought process must be …
Published in International Journal of Urban Design · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 12–20 Read article
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Incorporating Street Vending in the Commercial Streets
Abstract: In India, in employment share the unorganized sector employs 83% of the work force and 17% in the organized sector. There are 92.4% informal workers in the economy. Street Vending is a part of Informal where the people with low skills and unemployed earn money for their daily livelihood. They were a form of a unorganized sector. The NSSO data reveals that nearly 200,000 women and 21,500 children are engaged …
Published in International Journal of Urban Design · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 28–39 Read article
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Neighbourhood Compatibility in Relation to Quality of life and Livability in Urban Areas
Abstract: In the last decades, there has been a significant increase in urbanization. According to the United Nations survey over 55% of the world live in urban areas.Since metropolitan regions are the epicentre of greater possibilities and living standards, there is a significant movement of individuals from ruralto urban areaswith increasing population in urban areas, challenges of better quality of life and livability of the residents are also inevitable. There are …
Published in International Journal of Urban Design · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 43–54 Read article
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Reflection of Modern Style in Residential Interiors
Abstract: Reflection of Modern Style in Residential interiors design is a synthesis of art, architecture, design, lifestyle and society. The advantages of the Bauhaus design school are the developer of modern style in interior design. Modern interior design trends include Scandinavia and minimalism, industrialism and industrial design. It focuses on simplicity, functionality and comfort. In addition, the visual effects created by different object textures and texture variations help achieve an even …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 48–62 Read article
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FACTORS AFFECTING RESIDENTS’ SATISFACTION IN PRIVATE AND PUBLIC HOUSING ESTATES IN AKURE, NIGERIA
Abstract: Housing represents the most basic of human need and it has a profound impact on the health, welfare, and productivity of individuals. It can be publicly or privately owned. Public housing as a product of the direct state intervention in housing has generated much criticism globally including lack of amenities, poor maintenance, strained relationships between public housing residents and management. Similarly, private housing investors have been observed to have profit …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 12–26 Read article
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Guruthara: Inheritance of Indian Martial Arts
Abstract: Martial arts is a product of deep socio-cultural transformation. Its origin story goes backward to the pre-historic times where certain people strengthened their fighting instincts to safe guard there people from potential threat and as we started building settlements during agricultural revolution around 10000 BC, the system of fighting progressed. In Ancient and medieval times in India, Martial arts was a fundamental art to study and practiced by many classes …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 35–60 Read article
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The Use of Traditional Materials and Natural Resources: A Case of Goan Houses in India
Abstract: Traditional architecture is a code of good manners and practices. It is much more than a style, that has no parallel in the urban world. Indian traditional architecture has remained a testimony to the ancient wisdom which we had had inherited from our ancestors. Traditional architecture has been referred as school of sustainability. The elements of environment like water, air, solar system, forest resources, etc. They are valuable and big …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 33–43 Read article
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Assessment of Solar Energy Acceptability Using Kolmogorov-Smirnov Distribution Test and Single Factor One-Way Analysis of Variance
Abstract: Extensive study has been carried out on the assessment of acceptability of solar energy as an alternate efficient energy management option. The study area was limited to Port Harcourt city in Rivers State. The study population was grouped into two categories being shop-owners and residential occupants within the study area. Random sampling technique was applied for data collection with structured questionnaires as the major instrument used for data collection. The …
Published in International Journal of Renewable Energy and its Commercialization · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 24–34 Read article
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Isolation Technique in Bridge, Building
Abstract: Seismic Isolation is simple structural design approach to mitigate or reduce earthquake damage potential. It is easiest to see the principle at work by referring directly to the most widely used of these advanced techniques, known as ‘Base Isolation’. A base isolated structure is supported by a series of bearing pads, which are placed between the buildings and building foundation. Base isolation has now been used in numerous building in …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Study on Rural Infrastructure availability and wellbeing in Karisalkulam Village
Abstract: Rural development is the process of developing rural areas through improving the quality of living for rural people. Development not only means technology and education but also gaining and accepting ability of culture to adopt the new era to compete with the outer world. The planning and strategies for rural development are mainly concerned with Gram Panchyats, schools, higher educational institutes, industries and labor needs. The aim of this study …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 25–34 Read article
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Evaluation of Green Rating System for Building
Abstract: Civil Industry is a rapidly growing industry in this is due to the country's huge economic, social, and infrastructural development. This development of the construction industry leads to a negative impact on the environment and harms human beings. Hence, to reduce this the concept of ‘Green Building Technology is put forward in recent years. Green Building Technology is a rating system adopted worldwide which provides unique guidelines to make construction …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 39–45 Read article
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Information Management System: A Review
Abstract: ABSTRACT There were various issues related with received manual techniques to oversee understudy data in schools, universities, and so on., these pursued controls made delay in the conveyance of administrations understudies, mistakes in the consummation of undertakings, etc. Another framework structured and actualized to tackle most of the issues and impediments coming about because of the utilization of the old strategies and systems. Keywords: Database management system, Student Information Management …
Published in International Journal of Distributed Computing and Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 14–16 Read article
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Enhancing Hearing Accessibility Through IoT: A Review of Smart Hearing Device
Abstract: The challenges faced by individuals with hearing impairments extend beyond the actual loss of hearing and highlight a broader issue of communication barriers. Traditionally, it is assumed that individuals with hearing impairments would struggle with lip-reading and speaking, and therefore, they would benefit from using sign language and attending specialized schools to communicate with others. However, leveraging cutting-edge voice-to-text recognition technology could significantly narrow the gap between the hearing and …
Published in International Journal of Distributed Computing and Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 11–17 Read article
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Analysis of Virtual or Remote Laboratories of IITs
Abstract: This paper is about virtual labs challenge of Ministry of Human resource development, authorities of India. The idea of virtual laboratory is to provide a danger to perform experiments the usage of the internet and visual aids without having the equipments at their quit. The digital lab software gives a completely unique opportunity to enhance the first-rate of engineering schooling, deepen information, and provide the necessary practical competencies to young …
Published in International Journal of Image Processing and Pattern Recognition · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 19–25 Read article
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Need of Face-Mask Detector Model to Tackle COVID-19 Situation in India
Abstract: The COVID - 19 epidemic is affecting everyone whether rich or poor, strong or weak. The use of a mask can surely aid in the control of the spread of the virus. This becomes even more important for a country like India where the total population is above 135+ crores and due to lockdowns and various other reasons, a huge percentage of the population has dipped below the poverty line …
Published in International Journal of Image Processing and Pattern Recognition · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 13–22 Read article