Many interacting dynamical systems ranging from ecosystems to neuronal systems
can be modeled using complex networks. In complex networks, the dynamical
properties of an uncoupled node and the interaction topology between ...
Hydrodynamic instabilities created by a viscosity stratification-led shear are inevitable
in the context of effective drag-reduction techniques used in food or chemical industries,
aircraft wings, the famous polymer drag ...
From microscopic to the macroscopic level, complexity has emerged as a
unifying aspect of our environment. In the domain of complex systems, ranging from
physical to biological processes, it is critical to improving our ...
Micro electro mechanical systems (MEMS) are devices made utilizing sensors, actuators, electronic read out circuits on a suitable base called substrate with packages for its protection from external environment. Along with ...
Monel K-500 is a nickel-based alloy having excellent mechanical and anti-corrosive properties.
It is widely used in power generation turbines, aircraft, springs and fasteners for the marine industry, components for chemical ...
Post-quantum cryptography is a branch of cryptography aimed at designing secure
conventional cryptographic systems against an adversary having access to quantum
computers. Works in this area span from theoretical analysis ...
Fingering instabilities are ubiquitous in porous media flows like enhanced oil recovery,
contaminant transport in aquifers to name a few. Fingering instabilities are observed
when the fluid-fluid interface deforms into ...
The skin is the first protective layer against the external environment of the body. The body's largest organ, the skin, plays a crucial role in everyday biological and social life. The skin controls the interference of ...
The enormous success of crowdsourced portals such as Wikipedia, Stack Overflow, Quora and
GitHub has motivated researchers to discern the underlying dynamics of knowledge-building
and collective intelligence on these ...
Organochalcogen compounds have been widely studied as they often exhibit biological
activities, including anticancer, antimicrobial, and antioxidant. More specifically, the
chalcogenocyanates and chalcogenated ethers are ...
The growth of crowdsourced knowledge-building portals such as Wikipedia, Quora, and
Stack Exchange has been explosive in recent years, as evidenced by the enormous amounts
of knowledge the portals currently possess. ...
The human skeleton experiences a wide range of strain rates during various activities and events. The mechanical response of bone considerably depends on the rate of applied loading. Though various studies are available ...
Cutting fluids are generally used during the conventional turning process to provide lubrication and
flushing of chips from the cutting zone. However, cutting fluids cost around 16-20% of total production
cost apart from ...
The aggressive scaling of on-chip interconnects leads to a significant increase in coupling
capacitance. This causes crosstalk effects, especially for technology nodes at the end of the
roadmap. In addition, surface ...
Dielectric elastomer actuators (DEAs) are widely used in soft robotics as they are flexible,
light weight, resembles natural muscle, induce large strain, have high energy density and
quick response time. The DEA is a ...
Surface voltage measurement of an insulated (silicone rubber) overhead conductor
assumes importance for understanding corona, radio interference voltages, and design
purposes. Surface voltage measurement of a bare overhead ...
This thesis presents a comprehensive experimental investigation of SERS and optical
response from various fabricated metal nanostructures using a controlled recipe. It focuses
on the extensive understanding of governing ...
Electric vehicles are a good alternative for a clean and environmentally friendly urban transport
system. The electrical drive is the core component of electric vehicles, and researchers are
continuously making efforts ...
Current trends of escalation in robotic applications to accomplish a variety of
tasks has led to the need of customization in the design of robotic manipulators. As
the era is rapidly heading towards Industry 4.0, where ...