Haoming Mo^1,*, Junhao Ding¹, Xu Song¹

The International Conference on Computational & Experimental Engineering and Sciences, Vol.29, No.2, pp. 1-1, 2024, DOI:10.32604/icces.2024.011375

Abstract Triply periodic minimal surface (TPMS) shell-lattices are attracting increasing attention because of their exceptional mechanical and geometric characteristics. Additive manufactured TPMS structures using thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) have great application potential in energy absorptions, for which the mechanical properties can be conveniently adjusted to meet diverse requirements. Nevertheless, there is a need for further improvement in the stability and adjustability of energy absorption capacity. This is due to the significant impact of the buckling effect and induced stress fluctuations when the structure is subjected to compression. To alleviate the buckling effect and tune the capability of… More >

Huijie Huang¹, Jingfa Li^2,*, Xu Sun^1,*, Bo Yu²

The International Conference on Computational & Experimental Engineering and Sciences, Vol.29, No.1, pp. 1-1, 2024, DOI:10.32604/icces.2024.011026

Abstract The blending of hydrogen into natural gas provides an optimal solution for large-scale hydrogen transport, utilizing existing natural gas pipelines for mixed conveyance. The thermophysical parameters of hydrogen-enriched natural gas (HENG) significantly influence the design and operation of gas transmission networks. Therefore, accurate prediction of the thermophysical parameters of HENG is crucial. However, due to the effects of hydrogen blending, the adaptability of commonly used equations of state (EoSs) to HENG remains uncertain, especially at high hydrogen blending ratios (HBRs). In this study, the accuracy of the EoSs of PR, BWRS, AGA8-92DC, and GERG-2008 is… More >

Haris Alam Zuberi¹, Madan Lal¹, Shivangi Verma¹, Nurul Amira Zainal^2,3,*

CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences, Vol.141, No.2, pp. 1137-1163, 2024, DOI:10.32604/cmes.2024.055493 - 27 September 2024

Abstract Motivated by the widespread applications of nanofluids, a nanofluid model is proposed which focuses on uniform magnetohydrodynamic (MHD) boundary layer flow over a non-linear stretching sheet, incorporating the Casson model for blood-based nanofluid while accounting for viscous and Ohmic dissipation effects under the cases of Constant Surface Temperature (CST) and Prescribed Surface Temperature (PST). The study employs a two-phase model for the nanofluid, coupled with thermophoresis and Brownian motion, to analyze the effects of key fluid parameters such as thermophoresis, Brownian motion, slip velocity, Schmidt number, Eckert number, magnetic parameter, and non-linear stretching parameter on… More > Graphic Abstract

Mina Amazal^1,*, Soumia Mounir^1,2, Asma Souidi¹, Malika Atigui¹, Slimane Oubeddou¹, Youssef Maaloufa^1,2, Ahmed Aharoune¹

FDMP-Fluid Dynamics & Materials Processing, Vol.20, No.9, pp. 2059-2076, 2024, DOI:10.32604/fdmp.2024.050613 - 23 August 2024

Abstract Nowadays, materials with a limited impact on the environment are required in the construction sector. Considering the interesting properties of natural elements such as natural fibers, it seems advantageous to use them to reinforce materials while protecting the environment and guaranteeing economic gain. Along these lines, this research was devoted to studying the effect of untreated natural fibers extracted from the Juncus maritimus plant (from Southern Morocco) on plaster. First, the effect of the percentage of added fibers on the fluidity of the plaster was evaluated by means of the Marsh’s cone method, that is,… More >

MEIR DJALDETTI^*

Oncology Research, Vol.32, No.9, pp. 1389-1399, 2024, DOI:10.32604/or.2024.049745 - 23 August 2024

Abstract Resveratrol (RSV), the primary polyphenol found in grapes, has been revealed to have anti-inflammatory properties by reducing the capacity of the peripheral blood mononuclear cells to produce pro-inflammatory cytokines, including IL-1β, IL-6, IL-1ra and TNFα. Considering the close association between chronic inflammation and cancer development, RSV’s immunomodulatory properties are one way by which the polyphenol may inhibit cancer initiation, proliferation, neovascularization, and migration. Resveratrol influences the generation of microtumor environment which is one of the key factors in cancer progress. In addition to immunomodulation, RSV inhibits cancer development by expressing anti-oxidant effects, causing cell cycle… More > Graphic Abstract

Tezara Cionita^1,*, Mohammad Hazim Mohamad Hamdan², Januar Parlaungan Siregar^3,4,*, Deni Fajar Fitriyana⁵, Ramli Junid⁶, Wong Ling Shing⁷, Jamiluddin Jaafar⁸, Agustinus Purna Irawan⁹, Teuku Rihayat¹⁰, Rifky Ismail¹¹, Athanasius Priharyoto Bayuseno¹¹, Emilianus Jehadus¹²

Journal of Renewable Materials, Vol.12, No.3, pp. 457-483, 2024, DOI:10.32604/jrm.2024.045814 - 11 April 2024

Abstract Recent decades have seen a substantial increase in interest in research on natural fibres that is aligned with sustainable development goals (SDGs). Due to their renewable resources and biodegradability, natural fiber-reinforced composites have been investigated as a sustainable alternative to synthetic materials to reduce the usage of hazardous waste and environmental pollution. Among the natural fibre, jute fibre obtained from a bast plant has an increasing trend in the application, especially as a reinforcement material. Numerous research works have been performed on jute fibre with regard to reinforced thermoset and thermoplastic composites. Nevertheless, current demands More >

Mingzhao Han¹, Susilawati Kasim^1,*, Zhongming Yang², Xi Deng², Md Kamal Uddin¹, Noor Baity Saidi³, Effyanti Mohd Shuib¹

Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, Vol.93, No.2, pp. 213-226, 2024, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2024.047150 - 27 February 2024

Abstract Drought stress is a major factor affecting plant growth and crop yield production. Plant extracts as natural biostimulants hold great potential to strengthen plants to overcome drought impacts. To explore the effect of Polygonum minus extract (PME) in enhancing drought tolerance in plants, a study was set up in a glasshouse environment using 10 different treatment combinations. PME foliar application were designed in CRD and effects were closely observed related to the growth, physiology, and antioxidant system changes in maize (Zea mays L.) under well-watered and drought conditions. The seaweed extract (SWE) was used as a comparison.… More >

Lanze Zhang, Yijun Gu^*, Jingjie Peng

CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences, Vol.139, No.2, pp. 1701-1731, 2024, DOI:10.32604/cmes.2023.045129 - 29 January 2024

Abstract Graph Neural Networks (GNNs) play a significant role in tasks related to homophilic graphs. Traditional GNNs, based on the assumption of homophily, employ low-pass filters for neighboring nodes to achieve information aggregation and embedding. However, in heterophilic graphs, nodes from different categories often establish connections, while nodes of the same category are located further apart in the graph topology. This characteristic poses challenges to traditional GNNs, leading to issues of “distant node modeling deficiency” and “failure of the homophily assumption”. In response, this paper introduces the Spatial-Frequency domain Adaptive Heterophilic Graph Neural Networks (SFA-HGNN), which… More >

Aaqib Majeed^1,*, Ahmad Zeeshan²

FDMP-Fluid Dynamics & Materials Processing, Vol.20, No.3, pp. 525-536, 2024, DOI:10.32604/fdmp.2023.028716 - 12 January 2024

Abstract The influence of Brownian motion and thermophoresis on a fluid containing nanoparticles flowing over a stretchable cylinder is examined. The classical Navier-Stokes equations are considered in a porous frame. In addition, the Lorentz force is taken into account. The controlling coupled nonlinear partial differential equations are transformed into a system of first order ordinary differential equations by means of a similarity transformation. The resulting system of equations is solved by employing a shooting approach properly implemented in MATLAB. The evolution of the boundary layer and the growing velocity is shown graphically together with the related More >

SIVARAJ SUDHAHAR^a,f, UMAMAHESWARI G^b, JAYA PRAKASH ALLA^c, RAGHAVA RAO JONNALAGADDA^d, SUGUNA LAKSHMI^e, SANJEEV GUPTA^f,*

Journal of Polymer Materials, Vol.40, No.1-2, pp. 33-45, 2023, DOI:10.32381/JPM.2023.40.1-2.3

Abstract Leather manufacturing process involves a lot of waste disposal which pollutes environment, some of the processes are inevitable. In the present investigation, 3D printing technology was used to reduce the wastage and to cover defective regions in leather. The present study focuses on synthesis of acrylic binder using emulsion polymerization technique. These binders were analysed for solid content for better optimisation of the amount of binder to be utilised for finishing operation. The experimental binder was prepared with 26% solids. Particle size and thermogravimetric analyses were carried out to understand the size and shape of… More >