World Journal of Engineering: Volume 17 Issue 2

Optimization of VCR engine parameters using particle swarm optimization-based desirability approach

Datta Bharadwaz Y., Govinda Rao Budda, Bala Krishna Reddy T.

This paper aims to deal with the optimization of engine operational parameters such as load, compression ratio and blend percentage of fuel using a combined approach of particle…

Experimental evaluation study of collection efficiency of cavity receivers

Santosh Bopche, Sandeep Lamba

This paper aims to present experimental work examining the effect of opening size on the collection efficiency of cavity-type receiver geometries, e.g. modified cavity and…

Axial strength of modified fibrous foamed concrete-filled hollow section

Norashidah Abd Rahman, Siti Amirah Azra Khairuddin, Mohd Faris Faudzi, Mohd Harith Imran Mohd Asri, Norwati Jamaluddin, Zainorizuan Mohd Jaini

Concrete-filled hollow section (CFHS) is widely used in steel construction. The combination of concrete and steel decreases buckling and deformation of steel. However, studies…

Finite element analysis of CFRP-externally strengthened reinforced concrete beams subjected to three-point bending

Sabiha Barour, Abdesselam Zergua, Farid Bouziadi, Waleed Abed Jasim

This paper aims to develop a non-linear finite element model predicting the response of externally strengthened beams under a three-point flexure test.

Thermal performance of a packed bed double pass solar air heater with a latent heat storage system: an experimental investigation

Chaitanya Dosapati, Mohan Jagadeesh Kumar Mandapati

Solar energy applications are limited because of its intermittent and discontinuous availability with respect to time. Hence, solar energy thermal conversion systems need…

Performance of liquid–liquid hydrocyclone (LLHC) for treating produced water from surfactant flooding produced water

Ku Esyra Hani Ku Ishak, Mohammed Abdalla Ayoub

The purpose of this study is to investigate the performance of the fabricated liquid–liquid hydrocyclone (LLHC) with dimensions similar to those of one of the Malaysian oilfields…

Research perspectives and state-of-the-art methods in photovoltaic microgrids

Thomas Thangam, Muthuvel K., Hussein A. Kazem

Increased investment of a photovoltaic (PV) array makes it essential for the client to attain better results from the PV system. The nonlinearity of the PV array and the…

Optimization of machining parameters using WASPAS and MOORA

Venkateshwar Reddy Pathapalli, Veerabhadra Reddy Basam, Suresh Kumar Gudimetta, Madhava Reddy Koppula

Nowadays, the applications of metal matrix composites are tremendously increasing in engineering fields. Consequently, the demand for precise machining of composites has also…

Design and development of a bio-digester for production of biogas from dual waste

Modestus Okechukwu Okwu, Olusegun D. Samuel, Omonigho B. Otanocha, Promise P. Balogun, Ogugu J. Tega, Ebenezer Ojo

A novel cost-effective bio-digester was explored to convert biological waste into useful clean energy. The bioreactor was aimed to anaerobically digest locally sourced cow dung…

Optimized utilization of interline power flow controller in an integrated power system

Akanksha Mishra, Nagesh Kumar G.V., Sravana Kumar Bali

There is a worldwide need to amplify the usage of renewable energy in the manufacture of electrical energy. Thus, the integrated energy systems (IESs) have become a major part of…

Improving barrier and operational risk analysis (BORA) using criticality importance analysis case study: oil and gas separator

Mouloud Bourareche, Rachid Nait Said, Fatiha Zidani, Nouara Ouazraoui

The purpose of this paper is to show the impact of operational and environmental conditions (risk influencing factors) on the component criticality of safety barriers, safety…

Time-dependent collapse potential of unsaturated collapsible gypseous soils

Mohammed Y. Fattah, Basma A. Dawood

This study aims to predict the volume changes and collapse potential (CP) associated with the changes in soil suction by using the pressure cell and the effect of initial load on…

Hydromagnetic free convective flow of Walters’-B fluid over a vertical surface with time varying surface conditions

Jitendra Kumar Singh, Gauri Shenkar Seth, Ghousia Begum, Vishwanath S.

In the present investigation, hydromagnetic boundary layer flow of Walters’-B fluid over a vertical porous surface implanted in a porous material under the action of a strong…

Optimization of design variables for carbon/glass hybrid composites laminates using the Taguchi Technique

Sagar Dnyandev Patil, Yogesh J. Bhalerao, Adik Takale

The purpose of this paper is to analyze the significance of disparate design variables on the mechanical properties of the composite laminate. Four design variables such as…