Mechanical & Industrial Engineering: Recent submissions
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Thermochemical splitting of CO2 using solution combustion synthesized LaMO3 (where, M = Co, Fe, Mn, Ni, Al, Cr, Sr)
( Elsevier B.V. , 2020 , Article)The effort of this paper was to recognize the inclusion of appropriate dopants that will upgrade the redox reactivity of La-based perovskites. By maintaining the fuel (glycine) to metal nitrate ratio () = 1, the LaMO3 ... -
Electrospun polymer nanocomposite scaffolds containing metal oxide nanoparticles for diabetic wound healing
( Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) , 2018 , Conference Paper)It is very important to treat diabetic foot injuries at early stage since even minor wounds can turn into serious foot ulcers which can lead to the amputation of the entire foot if not treated early. The management of ... -
Advanced Hard Ctings: Towards A Whole New World
( Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) , 2014 , Conference Paper)BACKGROUND & OBJECTIVES: Improving materials properties is one of the biggest scientific issues of all the times. When it becomes impossible to further manipulate the raw material, one feasible way to push its properties ... -
On the Suitability of Vibration Acceptance Criteria of Process Pipework
( Hindawi , 2022 , Article)The risk of vibration-induced fatigue in process pipework is usually assessed through vibration measurements. For small-bore pipework, integrity personnel would measure the vibration of the pipework and refer to widely ... -
Fatigue-Life-Prediction-by-Means-of-Nonconstant-Variance-Probabilistic-Neural-Network
(2022 , Dataset)The modelling of fatigue using machine learning (ML) has been gaining traction in the engineering community. Among ML techniques, the use of probabilistic neural networks (PNNs) has recently emerged as a candidate for ... -
Computational Simulation Of Organic Rankine Cycle Retrofitted To Petroleum Well
( Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) , 2014 , Conference Paper)Geothermal refers to existing heat energy in deep rock and sedimentary basins. Unlike other types of renewable energy resources, geothermal energy provides a stable source of energy as it can be exploited regardless of ... -
Solar Energy For More Eco-friendly Mosque In Qatar
( Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) , 2014 , Conference Paper)There is mounting evidence that the global warming and, consequently, the climate changes are anthropogenic and attributed to fossil fuel consumption. Therefore, it is mandatory to find alternative solutions that can replace ... -
A Multi-echelon Network Distribution Model For Emergency Resource Planning
( Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) , 2014 , Conference Paper)Resource planning in emergency management is a challenging task as it involves disaster situations where the demands are rapidly increasing and the resources are scarce. Conventional planning involves a centralized network ... -
A new pedagogic modules for training graduate student in research methodology
( Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) , 2015 , Conference Paper)Research Methodology is a required course common to most graduate programs globally. The applied research methodology course at the College of Engineering, Qatar University is a compulsory course for all graduate students. ... -
Reflex System for Intelligent Robotics
( Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) , 2016 , Conference Paper)Background and Purpose: Great advances have occurred in the field of robotics in the past few years. The integration of robotics in our daily life became not only limited to manufacturing or industrial usage, but also in ... -
Using Electrospinning Technique for Preparation of Cobalt Hydroxide Nanoparticles
( Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) , 2016 , Conference Paper)Cobalt hydroxide or cobaltous hydroxide or cobaltous hydrate, has attracted increasing attention in recent years because of its novel electric and catalytic properties and important technological applications, for examples ... -
Striking multiple synergies in novel three-phase fluoropolymer nanocomposites by combining titanium dioxide and graphene oxide as hybrid fillers
( Springer New York LLC , 2017 , Article)In this study, novel three-phase polymer nanocomposites comprising of polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF), titanium dioxide (TiO2) nanoparticles and graphene oxide (GO) were prepared using colloidal blending. The PVDF/TiO2/GO ... -
Newly developed biodegradable polymer nanocomposites of cellulose acetate and Al2O3 nanoparticles with enhanced dielectric performance for embedded passive applications
( Springer New York LLC , 2017 , Article)In this study, biopolymer nanocomposites of cellulose acetate (CA) and Al2O3 nanoparticles (Al2O3 NPs) were successfully obtained using solution blending method. The effect of Al2O3 NPs loading on the microstructure, ... -
Heterogeneous growth mechanism of ZnO nanostructures and the effects of their morphology on optical and photocatalytic properties
( Royal Society of Chemistry , 2017 , Article)Zinc oxide (ZnO) nanoflowers have huge potential for various applications. However, the growth mechanism of ZnO nanoflowers is still under debate despite various growth mechanisms having been proposed. The aim of this study ... -
Tribological behaviour of 1D and 2D nanofiller based high densitypoly-ethylene hybrid nanocomposites: A run-in and steady state phase analysis
( Elsevier Ltd , 2017 , Article)Hybrid nanocomposites are a class of materials with exceptional properties due to the synergizing effect of individual fillers. Current work reports the tribological behaviour of high densitypolyethylene-(HDPE) reinforced ... -
Nanostructured ZnO gas sensors obtained by green method and combustion technique
( Elsevier Ltd , 2017 , Article)The present study reports on the synthesis of nano ZnO using two different processes i.e., biological (green synthesis) and chemical synthesis (solution combustion technique). The prepared materials were characterized by ... -
Tribological studies of nanomodified mineral based multi-grade engine oil
( Research India Publications , 2017 , Article)This research study investigates the tribological behaviour of mineral based multi grade engine oil reinforced with nanoadditives using a pin on disc tribometer under different frictional conditions. Load, sliding speed, ... -
Strain, Pressure, Temperature, Proximity, and Tactile Sensors from Biopolymer Composites
( Elsevier Inc. , 2017 , Book chapter)The ultimate biodegradability and eco-friendly usage have made the biocomposite materials applicable in almost every area of science, technology, and industry. Sensors are a prominent field of electronics and many composites ... -
Enhanced quality factor of polyvinyl formal (PVF) based nanocomposites filled with zinc oxide and carbon black nanoparticles for wireless sensing applications
( Elsevier Ltd , 2019 , Conference Paper)The present article deals with the preparation of polyvinyl formal based nanocomposites filled with zinc oxide (ZnO) and carbon black nanoparticles using colloidal blending technique. To explore the electrical and structural ... -
Studies on the Mechanical, Morphological and Electrical Properties of Highly Dispersible Graphene Oxide Reinforced Polypyrrole and Polyvinylalcohol Blend Composites
( Elsevier Ltd , 2018 , Conference Paper)In the present study, water soluble polypyrrole (WPPy)/polyvinyl alcohol (PVA)/graphene oxide (GO) composite films were prepared via colloidal blending method at different GO loadings varying from 0 – 3 wt%. The dispersion ...
