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Synthesis and characterization of magnetic nanostructured lipid carriers (mNLCs) for drug delivery
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Electrochemical Science Group
, 2018 , Article)
Magnetic nanoparticles (MNPs) are a class of nanoparticles, which can be manipulated using magnetic fields. Currently, MNPs are recognized as one of the most important mode as a drug carrier while they can also be potentially ...
Investigating the effect of utilizing new induction manifold designs on the combustion characteristics and emissions of a direct injection diesel engine
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American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
, 2018 , Article)
New induction manifold designs have been developed in this work to enhance the turbulence intensity and improve the mixing quality inside diesel engine cylinders. These new designs employ a spiral-helical shape with three ...
Band Gap Characteristics of Nonrotating Passive Periodic Drill String
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American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
, 2018 , Article)
A new class of drill strings is investigated whereby strategically designed and placed periodic inserts are utilized to filter out the vibration transmission along the drill strings. Such mechanical filtering capabilities ...
Investigating Determinants of Student Satisfaction in the First Year of College in a Public University in the State of Qatar
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Hindawi Limited
, 2018 , Article)
Purpose. A first-year student's life is a web of interrelated academic and social experiences. Most universities have rigorous processes to achieve excellence or reach high-quality standards, with "Student Satisfaction" ...
Hydrogels for Advanced Stem Cell Therapies: A Biomimetic Materials Approach for Enhancing Natural Tissue Function
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Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
, 2018 , Article)
Stem-cell-based therapy is a promising approach for the treatment of a myriad of diseases and injuries. However, the low rate of cell survival and the uncontrolled differentiation of the injected stem cells currently remain ...
Bandwidth Enhancement and Frequency Scanning Array Antenna Using Novel UWB Filter Integration Technique for OFDM UWB Radar Applications in Wireless Vital Signs Monitoring.
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MDPI
, 2018 , Article)
This paper presents the bandwidth enhancement and frequency scanning for fan beam array antenna utilizing novel technique of band-pass filter integration for wireless vital signs monitoring and vehicle navigation sensors. ...
Sociorobotics
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Springer Netherlands
, 2018 , Article)
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Application of hybrid framework to facilitate lean six sigma implementation: a manufacturing company case experience
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Taylor and Francis Ltd.
, 2018 , Article)
This study aims to propose a hybrid framework for lean six sigma (LSS) based on the prioritisation of barriers and solution approaches, to facilitate hassles free applications for handling the challenges of wastes reduction ...
Impact of competitive conditions on supplier evaluation: a construction supply chain case study
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Taylor and Francis Ltd.
, 2018 , Article)
This research proposes a multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) framework and demonstrates the impact of competitive conditions on supplier evaluation process for construction supply chains. The paper focuses on the supply ...
Resonator based switching technique between ultra wide band (Uwb) and single/dual continuously tunable-notch behaviors in uwb radar for wireless vital signs monitoring
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MDPI AG
, 2018 , Article)
This paper presents a novel resonator that can switch and create three important behaviors within the same antenna using miniaturized capacitors. The resonator was integrated into conventional Ultra-Wide Band (UWB) antenna ...