Netaji Subhas University of Technology

Integrated hyperspectral imaging for enhanced landmine detection

Landmines remain major threats in post-conflict environments, threatening the lives of civilians and hindering recovery processes. This research examines the application of hyperspectral imaging (HSI) in the visible near-infrared (VNIR), shortwave infrared (SWIR), and longwave in...

Comparative study of processing environments in fiber laser texturing of CFRP for enhanced adhesive bonding strength

Laser surface texturing of carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) surfaces serves as a viable option for achieving improved surface preparation for adhesive bonding; however, CFRP surfaces may retain defects that can affect the service performance of the joint. In the present stu...

Carbon-regulated ZnS heterostructures for pseudocapacitors: unveiling the suppressive effect of excess carbon on specific capacitance and electrochemical kinetics

A ZnS–carbon heterostructured electrode was synthesized using different initial carbon loadings and systematically investigated for pseudocapacitive energy storage. The study focuses on elucidating how carbon loading influences the structural, interfacial, and electrochemical cha...

Assessment of pyrolytic algal oil as a sustainable alternative lubricant base oil

Purpose This study aims to investigate the potential of algal oil as a bio-derived alternative to commercial lubricant base oil by analyzing its chemical composition, rheological properties and structural characteristics validated by functional analysis. Design/methodology/approa...

Coupled analysis of tire slip and longitudinal vehicle response using a parameterized tire model under different torque conditions

This study presents a computational investigation of longitudinal tire slip dynamics and their influence on vehicle motion using a parameterized tire model within an integrated four-wheel vehicle framework. Existing analytical, reduced-order, and experimental studies frequently t...

Transparent Photovoltaic Technologies: Materials, Device Physics, Trade‐Offs, and Future Directions

Transparent photovoltaics (TPVs) are a transformative solar technology that can simultaneously generate electricity and transmit visible light, making them well-suited for integration into windows, building facades, vehicles, and wearable electronics. Unlike conventional opaque s...

Exploring Key Infrastructure Indicators Influencing Residential Property Values: A Delphi Analysis in the National Capital Region of Delhi

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Comparative assessment of landslide susceptibility using heuristic and statistical models in Chamoli, Uttarakhand, India

Landslides pose a recurring threat to human settlements, infrastructure, and ecosystems in the seismically active Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India. This study presents a comparative landslide susceptibility assessment using three distinct models: Frequency Ratio (FR), Shann...

Development of solar powered grid integrated on-board charger for light EVs

This article proposes the architecture of a solar-powered grid integrated on-board charger for electric vehicles (EVs) utilizing the unique combination of an interleaved Cuk converter and a modified flyback converter. On one side, the interleaved Cuk converter ( IL-Cuk ) power fa...

Unveiling hidden air pollution exposure and impacts with low-cost sensor network-based frameworks

India has made some progress in mitigating severe air pollution; however, many regions continue to experience fine particulate matter (PM2.5) levels exceeding World Health Organization and national standards. Despite this, local-scale exposure information beyond urban centers, in...

Religious consumerism: conceptualisation, scale development and validation

Purpose Although the intersection between religion and consumerism is multifaceted, complex and dynamic, this study aims to offer a new insight into the amalgamation of religion and consumerism through conceptualising religious consumerism. It also develops and validates a scale...

Efficient DR-23 adsorption by ZIF-67-acetate and sulfate in single and mixed dye matrices

Abstract Toxicants such as Direct Red-23 (DR-23) require advanced wastewater treatment techniques to mitigate environmental pollution. Herein, two variants of ZIF-67 (acetate and sulfate) were fabricated and investigated for the advanced adsorption of DR-23. Using different count...

Design and Analysis of a Ring Dielectric Resonator Antenna Offering High Gain Over Wide Bandwidth

ABSTRACT A wideband coaxial‐fed ring dielectric resonator antenna (DRA) design is presented, offering uniform high gain over its wide operating bandwidth. The proposed antenna uses a simple, compact, and cost‐effective coaxial edge‐feeding to achieve a wideband broadside radiatio...

Synergistic Ag/In Co-doping-Induced Band and InterfaceEngineering in p-Type CuSe on Carbon Fabric for a FlexibleThermoelectric Generator

Abstract In the present work, a dual-doping strategy with silver (Ag) and indium (In) in copper selenide (CuSe) nanoparticles on conductive carbon fabric (CF) has been employed with a facile hydrothermal technique. This co-doping strategy outperforms single-element doping by enab...

Comprehensive multiscale analysis and performance optimization of triple-layer perovskite solar cell

This research conducts a detailed simulation-based study of a multilayer perovskite solar cell (PSC) design, featuring three separate absorber layers: top, middle, and bottom. Each absorber layer was chosen from a variety of candidate materials with different bandgaps so that goo...

Performance enhancement of recycled coarse aggregates with dual treatment in concrete

This study addresses the growing demand for concrete and dwindling natural resources by presenting a dual-treatment method to enhance recycled coarse aggregates (RCA) for sustainable concrete. RCA was treated with 0.8 M hydrochloric acid for 24 h followed by mechanical abrasion i...