Aluminum dross generated from scrap aluminum still involves considerable amount of metal aluminum with impurities of aluminum oxide, spinel, aluminum nitride, and so on. It is necessary to recover the metal aluminum and also to utilize the impurities. This paper introduces the to [....] » Read More
The nanoscaled SnO2, ZnO and SnO2-ZnO nanocomposite powders were prepared by microwave assisted ultrasonication technique by employing centrifuge for collection of dry powders of the materials. Fabrication of the thick films of the pure ZnO and SnO2-ZnO nanocomposite powders were [....] » Read More
This work is inspired by the comprehensive research conducted by our research group aimed at improving the efficiency of white light-emitting diodes compared to commercially available phosphor materials. Anions of the form BO33-, PO43-, and SO42- play a crucial role in the lumine [....] » Read More
The present work demonstrates the development of a peening technique using small-diameter cavitation bubbles with a narrow nozzle, which has been considered difficult in the past. In addition, an apparatus capable of measuring sonoluminescence intensity was employed. With this te [....] » Read More
A constant requirement to decrease greenhouse gas emissions in combination with the desire to increase gas turbine efficiency results in a continuous trend to increase the operating temperature of gas turbines. This increase is determined mainly by the Carnot cycle, according to [....] » Read More
Composite materials belong to the advanced material class, with modification in mechanical properties along its dimensions. Aluminium-corn cob particles were formed using casting method. Two different corn cob particles sizes of -0.425 mm and +0.425 mm were used to reinforce the [....] » Read More
The Advanced Oxidation Processes (AOPs) are currently the second most widely used wastewater treatment technology, right after adsorption. Over the past 20 years, nearly all AOPs combinations have been explored in an effort to create effective hybrid technologies with the goal of [....] » Read More
Graphene or graphene oxide (GO) is an outstanding material that has been commonly applied to modify/assist the catalysts consisting of metal oxides due to its excellent physical and chemical properties. This article reviews recent development on the application of graphene-based [....] » Read More
The scientific interest in nanoparticles (NPs) in general and magnetic nanoparticles (MNPs) in particular, developed these materials as important tools in various fields such as medicine, bio detection, catalysis, agriculture and environment. These materials may have certain limi [....] » Read More
Electrically conductive adhesives (ECA’s) are used widely to replace or reinforce lead soldering or conductive metal components in electronic packaging applications such as die attachment, solderless interconnections, component repair, display interconnections, and heat dis [....] » Read More
Carbon capture is going to be an essential part of efforts to tackle global warming. Most approaches use mineral feedstocks and result in carbonate and silica products. While these can be stored, it would be more beneficial to utilise them as replacements for products which are c [....] » Read More
The plastic problem is increasing and boosting the development of new materials to replace in part the ones still used. The main material used as packaging is plastic from a petrochemical source since it has excellent physical-chemical properties, low cost of the manufacturing pr [....] » Read More
The Lorentz transformation (LT) makes three predictions which are not consistent with one another: Lorentz-FitzGerald length contraction (FLC), time dilation (TD) and light-speed equality for observers in relative motion to one another. The LT also stands in violation of the Law [....] » Read More
Racetrack memory is the one technology based on magnetic domain wall (DW) motion in nanowires with the potential of application advantages such as fast access to the stored information, high storage capacities and low power consumption. Therefore, a series of remarkable studies h [....] » Read More
The current research and findings have increased the popularity of nano diamond-based polymer nanocomposites. The extraordinary mechanical, chemical, optical, and biological characteristics of the distinctive nanoscale carbon structure units known as nano diamonds (ND [....] » Read More
In this study the pollutants (COD ,CODdis, TOC, BOD5, TSS, TDS, color) were degraded by Fe2O3-TiO2 nanocomposite produced under laboratory conditions. The effects of pollutant concentration (COD dis= 500, 700, 1000, 1500 and 2000 mg/l),photocatal [....] » Read More
Martensitic transformations (MTs) include structural transformations that proceed cooperatively, mainly as first-order phase transitions. In the dynamic theory of MT, the growth of a martensite crystal is interpreted as a process that unfolds sequentially in space and time. The b [....] » Read More
Brain water metabolism ensures the processes of cellular communication, transit of the signaling molecules, neurotransmitters, cytokines, substrates, gases, nutrients and drugs. It carries out important integrative function, participates in clearance of pathogenic metabolites and [....] » Read More
Fibers derived from natural sources have recently gained widespread popularity. Natural fibres are preferred because they achieve the desired biodegradability, low cost, ease of acquisition, and gliding strength-to-weight ratio all at once. The purpose of this study is to investi [....] » Read More
The controlled and precise deposition of functional coatings onto biomaterial surfaces is a pivotal aspect of modern medical and biomaterials research. Matrix Assisted Pulsed Laser Evaporation (MAPLE) has emerged as a powerful technique for achieving this, allowing the fabricatio [....] » Read More
Low density polyethylene (LDPE) is a type of plastic that is commonly used to manufacture greenhouse covers due to its desirable properties such as flexibility, durability, and transparency. LDPE is also relatively inexpensive compared to other plastics, making it a popular choic [....] » Read More
Traditionally a disease has been defined by its clinical presentation and observable characteristics, not by the underlying molecular mechanisms, pathways and systems biology-related processes specific to a particular patient (ignoring persons-at-risk). A new systems approach to [....] » Read More
The welding of dissimilar metals is a hot topic as the field of application is increasing more and more in the industrial sector. Welding of dissimilar metals has an economic interest and friction welding is a process that has several advantages. In this presentation, the types o [....] » Read More
Some materials take place in class of advanced smart materials with adaptive properties and stimulus response to the external changes. Shape memory alloys take place in this group, with the capacity of responding to changes in the environment by exhibiting shape rever [....] » Read More
First-principles calculations of structural, elastic, electronic and magnetic properties of full-Heusler Ir2HfB, Ir2HfAl and Ir2HfGa have been realized by full-potential linearized augmented plane wave (FP-LAPW) method implemented inWIEN2K code. The Perdew–Burke–Ernze [....] » Read More
The demonstration and structure of hypothesis is covered the design, simulation, formulation for suitability of deceiving materials on textiles substances for high performance camouflage textiles under multidimensional combat background (CB); exposing the concealment, detection [....] » Read More
Silicone adhesive has been used in assembly glass curtain walls for decades because of its excellent adhesion capacity for various substrates and high deformability. It is a filled elastomer with polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) working as matrix and nano-CaCO3 or nano-SiO2 working as [....] » Read More
The following items will be discussed: how to understand coal graphitization, the effect of coal properties (rank, maceral, etc) on the graphene made from coal, the role of cohesiveness of coal during coal graphitization. Audience Take Away Notes: Understand coal g [....] » Read More
This study aimed at synthesizing and characterizing the properties of two locally available ‘waste biomass materials’ as potential biochar adsorbents. The two biochars were cow dung (CDB) and sugarcane bagasse (SBB). These substrates were pyrolyzed in controlled anaer [....] » Read More
The presentation shows ways to ensure express, precise and inexpensive detection of all known respiratory infections in every passenger in multimillion flows not slowing them down. 3× enhanced Rapid Parallel Search (RPS) technology for identifying sick and asymptomatic viru [....] » Read More
Photoalignment and photopatterning has been deproposed and studied for a long time. Light is responsible for the delivery of energy as well as phase and polarization information to materials systems. It was shown that photoalignment liquid crystals by azodye nanolayers could prov [....] » Read More
Due to their high strength and modulus, fiber-reinforced composite materials have been utilised for a long time in a variety of applications, including domestic and industrial uses. Synthetic and natural matrix materials can be used to create these fibre composites for use in rei [....] » Read More
The main features of the method of high-voltage consolidation of powder materials and the resulting advantages and limitations of this method are considered. The method of high-voltage consolidation of powders is effective for the production of refractory composite mate [....] » Read More
The variations of solar activity and distribution of solar energy due to the rotation of the Earth around its axis and around the Sun exert a strong influence on the self-organization of water molecules, on the size of water clusters and on their chemical reactivity. As a result, [....] » Read More
Titanium dioxide (TiO2) nanomaterial, a semiconducting photocatalyst in which the light induced production of charge carriers is the basic process has became the benchmark semiconductor photocatalyst. In spite of its various favorable properties, the practical application of Ti [....] » Read More
Materials are an essential factor to build a more sustainable economy whether through materials for medical / automobile/ aerospace /electronics/ daily need components etc. Each field expecting a material with different properties. For example, aircraft and automobile industries [....] » Read More
Resonant light scattering by nanoparticles provides a unique opportunity to concentrate a high-amplitude electromagnetic field in a subwavelength area of space as well as to tailor and control its pattern. In addition to purely academic interest, this is extremely important for n [....] » Read More
The Reticulated Vitreous Carbon (RVC) foam underwent N-TiO2 coating to achieve the RVC/N-TiO2 composite. This foam was developed to remove azo dyes from textile wastewater. The RVC was fabricated using the sacrificial template method, employing a 30 ppi (pores per inch) polyure [....] » Read More
High Voltage Glow Discharge (HVGD) electron guns are widely used in the advanced branch of industry, including metallurgy, instrument-making and electronics. Such kind of guns can be successfully used for obtaining nanostructurized films and crystals, especially ceramics, which i [....] » Read More
Africa as a continent is in dire need of sustainable energy .This is premised on the need to extricate majority of the African population from poverty to economic growth anchored on the deployment of modern sustainable and efficient energy services .There is a proven inverse [....] » Read More
Halophytic biomass is an abundant source of polysaccharides as they have a boundless supply of carbohydrates, which could be thought as the ultimate substrate and can be renewed into valuable chemicals and compounds such as methylcellulose and cellulosic nanofibers. Polyvinyl alc [....] » Read More
Non-uniform thickness laminated composites are being used in wind turbine blades. Recently, to enhance the strength and dynamic performance, nanoparticles are being added to the conventional matrix as a reinforcement. The present work investigates the effect of volume fraction of [....] » Read More
Grinding balls are spherical or cylindrical components used in grinding and milling operations to reduce the size of particles and achieve a finer product. They are made of high chromium white cast iron (HCWCI) and used in a variety of industrial processes. The efficiency of the [....] » Read More
The use of 3D printing technology to support education is not an innovative teaching approach. The adoption of this technology into teaching results in many benefits to students, namely; increased engagement, development of skills such as creativity, learning facilitation, and im [....] » Read More
In the present paper an analytical model was developed to study the non?linear vibrations of Functionally Graded Carbon Nanotube (FG-CNT) reinforced doubly-curved shallow shells using the Multiple Scales Method (MSM). The nonlinear partial differential equations of motion are bas [....] » Read More
Title : Mechanical behaviour of carbon fibre stitched composite joints and composite repair
Zhongwei Guan, Advanced Materials Research Centre of Technology Innovation Institute, United Arab Emirates
Due to their high strength and stiffness, light weight and good stability and durability, fibre-reinforced polymer composites have been increasingly used in the aerospace, automotive and marine industries. Typically, in manufacturing, large scale composite structures are assemble [....] » Read More
Title : Mathematical modeling the tumor heterogeneity using a nanoemulsion biodistribution
Paulo C De Morais, Catholic University of Brasilia, Brazil
This plenary talk is addressed to the biodistribution description of a luminescent lipid nanoemulsion and its use as a model to assess the heterogeneous architecture of an implanted solid tumor. Moreover, the talk aims to describe the tumor tissue organization and examine how the [....] » Read More
Title : Processability of AISI-H13 hot work tool steel processed via additive manufacturing
Eder Socrates Najar Lopes, University of Campinas, Brazil
Additive manufacturing offers the advantage of producing intricate parts more efficiently compared to traditional methods, resulting in cost savings and improved product quality. One promising application involves creating molds and dies with conformal cooling for injection moldi [....] » Read More
Title : Effect of electrophoretic deposition of zirconium oxide on the Ti13Nb13Zr titanium
Dominika Beata Kwidzinska, Gdansk University of Technology, Poland
Interest in biomedical engineering materials is still high. The number of diseases of the osteoarticular system is growing, and thus - it is necessary to fill tooth and bone defects in the face. For this reason, biomedical material for potential applications is constantly being s [....] » Read More
Title : Laser ablation of nickel- and cobalt ferrite nanoparticles
Marianela Escobar Castillo, University of Duisburg-Essen, Germany
Preparation of nanoparticles using Laser Ablation in Liquids is a well-stablished method that can provide materials with sizes less than 20 nm. We prepared nickel- and cobalt ferrite nanoparticles using this method and analysed the composition of the obtained powders. Furthermore [....] » Read More
Title : Additive manufacturing of customizable bioactive scaffolds for bone tissue engineering
Lais Pellizzer Gabriel, State University of Campinas, Brazil
Bone tissue engineering is a promising strategy to treat skeletal injuries by using 3D matrices, known as scaffolds, to facilitate the regeneration of damaged tissue. Given the importance of bone transplantation, the exploration of additive manufacturing techniques for bone appli [....] » Read More
Title : Plastic films to be used in a night-time radiative cooling technology: Optical and mechanical study for a RCE device
Jaume Camarasa, University of Lleida, Spain
Current energy situation is not at all promising for the future, due to the fact that the demand for energy increases annually (according to ICAEN data, more than 40% comes from buildings). Additionally, energy main resources have non-renewable origin. Thus, one of the measures [....] » Read More
Title : Synthesis optimalization and release characterization of the drug-loaded poly(lactide-co-glycolide) colloidal particles
Norbert Varga, University of Szeged, Hungary
Nowadays, the polymer-based nanostructured drug carriers play a key role in the field of na-nomedicine. By using them, we can prolong and increase the efficacy of the drugs. Due to the excellent biocompatibility and good material properties, the poly(lactide-co-glycolide) (PLGA) [....] » Read More
Title : Analysis of mixed micelle formation from binary surfactants for design of potential nanosized drug carriers
Adam Juhasz, University of Szeged, Hungary
The present work describes a calorimetry-founded characterization and design of a potential surfactant based colloidal drug delivery system. However, numerous research groups have published their outcomes according to the thermodynamic characterization of mixed micelle formation [....] » Read More
Title : High quality contacts to MoS2 nanotube quantum dots
Andreas K Huttel, University of Regensburg, Germany
Planar transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDCs) are at the center of manifold research efforts due to their intrinsic two dimensional nature and their outstanding electronic and optical properties. Despite detailed studies of their optical parameters, worldwide efforts to reach s [....] » Read More
Title : Interdependence of morphological electrical and magnetic properties of cu-substituted ni-zn-mg nano-crystalline ferrite
Milind Bhandare, Mahatma Phule Mahavidyalaya, India
Ferrites having chemical formula, Ni0.5-xCuxZn0.3Mg0.2Fe2O4 with x = 0, 0.1, 0.2, 0.3, 0.4 and 0.5 have been prepared by auto-combustion route. Field emission scanning electron microscopy (FE-SEM) micrographs show that samples have nano-crystalline behavior and show spherica [....] » Read More
Title : Microstructure and properties evolution of additively manufactured alloy 718
Alessandro Sergi, TWI Ltd, United Kingdom
In this study, the laser powder bed fusion (L-PBF) and heat treatment response of a plasma atomised Alloy 718 powder is investigated using advanced characterisation techniques and mechanical testing. In particular, the study focused on the impact of different heat treatment regim [....] » Read More
Title : Effect of the N2 and C2H2 mass flow rates on the corrosion properties of TiSiCN coatings
Alina Vladescu, National Institute of Research and Development for Optoelectronics, Romania
The objective of the present study was to enhance the quality of cutting tools used in wood industry, where working parts and tools are subjected to severe conditions. TiSi-based carbo-nitrides were deposited by cathodic arc evaporation using TiSi cathodes with 99.9% purity. The [....] » Read More
Title : E-beam sintered materials for catalytic membranes with selective hydrogen permeability
Iuliia Bespalko, Federal Research Center Boreskov Institute of Catalysis, Novosibirsk, Russian Federation
Last decade proton conducting mixed oxides have been extensively studied as application in the different electrochemical devices (fuel cells, separators, etc.). Membranes with selective hydrogen permeability based on them can also be used to remove ?2 from products of catalytic r [....] » Read More
Title : Can a simple iTFET become a mainstream of future technology generation
Jyi Tsong Lin, National Sun Yat-Sen University, Taiwan
In this presentation, we embark on a journey to explore the transformative potential of a simple yet innovative inductive Tunnel Field-Effect Transistor (iTFET), contemplating its possible ascent to a leading role in shaping future technology landscapes. The narrative traverses t [....] » Read More
Title : Advancing non-woven PPE materials: Heat-resistant stereocomplex PLA-rPET blend
Graziella Kassick Saft, PIEP-Innovation in Polymer Engineering , Portugal
Poly(lactide) (PLA) is a biodegradable polymer that finds widespread applications in various industries. However, its low heat resistance has been a limiting factor, hindering its use in high-temperature applications. This study endeavors to overcome this drawback by creating a s [....] » Read More
Title : An alternative to Krystexxa: Polysarcosine bioconjucation to uricase, biodistribution, toxicology and pharmacokinetics.
Silvia Stifano, Curapath (Polypeptide Therapeutic Solutions S.L.), Spain
PEGylation was one of the first successful technologies able to improve the pharmacokinetic of therapeutic agents and it has been applied in the clinic for more than 25 years. In early studies, PEG has been considered a biologically inert material. However, it can become immunoge [....] » Read More
Title : Development of a new material with enhanced properties for transportation industry application
Anasiei Ioana, National Research and Development Institute for Non-ferrous and Rare Metals - IMNR, Romania
Materials used in transportation industry have significantly evolved in the last decades, to face the society development challenges. Braking systems are considered an essential component of a vehicle and a wide range of materials are used in the manufacturing process, such as ca [....] » Read More
Title : Two-dimensional hexagonal boron nitride nanosheets decorated with silver nanoparticles for high-performance, self-powered, super-broad band UV-visible photodetectors
Wilber Ortiz Lago, University of Puerto Rico Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico
Two-dimensional (2D) hexagonal boron nitride nanosheets (BNNSs) decorated with silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) were the first to report on its potential application for high-performance photodetectors in a wide range of wavelengths, from the UV to the visible spectra. The present BN [....] » Read More
Title : Influence of an additional magnetic video-pulse on the nuclear spin echo of nuclei located in the domain walls of magnets
Tsisana Gavasheli, Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University, Tbilisi, Georgia
The influence of an additional magnetic video-pulse on the nuclear spin echo in magnets is studied (on the example of cobalt micropowder and lithium-zinc ferrite) in two cases of its location relative to the second RF pulse, symmetrical and non-symmetrical [1]. In the first case, [....] » Read More
Title : Effect of preparation of raw material mixture on purity of tricalcium aluminate through solid state synthesis
Simona Ravaszova, Brno University of Technology, Czech Republic
In the cement industry, refined fuels are increasingly being replaced by alternative fuels. This replacement not only brings economic and ecological benefits but also a lot of technological problems, which consist in increasing the content of some chemical elements that cause var [....] » Read More
Title : Mechanical properties and microstructure of AISI D2 tool steel cryogenically treated using controllable cooling
Andrey Rabin, Ben Gurion University of the Negev and Nuclear Research Center Negev (NRCN), Israel
The present work describes an approach to enhance the rate of heat transfer during cryogenic quenching of steel, which is environmentally friendly and low-cost. The approach is based on creating a temporary porous layer made of magnesium sulfate. The role of the layer is to decre [....] » Read More
Title : Durability aspects of filled wood cracks with different types of adhesives and sealants
Petra Lacikova, Brno University of Technology, Czech Republic
Oversized cracks in wood reduce the strength and stability of structures. Cracks can be mechanically stabilized (e.g. by steel fasteners) or can be filled with sealants. The aim of this work was to verify the durability of selected commercial adhesives and sealants. For this expe [....] » Read More
Title : Electrorecovery of high purity Cu from the electrotronic wastewater
Mei Yi Liu, National Chin-Yi University of Technology, Taiwan
Due to the simple equipment and uses of minimal chemicals of electrodeposition, the high purity copper recovered from the wastewater containing copper ions is investigated by the cathodic depostion. Using Cu plate as the working electrode, the onset potential for cathodic reducti [....] » Read More
Title : A reflection on the recovery process of primary components from lithium-ion batteries
Ioana Cristina Badea, National R&D Institute for Nonferrous and Rare Metals, Romania
Lithium – ion batteries are considered a popular form of energy storage, with desirable properties, such as increased efficiency or high energy density. The demand for new generation batteries has increased in the recent years, because of the significant progress that elect [....] » Read More
Title : Mesoporous silica nanoparticles detection and quantification in cultured cells using hyperspectral imaging
Mona Mihailescu, Politehnica University Bucharest, Romania
The use of different types of nanoparticles (NPs) in biology, medicine, or other life sciences has a special development in recent years. The main challenge consists in understanding the interaction between nanoparticles and different biological components, going down to the subc [....] » Read More
Title : Nanometric structures on holographic labels imprinted via biodegradable polymers
Mona Mihailescu, Politehnica University Bucharest, Romania
Holographic labels (HL) are smart elements used to secure important documents, credit cards, banknotes, passports, deluxe products. HL have several characteristics that give them the advantage of being difficult to counterfeit due to the combining of several complex scientific kn [....] » Read More