This paper presents the evaluation of performance parameters viz a viz Brake Specific Fuel Consumptions (BSFC), brake powers and mechanical efficiencies of a diesel engine run on biodiesel, its blends and diesel. The results of the evaluation showed that all the parameters exhibi...
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Research Article10.9734/AIR/2016/23418
Kajal Sao, Fahmida Khan, Piyush Kant Pandey & Madhurima Pandey·Advances in Research·2016
Fahmida The removal efficiency of Tinospora cordifolia from manganese containing aqueous solutions was investigated. The effect of adsorbent dosages, pH of solution, initial Mn (II) concentration and contact time was investigated using a batch adsorption technique. The optimum pH...
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Research Article10.9734/AIR/2016/23224
Aims: To investigate the nutritional quality of weaning foods produced from maize gruel 'ogi’ and crayfish using combined traditional processing techniques (germination, fermentation and toasting). Study Design: Randomized block design. Place and Duration of Study: Department o...
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Research Article10.9734/AIR/2016/21981
As materials that help in the conservation of soil moisture, improvement of soil health and fertility, mulches also improve microbial activity, which is sin qua non to successful intrinsic bioremediation. The study investigated the effects of mulching with selected materials on t...
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Research Article10.9734/AIR/2016/22938
N. Naveen, C. Bharath, N. Vanishree, M. Vinitha, Deepa Bullappa, P. Guru Suhas & Swati Patnaik·Advances in Research·2016
Introduction: Nosocomial infections are a major concern to both clinicians and health care seekers. Investigations have suggested that laptops & mobile phones may contribute to cross-contamination and can serve as vehicles for infection transmission. Methodology: The samples...
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Research Article10.9734/AIR/2016/22946
S. A. Joseph, M. O. Oduola, K. J. Akinluwade & A. R. Adetunji·Advances in Research·2016
The Laser cutting machine cuts a given profile with precision and accuracy that cannot be compared with other CNC cutting machines. This is made possible because the laser cutting beam forms a thin kerf of about 0.15 mm during the cutting process. The heat affected zone (HAZ) on...
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Research Article10.9734/AIR/2016/18480
Lack of opportunities, and a limited availability of employment in the politically unstable valley of Jammu and Kashmir, in India, has permeated each section of the society, creating new problems for the ethnic minority of Kashmiris in all spheres of their lives from healthcare,...
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Research Article10.9734/AIR/2016/23010
Background: Biological control holds promise in managing bacterial wilt disease. However, its efficacy is limited by harsh environmental conditions when applied without use of suitable carrier materials. Aim: The study entailed synthesis of nanocarrier materials for biological co...
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Research Article10.9734/AIR/2016/22742
L. O. Chike-Mozie, C. C. Ekwealor, T. C. Ajogwu, C. Chibor-Ekweanya & I. A. Ekwealor·Advances in Research·2016
Aim: To screen for active Lysine -producing yeasts. Study Design: Examination of different kinds of fruits. Place and Duration of Study: Department of Applied Microbiology and Brewing, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, from January, 2014 and July, 2015. Methodology: Yeast isolates...
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Research Article10.9734/AIR/2016/21988
Johann Van Bel, Christopher Tong, Ryan N. Gan, Manuel Eshaghof, Chris-Dominique N. Nsavu-Nzau & Yong X. Gan·Advances in Research·2016
The objective of this work is to develop a casting manufacturing process to produce a bismuth-based porous material. Induction heating was applied to melt Bi-Sn alloy in a quartz tube and the molten alloy was cast into loosely compacted sodium chloride powder. After the sodium ch...
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Research Article10.9734/AIR/2016/23400