Physical and electrochemical performances of novel tellurium composite films as anode applications in energy storage systems.

Portable electronic devices and electric cars use lithium-ion batteries, but clumping lithium alloys limit their lifespan. Due to their strong electronic conductivity, volumetric capacity, and high energy density, researchers are conducting research on electrochemical metal cells utilizing tellurium for high-performance batteries. Theoretically, lithium-tellurium batteries can improve energy densities three times more than lithium-ion batteries.

The Impact of Hydrostatic Pressure on the Structural, Mechanical, Thermal, and Optoelectronic Characteristics of the RbVSb Kagome Compound: Ab initio Approach.

We studied the RbVSb kagome compound's structural, mechanical, thermal, and optoelectronic properties. Mulliken and Hirshfeld population analysis found ionic and covalent connections in RbVSb. The Born stability criterion shows that pure RbVSb is mechanically stable.

Green tea and tulsi extracts as efficient green corrosion inhibitor for aluminum alloy in alkaline medium.

Corrosion is a major issue in every industrial system. As a result of its widespread application, aluminum suffers enormous annual losses due to corrosion. Scientists are continually on the lookout for effective anti-corrosion strategies.

Advances of plant and biomass extracted zirconium nanoparticles in dental implant application.

Nanoparticles are minimal materials with unique physicochemical features that set them apart from bulk materials of the same composition. These properties make nanoparticles highly desirable for use in commercial and medical research. The primary intention for the development of nanotechnology is to achieve overarching social objectives like bettering our understanding of nature, boosting productivity, improving healthcare, and extending the bounds of sustainable development and human potential.

Development and characterization of natural sourced bioplastic for food packaging applications.

Climate change and increased pollution caused by traditional petrochemical plastics made the biodegradable environment-friendly plastic (bioplastic) research more popular. Bioplastics can be manufactured from natural renewable ingredients and used as food packaging material without harming the environment. This research work focuses on developing bioplastic films from natural ingredients such as starch of tamarind seeds, and berry seeds, with licorice root.

Green synthesis and characterization of zirconium nanoparticlefor dental implant applications.

Green synthesis is a promising and cost-effective technique to synthesize nanoparticles from plant extract. The present study shows the green synthesis of zirconium nanoparticles using the extract of ginger, garlic, and zirconium nitride. The obtained nanoparticles were studied for potential dental implant applications.

Synthesis and characterization of plant extracted silver nanoparticles and advances in dental implant applications.

Dental implantology has always emphasized silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) for various applications due to their biocompatibility, antibacterial activity, and increased surface volume ratio offered by these particles. It is utilized to a large extent in the dental implant industry as a surface modification, biocompatible constituent and composite material. AgNPs may be produced inexpensively, sustainably, and environmentally responsibly by utilizing technologies that extract the plant material.

Synthesis and Characterization of Eco-Friendly Bio-Composite from Fenugreek as a Natural Resource.

The present study show the usability of starch (tamarind) based-bio-composite film reinforced by fenugreek by various percentages to replace the traditional petrochemical plastics. The prepared bio-composite films were systematically characterized using the universal testing machine (UTM), soil degradation, scanning electron microscope (SEM), X-ray diffraction (XRD), thermogravimetric analyzer (TGA), and antibacterial tests. The experiments showed that a lower percentage of fenugreek improves biodegradation and mechanical strength.

Development of SiC-TiO-Graphene neem extracted antimicrobial nano membrane for enhancement of multiphysical properties and future prospect in dental implant applications.

This paper presents the coating technology on Nano membrane using SiC-TiO2-Graphene with varying percentages of (Neem) extract with an objective to develop new coating materials. The nanomembranes have been synthesized by electrospinning machine over aluminum foil paper using the raw materials PVA grain, SiC, TiO2, Graphene, and neem. The nanomembranes have been characterized by SEM, XRD, FTIR, Surface Roughness, antibacterial, and Cytotoxicity test.

Fabrication and investigation of the physico-mechanical properties of Jute-PALF reinforced LLDPE hybrid composites: Effect of gamma irradiation.

The hybridization effect of agro-waste pineapple leaf fibre (PALF) and jute fibre as reinforcement in linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE) composites was investigated in this work. The samples were fabricated by using the heat press compression moulding. The effect of gamma irradiation on composite physico-mechanical properties was also investigated in order to determine the best gamma dose among 2.

Investigation on structure, thermodynamic and multifunctional properties of Ni-Zn-Co ferrite for Gd substitution.

This study presents a modification of structure-dependent elastic, thermodynamic, magnetic, transport and magneto-dielectric properties of a Ni-Zn-Co ferrite tailored by Gd substitution at the B-site replacing Fe ions. The synthesized composition of NiZnCoFe Gd O (0 ≤ ≤ 0.12) crystallized with a single-phase cubic spinel structure that belongs to the 3̄ space group.

What makes a difference for further advancement of engineers: socioeconomic background or education programs?

Education is considered to be the most effective tool that people can use to lift themselves out of poor socioeconomic backgrounds and lead to professional success, which in turn improves society. Since an education system often supports individuals with a higher socioeconomic status (SES), it may not resolve the issue of socioeconomic background impacting on career outcomes. Given the nature of the research questions, an individualistic approach is used for selecting tools.

Effect of nanocatalysts on the transesterification reaction of first, second and third generation biodiesel sources- A mini-review.

Biodiesel is a fuel that has numerous benefits over traditional petrodiesel. The transesterification process is the most popular method for biodiesel production from various sources, categorized as first, second and third generation biodiesel depending on the source. The transesterification process is subject to a variety of factors that can be taken into account to improve biodiesel yield.

Prospect of biobased antiviral face mask to limit the coronavirus outbreak.

The rapid spread of COVID-19 has led to nationwide lockdowns in many countries. The COVID-19 pandemic has played serious havoc on economic activities throughout the world. Researchers are immensely curious about how to give the best protection to people before a vaccine becomes available.

Multiphysical analysis of nanoparticles and their effects on plants.

Nanoparticles are the magic bullets and at the leading edge in the field of nanotechnology, and their unique properties make these materials indispensable and superior in many areas, including the electronic field. Extensive applications of nanomaterials are incontrovertibly entering our living system. The increasing use of nanomaterials into the ecosystem is one of the crucial environmental factors that human being is facing.

Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer (GFRP) Bars for Enhancing the Flexural Performance of RC Beams Using Side-NSM Technique.

Reinforced concrete (RC) structures require strengthening for numerous factors, such as increased load, modification of the structural systems, structural upgrade or errors in the design and construction stages. The side near-surface mounted (SNSM) strengthening technique with glass fiber-reinforced polymer (GFRP) bars is a relatively new emerging technique for enhancing the flexural capacities of existing RC elements. Nine RC rectangular beams were flexurally strengthened with this technique and tested under four-point bending loads until failure.