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Advances in Manufacturing and Industrial Engineering - Select Proceedings of ICAPIE 2019  
Advances in Manufacturing and Industrial Engineering - Select Proceedings of ICAPIE 2019
von: Ranganath M. Singari, Kaliyan Mathiyazhagan, Harish Kumar
Springer-Verlag, 2021
ISBN: 9789811585425
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  Contents 6  
  About the Editors 16  
  A Review on the Fabrication of Surface Composites via Friction Stir Processing and Its Modeling Using ANN 18  
     1 Introduction 18  
     2 Principle and Effect of Parameters of FSP 19  
        2.1 Impact of Process Determinants 21  
        2.2 Impact of Tool (Pin) Geometry 21  
        2.3 Fabrication of Surface Composites 22  
     3 Artificial Neural Networks 22  
        3.1 Training of ANN 24  
        3.2 Implementation of ANN 25  
        3.3 Performance Evaluation of ANN 25  
     4 Summary 26  
     5 Future Scope 26  
     References 27  
  A Statistical Study of Consumer Perspective Towards the Supply Chain Management of Food Delivery Platforms 29  
     1 Introduction 30  
     2 Problem Statement 32  
     3 Literature Review 35  
     4 Research Methodology 36  
     5 Numerical Illustration 37  
     6 Result 39  
     7 Conclusion 40  
     References 40  
  Design of an Auxiliary 3D Printed Soft Prosthetic Thumb 42  
     1 Introduction 42  
     2 Requirements and Challenges 43  
     3 Design Conceptualization 43  
        3.1 Structure 44  
        3.2 Movement 44  
        3.3 Flexor Pulley System 45  
        3.4 Mounting 45  
     4 Design Conceptualization 46  
        4.1 CAD Model 46  
        4.2 Material and Manufacturing 46  
        4.3 Actuator 47  
        4.4 Battery 48  
     5 Control System 48  
     6 Prototype Development 50  
     7 Conclusion 50  
     References 51  
  Prediction of Material Removal Rate and Surface Roughness in CNC Turning of Delrin Using Various Regression Techniques and Neural Networks and Optimization of Parameters Using Genetic Algorithm 53  
     1 Introduction 53  
        1.1 Linear Regression 54  
        1.2 KNN Regression 55  
        1.3 Support Vector Regression (SVR) 55  
        1.4 Bayesian Ridge 55  
        1.5 Decision Tree Regression 55  
        1.6 Gradient Boosting Regression 56  
        1.7 Neural Networks 56  
        1.8 Genetic Algorithm (GA) 56  
     2 Experimental Investigations 56  
     3 Results and Discussion 57  
        3.1 Optimization Using Genetic Algorithm (GA) 60  
     4 Conclusion 61  
     References 62  
  Finding Accuracies of Various Machine Learning Algorithms by Classification of Pulsar Stars 64  
     1 Introduction 64  
     2 Problem Statement 66  
     3 Research Methodology 67  
        3.1 Random Forest 67  
        3.2 Support Vector Machine 68  
        3.3 Naive Bayes 69  
        3.4 Keras Classifier (Based on Neural Networks) 70  
     4 Results 70  
     5 Conclusion 72  
     References 72  
  Robust Vehicle Development for Student Competitions using Fiber-Reinforced Composites 73  
     1 Introduction 73  
     2 Literature Review 74  
     3 Materials 75  
        3.1 Glass Fiber-Reinforced Polymer 75  
        3.2 Fiber-Metal Laminates (FML) 75  
        3.3 Metal Matrix Composites 76  
        3.4 Ceramic Matrix Composites (CMC) 76  
        3.5 Aramid Fiber 76  
        3.6 Kevlar 76  
        3.7 Nomex 77  
        3.8 Carbon Fiber-Reinforced Polymer 77  
     4 Case Studies: Student Competitions 78  
        4.1 Seafarer AUVSI SUAS 78  
        4.2 Supermileage Eco-marathon 81  
        4.3 Formula Student FS FSAE 83  
     5 Optimization 86  
     6 Sustainability 86  
        6.1 Manufacturing 86  
        6.2 Material Production 87  
        6.3 End of Life 87  
     7 Conclusion 87  
     References 88  
  Study and Applications of Fuzzy Systems in Domestic Products 89  
     1 Introduction 89  
     2 Fuzzy Logic 90  
        2.1 Fuzzy Logic Toolbox 90  
        2.2 PID Controller Versus Fuzzy Controller 91  
     3 Domestic Product Methodologies 91  
        3.1 Microwave Oven 91  
        3.2 Domestic Flour Mill 92  
        3.3 Gas Heater 93  
     4 Extended Study: Domestic Iron 95  
        4.1 Inside Mechanism 95  
        4.2 Bimetallic Strip 95  
        4.3 Model Proposed 95  
     5 Results and Conclusion 96  
     References 98  
  Study of Process Parameters in Synergic MIG Welding a Review 100  
     1 Introduction 100  
        1.1 Process Description 100  
        1.2 Advantages 101  
     2 Conclusions 104  
     References 104  
  Comparative Study of Tribological Parameters of 3D Printed ABS and PLA Materials 106  
     1 Introduction 107  
     2 Experimentation 108  
        2.1 3D Printer 108  
        2.2 Pin-On-Disc Machine and Tribological Test 109  
        2.3 3D Printing Parameters 110  
        2.4 Design of Experiments 113  
     3 Results and Discussions 113  
        3.1 Disc Wear 113  
        3.2 Wear on Pins 113  
        3.3 Coefficient of Friction 116  
     4 Conclusions 116  
     References 118  
  Study of Key Issues, Their Measures and Challenges to Implementing Green Practice in Coal Mining Industries in Indian Context 120  
     1 Introduction 120  
     2 Issues, Effects, Remedial Action and Their Possible Impact in Coal Mining Industries in India 121  
        2.1 Introduction 121  
        2.2 Main Issues, Effects and Best Management Practice 125  
     3 Challenges to Implementing Green Practices in Coal Mines Industries 128  
        3.1 Lack of Top Management Commitment 128  
        3.2 Size of the Firm 128  
        3.3 Oppose by Local Residents 128  
        3.4 Poor Legislation 129  
        3.5 Lack of Direct Incentives 129  
        3.6 Financial Constraints 129  
        3.7 Technical Barriers 129  
        3.8 Lack of Employee Commitment 129  
        3.9 Lack of Awareness 130  
     4 SWOT for the Coal Mining Industry 130  
     5 Conclusions 131  
     References 132  
  A Brief Review on Machining with Hybrid MQL Methods 134  
     1 Introduction 134  
        1.1 Conventional Cutting Fluids 135  
     2 MQL or Minimum Quantity Lubrication 136  
        2.1 Minimum Quantity Lubrication in Machining 137  
     3 Advancements in MQL Delivery Methods 137  
        3.1 Cooled Air MQL 138  
        3.2 Cryogenic MQL 139  
        3.3 Electrostatic MQL 141  
     4 Conclusion and Future Scope 142  
     References 143  
  Analysis of Interrelationship Among Factors for Enhanced Agricultural Waste Utilization to Reduce Pollution 146  
     1 Introduction 146  
     2 Literature Review 147  
     3 Methodology Used 148  
        3.1 Structural Self-interaction Matrix 149  
        3.2 Reachability Matrix 149  
        3.3 Level Partition 150  
     4 Results and Discussion 151  
        4.1 Formation of ISM Model 151  
        4.2 MICMAC Analysis 152  
     5 Conclusion 153  
     References 153  
  Enhancement of Mechanical Properties for Dissimilar Welded Joint of AISI 304L and AISI 202 Austenitic Stainless Steel 155  
     1 Introduction 155  
     2 Experimental Procedure 157  
        2.1 Materials and Methods 157  
        2.2 Welding Parameters 158  
     3 Result and Discussion 159  
        3.1 Tensile Test (UTM) 159  
        3.2 Microhardness (HV) 161  
        3.3 Residual Stress (MPa) 162  
     4 Conclusions 164  
     References 164  
  Effect of 3D Printing on SCM 166  
     1 Introduction 166  
     2 Literature Survey 168  
        2.1 Literature survey on 3D Printing 168  
     3 Methodology 168  
     4 Discussion and research gap analyses 170  
     5 Conclusion 171  
     References 171  
  Seasonal Behavior of Trophic Status Index of a Water Body, Bhalswa Lake, Delhi (India) 174  
     1 Introduction 174  
     2 Objectives of the Study 175  
     3 Methodology 175  
        3.1 Trophic Status Index 175  
        3.2 TSI Values Uses 176  
        3.3 Factors Influencing the TSI Values 178  
        3.4 Parameters Studied for the Evaluation of TSI 178  
     4 Results 179  
        4.1 Determination of TSI (SD) 179  
        4.2 Determination of Total Chlorophyll-A (TChl) 180  
        4.3 Determination of Total Phosphorous 180  
        4.4 Determination of Total TSI 181  
        4.5 Carlson’s Trophic Status Index (C-TSI) = [TSI (TP) + TSI(CA) + TSI(SD)]/3 182  
     5 Discussion 184  
     6 Conclusion 185  
     References 185  
  Seasonal Variation of Water Quality Index of an Urban Water Body Bhalswa Lake, Delhi (India) 187  
     1 Introduction 188  
     2 Methodology 188  
     3 Experimental Analysis 189  
        3.1 Determination of Temperature 191  
        3.2 Determination of pH 191  
        3.3 Determination of Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) 192  
        3.4 Determination of Total Alkalinity (TA) 192  
        3.5 Determination of Total Hardness (TH) 192  
        3.6 Determination of Dissolved Oxygen (DO) 192  
        3.7 Determination of Chloride 192  
        3.8 Determination of Sulfate 192  
        3.9 Determination of Nitrate 193  
        3.10 Determination of Phosphate 193  
        3.11 Determination of Water Quality Index (WQI) 193  
        3.12 Standards of Water 194  
        3.13 Determination of Temperature 194  
        3.14 pH Level 194  
        3.15 Determination of Dissolved Oxygen (DO) 195  
        3.16 Determination of Total Phosphate (TP) 195  
        3.17 Determination of Chloride 196  
        3.18 Determination of Total Nitrate (NO3?) 196  
        3.19 Determination of Total Sulfate (SO42?) 197  
        3.20 Determination of Total Alkalinity (TA) 197  
        3.21 Determination of Total TSI 197  
     4 Conclusion 197  
     References 198  
  Material Study and Fabrication of the Next-Generation Urban Unmanned Aerial Vehicle: Aarush X2 199  
     1 Introduction 200  
     2 Mathematical Formulation 201  
        2.1 Displacement Field 201  
        2.2 Strain–Displacement 204  
        2.3 Constitutive Relations for the Core and Facesheet 205  
     3 Load Prediction of Aarush X2 206  
        3.1 Fuselage Belly 207  
        3.2 Wing Skin 208  
     4 Fabrication 209  
        4.1 Fuselage 210  
        4.2 Wing 211  
     5 Flight Testing 211  
     6 Conclusion 212  
     References 213  
  Intelligent Transport System: Classification of Traffic Signs Using Deep Neural Networks in Real Time 214  
     1 Introduction 215  
     2 Related Work 216  
     3 Research Methodology 217  
        3.1 Dataset Description 218  
        3.2 Data Preprocessing 218  
        3.3 Activation Function 221  
        3.4 Model Architecture 223  
     4 Evaluation and Results 225  
     5 Conclusion and Future Work 225  
     References 225  
  Fabrication of Aluminium 6082–B4C–Aloe Vera Metal Matrix Composite with Ultrasonic Machine Using Mechanical Stirrer 227  
     1 Introduction 227  
     2 Material 230  
        2.1 Fabrication Method 230  
        2.2 Machining of Casting 232  
        2.3 Microstructure 232  
     3 Result and Discussion 232  
     4 Conclusion 233  
     References 234  
  A Fuzzy AHP Approach for Prioritizing Diesel Locomotive Sheds a Case Study in Northern Railways Network 236  
     1 Introduction 237  
     2 Research Methodology 237  
     3 Northern Railways Diesel Sheds a Case Study 240  
        3.1 Determining the Weights of Alternative 240  
        3.2 Determining Weights of Alternatives with Respect to Criteria 246  
     4 Conclusion 249  
     References 249  
  Operation of Big-Data Analytics and Interactive Advertisement for Product/Service Delineation so as to Approach Its Customers 251  
     1 Introduction 251  
     2 Literature Review 253  
        2.1 Big Data 253  
        2.2 Interactive Advertisement 254  
        2.3 Big-Data Analytics and Interactive Advertisement 254  
     3 Hypothesis Development 255  
     4 Research Methodology 256  
     5 Conclusion 258  
     6 Future Scope 259  
     References 259  
  Effect of Picosecond Laser Texture Surface on Tribological Properties on High-Chromium Steel Under Non-lubricated Conditions 261  
     1 Introduction 261  
     2 Morphological Structure and Material Testing 263  
        2.1 Specimen Specifications 263  
        2.2 Texturing Process 264  
     3 Tribological Test 264  
     4 Results and Discussion 266  
        4.1 Wear 266  
        4.2 Coefficient of Friction (COF) 267  
        4.3 Temperature Variation 267  
     5 Conclusions 269  
     References 269  
  A Statistical Approach for Overcut and Burr Minimization During Drilling of Stir-Casted MgO Reinforced Aluminium Composite 272  
     1 Introduction 272  
     2 Experimental Details 274  
        2.1 Preparation of Aluminium Matrix Composite 274  
        2.2 Drilling Process 276  
        2.3 Burr Height Measurement 276  
        2.4 Overcut Measurement 277  
        2.5 Regression Analysis 277  
        2.6 Scanning Electron Microscopy Analysis 278  
     3 Results and Discussion 278  
        3.1 Overcut Measurement 284  
     4 Conclusion 285  
     References 285  
  Study and Design Conceptualization of Compliant Mechanisms and Designing a Compliant Accelerator Pedal 287  
     1 Introduction 287  
     2 Preliminaries 288  
        2.1 Pseudo-Rigid-Body Modelling 288  
     3 Modelling and Simulation 291  
        3.1 Material Selection 291  
        3.2 Mathematical Model 292  
        3.3 Solid Modelling and FEA Simulation 293  
     4 Validation 295  
     5 Conclusion 295  
     References 296  
  Numerical Study on Fracture Parameters for Slit Specimens for Al2124 and Micro-alloyed Steel 298  
     1 Introduction 298  
     2 Theory 299  
     3 Modelling 300  
        3.1 Design 300  
        3.2 Material Properties 300  
        3.3 Assembly 301  
        3.4 Step 301  
        3.5 Load and Boundary Condition 302  
        3.6 Meshing 302  
     4 Results and Discussion 302  
     5 Inference 303  
     References 307  
  Different Coating Methods and Its Effects on the Tool Steels: A Review 308  
     1 Introduction 308  
        1.1 Tool Steel 308  
     2 Recent Works on Thermal Spray Coatings and Microwave Coatings 310  
     3 Conclusion 313  
     4 Future Work 314  
     References 314  
  Evaluation of Work-Related Stress Amongst Industrial Workers 316  
     1 Introduction 316  
     2 Background 317  
     3 Methods and Materials 317  
        3.1 Physiological Measures 317  
        3.2 Psychological Questionnaire Measures 320  
        3.3 Task Validation/Legitimization 320  
     4 Data Attainment (Psychological Questionnaire Data and Physiological Signals) 321  
     5 Results and Conclusion 322  
        5.1 Questionnaire Analysis 322  
        5.2 Statistical Analysis of Acquired Physiological Signals 323  
     6 Conclusion 327  
     References 328  
  Exergoeconomic and Enviroeconomic Analysis of Flat Plate Collector: A Comparative Study 330  
     1 Introduction 330  
        1.1 Energy and Exergy Analyses 331  
     2 Exergoeconomic and Enviroeconomic Analyses of Flat Plate Collector 332  
        2.1 Fully and Partially Covered PVT Collector 333  
        2.2 Enviro-economic Analysis of Flat Plate Collector (2016) 334  
     3 A Review of the Latest Developments in the Analysis of Solar Collector 335  
     4 Conclusion 336  
     References 336  
  Lead–Lag Relationship Between Spot and Futures Prices of Indian Agri Commodity Market 339  
     1 Introduction 339  
     2 Methodology 341  
        2.1 Johansen Co-integration Test 341  
        2.2 Error Correction Model 343  
        2.3 Granger Causality Test 343  
     3 Data and Interpretation 344  
     4 Estimation Results 344  
     5 Conclusions 347  
     References 348  
  Learnify: An Augmented Reality-Based Application for Learning 349  
     1 Introduction 349  
        1.1 Overview 349  
     2 Proposed Work 351  
     3 The Idea 351  
        3.1 Implementation 351  
     4 Result 352  
        4.1 English Alphabets 352  
        4.2 Mathematical Shapes 352  
        4.3 Molecular Structure 353  
        4.4 Biology—Anatomy 354  
     5 Evaluation 354  
     6 Conclusion and Discussion 356  
     7 Future Work 357  
        7.1 Making the Application More Interactive 357  
        7.2 Animating the Models 357  
        7.3 Using a VR Headset 358  
        7.4 Using Projections 359  
     References 359  
  Thermal Analysis of Friction Stir Welding for Different Tool Geometries 360  
     1 Introduction 360  
     2 Model Description 362  
        2.1 Heat Generation 362  
        2.2 Heat Transfer 363  
        2.3 Thermal Boundary Condition 364  
        2.4 Mechanical Boundary Condition 364  
        2.5 Process Parameters 364  
     3 Results and Discussion 365  
        3.1 Thermal History 366  
        3.2 Stress Distribution 367  
     4 Conclusions 368  
     References 369  
  Analysis of Electrolyte Flow Effects in Surface Micro-ECG 370  
     1 Introduction 370  
     2 Model Approach and Geometry 371  
     3 Electrolyte Flow Simulation in IEG 371  
        3.1 Governing Equations 372  
        3.2 Boundary Conditions 372  
     4 Results and Analysis 373  
        4.1 Shear Stress and Force Evaluation 373  
        4.2 MRR Evaluation 375  
        4.3 MRR Validations 376  
     5 Conclusions 377  
     6 Future Scope 377  
     References 378  
  Investigate the Effect of Design Variables of Angular Contact Ball Bearing for the Performance Requirement 379  
     1 Introduction 379  
     2 Mathematical Model 380  
     3 Design Variables Selection 382  
     4 Design of Single Row Angular Contact Ball Bearing 382  
     5 Material Properties 383  
     6 Design Variable Matrix 383  
     7 Static Structural Analysis 384  
        7.1 Meshing and Boundary Conditions 384  
        7.2 Inputs and Results 384  
     8 Effect of Design Variables 384  
        8.1 Taguchi’s Design 388  
        8.2 Taguchi’s Analysis: Total Deformation Versus Material, Inner Raceway, Number of Balls 388  
        8.3 Taguchi’s Analysis: Equivalent Stress Versus Material, Inner Raceway, Number of Balls 388  
     9 Conclusion 389  
     References 390  
  Effect of Flow of Fluid Mass Per Unit Time on Life Cycle Conversion Efficiency of Double Slope Solar Desalination Unit Coupled with N Identical Evacuated Tubular Collectors 391  
     1 Introduction 392  
     2 Working of DSSDU Augmented with N Series Connected ETCs 393  
     3 Equations Used for Analysis 395  
     4 Procedure for Computation of LCCE for the Proposed System 396  
     5 Results and Discussion 396  
     6 Conclusions 399  
     References 399  
  Micro-milling Processes: A Review 401  
     1 Introduction 401  
     2 Various Micro-milling Techniques 403  
        2.1 Conventional Micro-milling Processes 403  
        2.2 Advanced Micro-milling Processes (AMMPs) 403  
        2.3 Hybrid Micro-milling Processes (HMMPs) 406  
     3 Conclusions 407  
     References 408  
  Strategic Enhancement of Operating Efficiency and Reliability of Process Steam Boilers System in Industry 410  
     1 Introduction 411  
     2 Design and Objectives of the Study 411  
     3 Details of the Process Boilers Studied 412  
     4 Methodology 413  
     5 Test Results 414  
     6 Measures to Improve Boiler Efficiency 416  
        6.1 Type 1 Boilers: Lancashire Boilers 416  
        6.2 Type 2 Boilers: Stoker Fired and Water Tube 417  
        6.3 Type 3 Boilers: Manual Fired and Water Tube Type 419  
        6.4 Type 4 Boilers: Step Grate and Fire Tube 420  
        6.5 Type 5 Boilers: Step Grate and Water Tube 420  
        6.6 Type 6 Boilers: Packaged and Fire Tube Type 421  
     7 General Measures 421  
        7.1 Steam Traps 422  
        7.2 Condensate Recovery 422  
     8 Other Steps Identified to Motivate Energy Conservation and Prolonged Reliability 423  
        8.1 Proper Instrumentation 423  
        8.2 Efficiency, Reliability and Maintenance 424  
        8.3 Training/Education 425  
        8.4 Incentive Schemes 425  
     9 Conclusion 425  
     References 427  
  A Step Towards Responsive Healthcare Supply Chain Management: An Overview 428  
     1 Introduction 428  
        1.1 Healthcare Supply Chain Management 429  
     2 Literature Review 431  
     3 Various Issues of Heathcare Supply Chain Management 431  
        3.1 Advancement of New Technology 431  
        3.2 Communication (Lack of Information Flow) 432  
        3.3 Cooperation 432  
        3.4 Coordination (Integration Issue) 432  
        3.5 Non Availability of Essential Medicines, Modern Equipment 432  
        3.6 Shortfall of Trained Human Resources 432  
     4 Challenges Faced by Healthcare Supply Chain Management 433  
     5 Enablers of Healthcare Supply Chain Management 433  
     6 Barriers of Healthcare Supply Chain Management 435  
     7 Benefits of Responsive Healthcare Supply Chain Management 436  
     8 Results and Interpretation 436  
     9 Conclusion and Scope for Future Research 436  
     References 437  
  Designing of Fractional Order Controller Using SQP Algorithm for Industrial Scale Polymerization Reactor 441  
     1 Introduction 441  
     2 Problem Formulation 442  
     3 Results and Discussion 443  
     4 Conclusion 447  
     References 449  
  Additive Manufacturing in Supply Chain Management: A Systematic Review 450  
     1 Introduction of Additive Manufacturing 451  
     2 Literature Review 451  
        2.1 Background of Additive Manufacturing 451  
        2.2 Review of AM in SCM 452  
        2.3 Review of AM in Supply Chain Through Simulation Model 453  
        2.4 Review Results 453  
     3 Potential Impacts of AM on SCM 455  
        3.1 Design 455  
        3.2 Production and Supply Chain 455  
        3.3 Use 456  
     4 Conclusions and Future Scope 457  
     References 458  
  A Step Towards Next-Generation Mobile Communication: 5G Cellular Mobile Communication 460  
     1 Introduction 460  
     2 Backend Explanation of 5G 461  
        2.1 Large-Frequency Bandwidth Usage 462  
        2.2 Multi-antenna Technology Innovation 463  
        2.3 Cofrequency Cotime Full-Duplex (CCFD) 463  
     3 Architecture of Cellular Mobile Communication 463  
        3.1 Security Threats 464  
        3.2 Security Services 464  
        3.3 Legends of Fig. 2 465  
     4 Fifth-Generation Communication System Evolution and Future 466  
        4.1 Since Different Scenarios Require Different Approaches to Technology and the Following Issues Need to Be Addressed in Order to Meet the Needs of the User 467  
        4.2 Innovations During 5G Communication 468  
     5 Conclusion 469  
     References 470  
  Efficacy and Challenges of Carbon Trading in India: A Comparative Analysis 471  
     1 Introduction 471  
     2 Emissions Versus Economic Growth Trade-Off: A Perennial Issue 472  
     3 Need for Political Will and Market Forces 472  
     4 Data Set 473  
     5 Opportunities in Emissions Trading 473  
     6 Calculations 473  
     7 Results 474  
     8 Role of CDM in Carbon Abatement 475  
     9 Indian Carbon Market 476  
     10 India Versus European Union 477  
     11 Challenges and Threats 477  
     12 Conclusion 477  
     13 Suggestions 478  
     References 478  
  Micro-structural Investigation of Embedded Cam Tri-flute Tool Pin During Friction Stir Welding 479  
     1 Introduction 479  
     2 Experimental Procedure 481  
     3 Result and Discussion 481  
        3.1 Macro-structure 481  
        3.2 Micro-structure 482  
     4 Conclusion 485  
     References 485  
  Design and FEM Analysis of Connecting Rod of Different Materials 487  
     1 Introduction 487  
     2 Objective 488  
     3 Materials Used in Connecting Rod 489  
     4 Design Specifications 489  
     5 Determination of Forces Acting on Connecting Rod 489  
     6 Design Calculation and Analysis 491  
        6.1 For Aluminium 7075 T6 494  
        6.2 For Carbon Steel 40C8 494  
     7 Results and Discussion 496  
     8 Conclusions 501  
     References 502  
  Numerical Study on Heat Affected Zone and Material Removal Rate of Shape Memory Alloy in Wire Electric Discharge Machining 503  
     1 Introduction 503  
     2 Methodology 505  
        2.1 FEM Approach of Heat Affected Zone (HAZ) 505  
        2.2 FEM Approach for MRR 506  
     3 Computational Analysis 507  
     4 Results and Discussion 508  
     5 Conclusion 509  
     References 510  
  A Hybrid Multi-criteria Decision-Making Approach for Selection of Sustainable Dielectric Fluid for Electric Discharge Machining Process 512  
     1 Introduction 512  
     2 Methodology 513  
        2.1 Standard Deviation (SD) Method 514  
        2.2 Proximity Indexed Value (PIV) Method 515  
     3 Illustrative Examples 516  
     4 Result and Discussion 517  
     5 Conclusion 519  
     References 519  
  Preference Selection Index Approach as MADM Method for Ranking of FMS Flexibility 521  
     1 Introduction 521  
     2 PSI Methodology 522  
     3 Ranking of Flexibility by PSI 525  
     4 Discussion and Conclusion 525  
     References 533  
  Impact of Additive Manufacturing in Value Creation, Methods, Applications and Challenges 535  
     1 Introduction 535  
     2 Main Methods 536  
        2.1 Selective Laser Sintering 537  
        2.2 Fused Deposition Melting 537  
        2.3 Powder Bed Fusion 538  
        2.4 Inkjet Printing (IJP) and Contour Crafting (CC) 538  
        2.5 Stereolithography (SLA) 538  
        2.6 Laminated Object Manufacturing 539  
        2.7 Binderjetting 539  
     3 Value Creation System 539  
     4 Trending Application 542  
        4.1 Biomaterials 542  
        4.2 Aerospace 543  
        4.3 Building 543  
     5 Challenges 543  
        5.1 Void Formation 543  
        5.2 Anisotropic Microstructure and Mechanical Properties 543  
        5.3 Divergence from Design to Execution 544  
        5.4 Layer-By-Layer Appearance 544  
     6 Conclusions 544  
     References 545  
  3D Printing: A Review of Material, Properties and Application 547  
     1 Introduction 547  
     2 Materials 548  
        2.1 Polymers and Composites 548  
        2.2 Metals 548  
        2.3 Concrete 549  
        2.4 Ceramics 549  
     3 Application 551  
        3.1 Biomaterial 551  
        3.2 Metamaterial 551  
        3.3 Aerospace 552  
        3.4 Construction Industries 552  
     4 Conclusions 553  
     References 554  
  Effect of Infill Percentage on Vibration Characteristic of 3D-Printed Structure 556  
     1 Introduction 556  
     2 Methodology 558  
        2.1 3D Printing of Structure 558  
        2.2 Experimentations 559  
     3 Results and Discussions 562  
     4 Conclusions 563  
     Reference 563  
  Study of Slender Carbon Fiber-Reinforced Columns Filled with Concrete 565  
     1 Introduction 565  
     2 Literature Review 566  
     3 Methodology 567  
        3.1 Composite Column 567  
        3.2 Column Specifications 568  
        3.3 Experimental Setup 569  
        3.4 Finite Element Analysis 571  
     4 Conclusion 572  
     References 573  
  Factors Affecting Import Demand in India: A Principal Component Analysis Framework 574  
     1 Introduction 574  
     2 Literature Survey 576  
     3 Data and Methodology 578  
        3.1 Data 578  
        3.2 Methodology 578  
     4 Results 579  
     5 Conclusion 582  
     References 583  
  Theoretical and Statistical Analysis of Inventory and Warehouse Management in Supply Chain Management—A Case Study on Small-Scale Industries 585  
     1 Supply Chain Scenario in India 586  
     2 Inventory Management 586  
        2.1 Overall Analysis of Inventory Management 587  
        2.2 Industry-Wise Data 587  
        2.3 Statistical Analysis of Inventory 590  
     3 Warehouse Management 591  
        3.1 Industry-Wise Performance 591  
        3.2 Overall Analysis of Warehouse Management 593  
        3.3 Statistical Analysis of Warehouse Management 594  
     4 Conclusion 595  
     References 596  
  Evaluation of Separation Efficiency of a Cyclone-Type Oil Separator 597  
     1 Introduction 597  
     2 Methodology 598  
        2.1 Refrigerant Mass Flow Rate Calculations 598  
     3 Analytical Model 599  
     4 Computational Fluid Dynamics Simulation 599  
        4.1 Meshing 600  
        4.2 Fluid Modeling 600  
        4.3 Boundary Conditions 601  
        4.4 Solver Parameters 601  
        4.5 Solution 601  
        4.6 Results 601  
     5 Conclusion 604  
     References 604  
  Energy Analysis of Double Evaporator Ammonia Water Vapour Absorption Refrigeration System 606  
     1 Introduction 608  
     2 System Description 610  
     3 Thermodynamic Analysis 611  
        3.1 Evaporator 612  
        3.2 Absorber 612  
        3.3 Solution Pump 612  
        3.4 Generator 612  
        3.5 Rectifier 613  
        3.6 Solution Heat Exchanger 614  
        3.7 Condenser 614  
        3.8 Throttle Valve 615  
     4 Results and Discussion 615  
        4.1 Simulation Validation 615  
        4.2 Effect of Generator Temperature on COP of System 616  
        4.3 Effect of Evaporator Temperature on COP of System 617  
        4.4 Effect of Absorber Temperature on the COP of System 618  
        4.5 Effect of Evaporator Load on the COP of Double Evaporator System 619  
        4.6 Effect of Generator Pressure on the COP of the System 620  
     5 Conclusion 621  
     References 621  
  Blockchain Technology as a Tool to Manage Digital Identity: A Conceptual Study 622  
     1 Introduction 622  
        1.1 Core Components of Blockchain Technology 624  
        1.2 Blockchain Classification 624  
        1.3 Research Objectives 625  
     2 Literature Review 625  
        2.1 Blockchain Technology 625  
        2.2 Fundamentals of Digital Identity Management 627  
        2.3 Overview of Data Privacy Algorithms Suggested by Other Researchers 629  
     3 Comparison Analysis 629  
     4 Conclusion 632  
     References 632  
  Evolution in Micro-friction Stir Welding 635  
     1 Introduction 635  
     2 Challenges in Micro-FSW 638  
     3 Discussion 638  
        3.1 Tool 638  
        3.2 Fixture 639  
        3.3 Process Parameters 639  
        3.4 Properties 640  
     4 Conclusion 641  
     References 641  
  Traffic Noise Modelling Considering Traffic Compositions at Roundabouts 643  
     1 Introduction 644  
     2 Site Selection and Parameters 645  
     3 Mathematical Modelling for Roundabout Traffic Noise 647  
        3.1 Equivalent Sound-Level Equation (Leq) 648  
        3.2 10-Percentile Sound-Level Equation (L10) 648  
        3.3 50-Percentile Sound-Level Equation (L50) 649  
        3.4 90-Percentile Sound-Level Equation (L90) 649  
     4 Comparison of the Noise Climate on the Three Roundabouts 653  
     5 1/1 Octave Band Analysis 655  
     6 Conclusion 656  
     References 657  
  Hydrogen Embrittlement Prevention in High Strength Steels by Application of Various Surface Coatings-A Review 659  
     1 Introduction 659  
     2 Hydrogen Embrittlement in Steel 660  
     3 Hydrogen Embrittlement Prevention 661  
        3.1 HE Prevention by Reduced Graphene Oxide (RGO) Coating 661  
        3.2 Coating of Zn, Ni, Cu, Al, PVD-Ti-DLC, Carbon, Nitrogen, and Oxygen Diffusion Layers 663  
        3.3 Niobium Coating on API 5CT P110 Steel 664  
     4 Conclusions 665  
     References 666  
  Commencement of Green Supply Chain Management Barriers: A Case of Rubber Industry 670  
     1 Introduction and Background 671  
     2 Identification of GSCM Barriers 671  
     3 Methodology 674  
        3.1 Interpretive Structural Modeling (ISM) 675  
        3.2 ISM Approach 675  
        3.3 MICMAC Analysis 675  
     4 Results and Discussion 681  
     5 Conclusion and Future Work 682  
     References 683  
  Estimation of Critical Key Performance Factors of Food Cold Supply Chain Using Fuzzy AHP Approach 685  
     1 Introduction and Background 686  
     2 Model Development 687  
     3 Research Methodology 688  
        3.1 Fuzzy Analytic Hierarchy Process (F-AHP) 688  
     4 Numerical Illustration 690  
     5 Results and Discussion 693  
     6 Conclusion 694  
     References 694  
  A Short Review on Machining with Ultrasonic MQL Method 696  
     1 Introduction 696  
        1.1 MQL 696  
     2 Ultrasonic MQL 698  
        2.1 Application of UMQL 698  
     3 Conclusion 700  
     References 701  
  Professional Values and Ethics: Challenges, Solutions and Different Dimension 704  
     1 Introduction 704  
     2 Professional Values and Ethics 705  
     3 Major Component of Professional Values and Ethics 705  
        3.1 Dedication Toward Work 705  
        3.2 Responsibility and Dependability 705  
        3.3 Positive Attitude 706  
        3.4 Self-motivated and Motivate Others 706  
        3.5 Strong Self-confidence 706  
        3.6 Professionalism 706  
        3.7 Loyalty, Integrity and Honesty 706  
        3.8 Respect and Discipline 707  
        3.9 Adherence to Rules/Law 707  
     4 Importance of Values and Ethics in Professional Life 707  
     5 Professional Values and Ethics: How Useful They Are 707  
     6 Ethical Dilemmas at Workplace: Challenges and Solution 708  
        6.1 Sexual Harassment and Discrimination at Workplace 708  
        6.2 Unethical Workplace Culture: Doing/Completing Personal Work During Office Time 709  
        6.3 Taking Undue Credit for What Is Not Done 709  
        6.4 Toxic Workplace 709  
        6.5 Misuse of the Technology of the Company 709  
     7 Conclusion 710  
        7.1 It Should Always Be Remembered that: 710  
  Design of 3D Printed Fabric for Fashion and Functional Applications 711  
     1 Introduction 711  
     2 State of the Art 712  
     3 3D Printing of Design Pattern on Fabrics 713  
     4 Experimental Investigation 714  
     5 Results and Discussion 715  
     6 Conclusions 716  
     References 717  
  Fabrication and Characterization of PVA-Based Films Cross-Linked with Citric Acid 718  
     1 Introduction 719  
     2 Material and Method 720  
        2.1 Material 720  
        2.2 Method 720  
        2.3 Water Absorption Test 721  
        2.4 Tensile Test 722  
     3 Result and Discussions 722  
        3.1 Water Absorption Test 722  
        3.2 Tensile Test 722  
     4 Conclusions 726  
     References 726  
  Characterization of Bael Shell (Aegle marmelos) Pyrolytic Biochar 728  
     1 Introduction 729  
     2 Materials and Methods 730  
     3 Results and Discussion 731  
        3.1 Proximate and Ultimate Analysis 731  
        3.2 Thermal Degradation Analysis 733  
        3.3 FTIR Analysis 734  
        3.4 Crystallographic Analysis 735  
        3.5 Morphology Study 736  
     4 Conclusions 738  
     References 738  
  Metal Foam Manufacturing, Mechanical Properties and Its Designing Aspects—A Review 742  
     1 Introduction 742  
     2 Review of Literature 743  
     3 Manufacturing Methods of Metal Foams 744  
     4 Mechanics of Metal Foams 746  
     5 Models Used for Analytical Computations 748  
     6 Finite Element Modelling of Metal Foam 748  
        6.1 Finite Element Model 749  
     7 Conclusion 750  
     References 750  
  Emerging Trends in Internet of Things 752  
     1 Introduction 752  
     2 Why Fog Computing? 753  
     3 Fog Computing 754  
        3.1 Basics 754  
        3.2 Fog Architecture 755  
        3.3 Fog Computing Versus Edge Computing 756  
        3.4 Latency Comparisons with Cloud Computing 756  
        3.5 Advantages of Fog Architecture 759  
        3.6 Challenges Faced by Fog Architecture 759  
     4 Mobile Cloud Computing 760  
     5 Applications 761  
     6 Potential Applications (Case Study) 761  
     7 Conclusion 763  
     References 763  
  Selection of Best Dispatching Rule for Job Sequencing Using Combined Best–Worst and Proximity Index Value Methods 764  
     1 Introduction 765  
     2 Methodology 765  
        2.1 Job Sequencing 766  
        2.2 Best–Worst Method 767  
        2.3 Proximity Index Value Method 769  
     3 Result and Discussion 770  
     4 Conclusion 772  
     References 773  
  Thermal Performance Investigation of a Single Pass Solar Air Heater 774  
     1 Introduction 775  
     2 Theoretical Analysis 776  
        2.1 Specifications of SPSAH 776  
        2.2 Properties of Air 778  
     3 Calculation of Nusselt Number 778  
        3.1 Calculation of Coefficient of Heat Transfer 778  
        3.2 Calculation of Radiative Heat Transfer Coefficients 780  
        3.3 Determination of Coefficient of Effective Heat Transfer 780  
     4 Loss Coefficient of SPSAH 780  
     5 Energy Balance for SPSAH 780  
     6 Performance Parameters of SPSAH 781  
        6.1 Collector Efficiency Factor 781  
        6.2 Collector Heat Removal Factor 781  
        6.3 Useful Heat Gain Rate 782  
     7 Results and Discussions 782  
        7.1 Effect of Variation in Re and Solar Incident Radiations on Efficiency 782  
        7.2 Effect of Variation in Reynolds Number and Solar Incident Radiations on Outlet Temperature 783  
        7.3 Effect of Variation in Reynolds Number and Incident Solar Radiations on Outlet Useful Heat Gain 783  
     8 Conclusion 784  
     References 785  
  Modelling of Ambient Noise Levels in Urban Environment 787  
     1 Introduction 787  
     2 Methodology 788  
        2.1 Ambient Noise Level Calculation 788  
        2.2 Support Vector Machine 789  
        2.3 Nonlinearity in Data 789  
     3 Results and Discussion 790  
     4 Conclusion 793  
     References 794  
  Development and Characterizations of ZrB2–SiC Composites Sintered Through Microwave Sintering 795  
     1 Introduction 795  
     2 Experimental Procedure 796  
        2.1 Materials and Samples Preparation 796  
        2.2 Characterizations 797  
     3 Results and Discussions 799  
        3.1 Microstructures and EDS Analysis 799  
        3.2 Relative Density 800  
        3.3 Vickers Microhardness 801  
        3.4 Fracture Toughness 802  
     4 Conclusions 802  
     References 803  
  Characterization of Ni-Based Alloy Coating by Thermal Spraying Process 805  
     1 Introduction 805  
     2 Material and Method 806  
        2.1 Substrate Preparation 806  
        2.2 Coating Deposition 807  
     3 Result and Discussion 808  
        3.1 Morphological Analysis 808  
        3.2 Mechanical Properties Analysis 809  
     4 Conclusion 813  
     References 813  
  A Review on Solar Panel Cleaning Through Chemical Self-cleaning Method 815  
     1 Introduction 815  
     2 Various Techniques for Cleaning Solar Panel 817  
        2.1 Natural Cleaning 817  
        2.2 Manual Cleaning 817  
        2.3 Mechanical 817  
        2.4 Electrical 817  
        2.5 Chemical Self-cleaning 818  
     3 Properties of Superhydrophobic Materials 818  
        3.1 Wettability 818  
        3.2 Contact Angle 818  
        3.3 Surface Energy and Surface Tension 819  
        3.4 Surface Roughness 819  
     4 Effect of Different Dust Pollutant on the Performance of Photovoltaic 819  
     5 The Durability of Superhydrophobic Coating 820  
     6 Conclusion 822  
     References 822  
  Investigations on Process Parameters of Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM): A Review 825  
     1 Introduction 825  
     2 Metal Additive Manufacturing 826  
        2.1 Electron Beam Additive Manufacturing (EBAM) 826  
        2.2 Wire and Laser-Based Additive Manufacturing (WLAM) 827  
        2.3 Wire and Arc-Based Additive Manufacturing (WAAM) 827  
     3 Parameters Affecting the WAAM Technology 828  
        3.1 Wire Feed Speed (WFS) 828  
        3.2 Travel Speed 829  
        3.3 Heat Input 829  
        3.4 Deposition Direction 829  
        3.5 Bulk Deformation 829  
     4 Applications of WAAM 830  
        4.1 Aerospace Industries 830  
        4.2 Nuclear Industry 830  
        4.3 Medical Industry 830  
     5 Issues and Challenges 830  
        5.1 Surface and Material Quality 830  
        5.2 Residual Stress and Distortion 831  
     6 Conclusion 831  
     References 831  
  A State-of-the-Art Review on Fused Deposition Modelling Process 834  
     1 Introduction 834  
     2 History of Additive Manufacturing 835  
     3 Role of AM in Industries 4.0 836  
     4 Fused Deposition Modelling 836  
     5 Materials in FDM 837  
     6 Defects 837  
        6.1 Void Formation 837  
        6.2 Anisotropic Nature of Structure 838  
        6.3 Deviation from Actual Design 838  
        6.4 Layer-by-Layer Appearance 838  
        6.5 Warping Defect 839  
        6.6 Residual Stress and Strain 839  
     7 Process Parameters of FDM 839  
     8 Research Area in FDM 840  
     9 Conclusion 841  
     References 841  
  3D Modelling of Human Joints Using Reverse Engineering for Biomedical Applications 844  
     1 Introduction 844  
     2 Methodology 846  
        2.1 3D Slicer 846  
        2.2 Blender 849  
     3 Fabrication of Joints 851  
     4 Results and Discussions 852  
     5 Conclusions 853  
     References 853  
  Institutional Distance in Cross-Border M&As: Indian Evidence 855  
     1 Introduction 855  
     2 Literature Review 857  
        2.1 Institutional Distance 857  
        2.2 Cross-Border M&A, Institutional Distance and Ownership Structure 858  
     3 Methodology 859  
        3.1 Data Collection and Sample 859  
        3.2 Measures 859  
     4 Results and Discussion 860  
     5 Conclusion 864  
     References 865  
  Synthesis and Characterization of PVDF/PMMA-Based Piezoelectric Blend Membrane 867  
     1 Introduction 867  
     2 Experimental Setup 868  
        2.1 Materials 868  
     3 Method of Preparation 868  
     4 Characterization 869  
     5 Results and Discussions 869  
     6 Conclusion 872  
     References 872  
  Comparative Study of Retrofitted Columns Using Abaqus Software 874  
     1 Introduction 874  
     2 Objective of the Study 875  
     3 Literature Review 875  
     4 Materials Used 875  
        4.1 Carbon Fibre 876  
        4.2 Steel 876  
        4.3 Aluminium 876  
        4.4 E-Fibre Glass 876  
        4.5 Douglas Fir Wood 876  
        4.6 Polytetrafluoroethylene (Teflon) 877  
     5 Methodology 877  
        5.1 Design Steps in ABAQUS [1] 877  
     6 Results and Analysis 878  
        6.1 Standard Column 878  
        6.2 Carbon Fibre 879  
        6.3 Steel 879  
        6.4 Aluminium 880  
        6.5 Composite of Aluminium and Steel 880  
        6.6 E-Fibre Glass 881  
        6.7 Douglas Fir Wood 882  
        6.8 Polytetrafluoroethylene (Teflon) 882  
     7 Conclusion 883  
     Reference 883  
  Optimal Pricing and Procurement Decisions for Items with Imperfect Quality and Fixed Shelf Life Under Selling Price Dependent and Power Time Pattern Demand 884  
     1 Introduction 885  
     2 Notations and Assumptions 886  
     3 Problem Definition and Model Formulation 888  
     4 Solution Methodology 893  
     5 Numerical Examples 893  
     6 Sensitivity Analysis 895  
     7 Conclusion 898  
     References 899  
  Experimental Analysis of Portable Optical Solar Water Heater 901  
     1 Introduction 902  
     2 Literature Review 902  
     3 Methodology and Experimental Setup 903  
        3.1 Components of Experimental Test Rig 903  
     4 Fabrication of Experimental Test Rig 906  
        4.1 Design and Fabrication of the Frame 907  
        4.2 Design and Fabrication of the Storage Tank and Piping 907  
     5 Experiments 908  
     6 Analytical Computation 909  
        6.1 Calculation of Ideal Temperature Rise Due to Optical Solar Collector 909  
     7 Results and Discussion 910  
     8 Comparison with Flat Plate Collector 912  
     9 Conclusion 912  
     References 913  
  CO2 Laser Micromachining of Polymethyl Methacrylate (PMMA): A Review 914  
     1 Introduction 914  
     2 Principle of Laser Machining 915  
        2.1 Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Laser 916  
     3 CO2 Laser Micromachining of PMMA 916  
     4 Conclusions 919  
     References 919  
  Design of Delay Compensator for a Selected Process Model 921  
     1 Introduction 921  
     2 Methodology 922  
     3 Results and Discussion 923  
     4 Conclusion 923  
     References 926  
  Fly Ash, Rice Husk Ash as Reinforcement with Aluminium Metal Matrix Composite: A Review of Technique, Parameter and Outcome 927  
     1 Introduction 928  
     2 Review of Experimental Analysis 928  
     3 Technique of Fabrication and Wear Mechanism 929  
     4 About Aluminium Alloy 929  
     5 About Agro-Generated Waste 929  
     6 About Fly Ash (FA) 930  
     7 Rice Husk to Ash Preparation Processing 930  
     8 Technique to Fabricate Compo-Composite 931  
     9 Effect on Mechanical Properties of Compo-Composite on Addition of Rice Husk Ash and Fly Ash 931  
     10 AA6061/RHA Aluminium Matrix Composite Sliding Wear Behaviour 931  
     11 Conclusion 934  
     References 934  
  Optimization of CNC Lathe Turning: A Review of Technique, Parameter and Outcome 937  
     1 Introduction 938  
     2 Literature Review 938  
     3 Conclusions 945  
     References 945  
  Innovations and Future of Robotics 948  
     1 Introduction 948  
     2 Next-Generation Future Robotics 949  
     3 Intelligent Devices 950  
     4 Use of the Robotics 951  
     5 Conclusion and Future Scope 952  
     References 952  
  Optimization of EDM Process Parameters: A Review of Technique, Process, and Outcome 954  
     1 Introduction 955  
     2 Taguchi Method 957  
     3 Conclusion 967  
     References 967  
  Impact Behavior of Deformable Pin-Reinforced PU Foam Sandwich Structure 970  
     1 Introduction 970  
     2 Design and Numerical Analysis 972  
     3 Results and Discussion 974  
     4 Conclusion 977  
     References 978  
  Sensitivity Improvement of Piezoelectric Mass Sensing Cantilevers Through Profile Optimization 979  
     1 Introduction 979  
     2 Theory and Experiments 980  
     3 Results and Discussion 982  
     4 Conclusions 984  
     References 986  
  Current Status, Applications, and Factors Affecting Implementation of Additive Manufacturing in Indian Healthcare Sector: A Literature-Based Review 987  
     1 Introduction 987  
     2 Research Questions 988  
        2.1 What Is the Benefit of Using Additive Manufacturing in Healthcare Sector? 988  
        2.2 What Is the Present Status of Additive Manufacturing in Indian Healthcare Sector? 988  
        2.3 What Are the Steps to Create a 3D Printed Body Part Used in Healthcare Sector by Additive Manufacturing? 988  
        2.4 What Are the Applications of Additive Manufacturing in Indian Healthcare Sector? 989  
        2.5 What Are the Factors Affecting the Implementation of Additive Manufacturing in Indian Healthcare Sector? 989  
     3 Benefits of Additive Manufacturing in Healthcare Sector 989  
     4 Research Status on Additive Manufacturing in Indian Healthcare Sector 990  
     5 Steps Used to Create a 3D Printed Body Part Used in Healthcare Sector by Additive Manufacturing [22] 991  
        5.1 Applications of Additive Manufacturing in Healthcare Sector 991  
     6 Factors Affecting Implementation of Additive Manufacturing in Indian Healthcare Sector 991  
     7 Discussion 992  
     8 Future Scope 994  
     9 Conclusion 994  
     References 1000  
  System Optimization for Economic and Sustainable Production and Utilization of Compressed Air (A Case Study in Asbestos Sheet Manufacturing Plant) 1003  
     1 Introduction 1004  
     2 Design and Objectives of the Study 1005  
     3 Details of Process Systems and Major Equipment of Compressed Air Network Studied 1006  
        3.1 Operating Systems and Energy Use 1006  
        3.2 Technical Information 1007  
     4 Methodology 1007  
        4.1 FAD Test of RCs by Pump-Up Method 1008  
        4.2 FAD Test by Suction Velocity Method 1009  
     5 Observations on Operating Practices 1009  
        5.1 Operating Pressure 1009  
        5.2 Inlet Air Temperature, Air Filter Position, Suction Side Piping/Fittings 1010  
        5.3 Drain Valves for Moisture Removal 1011  
        5.4 Aftercoolers and Intercoolers 1011  
        5.5 Compressed Air Delivery System (up to Distribution Headers/branch Pipes) 1011  
     6 Analysis of Test/Performance Results 1012  
        6.1 FAD by Pump-Up Tests 1012  
        6.2 Compressed Air Leakage Tests/Estimation and Its Supply and Demand Balancing 1012  
     7 Use of Automatic/Manual Drain Valve in Air Receiver 1015  
     8 Measures to Improve Performance of Compressed Air System 1015  
        8.1 Long-Term Measures 1015  
        8.2 Short Term and Housekeeping Measures 1017  
     9 Conclusions 1017  
     References 1018  
  Investigating the Prospects of E-waste and Plastic Waste as a Material for Partial Replacement of Aggregates in Concrete 1019  
     1 Introduction 1019  
     2 Methodology 1020  
        2.1 Experimental Investigation 1020  
        2.2 Experimental Programme 1020  
        2.3 Material Properties 1021  
        2.4 Flowchart of Experiment 1022  
        2.5 Tests Conducted 1022  
        2.6 Standard Design Mix 1023  
     3 Results 1024  
     4 Conclusion 1025  
     5 Scope for Further Research 1026  
     References 1026  
  Investigation of Combustion, Performance and Emission of Aluminium Oxide Nanoparticles as Additives in CI Engine Fuels: A Review 1027  
     1 Introduction 1028  
        1.1 Alumina (Aluminium Oxide Al2O3) Nanoparticles 1029  
     2 Summary 1032  
     3 Conclusion 1033  
     References 1034  
  A Review of CI Engine Performance and Emissions with Graphene Nanoparticle Additive in Diesel and Biodiesel Blends 1036  
     1 Introduction 1037  
     2 GNPs Nanoparticles 1038  
     3 Summary 1040  
     4 Conclusion 1041  
     References 1042  
  Synthesis and Study of a Novel Carboxymethyl Guar Gum/Polyacrylate Polymeric Structured Hydrogel for Agricultural Application 1044  
     1 Introduction 1044  
     2 Experimental 1045  
        2.1 Material 1045  
        2.2 Synthesis of the Hydrogel 1046  
        2.3 Swelling Studies 1046  
        2.4 Characterization 1048  
        2.5 Gel Content of Hydrogels 1048  
        2.6 Water Retention Study in Soil 1049  
        2.7 Plantation of Barley Seeds 1049  
     3 Result and Discussion 1049  
        3.1 Swelling Studies 1049  
        3.2 Maximum Water Absorption Capacity 1050  
        3.3 Plantation 1052  
        3.4 Characterization 1052  
     4 Conclusion 1053  
     References 1054  
  Artificial Neural Network (ANN) for Forecasting of Flood at Kasol in Satluj River, India 1056  
     1 Introduction 1057  
     2 The Study Area and Data Collection 1057  
     3 Artificial Neural Networks 1057  
     4 Data Analysis 1059  
        4.1 Assessment of Performance 1061  
        4.2 Model Set-Up 1061  
     5 Results and Discussions 1062  
     6 Conclusion 1065  
     References 1065  
  Sewage Treatment Using Alum with Chitosan: A Comparative Study 1066  
     1 Introduction 1067  
     2 Materials and Methods 1068  
     3 Results and Discussion 1068  
     4 Conclusion 1077  
     References 1079  
  Automatic Plastic Sorting Machine Using Audio Wave Signal 1081  
     1 Introduction 1082  
        1.1 Plastic Detection Using Fourier Transform 1082  
        1.2 Image Processing Technique 1082  
     2 Methodology 1083  
        2.1 Extraction of Audio Information 1083  
        2.2 Mechanical System Design 1084  
     3 Working in Real-Time Scenario 1087  
     4 Results and Discussion 1088  
     5 Application 1089  
     6 Conclusion 1089  
     7 Future Work 1090  
     References 1090  
  GSM Constructed Adaptable Locker Safety Scheme by Means of RFID, PIN Besides Finger Print Expertise 1092  
     1 Introduction 1092  
     2 Methodology 1093  
        2.1 Basic Approach 1093  
        2.2 Architecture 1094  
     3 Implementation and Results 1095  
        3.1 Arduino 1095  
        3.2 GSM 1095  
        3.3 RFID 1095  
        3.4 Unique Mark Module 1096  
        3.5 Arduino IDE 1096  
        3.6 Storage Mode 1096  
        3.7 Security Mode 1097  
     4 Application 1097  
     5 Conclusion 1097  
     6 Future Enhancements 1098  
     References 1098  
  Low-Voltage Squarer–Divider Circuit Using Level Shifted Flipped Voltage Follower 1100  
     1 Introduction 1100  
     2 Voltage Follower 1101  
        2.1 Voltage Follower 1101  
        2.2 Flipped Voltage Follower (FVF) 1102  
     3 Squarer–Divider Circuit 1104  
        3.1 MOS Translinear (MTL) 1104  
     4 Simulation Result 1107  
     5 Conclusion 1108  
     References 1109  
  Memristor-Based Electronically Tunable Unity-Gain Sallen–Key Filters 1110  
     1 Introduction 1110  
     2 Modeling of Memristor 1111  
     3 Sallen–Key Filter 1112  
     4 Memristor-Based Unity-Gain Sallen–Key Filters 1114  
     5 Simulation Results 1116  
     6 Conclusion 1118  
     References 1121  
  Influence of Target Fields on Impact Stresses and Its Deformations in Aerial Bombs 1122  
     1 Introduction 1122  
     2 3-D Modelling of Aerial Bomb 1123  
        2.1 Finite Element Modelling/Meshing 1123  
     3 FE Simulation of Aerial Bomb with Different Target Fields—Results and Discussions 1124  
        3.1 Impact Stresses and Its Deformations in Aerial Bombshells—Sand Target Field 1125  
     4 Conclusions 1127  
     Reference 1127  
  A Review of Vortex Tube Device for Cooling Applications 1129  
     1 Introduction 1129  
     2 How It Works 1130  
     3 Thermodynamic Analysis of Vortex Tube 1130  
     4 Nomenclature 1132  
     5 Benefits of Vortex Tube 1132  
     6 State of the Art Review 1133  
        6.1 Performance Investigation 1133  
        6.2 Design Modification 1134  
        6.3 Altering Parameters 1135  
        6.4 Using Devices and Attachments 1136  
     7 Conclusion 1136  
     References 1137  
  Implementation of Six-Sigma Tools in Hospitality Industry: A Case Study 1139  
     1 Introduction 1139  
     2 Literature Review 1140  
     3 Implementation and Results 1141  
        3.1 Define Phase 1141  
        3.2 Measure Phase 1143  
        3.3 Analyze Phase 1144  
        3.4 Improve Phase 1147  
        3.5 Control Phase 1149  
     4 Conclusion 1149  
     References 1150  
  Impact of Integrating Artificial Intelligence with IoT-Enabled Supply Chain—A Systematic Literature Review 1151  
     1 Introduction 1151  
     2 Literature Review 1152  
        2.1 Internet of Things (IoT)-Enabled Supply Chain 1153  
        2.2 Integrating AI with Internet of Things (IoT)-Enabled Supply Chain 1153  
        2.3 Impact of Integrating AI with IoT-Enabled Supply Chain 1154  
     3 Result and Discussion 1155  
     4 Conclusion 1155  
     References 1156  
  Experimental Study for the Health Monitoring of Milling Tool Using Statistical Features 1157  
     1 Introduction 1157  
     2 Experimental Setup 1158  
     3 Features Extraction 1160  
     4 Results and Discussions 1160  
        4.1 Trend Analysis of Features Along x-Direction 1160  
        4.2 Trend Analysis of Features Along y-Direction and z-Direction 1161  
     5 Surface Topography 1163  
        5.1 Important Parameter for Surface Roughness 1165  
     6 Conclusion 1165  
     References 1166  
  PVT Aware Analysis of ISCAS C17 Benchmark Circuit 1167  
     1 Introduction 1167  
     2 Simulation Setup 1170  
     3 Leakage Power Reduction Techniques 1170  
        3.1 Power Gating (PG) Technique 1170  
        3.2 LECTOR Technique 1171  
        3.3 GALEOR Technique 1171  
        3.4 Drain Gating (DG) Technique 1173  
     4 PVT Analysis 1173  
     5 Results and Discussions 1174  
        5.1 Temperature Variations 1174  
        5.2 Voltage Variations 1176  
        5.3 Process Corner Variations 1177  
     6 Conclusion and Future Scope 1178  
     References 1178  
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