Center for Advanced Materials Research: Recent submissions
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Superhydrophobic al2o3-polymer composite coating for self-cleaning applications
( MDPI , 2021 , Article)Superhydrophobic coatings have a huge impact in various applications due to their extreme water-repellent properties. The main novelty of the current research work lies in the development of cheap, stable, superhydrophobic ... -
Investigation on evacuated tubes coupled solar still with condenser and fins: Experimental, exergo-economic and exergo-environment analysis
( Elsevier Ltd , 2021 , Article)The present experimental work was done to check the performance enhancement in distillate productivity between CSS and MSS in climatic conditions of Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India (23.21° N, 72.63° E). In modified solar still ... -
Diesel-fired boiler performance and emissions measurements using a combination of diesel and palm biodiesel
( Elsevier Ltd , 2021 , Article)Biodiesel is widely accepted as a fuel that is similar to diesel with various advantages. Biodiesel's low-temperature flow qualities are one of its characteristics that limits its use. The goal of this study was to see how ... -
Current advances in bio-fabricated quantum dots emphasising the study of mechanisms to diversify their catalytic and biomedical applications
( Royal Society of Chemistry , 2021 , Article Review)Quantum dots (QDs), owing to their single atom-like electronic structure due to quantum confinement, are often referred to as artificial atoms. This unique physical property results in the diverse functions exhibited by ... -
Deep eutectic solvents-based CNT nanofluid - A potential alternative to conventional heat transfer fluids
( Taiwan Institute of Chemical Engineers , 2021 , Article)We investigated Deep eutectic solvents (DES) in this study as a potential substitute for conventional heat transfer fluids. Methyl-triphenylphosphonium-bromide (MTPB) and choline chloride (ChCl) as the hydrogen bond acceptors ... -
Electrospun Nanofibers: Materials, Synthesis Parameters, and Their Role in Sensing Applications
( John Wiley and Sons Inc , 2021 , Article Review)Since the last decade, electrospinning is garnering more attention in the scientific research community, industries, applications like sensing (glucose, H2O2, dopamine, ascorbic acid, uric acid, neurotransmitter, etc.), ... -
Nonenzymatic Electrochemical Sensor Based on CuO-MgO Composite for Dopamine Detection
( Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc. , 2021 , Article)Dopamine plays an essential role in the proper functioning of the brain and the body. A change in the level of dopamine can lead to disorders related to the nervous system. Thus, detection of dopamine levels may aid in the ... -
Development and Fabrication of Carbon Nanotube (CNT)/CuO Nanocomposite for Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) Gas Sensor Application
( John Wiley and Sons Inc , 2021 , Article)Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) have been recognized as one of the primary trace segments of atmospheric air pollutants. The change in the level of VOCs in the surrounding environment can lead to chronic health issues, ... -
Nicotinamide-based supergelator self-assembling via asymmetric hydrogen bonding NH OC and H Br pattern for reusable, moldable and self-healable nontoxic fuel gels
( Academic Press Inc. , 2021 , Article)Hypothesis Development of highly efficient low-molecular weight gelators (LMWGs) for safe energy storage materials is of great demand. Energy storage materials as fuel gels are often achieved by construction of hybrid ... -
Productivity forecasting of solar distiller integrated with evacuated tubes and external condenser using artificial intelligence model and moth-flame optimizer
( Elsevier Ltd , 2021 , Article)This paper aims at developing an artificial intelligence model to forecast the water yield of a modified solar distiller integrated with evacuated tubes and an external condenser. The model consists of a hybrid long ... -
An extensive analysis of mechanical, thermal and physical properties of jute fiber composites with different fiber orientations
( Elsevier Ltd , 2021 , Article)The study is aimed to find the effect of orientation of the woven jute fiber on the composites with epoxy matrix on the mechanical properties, thermal properties with different orientations (0°, 15°, 30°, 45°, 60° & 75°) ... -
Sensors in advancing the capabilities of corrosion detection: A review
( Elsevier B.V. , 2021 , Article Review)Corrosion can cause serious damage, which leads to large economic loss, sometimes combined with environmental pollution, or risk of personnel injuries. Today, corrosion has a far-reaching impact on society and the associated ... -
Octadecyltrichlorosilane-Modified Superhydrophobic-Superoleophilic Stainless Steel Mesh for Oil-Water Separation
( John Wiley and Sons Inc , 2021 , Article)Recently, oil-water separation has become an important topic due to its increasing commercial demand. Here, in this study, a simple technique to prepare superhydrophobic-superoleophilic mesh for oil-water separation is ... -
Emerging two-dimensional tellurides
( Elsevier B.V. , 2021 , Article Review)Two-dimensional (2D) materials are at the forefront of current materials research due to their exciting and unique properties. 2D tellurides are emerging materials which are yet to be fully explored. To provide an overview ... -
Thermal, Electrical, and Sensing Properties of Recycled HDPE/Carbonaceous Industrial Waste Composites
( John Wiley and Sons Inc , 2021 , Article)This work is an endeavor to contemplate a value-added conductive plastic composite material derived as recycled plastic depending on polyethylene (PE)/carbon black (CB). We choose to add CB as a filler material to enhance ... -
Photocatalytic and Superhydrophilic TiO2-SiO2 Coatings on Marble for Self-Cleaning Applications
( John Wiley and Sons Inc , 2021 , Article)The application of photocatalytic and self-cleaning titanium dioxide (TiO2) nanomaterials coating on the stone of architectural heritage (particularly on marble) can be used to preserve their aesthetic qualities. The present ... -
A Smart Colorimetric Platform for Detection of Methanol, Ethanol and Formic Acid
( MDPI , 2022 , Article)Carbon dioxide (CO2 ) is a greenhouse gas in the atmosphere and scientists are working on converting it to useful products, thereby reducing its quantity in the atmosphere. For converting CO2, different approaches are used, ... -
Review of strategies toward the development of alloy two-dimensional (2D) transition metal dichalcogenides
( Elsevier Inc. , 2021 , Article Review)Atomically thin two-dimensional (2D) transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDCs) have attracted significant attention owing to their prosperity in material research. The inimitable features of TMDCs triggered the emerging ... -
Investigation and performance analysis of solar still with energy storage materials: An energy- exergy efficiency analysis
( Elsevier Ltd , 2022 , Article)Researchers have attempted different Energy storage materials (ESM) in solar stills (SS) to improve distillate yield. In this experimental work, an attempt was made to increase the distillate yield & efficiency of SS, using ... -
Performance analysis and enhancement of brain emotion-based intelligent controller and its impact on PMBLDC motor drive for electric vehicle applications
( Taylor and Francis Ltd. , 2022 , Article)Growing awareness of electric vehicles insists on the necessity of Permanent Magnet Brushless Direct Current Motor (PMBLDCM) worldwide. This paper involves building a simulation model of the complete PMBLDCM drive system ...
