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Wireless Sensor Networks for Societal Applications
Convergence of MEMS (Micro Electronic Mechanical System), digital electronics and wireless communication have increased the feasibility of WSN (Wireless Sensor Networks). This paper explains the basic concept ...
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Introduction
In this chapter, some general knowledge relative to the realm of nature-inspired optimization algorithms (NIOA) is introduced. The desirable merits of these intelligent algorithms and their initial successes i...
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Nanoflakes MnO2 Thin Film as a Supercapacitor Electrode
Nanoflakes manganese oxide (MnO2) electrodes were deposited by galvanostatic electrodeposition method. The prepared MnO2 thin film was characterised by using various characterization techniques such as X-ray diff...
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Application of Nuclear Spin-Offs for Societal Development
Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) is a premier research centre of Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) with its primary objectives of providing self reliant Research & Development (R&D) base for the developmen...
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Investigation of Thermal Performance of FRP Parabolic Trough Collector Using Different Receivers
Along with low-temperature applications, there are several prospective fields of application for solar thermal energy at a medium-high temperature (800–1500 °C). From the context of hotter climate countries, a...
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A Study on Partial Automation of Lac Bangle Manufacturing in Pandharpur
India is predominantly an agricultural country. The proper development of small-scale industries is vital for the healthy growth of our economy. Village and small industries in their different aspects are an i...
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An Anthropometric Data of Cycle Rickshaw Operators to Approach Ergonomics in Cycle Rickshaw Design
In India, a population of about 9 lacks people is engaged in riding cycle rickshaw as occupation. It is unorganized sector of India. The aim of present study is collect an anthropometric data of 12 body measur...
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Design and Performance Evaluation of Low-Cost, Innovative, Efficient Small-Scale Wind Power Generation for Rural Community of India
The prospects for rural electricity needs to be met by conventional approaches may be limited. Indeed from an economic perspective, non-conventional forms of rural electrification may least-cost, especially wh...
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A Cloud Computing Based WSNs for Agriculture Management
The objective of this design is to collect the agriculture related information like temperature, humidity, soil moisture, light and some other parameters which are useful for farmers though wireless sensors ne...
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League Championship Algorithm (LCA)
This chapter briefly describes the league championship algorithm (LCA) as one of the new evolutionary algorithms. In this chapter, a brief literature review of LCA is first presented; and then the procedure of...
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Design of MIMO Antenna for WLAN and Wi-Max Application
In this paper, compact antenna have been designed in a Multiple-Input Multiple-Output (MIMO) system. The antennas are rectangular shaped microstrip patch antennas and fed by a microstrip line designed for a fr...
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A Comparative Study on Mechanical and Tribological Properties of Epoxy Composites Filled with Nano-ZrO2 and Nano-Al2O3 Fillers
The epoxy nanocomposites reinforced with nano-size zirconia and alumina (0.5, 1, 5 and 10 wt%) were prepared by high shear mixing and casting method. The nanocomposites with 0.5 wt% Al2O3 nanoparticles exhibited ...
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Parametric Studies on Thermo-electric Power Generation Using Micro Combustor
Experimental investigations on the flame stability and thermal characteristics of microcombustor and electric power generation using thermoelectric modules are studied. A three step rearward facing micro-combu...
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Use of Photochemical Machining Technology for Producing Metal Artwork
The present paper is an attempt to focus the use of Photochemical Machining (PCM) technology for societal application for livelihood of artisan. PCM process is useful for high end applications in aerospace, au...
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Buried Pipelines Deformation Behavior in Different Soils Using Geofoam
The deformation behavior response of buried pipelines to strip loading in different types of soil using geofoam is studied in the present paper. A series of small-scale model tests is performed in a fabricated...
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Experimental Performance Evaluation on S.I. Engine with Gasoline and Liquefied Petroleum Gas as Fuel
Energy Demand is increasing tremendously. Although fossil fuels have high calorific values but it makes a hazardous impact on the environment which leads to acid precipitation, ozone layer depletion, global cl...
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Social Influence as a Parameter to Prioritize Social Problems
Every city in this world has tons of problems. No city right now is perfect. Every city has a person in charge of solving these problems. However, he/she will have to decide which one to solve first. This coul...
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Historical Drought Analysis of Maharashtra State by Using SPI Index
Scare rainfall causes meteorological droughts, which further leads to agriculture drought and hydrologic drought. Drought causes the shortage of food and fodder. It also leads to the massive, devastating effec...
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Cuckoo Optimization Algorithm (COA)
The cuckoo optimization algorithm (COA) is used for continuous non-linear optimization. COA is inspired by the life style of a family of birds called cuckoo. These birds’ life style, egg laying features, and b...
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Enhanced Digital Image Watermarking in Combination with Encryption
The digital images have been copied and transmitted widely with the development of the internet rapidly hence the copyright protection has been receiving an increasing attention these days. Digital image water...
