Browsing Research Units by Publisher "Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press)"
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Corrosion behavior of high strength low alloy HSLA steel in 35 wt% NaCl solution containing diethylenetriamine DETA as corrosion inhibitor
( Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) , 2018 , Conference Paper)High strength low alloy (HSLA) steels demonstrate improved mechanical and anticorrosion properties when compared to plain carbon steels. HSLA steels have succeeded to find their major applications in industries such as ... -
Criminalizing Domestic Violence in Qatar: A Case Study of Student Activism
( Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) , 2016 , Conference Paper)Globally, gender based violence effects one out of every three women. Recently, the alarming rise in reported cases of domestic violence in Qatar has led to a national call to find an effective way to deal with the issue. ... -
Cybersecurity for next generation healthcare in Qatar
( Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) , 2021 , Article)Background: IoMT (Internet of Medical Things) devices (often referred to IoMT domain) have the potential to quickly diagnose and monitor patients outside the hospital by transmitting information through the cloud domain ... -
Dangerous anthropogenic climate change. Are we closer than we think? A 2016 update
( Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) , 2014 , Conference Paper)In this presentation, I will outline the fundamentals of climate change science with respect to 'real-world' climate observations, and evidence from the Earth's paleoclimate (climate history) record. In particular, I will ... -
Design and implementation of a modular ECMO simulator
( Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) , 2016 , Article)Background: Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a high-complexity life-saving procedure riddled with mechanical complications that can place the patient in a critical state where fast and coordinated actions are ... -
Designing piezoelectric nanogenerator from PVDFHFP nanocomposite fibers containing cellulose nanocrystals and Fedoped ZnO
( Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) , 2018 , Conference Paper)Self-powering devices harvest energy from the environment and perform based on a maintenance free approach. These materials are of utmost significance as they solve the problems associated with the energy crisis and ... -
Detailed exergy analysis of full scale LNG plant
( Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) , 2018 , Conference Paper)Sustainability is one of the major challenges faced by the industrial sector as it is driven by both environmental and economic factors. Energy demands are increasing and, to date, most of the supply is generated via ... -
Determination of Optimum Iron Requirement for Production of Microalgae Biomass as Biofuel Feedstock
( Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) , 2016 , Conference Paper)Microalgae biomass is considered as one of the promising alternative feedstock for biofuel production. The biomass productivity of some of the microalgae can exceed an order of magnitude compared to any other terrestrial ... -
Durability and Microstructure of Cement Composites Containing Qatar's Municipal Wastes
( Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) , 2016 , Conference Paper)Qatar produces more than 2.5 million tons of municipal waste per year with an average waste generation rate of 1.8 kg/day/capita which is one of the highest rates in the world. The rapid growth of municipal solid waste has ... -
Effect of Trace 100 vppm H2S on the Corrosion Behaviour of Plain Carbon and Microalloyed Steels in a Predominant Sweet Environment in High Flow Regime
( Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) , 2018 , Conference Paper)We investigate the effects of the presence of trace (100 vppm) H2S on the corrosion behaviour of plain carbon steel and its various micro-alloyed counterparts in a CO2 saturated (sweet) brine (0.5 M NaCl) environment, in ... -
Effect of Trace 100 vppm H2S on the Corrosion Behaviour of Plain Carbon and Microalloyed Steels in a Predominant Sweet Environment in High Flow Regime
( Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) , 2018 , Conference Paper)We investigate the effects of the presence of trace (100 vppm) H2S on the corrosion behaviour of plain carbon steel and its various micro-alloyed counterparts in a CO2 saturated (sweet) brine (0.5 M NaCl) environment, in ... -
Effectiveness of Driver Simulator as a Driving Education Tool
( Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) , 2018 , Conference Paper)The impact and validity of driving simulators as an educational tool in driving schools in the licensing process remains questioned in literature. Many driving schools utilize driving simulators as a tool to assist students ... -
Electrochemical Analyses of Sodium based Mixed Pyrophosphate Cathodes for Rechargeable Sodium Ion Batteries
( Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) , 2016 , Conference Paper)Lithium ion batteries (LIB) are widely applied to energy storage systems, like electric vehicles, ships. While limited reserves of lithium and cost of lithium enforced to explore new materials. Hence, Low cost and abundance ... -
Enhancement Of Water-oil Separation By Electroclescence
( Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) , 2014 , Conference Paper)Dispersed water droplets in organic liquids are commonly encountered in the oil, chemical and biochemical industries. A typical example is the separation of dispersed water drops in crude oil, in order to prevent catalyst ... -
Environmental contamination in mangrove crustaceans inhabiting Qatari waters
( Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) , 2015 , Conference Paper)The increasing level of pollutants in the marine environment is a major concern in all countries, in particular where the main diet is seafood. The major goal of this project was to assess the level of pollution and their ... -
Environmental Evaluation Risk Assessment and Management options of Abu Nakhla Treated Sewage Effluent TSE Unlined Pond Doha Qatar
( Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) , 2018 , Conference Paper)The rapid economic and population growth of Qatar during the last few decades led to generation of substantial volume of municipal treated sewage effluent (TSE). Most of this water was disposed into Abu Nakhla depression ... -
Epibenthic assemblages on vertical artificial substrates: recruitment and succession patterns in offshore Qatari waters
( Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) , 2018 , Conference Paper)Artificial structures get introduced into the marine environment by accident (e.g., shipwrecks) or intentionally, for logistical (i.e., coastal protection), industrial (i.e., oil exploitation) or biological habitat enhancement ... -
Evaluating preparedness of emergency trainees to triage victims of mass casualty incidents
( Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) , 2020 , Article)Background: Triage of victims in mass casualty incidents (MCI) is crucial in prioritizing care and allocating resources1. Triage skills are important to be evaluated for training and better preparedness. Using clinical ... -
Evaluation Of The Sensitivity Of Qatari Marine Microalgae Synechococcus Sp, To Three Reference Toxicants
( Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) , 2014 , Conference Paper)Background Marine phytoplankton form the basis of the marine food chain and are essential for the normal functioning of ecosystems. Any disturbance to this component, due to the release and accumulation of toxic compounds ... -
First Impact Assessment of Genotoxic Components in the Qatari Marine Environment
( Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) , 2016 , Conference Paper)The Arabian Gulf is a semi-enclosed sea with very high evaporation and low discharge rates resulting in extreme saline and thermal conditions. Additionally the system is characterized by a weak hydrodynamic flushing resulting ...