Ephraim Suhir, Portland State University, United States
The probabilistic design for reliability (PDfR) concept in electronics and photonics (EP) materials science and engineering is addressed. It is based on 1) highly focused and highly cost-effective failure oriented accelerated testing (FOAT), aimed at understandin [....] » Read More
Title : A correlation between nanotechnology and renewable energy
Yarub Al Douri, American University of Iraq, Iraq
The 21st century calls for nanotechnology researches. However, the potential for the technologies today is limited by high capital costs, low production rates and limited control. Breakthroughs in nanotechnology research could accelerate the development and implementation of the [....] » Read More
Title : Improving interlayer bonding and strength in 3D-printed thermoplastics
Atefeh Golbang, Ulster University, United Kingdom
One of the biggest drawbacks in additive manufacturing of thermoplastic parts using Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) is the relatively low mechanical properties such as strength and Young’s modulus compared with parts manufactured using conventional methods such as injection [....] » Read More
Title : Effect of Ni/Mn ratio on magneto structural coupling and magneto caloric effect in MnCoGe alloys
Najam ul Hassan, University of education, Pakistan
The magnetostructural coupling in off-stoichiometric MnCoGe alloys is realized through tuning the Mn/Co ratio, and it results in a significantentropy change (up to -30.8 J·K-1·kg-1) and wide Curie-temperature window (up to 96 K). Two scenarios have been studied, i.e [....] » Read More
Title : CuO-ZnO based hybrid system: a durable and efficient electrocatalyst for oxygen reduction reaction
Debashis Mahato, Indian Institute of Technology, India
Energy security and environmental pollution are the two most discussed topics in recent times in the research community. Environmental degradation is a significant concern nowadays due to the extensive use of fossil fuels. Also, the depletion of fossil fuels is a matter of conc [....] » Read More
Title : S, N co-doped graphene quantum dots modified TiO2: an excellent electrocatalyst for oxygen reduction reaction
Debashis Mahato, Indian Institute of Technology, India
Energy security and environmental pollution are the two most discussed topics in recent times in the research community. Environmental degradation is a significant concern nowadays due to the extensive use of fossil fuels. Also, the depletion of fossil fuels is a matter of concer [....] » Read More
Title : Bitter Gourd pericarp derived porous activated carbon for high energy density supercapacitor devices
Aparna M L, Indian Institute of Technology, India
The rapid growth of the human population and the ever-increasing demand for energy resources have resulted in massive consumption of fossil fuels. This has also led to associated harmful impacts on the environment. Current energy demand has triggered a shift towards environmental [....] » Read More
Title : Synergistic behavior between the nanounits of gold nanoparticles/2-D matrix of layered double hydroxides heterostructures for facilitating plasmonic catalysis
Carja Gabriela, Gheorghe Asachi University of Iasi, Romania
Solar-to-chemical energy conversion by plasmon-driven photocatalysis is one of the sustainable approaches for energy production. Plasmonic metal nanoparticles (NPs) are characterized by their strong interactions with electromagnetic radiation (for example, photons) through an exc [....] » Read More
Title : Electrical Impedance Analyzer: Recent technique for biomaterial characterization
Payal Bhardwaj, University of Mysore, India
The development of new biomaterials and their understanding and characterization in terms of greater quality is an important area of concern and also new methods and tools to characterize biomaterials that are cost effective, have always been on researchers focus. Application of [....] » Read More
Title : Self-leveling screeds with enhanced thermal properties for radiant floor systems
Guilherme Ascensao, University of Aveiro, Portugal
Radiant floor heating systems have become increasingly popular over the last decade and demand is forecasted to continue to grow driven by evermore stringent construction codes, increasing demand for energy-efficient building materials, and need to reduce buildings’ operati [....] » Read More
Title : Numerical study of iron ore reduction in MIDREX Shaft
Sunil Yadav, IIT, India
Traditional ironmaking is responsible for the emissions of greenhouse gases, leading to major environmental problems caused by the enormous amount of CO2. Reducing CO2 emissions and energy consumption is one of the most important issues in recent decades. It has been proven [....] » Read More
Title : Biomaterial functionalized graphene-magnetite nanocomposite: a novel approach for simultaneous removal of anionic dyes and heavy-metal ions
Baskaran Ramalingam, CSIR-Central Leather Research Institute, India
Despite of immense application potential of graphene in wastewater treatment, the colloidal stability, aggregation and recyclability remains a major challenge. To address this issue, we report biomaterial functionalized graphene-magnetite (Bio-GM) nanocomposite as a novel recycla [....] » Read More
Title : Pyridinic N anchored Ag and Au hybrids for detoxification of Organic pollutants
Naveen Kumar Reddy Bogireddy, National Autonomous University of Mexico, Mexico
The development of highly reusable, non-toxic catalyst for the effective removal of 4-nitrophenol (4-NP) from marine water is a key challenge due to its diverse effects on living organisms. Herein, in situ green fabricated pyridinic N anchored Ag2O/Au decorated porous s [....] » Read More
Title : Ingot size effects during manufacturing and forging low density steels
Idurre Kaltzakorta, TECNALIA RI, Spain
To comply with strict policies on improving fuel economy and reducing CO2 emissions, the automotive industry is working to reduce car weight without penalising passenger safety. One of the strategies used to achieve this is to use lighter materials, and one option in this strateg [....] » Read More
Title : Magnetization thermal stability in magnetic nanowires for nanodevices memory
Mohammed Al Bahri, A'Sharqiyah University, Oman
The domain wall (DW) random switching in planar magnetic nanowires is one of the crucial problems for storage data applications. Hence, a micromagnetic simulation was used to investigate the transverse domain wall (TDW) nucleation in the thinner and narrower nanomagnetic devices [....] » Read More
Title : Novel marine antifouling coatings inspired by corals
Huichao Jin, Jilin University, China
Biofouling refers to the attachment of fouling organisms (e.g., bacteria, algae, and barnacle) on wetted surfaces. This is a significant problem globally because fouling organisms that grow on marine vessels promote surface deterioration, damage propellers, and increase drag, lea [....] » Read More
Title : Conducting Polymer Nanostructures for Visible Light-Driven Photocatalysis: Mechanisms, Challenges, and Design Strategies
Srabanti Ghosh, CSIR India, India
Energy harvesting from solar light employing nanostructured materials offer an economic way to resolve environmental issues.1 In the last decades, photocatalysis has been demonstrated to be one of the most promising approaches to environmental remediation as well as in the fuel p [....] » Read More
Title : Optimization of the synthesis process of the nanomaterials onto the various substrates
Ali Mianehro, Amirkabir University, Iran (Islamic Republic of)
Following nanomaterials ordinary synthesis methods for synthesis on the substrates render high amount of the free-standing nanoparticles in the solution and low attachment efficiency onto the substrates. In addition, some synthesis methods need severe acidic-basic or thermal cond [....] » Read More
Title : Thermoelectrics near room temperature
Gunadhor Singh Okram, UGC-DAE Consortium for Scientific Research Indore, India
Major challenge today is the global warming apprehensions due to the destruction of the earth’s ecosystem from the harmful gases such as CO2 or SO2 and by-products released from numerous human activities. The global efforts today in this are to decrease systematically the u [....] » Read More
Title : Green and Highly Efficient method for Improving Interfacial behavior of Bamboo Fiber Reinforced Poly-?-hydroxybutyrate Biocomposites using Mussuel-Inspired Polydopamine with Biological Enzyme-catalyzation
Zhenghao Chen, Beijing Forestry University, China
As the “green” production trend has increased worldwide, it is popular and necessary to manufacture durable, eco-friendly and sustainable materials such as plant fiber reinforced biodegradable thermoplastic composites. However, the poor interfacial compatibility betwe [....] » Read More
Title : Confinement of antifouling substances in SiO2 nanocontainers
Laura Crociani, Italian National Council of Research, CNR, Italy
The degradation of stone materials is a challenging issue in the cultural heritage field: in particular microorganisms are among the most common agents of stone damage and great efforts have been made to improve the efficacy of antifouling treatments and at the same time to reduc [....] » Read More
Title : TRIBO-CORROSION ANALYSIS OF COMPOSITE COATING FOR MECHANICAL APPLICATIONS
Jitendra Kumar Katiyar, SRM Institute of Science & Technology, Kattankulathur, Chennai, India
Steels are the most widely used material in all industries that undergoes wear and corrosion. Further, rusting of material has caused many adverse effects and even fatal in some cases leading to machine failure and breakage. Therefore, it is necessary to reduce the corrosion and [....] » Read More
Title : Design of a smart wearable for human fall detection
T S Murugesh, Associate Professor. Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Government College of Engineering Srirangam,, India
This lecture addresses a potential concern faced by the majority of aged ones left unaccompanied at home. Nowadays the majority of the people are in a position to go for work leaving behind their aged parents all alone at home. Even at their work location, they continue to brood [....] » Read More
Title : Design of a wearable for suppression of hand tremors
T S Murugesh, Associate Professor. Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Government College of Engineering Srirangam,, India
Across the globe, it is estimated that millions of people are affected by several forms of degenerative neurological disorders; many of them being incurable. Parkinson's disease is one such progressive neurological disorder that incurs tremors, slowness of movement, gait and [....] » Read More
Title : Application of Reactive Metal Organic Framework (MOF) in High Temperature Bismaleimide Based Thermoset Polymers
S Shamim Rishwana, Kamaraj College of Engineering and Technology, India
Bismaleimides (BMI) is a high-performance thermosetting resin system that has a variety of characteristics, including strong thermal and mechanical stability, chemical resistance, water resistance, corrosion resistance and a comparatively cheap price. BMI is utilized in a multitu [....] » Read More
Title : Injectable hydrogels as drug delivery systems for cancer treatment.
Gabriela Rivera Hernandez, Universidad Nacional de Quilmes, Bernal, Argentina, Mexico
Cancer is one of the leading causes of death in the world, their treatment includes a combination of surgery, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy. Unfortunately, this combination is limited due to the heterogeneous manifestations of the disease, dose-related toxicity, and side effec [....] » Read More