Batch crystallization studies of curcumin from hydrotropic solutions of sodium cumenesulphonate (NaCS) and of cinnamic acid from a photosensitive hydrotropic medium of sodium cinnamate (Na-CIN) were carried out, in an...Batch crystallization studies of curcumin from hydrotropic solutions of sodium cumenesulphonate (NaCS) and of cinnamic acid from a photosensitive hydrotropic medium of sodium cinnamate (Na-CIN) were carried out, in an agitated reactor for the effect of alternate heating and cooling cycles on crystal morphology. The crystal characterization by Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and crystal size distribution (CSD) showed formation of spheroidal curcumin crystals while cinnamic acid formed porous aggregates when subjected to thermal cycles. The UV irradiation of cinnamic acid however showed no formation of the aggregates. The type of hydrotrope used and the initial crystal morphologies of curcumin and cinnamic acid are shown to be important factors to result in a different behaviour of the crystal morphology upon thermal cycles. The CSD data were effectively used for estimation of nucleation and growth rate parameters.展开更多
Objective:To examine the effects of hydroalcoholic extract and fractions of Hordeum vulgare Linn.(H.vulgare,Da Mai)on streptozotocin(STZ)-induced diabetic nephropathy in Sprague-Dawley rat models.Methods:The study inv...Objective:To examine the effects of hydroalcoholic extract and fractions of Hordeum vulgare Linn.(H.vulgare,Da Mai)on streptozotocin(STZ)-induced diabetic nephropathy in Sprague-Dawley rat models.Methods:The study involved preliminary phytochemical screening of extract and fractions,estimation of secondary metabolites,chromatographic studies using high performance liquid chromatography(HPLC),antioxidant potential using 1,1-diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl(DPPH),nitric oxide radical scavenging and reducing power methods along with the determination of potential against diabetic nephropathy in STZ-induced rat models.Results:The phytochemical evaluation of the hydroalcoholic extract of H.vulgare and fractions revealed the presence of various phytoconstituents such as alkaloids,saponins,tannins,flavonoids,and glycosides.The chromatographic analysis indicated the peak complementing marker compound epicatechin and significant antioxidant activity in the extract and aqueous fraction.STZ-induced rats showed abnormal levels of serum albumin,creatinine,total cholesterol,blood urea nitrogen(BUN),and triglycerides,and urine albumin and creatinine,which returned to normal after 8 weeks of treatment with hydroalcoholic extract(400 mg/kg)and aqueous fraction(50 mg/kg)of H.vulgare.Conclusion:Hydroalcoholic extract(400 mg/kg)and aqueous fraction(50 mg/kg)of H.vulgare have significant antioxidant potential and positive effects on diabetic nephropathy.The fractionation and optimization increase the concentration of polyphenols in aqueous extract,causing a decrease in the dose required for effects against diabetic nephropathy.展开更多
Carbon nanotubes (CNTs) based polymer composites have variety of engineering applications (electromagnetic shielding, antistatic coatings, high-strength low-density corrosion-resistant components, lightweight energy s...Carbon nanotubes (CNTs) based polymer composites have variety of engineering applications (electromagnetic shielding, antistatic coatings, high-strength low-density corrosion-resistant components, lightweight energy storage and many more);due to their excellent mechanical, electrical, chemical, magnetic, etc. properties. In the polymer nanocomposites CNTs are dispersed in the polymeric matrix. However the dispersion may be uniform or may not be uniform. The biggest challenge is the effective dispersion of individual CNTs in the polymer matrices, as CNTs tends to form clusters and bundles due to strong van der Waals’ forces of attraction. The aggregated structure continue until physical (Mechanical) or chemical modification (Encapsulation/surface modification) of CNTs. Few modification methods such as vigorous mixing of the polymers damages CNTs structure, and may hinder their properties. But these problems can be overcome by mechanical or chemical modification of CNTs surfaces. In the chemical modification, the modifier or the long tail surfactant may encapsulate and/or partially wrap the CNTs surfaces. In this review, recent work on CNTs based polymer nanocomposite is carried out with few modifiers/encapsulating agents. Incorporation of CNTs in polymer matrix changes the performance properties such as tensile strength, tensile modulus, elongation at break, toughness, Dynamic mechanical thermal analysis (DMTA), etc. The phase morphology of the composite materials throws light on the properties of CNTs based polymer nanocomposite. Moreover phase morphology may be directly correlated with the behavior of the material, hence reviewed here through transmission electron microscopy (TEM) and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). Furthermore review is also carried out on the non-isothermal crystallization (DSC) and rheology of CNTs polymer nanocomposite.展开更多
Clustering algorithms can balance the power consumption of energy constraint wireless sensor networks. This paper proposes a new clustering protocol called Mean Territorial Energy Based Clustering Protocol (MTEP) for ...Clustering algorithms can balance the power consumption of energy constraint wireless sensor networks. This paper proposes a new clustering protocol called Mean Territorial Energy Based Clustering Protocol (MTEP) for randomly deployed wireless sensor networks. In MTEP, cluster heads are selected according to residual energy and location information of a node in current round as well as mean territorial energy and total base station distance of node’s corresponding cluster territory in previous round. Energy consumption in conventional protocols becomes unbalanced because of clusters having different lengths. Proposed MTEP protocol addresses this problem by setting thresholds on cluster length and node to cluster head distance for producing equal length clusters. Simulation results show that MTEP protocol extends network lifetime and stability with reduction in energy dissipation compared to other clustering protocols such as LEACH and REAC.展开更多
Smart grid expertise emphasises on the compound connections of the electricity to the grid, along with computing, control and communication interface. It will bring together in future smart infrastructure for power sy...Smart grid expertise emphasises on the compound connections of the electricity to the grid, along with computing, control and communication interface. It will bring together in future smart infrastructure for power system. Investigating these complex dynamic interactions is crucial for the efficiency and robustness of the emerging smart grid. In particular, it is one of the key elements for smart-grids to establish the dynamics among sources of grid. This paper proposes the vital operation of renewable energy sources (RES) like Solar Photovoltaic (PV), wind energy with existing grid of a. c. network of power system in view of cognitive reliable operation of RES as add-on source of power. The research presents sequence of operation of these sources by optimal power flow based on power flow chart for demand side management as a smart grid of power system. The system fulfils realistic operation for power system, based on fundamentals of power system, therefore a necessary research topology is developed, for well-regarded schemes of RES for setting up a pilot model so that demand side load should not be hampered and same is verified for linear and non-linear loads of electrical networks.展开更多
文摘Batch crystallization studies of curcumin from hydrotropic solutions of sodium cumenesulphonate (NaCS) and of cinnamic acid from a photosensitive hydrotropic medium of sodium cinnamate (Na-CIN) were carried out, in an agitated reactor for the effect of alternate heating and cooling cycles on crystal morphology. The crystal characterization by Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and crystal size distribution (CSD) showed formation of spheroidal curcumin crystals while cinnamic acid formed porous aggregates when subjected to thermal cycles. The UV irradiation of cinnamic acid however showed no formation of the aggregates. The type of hydrotrope used and the initial crystal morphologies of curcumin and cinnamic acid are shown to be important factors to result in a different behaviour of the crystal morphology upon thermal cycles. The CSD data were effectively used for estimation of nucleation and growth rate parameters.
基金supported by Rashtrsant Tukadoji Maharaj Memorial Fellowship from Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University。
文摘Objective:To examine the effects of hydroalcoholic extract and fractions of Hordeum vulgare Linn.(H.vulgare,Da Mai)on streptozotocin(STZ)-induced diabetic nephropathy in Sprague-Dawley rat models.Methods:The study involved preliminary phytochemical screening of extract and fractions,estimation of secondary metabolites,chromatographic studies using high performance liquid chromatography(HPLC),antioxidant potential using 1,1-diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl(DPPH),nitric oxide radical scavenging and reducing power methods along with the determination of potential against diabetic nephropathy in STZ-induced rat models.Results:The phytochemical evaluation of the hydroalcoholic extract of H.vulgare and fractions revealed the presence of various phytoconstituents such as alkaloids,saponins,tannins,flavonoids,and glycosides.The chromatographic analysis indicated the peak complementing marker compound epicatechin and significant antioxidant activity in the extract and aqueous fraction.STZ-induced rats showed abnormal levels of serum albumin,creatinine,total cholesterol,blood urea nitrogen(BUN),and triglycerides,and urine albumin and creatinine,which returned to normal after 8 weeks of treatment with hydroalcoholic extract(400 mg/kg)and aqueous fraction(50 mg/kg)of H.vulgare.Conclusion:Hydroalcoholic extract(400 mg/kg)and aqueous fraction(50 mg/kg)of H.vulgare have significant antioxidant potential and positive effects on diabetic nephropathy.The fractionation and optimization increase the concentration of polyphenols in aqueous extract,causing a decrease in the dose required for effects against diabetic nephropathy.
文摘Carbon nanotubes (CNTs) based polymer composites have variety of engineering applications (electromagnetic shielding, antistatic coatings, high-strength low-density corrosion-resistant components, lightweight energy storage and many more);due to their excellent mechanical, electrical, chemical, magnetic, etc. properties. In the polymer nanocomposites CNTs are dispersed in the polymeric matrix. However the dispersion may be uniform or may not be uniform. The biggest challenge is the effective dispersion of individual CNTs in the polymer matrices, as CNTs tends to form clusters and bundles due to strong van der Waals’ forces of attraction. The aggregated structure continue until physical (Mechanical) or chemical modification (Encapsulation/surface modification) of CNTs. Few modification methods such as vigorous mixing of the polymers damages CNTs structure, and may hinder their properties. But these problems can be overcome by mechanical or chemical modification of CNTs surfaces. In the chemical modification, the modifier or the long tail surfactant may encapsulate and/or partially wrap the CNTs surfaces. In this review, recent work on CNTs based polymer nanocomposite is carried out with few modifiers/encapsulating agents. Incorporation of CNTs in polymer matrix changes the performance properties such as tensile strength, tensile modulus, elongation at break, toughness, Dynamic mechanical thermal analysis (DMTA), etc. The phase morphology of the composite materials throws light on the properties of CNTs based polymer nanocomposite. Moreover phase morphology may be directly correlated with the behavior of the material, hence reviewed here through transmission electron microscopy (TEM) and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). Furthermore review is also carried out on the non-isothermal crystallization (DSC) and rheology of CNTs polymer nanocomposite.
文摘Clustering algorithms can balance the power consumption of energy constraint wireless sensor networks. This paper proposes a new clustering protocol called Mean Territorial Energy Based Clustering Protocol (MTEP) for randomly deployed wireless sensor networks. In MTEP, cluster heads are selected according to residual energy and location information of a node in current round as well as mean territorial energy and total base station distance of node’s corresponding cluster territory in previous round. Energy consumption in conventional protocols becomes unbalanced because of clusters having different lengths. Proposed MTEP protocol addresses this problem by setting thresholds on cluster length and node to cluster head distance for producing equal length clusters. Simulation results show that MTEP protocol extends network lifetime and stability with reduction in energy dissipation compared to other clustering protocols such as LEACH and REAC.
文摘Smart grid expertise emphasises on the compound connections of the electricity to the grid, along with computing, control and communication interface. It will bring together in future smart infrastructure for power system. Investigating these complex dynamic interactions is crucial for the efficiency and robustness of the emerging smart grid. In particular, it is one of the key elements for smart-grids to establish the dynamics among sources of grid. This paper proposes the vital operation of renewable energy sources (RES) like Solar Photovoltaic (PV), wind energy with existing grid of a. c. network of power system in view of cognitive reliable operation of RES as add-on source of power. The research presents sequence of operation of these sources by optimal power flow based on power flow chart for demand side management as a smart grid of power system. The system fulfils realistic operation for power system, based on fundamentals of power system, therefore a necessary research topology is developed, for well-regarded schemes of RES for setting up a pilot model so that demand side load should not be hampered and same is verified for linear and non-linear loads of electrical networks.
