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Proof of concept study for radial compression strength & shape memory effect of 3D printed double arrowhead PLA stent
Self-expanding biodegradable stents are expected to replace metallic stents in the treatment of peripheral artery disease, which may cause numerous problems to human health. Since the materials used in polymer...
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Predictive modeling and investigation of micro-holes in GFRP using CO2 laser drilling
Laser beam machining creates micro-holes with diameters less than 1 mm in the manufacturing industry. In polymer glass fiber composites, unlike defects identical during laser drilling with high power input wer...
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Development and Characterization of Water-Based Mono- and Hybrid Nanofluids for Machining
Nanofluids play an important role in machining processes for lubrication and cooling action. However, conventional fluids put the environment and operator health in risk due to its hazardous nature. This paper...
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DNA barcoding-assisted confirmation of the botanical identity of Woody Pepper (Piper pendulispicum C. DC., Piperaceae): an addition to the Indian Flora
Woody pepper is a perennial liana of the botanical family Piperaceae distributed in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands in the Bay of Bengal. This species is unique as its stem segments are used as a spice. Howeve...
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A review on minimum quantity lubrication in machining of different alloys and superalloys using nanofluids
During traditional machining, conventional cutting fluids play an important role in improving the various performance characteristics of machining, but prodigal usage of these cutting fluids has adverse effect...
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Attribute ratings and their impact on attraction and compromise effects
Consumers often face uncertainty in decision-making while assessing options presented as attribute-bundles as they are unable to assess their utility. This confusion is exacerbated by the presence of a “decoy,...
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Effect of different reinforcements in wire electric discharge machining of various geometrical profiles in metal matrix composites
In this study three different geometrical profiles with same perimeter were fabricated in aluminum metal matrix composite (AMMCs) using wire electric discharge machining (WEDM). AMMCs containing Al6061 as matr...
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Intracellular Iron Accumulation Induces Inflammatory and Oxidative Status of the Host After Japanese Encephalitis Viral Infection
The factors mitigating the microglia/macrophage activation and inflammatory damage in Japanese encephalitis (JE) virus infected CNS are still being ascertained. We aim to characterize the changes in iron trans...
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Energy and exergo-environmental (3E) analysis of wheat seeds drying using indirect solar dryer
Food insecurity is becoming a big problem due to the continuous increase in the population, for which there is a requirement of effective drying method for the storage of agricultural items which can solve thi...
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Enhancement in Physiomechanical, Thermal and Morphological Characteristics of Zirconia and Reduced Graphene Oxide Modified Hybrid Polymer Nanocomposites for Orthopedic Application
Polymeric composite materials are widely used to develop artificial implants and prosthesis components. These materials are closer to the original tissue in mechanical and biological qualities required in tota...
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Open AccessRole of plasma fibrinogen and D-dimer as prognostic biomarkers in patients with non-muscle invasive bladder cancer
We aimed to evaluate the role of plasma fibrinogen and D-dimer as prognostic biomarkers in patients with non-muscle invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC).
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Open AccessImpact of COVID-19 in patients on active melanoma therapy and with history of melanoma
COVID-19 particularly impacted patients with co-morbid conditions, including cancer. Patients with melanoma have not been specifically studied in large numbers. Here, we sought to identify factors that associa...
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Investigation on Tensile and Flexural Performance of Polymer Composites Developed from Discarded Carpet for Structural Functions
This study highlights the development of polymer composite using discarded carpet for lightweight structural function. Using the vacuum-assisted resin transfer molding (VARTM) technique is used to develop stru...
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Multi-objective Optimization of Laser Beam Drilling in Carbon Fiber-Reinforced Plastics Using Nd: YAG Laser
Taguchi methods have been in use for a long time to improve the performance of industrial equipment and product quality. In this study, Taguchi methodology has been used for the simultaneous optimization of ho...
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Theoretical Comparison of Properties and Their Characteristics Features for Additive Manufactured Metal and Ceramic Structures
Additive manufacturing being the most desirable manufacturing process is important to keep a track on how the process affects the physical properties of the material. Additive manufacturing is still in its ear...
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Comparative analysis of DoE-based hybrid multiobjective optimization techniques for inclined laser drilling of glass fiber reinforced plastics
Multi-objective optimization (MOO) helps to achieve simultaneous improvement of several output characteristics in machining processes where complex interaction between the input parameter exists. Grey Relation...
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Assessment of anti-oxidant activity and quantification of epigallocatechin in Acacia suma heartwood by HPTLC-DPPH fingerprinting method
Research on natural anti-oxidant agents increased due to their wide range of applications on various diseases. HPTLC-DPPH is the novel technique where anti-oxidant potential of complex herbal extract can be de...
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Open AccesscPLA2 blockade attenuates S100A7-mediated breast tumorigenicity by inhibiting the immunosuppressive tumor microenvironment
Molecular mechanisms underlying inflammation-associated breast tumor growth are poorly studied. S100A7, a pro-inflammatory molecule has been shown to enhance breast cancer growth and metastasis. However, the S...
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Inclined laser drilling in glass fiber reinforced plastic using Nd: YAG laser
The adoption of glass fiber reinforced plastics (GFRP) for making components of robots, microelectronics devices, and wind turbine requires fabrication of inclined holes in GFRP. This study investigate the use...
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Correction to: Vietnam and Motorcycles: Dialectics and Commensurate Adaptations
