Mechanical & Industrial Engineering
Recent Submissions
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An Overview of Polymer Composite Films for Antibacterial Display Coatings and Sensor Applications
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2023 , Article Review)The escalating presence of pathogenic microbes has spurred a heightened interest in antimicrobial polymer composites tailored for hygiene applications. These innovative composites ingeniously incorporate potent antimicrobial ... -
Vibration response of FG-CNT-reinforced plates covered by magnetic layer utilizing numerical solution
( Techno-Press , 2020 , Article)Vibration response in a sandwich plate with a nanocompiste core covered by magnetic layer is presented. The core is armed by functionalyy graded-carbon nanotubes (FG-CNTs) where the Mori-Tanaka law is utilized assuming ... -
Synergistic effects of double-walled carbon nanotubes and nanoclays on mechanical, electrical and piezoresistive properties of epoxy based nanocomposites
( Elsevier , 2020 , Article)Many studies performed on multifunctional properties of epoxy based nanocomposites reinforced with carbon nanotubes (CNTs) and nanoclay (NC) whereas their synergetic effects on piezoresistive behaviour of ternary state ... -
Bending behavior of glass fiber reinforced composite overwrapping pvc plastic pipes
( Elsevier , 2020 , Article)The challenge associated with the use of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) plastic pipelines is to improve their structural integrity without increasing their cost. Currently, PVC pipelines are the most cost-effective method of ... -
Special Issue on Robot and Human Interactive Communication 2020
( Robotics Society of Japan , 2020 , Article)We are pleased to announce the special issue on Robot and Human Interactive Communication 2020. The first special issue was published in 2019 to celebrate the promotion of the IEEE International Symposium on Robot and Human ... -
A multi phase-field fracture model for long fiber reinforced composites based on the Puck theory of failure
( Elsevier , 2020 , Article)Phase-Field (PF) methods of fracture have emerged as powerful modeling tools for triggering fracture events in solids. These numerical techniques efficiently alleviate mesh dependent pathologies and are very suitable for ... -
A novel approach to improve the performance of solar-driven Stirling engine using solar-driven ejector cooling cycle
( John Wiley and Sons Ltd , 2020 , Article)In this paper, a novel system to enhance the performance of a solar-driven finite speed alpha-type Stirling engine is proposed and evaluated. Part of the concentrated solar energy is used to drive an ejector refrigeration ... -
Improving the power generation efficiency with the use of LNG as cold source by thermoelectric generators for hydrogen production
( Elsevier , 2020 , Article)In this study, thermodynamic simulation is developed to strengthening power generation efficiency utilizing liquefied natural gas (LNG) cold source by thermoelectric generators (TGs) for hydrogen production. Firstly, an ... -
Experimental investigation of the three-point bending properties of sandwich beams with polyurethane foam-filled lattice cores
( Elsevier , 2020 , Article)In the present research, the energy absorption and collapse behaviors of a rigid polyurethane foam-filled sandwich beam with expanded metal sheets as core were studied. Three types of steel lattice core, both unfilled and ... -
Supercapacitor performance of porous nickel cobaltite nanosheets
( Nature Research , 2020 , Article)In this work, nickel cobaltite (NiCo2O4) nanosheets with a porous structure were fabricated on nickel foam as a working electrode for supercapacitor applications. The nanosheets were fabricated by electrochemical deposition ... -
An experimental and numerical investigation of highly strong and tough epoxy based nanocomposite by addition of MWCNTs: Tensile and mode I fracture tests
( Elsevier , 2020 , Article)The present study investigates, through experimental and numerical approaches, the incorporation effect of different weight concentrations of multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) on the mechanical properties of epoxy. ... -
Effective addition of nanoclay in enhancement of mechanical and electromechanical properties of SWCNT reinforced epoxy: Strain sensing and crack-induced piezoresistivity
( Elsevier , 2020 , Article)Many studies were performed to improve CNT dispersion into epoxy using different mechanical dispersion methods as well as CNT functionalization. In this study, a novel method is introduced to enhance CNT dispersion using ... -
Friction-based welding processes: friction welding and friction stir welding
( Taylor and Francis Ltd. , 2020 , Article Review)Friction-based welding processes are considered as very efficient solid-state metal joining processes due to soundness of the welded joint with remarkably less energy consumption and environmentally friendly. The terminology ... -
Current status and innovative developments of CAR-T-cell therapy for the treatment of breast cancer
( BioMed Central Ltd , 2025 , Article Review)Breast cancer will overtake all other cancers in terms of diagnoses in 2024. Breast cancer counts highest among women in terms of cancer incidence and death rates. Innovative treatment approaches are desperately needed ... -
Optimization of wire electrical discharge turning process: trade-off between production rate and fatigue life
( Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH , 2021 , Article)Turning by wire electrical discharge machining (WEDT) has been proven as a successful cutting process for producing complex geometries in difficult-to-cut round bars. However, effects of the process factors on fatigue life ... -
Thermodynamic modeling and comparative analysis of a compressed air energy storage system boosted with thermoelectric unit
( Elsevier , 2021 , Article)Current study represents the thermodynamic modeling and exergy analysis of a compressed air energy storage system boosted with thermoelectric generator (CAES/TEG). To evaluate the studied system, a comparative analysis ... -
Prediction of neural space narrowing and soft tissue injury of the cervical spine concerning head restraint arrangements in traffic collisions
( MDPI AG , 2021 , Article)Common quantitative assessments of neck injury criteria do not predict anatomical neck injuries and lack direct relations to design parameters of whiplash-protection systems. This study aims to provide insights into potential ... -
Energy Harvesting Using Optimized ZnO Polymer Nanocomposite-Based 3D-Printed Lattice Structure
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2024 , Article)A 3D-printable polymer can provide an effective solution for developing piezoelectric structures. However, their nanocomposite formulation and 3D printing processability must be optimized for fabricating complex geometries ... -
A New Method for Detecting the Fatigue Using Automated Deep Learning Techniques for Medical Imaging Applications
( Springer , 2024 , Article)In the human race, Fatigue may contribute to a decline in efficiency. Fatigue is a risk factor for health and a component of quality degradation. The effects of Fatigue include sleep disorders, depression, and worry, all ... -
Theoretical investigations on electronic structure and optoelectronic properties of vinyl fused monomeric and oligomeric benzimidazole derivatives using DFT and TDDFT techniques
( Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH , 2024 , Article)The present work encompasses the theoretical investigation of 14 benzimidazole-based (seven vinyl fused monomeric benzimidazole (VFMBI) and seven vinyl fused oligomeric benzimidazole (VFOBI)) derivatives using density ...
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