-
Chapter and Conference Paper
Performance Enhancement of MIMO Configurations in FSO System Under Different Weather Conditions
Free-space optics (FSO) is an optical wireless communication technique in which free space (air, outer space or vacuum) acts as a medium between transceivers, and for the effective transmission of the optical ...
-
Chapter and Conference Paper
Thermohydraulic Performance of a Packed Bed Solar Energy Storage System
In the present scenario, solar energy is one of the sustainable solutions to limit the greenhouse gases emitted by conventional energy systems. But solar energy is intermittent. So in order to use solar energy...
-
Article
A Review of Glacial Lake Expansion and Associated Glacial Lake Outburst Floods in the Himalayan Region
Climate change is strongly affecting the Himalayas. Geologically young and fragile, the Himalayas are sensitive to even minor changes in the climate. Regional warming in Himalayas has been observed between 0.1...
-
Article
Performance analysis of FSO system with spatial diversity using two-point Padé approximation
Free Space Optics is a field of communication with atmosphere as the channel, imposing a number of challenges in transmission of information. This paper presents a novel analytical approach to analyze the perf...
-
Article
Testing Solar-MAODV energy efficient model on various modulation techniques in wireless sensor and optical networks
Wireless sensor networks (WSNs) suffer from energy imbalance and short lifespan among the sensor nodes placed near sink node. To optimally resolve the problem of battery of sensor nodes (SNs), many researchers...
-
Article
Quantitative morphometric analysis of Veshav and Rembi Ara watersheds, India, using quantum GIS
Quantitative drainage morphometric analysis has assumed tremendous significance as it plays an important role in understanding the hydrological response behaviour of a drainage basin. Different potential hazar...
-
Article
Finding an appropriate radio propagation model for rate aware congestion control mechanism in wireless sensor networks
Congestion control techniques are considered to be one of the most imperative ways to overcome various challenges in wireless sensor networks (WSNs). Undeniably, congestion has a substantial impact on Quality ...
-
Article
Open AccessPlanar Equilibria of an Elastic Rod Wrapped Around a Circular Capstan
We present a study on planar equilibria of a terminally loaded elastic rod wrapped around a rigid circular capstan. Both frictionless and frictional contact between the rod and the capstan are considered. We i...
-
Article
The effects of flux particle size and column height on the bead geometry in submerged arc welding
The weld bead geometry has a significant influence on the quality of welds in submerged arc welding (SAW). Much research has been undertaken to investigate the influence of various welding parameters like arc ...
-
Chapter and Conference Paper
A Virtual Tutor to Enhance the Solving Skills of School Children Using Performance Evaluation and Navigation System
The proposed AI-based Performance Analysis and Navigation System (AI-PANS) aims at the development of self-learning app for the students of Grade 1–10 students studying in the Maharashtra (India) State Board and ...
-
Chapter
Land Suitability Assessment for Mulberry-Based Agroforestry Using AHP and GIS Technique in the Northwestern Himalayan Region of Kashmir Valley, India to Achieve Sustainable Agriculture
Land suitability assessments are necessary to reduce human impact on the environment and determine the best use of land. The Baramulla district of the Kashmir valley has been searched for in this study as a po...
-
Chapter
Bioenergy: Challenges Ahead and Future
Increasing population, urbanization, rapid industrialization, fast depleting fossil fuels, environmental degradation, and rising energy demands, have left us with no other means than looking for alternative en...
-
Article
Open AccessA Ribbon Model for Nematic Polymer Networks
We present a theory of deformation of ribbons made of nematic polymer networks (NPNs). These materials exhibit properties of rubber and nematic liquid crystals, and can be activated by external stimuli of heat...
-
Article
Multi-criteria land suitability assessment for mulberry-based agroforestry using AHP and GIS approach in Anantnag district of the Kashmir valley, India, to achieve sustainable agriculture
In order to minimize human impact on the environment, it is crucial to determine the best way to utilize land through assessments of its suitability. This research focuses on the Anantnag district in the Kashm...
-
Article
Open AccessBending and Stretching in a Narrow Ribbon of Nematic Polymer Networks
We study the spontaneous out-of-plane bending of a planar untwisted ribbon composed of nematic polymer networks activated by a change in temperature. Our theory accounts for both stretching and bending energie...
-
Article
Assessment of livelihood development and diversity as a strategy to cope with livelihood vulnerability in Leh, India: a PCA-based approach
Due to its peripheral location and formidable geography, the livelihood of people in Leh mostly depends on locally accessible resources, particularly livestock, tourism, horticulture, agriculture and services....
-
Article
Formulation, Characterization and In Vitro Evaluation of Mesalamine and Bifidobacterium bifidum Loaded Hydrogel Beads in Capsule System for Colon Targeted Delivery
Mesalamine is a first-line drug for the treatment of inflammatory bowel diseases. However, its premature release associated with marketed formulations leads to adverse effects like gastric trouble, vomiting, a...
