Browsing by Author "Shakoor, R.A."
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A BHJ-thin-film/liquid-electrolyte based electrochemical-sensor for visible light-detection
( Royal Society of Chemistry , 2017 , Article)The current study presents a new type of inexpensive and very sensitive bulk heterojunction (BHJ) organic photo-sensor (OPS) configuration that incorporates a layer of liquid electrolyte into the conventional BHJ photodiode ... -
A comparative study of structural and mechanical properties of Al-Cu composites prepared by vacuum and microwave sintering techniques
( Elsevier Editora Ltda , 2018 , Article)In this paper, the aluminum metal matrix composite reinforced with copper particulates (3, 6 and 9 vol.%) were fabricated by high energy ball milling, followed by vacuum sintering (VS) and microwave sintering techniques ... -
A comparative study on the performance of hybrid solar cells containing ZnSTe QDs in hole transporting layer and photoactive layer
( Springer Netherlands , 2016 , Article)In this paper, ZnSTe quantum dots-based hybrid solar cells (HSC) with two different device architectures have been investigated. The improved performance of the poly(3-hexylthiophene) (P3HT) and [6,6]phenyl C71 butyric ... -
A focused review of the hydrogen storage tank embrittlement mechanism process
( Elsevier , 2023 , Article Review)Hydrogen embrittlement is a widely known phenomenon in high-strength and storage materials. Hydrogen embrittlement is responsible for subcritical crack growth in material, fracture initiation, subsequent loss in mechanical ... -
A novel classification of prostate specific antigen (PSA) biosensors based on transducing elements
( Elsevier B.V. , 2017 , Article Review)During the last few decades, there has been a tremendous rise in the number of research studies dedicated towards the development of diagnostic tools based on bio-sensing technology for the early detection of various ... -
A short analysis on the morphological characterization of colloidal quantum dots for photovoltaic applications
( Bentham Science Publishers , 2020 , Article Review)Due to its various advantages, colloidal quantum dots (CQDs) carry a prodigious deal of interest in low-cost photovoltaics. The possibility of tailored band gaps via quantum confinement effect facilitates photovoltaic ... -
Advancing steel protection with Ceria@Talc-8-hydroxyquinoline modified Polyurethane coatings
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)This research delves into a hybrid framework involving the synthesis of composite particles combining ceria-modified talc (CeO2@Talc) through a chemical precipitation method. The hybrid particles were then loaded with ... -
Aluminum nitride (AlN) reinforced electrodeposited Ni-B nanocomposite coatings
( Elsevier Ltd , 2020 , Article)Ni–B nanocomposite coatings containing various concentration aluminum nitride (AlN) nanoparticles (NPs) were developed through a scalable and conventional electrodeposition process. The influence of addition of AlN ... -
Biopolyurethane coatings with silica-titania microspheres (MICROSCAFS®) as functional filler for corrosion protection
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)In this work, we studied a biopolyurethane (BioPU) coating derived from a bio-based polyol and isocyanate for the protection of carbon steel against corrosion. The direct utilization of polyols obtained from raw biomass ... -
Calcium carbonate particles loaded with triethanolamine and polyethylenimine for enhanced corrosion protection of epoxy coated steel
( Elsevier Ltd , 2020 , Article)Calcium carbonate particles were synthesized and loaded with a mixture of two corrosion inhibitors, triethanolamine (TEA) and polyethylenimine (PEI). These particles can serve as pH-sensitive additives in epoxy coatings ... -
Cellulose microfibers (CMFs) as a smart carrier for autonomous self-healing in epoxy coatings
( Royal Society of Chemistry , 2020 , Article)Synthesized cellulose microfibers (CMFs) were used as a smart carrier for the loading of inhibitor-dodecylamine (DOC) and inhibitor/self-healing polyethyleneimine (PEI). The loaded CMFs were thoroughly dispersed into the ... -
Cerium oxide loaded with Gum Arabic as environmentally friendly anti-corrosion additive for protection of coated steel
( Elsevier Ltd , 2021 , Article)The depreciation of assets and safety threats because of corrosion has forced to develop eco-friendly and smarter corrosion protection strategies. In this study, natural Gum Arabic (GA) was used as a corrosion inhibitor ... -
Compositional engineering of the pi-conjugated small molecular VOPcPhO : Alq3 complex to boost humidity sensing
( Royal Society of Chemistry , 2017 , Article)This study exhibits a solution-processed organic semiconductor humidity sensor based on vanadyl 2,9,16,23-tetraphenoxy-29H,31H-phthalocyanine (VOPcPhO), tris-(8-hydroxy-quinoline)aluminum (Alq3), and their composites. ... -
Compositional engineering of VOPcPhO-TiO2 nano-composite to reduce the absolute threshold value of humidity sensors
( Elsevier B.V. , 2017 , Article)This research work demonstrates compositional engineering of an organic-inorganic hybrid nano-composites for modifying absolute threshold of humidity sensors. Vanadyl-2,9,16,23-tetraphenoxy-29H,31H-phthalocyanine (VOPcPhO), ... -
Corrosion and heat treatment study of electroless nip-ti nanocomposite coatings deposited on hsla steel
( MDPI AG , 2020 , Article)Corrosion and heat treatment studies are essential to predict the performance and sustainability of the coatings in harsh environments, such as the oil and gas industries. In this study, nickel phosphorus (NiP)–titanium ... -
Corrosion behavior of API X-80 steel in hydrogen sulfide environment at different temperatures
( National Assoc. of Corrosion Engineers International , 2016 , Conference)The electrochemical behavior of API X-80 steel materials in 3.5% wt. of NaCI solution containing different concentration of H2S at different temperatures was studied. Potendiodynamic polarization, electrochemical impedance ... -
Corrosion behavior of electrodeposited Ni-B coatings modified with SiO2 particles
( Electrochemical Science Group , 2017 , Article)The need for coatings with improved operation is vital to insure safety and high output of industrial plants. Electrodeposition is a valuable surface modification technology that can be used to develop various kinds of ... -
Corrosion inhibition performance of developed epoxy coatings containing carbon nanocapsules loaded with diethylenetriamine
( Elsevier , 2023 , Article)In recent years, hollow structured nanomaterials owe high attention to research, especially when applied to organic coatings due to their high surface area, loading capacity, and flexible shape and structure. Towards this ... -
Corrosion inhibition performance of polyolefin smart self-healing composite coatings modified with ZnO@β-Cyclodextrin hybrid particles
( Elsevier B.V. , 2022 , Article)Corrosion is a global problem that results in substantial economic loss and is life-threatening as well. Currently, the utilization of self-healing coatings involving smart carriers encapsulated with the appropriate ... -
Designing and performance evaluation of polyelectrolyte multilayered composite smart coatings
( Elsevier B.V. , 2019 , Article)This work reports the synthesis of polyelectrolyte microcapsules and its effect on the anti-corrosion performance of polymeric coating applied on steel substrates. In situ polymerization technique was used for the synthesis ...
