College of Engineering: Recent submissions
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Cellulose-inspired approaches to sustainable EMI shielding materials: A comprehensive review
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article Review)Electromagnetic induction (EMI) shielding has become essential across various industries to counteract the detrimental impact of EMI on electronic devices and delicate machinery. Traditional EMI shielding materials, ... -
Iron slag/activated carbon-electrokinetic system with anolyte recycling for single and mixture heavy metals remediation
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)The electrokinetic process has been proposed for in-situ soil remediation to minimize excavation work and exposure to hazardous materials. The precipitation of heavy metals in alkaline pH near the cathode is still challenging. ... -
Efficient lithium recovery from simulated brine using a hybrid system: Direct contact membrane distillation (DCMD) and electrically switched ion exchange (ESIX)
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Seawater reverse osmosis (SWRO) brine is a readily available resource hub in many countries, fulfilling the country's freshwater need by SWRO, yet lower in a concentration of high-demand elements like Li. This study outlines ... -
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 ... -
Acoustic Source Localization in Composite Plates using sideband peak count – Index Technique
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)In this study the Non-Linear Ultrasonic Sideband Peak Count-Index (SPC-I) technique is used as the foundation for anovel approach towards acoustic source localization (ASL) in orthotropic composite plates. The SPC-I based ... -
Numerical modeling with experimental verification investigating the effect of various nonlinearities on the sideband peak count-index technique
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)A newly developed nonlinear ultrasonic (NLU) technique called sideband band peak count-index (or SPC-I) measures the degree of nonlinearity in materials by counting the sideband peaks above a moving threshold line – larger ... -
3D and 4D printing: A review of virgin polymers used in fused deposition modeling
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Recent advancements in additive manufacturing (AM), which includes both three-dimensional (3D) and four-dimensional (4D) printing, have revolutionized manufacturing processes across the board. Fused deposition modeling ... -
Silane functionalization of titania-graphene oxide nanocomposite for superior anticorrosion polyurethane coatings on steel
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)This research investigated the enhancement of anti-corrosion properties in polyurethane (PU) coatings on steel substrates through the Silane (N-(2-Aminoethyl)-3-aminopropyltrimethoxysilane) functionalization of Graphene ... -
TiO2-Mesoporous Ceria Carrier Modified with Sodium Benzoate: An Innovative Polyurethane Matrix for Enhanced Corrosion Protection of steel
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)An advanced corrosion protection system, distinguished by multilevel corrosion inhibition, was developed by integrating modified hybrid carriers strategically reinforced within a polyurethane (PU) matrix. For this purpose, ... -
Improvement in inhibition performance of anti-corrosion coatings using polyolefin matrix embedded with modified TiO2 nanoparticles
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Corrosion remains a critical issue for steel structures, leading to costly repairs and potential failures in industrial sectors. This study presents the development and characterization of polyolefin coatings for enhanced ... -
A lamellar chitosan-lignosulfonate/MXene nanocomposite as binder-free electrode for high-performance capacitive deionization
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Ti3C2Tx (MXene) is considered as a superior electrode material for capacitive deionization (CDI) due to its high conductivity and two-dimensional structure. However, the electrochemical performance of pristine MXene ... -
Enhanced lithium separation from brines using nanofiltration (NF) technology: A review
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)This study investigates the dynamics of the lithium (Li) market, focusing particularly on the use of nanofiltration (NF) membranes for Li extraction from various brines. It covers a range of aqueous resources, including ... -
Sustainable treatment of boron from oilfield produced water for optimum recovery using zirconium chloride oxo-precipitation
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)This study focuses on the recovery of boron from oilfield-produced water employing the chemical oxo-precipitation method. Zirconium chloride was used to recover boron as a sustainable approach. The study aimed to optimize ... -
Jet-assisted membrane filtration and design application: A model for fouling removal area estimation
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Membrane fouling remains a significant challenge in desalination and other membrane-based filtration processes. This study presents a novel force-balance model to accurately estimate the de-fouling area in jet-assisted ... -
Hypospadias Reconstruction Training: Development of an Ex-Vivo Model for Objective Evaluation of Surgical Skills
( Elsevier , 2025 , Article)ObjectiveTo objectively evaluate technical skill acquisition in hypospadias repair procedures during surgical training using noninvasive wearable sensor technology. MethodsWe combined subjective video evaluations with ... -
Cognitive Load Estimation Using a Hybrid Cluster-Based Unsupervised Machine Learning Technique
( Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc. , 2024 , Article)The increasing prevalence of non-invasive, portable Electroencephalography (EEG) sensors for neuro-physiological measurements has propelled EEG-based assessments of cognitive load (CL) into the spotlight. In this study, ... -
Decoding silent speech: a machine learning perspective on data, methods, and frameworks
( Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH , 2025 , Article Review)At the nexus of signal processing and machine learning (ML), silent speech recognition (SSR) has evolved as a game-changing technology that allows for communication without audible voice. This study offers a thorough ... -
Research Management: Evolving Reporting and Scoring Capabilities in Research Tracking Systems for Higher Education Institutions
( EasyChair , 2025 , Conference)This paper presents advancements in Research Tracking Systems (RTS) of Higher Education Institutions, aimed at enhancing the efficiency and reliability of research management within higher education institutions. Building ... -
Deep learning and vision transformers-based framework for breast cancer and subtype identification
( Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH , 2025 , Article)Breast cancer, marked by uncontrolled cell growth in breast tissue, is the most common cancer among women and a second-leading cause of cancer-related deaths. Among its types, ductal and lobular carcinomas are the most ... -
Finite Element Analysis of Evolut Transcatheter Heart Valves: Effects of Aortic Geometries and Valve Sizes on Post-TAVI Wall Stresses and Deformations
( MDPI , 2025 , Article)Background/Objectives: For transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) therapy, a catheter-guided crimped valve is deployed into the aortic root. Valve types such as Edwards balloon-expandable valves and Medtronic ...
