Mechanical & Industrial Engineering: Recent submissions
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A Frontier Based Eco-Efficiency Assessment of Electric Vehicles: The Case of European Union Countries Using Mixed and Renewable Sources of Energy
( IEOM Society , 2021 , Conference)Electric vehicles (EVs) are seen as a promising solution for creating more efficient and sustainable transportation systems. European Union (EU) members show a strong interest in implementing EVs, and the governments support ... -
Qatar Economic Growth through Major Events in the Recent Years
( IEOM Society , 2021 , Conference)Given Qatar's ambitious plan to sustain itself as one of the most emerging countries with a sound economy based on the Gas income, it had also developed parallel strategies by hosting significant events that have attracted ... -
Chitin-based nanomaterials
( Elsevier , 2021 , Book chapter)Chitin- and chitosan-based materials have been increasingly used in various scientific advancements specifically in the field of nanotechnology for their therapeutic potential. They are biopolymeric polysaccharides with ... -
The use of organ-on-a-chip methods for testing of nanomaterials
( Elsevier , 2021 , Book chapter)Nanotechnology is a rapidly evolving field that promises to revolutionize several areas of clinical practice ranging from gene therapy, research, and drug delivery. One of the major difficulties of such advances reaching ... -
Elastic wave phenomenon of nanobeams including thickness stretching effect
( Techno-Press , 2021 , Article)The present work deals with an investigation on longitudinal wave propagation in nanobeams made of graphene sheets, for the first time. The nanobeam is modelled via a higher-order shear deformation theory accounts for both ... -
The importance of sensory feedback to enhance embodiment during virtual training of myoelectric prostheses users
( Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc. , 2021 , Conference)In this poster, we propose a system that uses immersive Virtual Reality (iVR) and EMG signal processing (muscle activity) to provide a training environment for amputees who are supposed to use a myoelectric prosthesis. We ... -
Numerical and experimental investigation of utilizing the porous media model for windbreaks CFD simulation
( Elsevier , 2021 , Article)Windbreaks such as vegetation barriers, fences, and buildings' perforated facades are used in various environmental and wind mitigation applications. Numerical simulation of the airflow through windbreaks is challenging ... -
Waste heat recovery in an intercooled gas turbine system: Exergo-economic analysis, triple objective optimization, and optimum state selection
( Elsevier , 2021 , Article)The development of heat and power generation systems has a major step towards sustainable development, reducing fossil energy consumption and reducing environmental pollution. Integrated energy systems are considered widely ... -
Proposed a new geothermal based poly-generation energy system including Kalina cycle, reverse osmosis desalination, elecrolyzer amplified with thermoelectric: 3E analysis and optimization
( Elsevier , 2021 , Article)One of the most appropriate approaches for enhancing the performance of the energy systems is integrating different subsystems for producing various beneficial products simultaneously. In the present study, a poly-generation ... -
Evaluation of different personalized ventilation air terminal devices: Inhalation vs. clothing-mediated exposures
( Elsevier , 2021 , Article)Human exposure to particles indoors occurs through direct inhalation or indirectly through deposition on clothes that release them in other spaces. Ventilation systems are installed to decrease direct exposure but little ... -
Underwater friction stir welding of Al-Mg alloy: Thermo-mechanical modeling and validation
( Elsevier , 2021 , Article)The aim of this article is the in-depth analysis of material behavior during underwater friction stir welding (UFSW) of Al-Mg alloy. A thermo-mechanical model was employed to find the relation between physical changes ... -
Modeling of osmotically-driven membrane processes: An overview
( Elsevier , 2023 , Article)In the modern era, mathematical modeling is a promising tool to evaluate the forward osmosis (FO) and pressure retarded osmosis (PRO) systems process feasibility and check the outcome of performance parameters on the overall ... -
Recent progress in reverse osmosis modeling: An overview
( Elsevier , 2023 , Article)The increasing worldwide demand for freshwater production requires new and sustainable processes to overcome the shortage of clean water. Reverse osmosis (RO) is regarded as the most efficient type of desalination technology ... -
Mechanical and corrosion characteristics of TiC reinforced Ni-P based nanocomposite coatings
( Elsevier , 2023 , Article)The requirement for effective corrosion protection and better mechanical properties in various industries employing metal components has led to the growth of nickel (Ni)-based metallic coatings. The electroless-synthesized ... -
Influence of polyolefin modified by Y2O3 as protective coatings against carbon steel corrosion into 3.5% NaCl media
( Springer , 2023 , Article)In this research work, we have studied the impact of Yttrium nanoparticles loaded with corrosion inhibitors dodecylamine (DOC) incorporated in polyolefin for the corrosion protection of steel. The surface analysis of pure ... -
Dataset for measured viscosity of Polyalpha-Olefin- boron nitride nanofluids
( Elsevier , 2021 , Dataset)Datasets of measured viscosity of Polyalpha-Olefin- boron nitride (PAO/hBN) nanofluids are reported. An AR-G2 rheometer (from TA Instruments) experimental setup is used for measuring the rheological property of PAO/hBN ... -
Thermoeconomic Analysis of a Solar-Assisted Industrial Process Heating System
( Wiley-Hindawi , 2024 , Article)Thermal energy in the industrial sector for process heating applications in the range of 50 to 250°C consumes about 35% of the global fossil fuel. Cascaded solar thermal systems are promising solutions to meet clean and ... -
Isobaric Expansion Engines Powered by Low-Grade Heat-Working Fluid Performance and Selection Database for Power and Thermomechanical Refrigeration
( Wiley-VCH Verlag , 2020 , Article)A database is developed for the most suitable working fluids for Worthington-type and Bush-type isobaric engines based on their performances for a wide range of heat source temperature, from 40 to 300 °C, and operating ... -
Heat transfer measurements of Polyalpha-Olefin- boron nitride nanofluids for thermal management and lubrication applications
( Elsevier , 2020 , Article)In this paper, the first study is reported combining Polyalpha-Olefin (PAO) oil with hexagonal Boron Nitride (hBN) to produce new class of nanofluids for heat transfer and lubrication applications. The heat transfer ... -
Turbulence Modeling Using Z-F Model and RSM for Flow Analysis in Z-SHAPE Ducts
( Wiley , 2020 , Article)Turbulent flow in Z-shape duct configuration is investigated using Reynolds stress model (RSM) and ζ-f model and compared to experimental results. Both RSM and ζ-f models are based on steady-state RANS solutions. The focus ...
