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Influence of manufacturing process on distribution of MWCNT in aluminium alloy matrix and its effect on microhardness
Nano composites are finding increased focus and their influence on improving the matrix properties are very attractive. But the success is fully dependent on the uniform distribution and dispersion of nano reinforcements in the matrix. Manufacturing process was found to have greater role in distribution of the reinforcements. The liquid processing and solid processing like SPS and hot coining found to have different effect on the matrix due to the nature of reinforcements. Current study focussed on the microstructure study using Back scattered images and the microhardness with and without reinforcements. MWCNT was occupying the particle boundary. Hot coining was found to distribute MWCNT on the particle surface as well as on the particle boundary. Clustering was absent and resulted in improved hardness in comparison with casting as well as spark plasma sintering. 2018 Trans Tech Publications, Switzerland. -
Influence of Material Composition and Printing Parameters on Impact Strength and Hardness Properties of SLA-Fabricated BN/Resin Composites
The impact strength and hardness characteristics of boron nitride (BN) reinforced photosensitive resin composites made by stereolithography (SLA) 3D printing are examined in this work in relation to the effects of material composition and printing settings. Taking into account the process factors of material composition, lift speed, build angle, and post-curing time, a Taguchi L16 orthogonal array was utilized to optimize the design parameters. Analysis of variance (ANOVA) and the signal-to-noise (S/N) ratio were used to examine the experimental data. Material composition of 1 wt% BN, build angle of 0, post-curing time of 60 min, and lift speed of 30 mm/min were the ideal process parameters for high impact strength, according to the S/N ratio analysis. For high hardness, the ideal parameters were the material composition of 1 wt% BN, a build angle of 90, a post-curing time of 90 min, and a lift speed of 45 mm/min. According to ANOVA results, the build angle had the biggest impact on hardness (56.74%), whereas post-curing time had the biggest impact on impact strength (49.66%). The study also indicates that all parameters should be tuned simultaneously for their combined influence on the mechanical characteristics, according to interaction graphs. 2025 John Wiley & Sons Ltd. -
Influence of Mindfulness on Game Addiction-Mediating Role of Emotional Control
In the past few decades, online games have become immensely popular among the younger generation thus leading to online game addiction. Previous researches acknowledge that mindfulness or present-focused awareness may reduce addiction. Moreover, addiction is found to have an impact on the propensity to respond to the situations in the environment in a way that is acceptable to all the people (emotional control). The present study attempts to study the influence of mindfulness and emotional control on game addiction. For this, 187 college students were selected through the Simple Random Sampling method. Personal Profile Sheet, The Online Game Addiction Scale, Mindful Attention Awareness Scale (MAAS) and The Emotional Control Questionnaire, with four dimensions of Rehearsal, Emotional Inhibition, Aggression Control and Benign control were used to collect the data. The study found a significant gender difference in the level of game addiction where boys being more addicted to online games than girls. Mindfulness shows a significant negative influence over Game Addiction. Among the four dimensions of emotional control, the two dimensions viz., rehearsal and benign control show mediation effect between mindfulness and game addiction. However, the mediating role of emotional inhibition and aggression control was not significantly demonstrative. The Author(s) 2024. -
Influence of nano ?-Al2O3 as sintering aid on the microstructure of spray dried and sintered ?-Al2O3 ceramics
Alpha Alumina (?-Al2O3) has traditionally been sintered to near theoretical density by employing variations in raw material properties, particle sizes, grinding methods, compaction pressures, sintering aids or minor quantities of additives and sintering temperatures. All these parameters directly influence the grain growth morphology and microstructure of the sintered alumina ceramic characteristics. Growth of large grained microstructure facilitated by fine grinding of raw material and coalescence of the grains enhanced by dopant additions are well researched. The maximum sintered density and strength of the fired body could be attained through large grained microstructure which include near spheroidal grains. Most of the final sintering is accomplished via additions of suitable aids which also may be promoted by liquid-phase sintering which is considered highly advantageous compared to solid-state sintering for products in many defense applications. In this paper the influence of nano ?-Al2O3 (<100 nm particle size) as sintering aid to obtain the desired microstructure in sintered micron sized (1 to 5 m) ?-Al2O3 is being reported. 1.0 and 1.5 wt% nano ?- Al2O3 powder were spray dried with 99.0 and 98.5% ?-Al2O3 powder respectively, with polyvinyl alcohol binder, compacted into 10 mm dia and 5 mm thick pellets and sintered at 1450 C with 3 h soak time. In addition to the two different sintering aid additive percentages, other variables included are spray dried powders removed from (i) chamber and (ii) cyclone. The sintered ceramics were characterized for bulk density and fracture surface microstructure via SEM analysis. Nano alumina as sintering aid exhibited significant influence that included generation of microstructure with porosity, precipitation or liquid phase sintering. The study was limited to establishing the definitive role played by nano alumina to influence the sintering of micron alumina. 2022 -
Influence of non-linear thermal radiation on the dynamics of homogeneous and heterogeneous chemical reactions between the cone and the disk
Purpose: The current work presents a theoretical framework to boost heat transmission in a ternary hybrid nanofluid with homogeneous and heterogeneous reactions in the conical gap between the cone and disk apparatus. Furthermore, the impacts of non-linear thermal radiation on the ternary hybrid nanofluid composed of white graphene, diamond, and titanium dioxide dispersed in water are analyzed. Originality/value: The combination of cone and disk systems is crucial for designing efficient heat exchange devices in the field of biomedical science for various purposes. For instance, in medical devices, the cone-disk apparatus is used to study the flow and heat transfer characteristics for better design and functionality. Hence, a sincere attempt has been made to study the impact of homogeneous and heterogeneous reactions on the nanofluid flow between the cone and disk in the presence of non-linear thermal radiation. Design/methodology/approach: The mathematical model's governing equations are partial differential equations (PDEs) which are then transformed into non-linear ordinary differential equations through appropriate similarity transformations. These transformed resultant equations are approximated by the Runge-Kutta-Fehlberg fourth/fifth order (RKF45) technique. The influence of essential aspects on the flow field, heat, and mass transfer rates was analyzed using a graphical representation. Findings: The interesting part of this research is to discuss the power of parameters in three cases, namely, (1) rotating cone/disk, (2) rotating cone/stationary disk, and (3) stationary cone/rotating disk. Furthermore, the thermal variation of the fluid is analyzed by an artificial neural network with the help of the Levenberg-Marquardt backpropagation algorithm. The regression analysis, mean square error, and error histogram of the neural network are analyzed using this algorithm. From the graph, it is perceived that the flow field climbed up significantly with an increase in the values of radiation parameters in all cases. Also, it is noticed that temperature upsurges significantly by upward values of solid volume fraction of the nanoparticles (?). 2024 the author(s), published by De Gruyter. -
Influence of organization ethos on research competence of teachers in higher education institutions
The standards of research depend on the maintenance and coordination of research activities that are conducted by the teachers in higher education institutions. The flexibility in ordinances and statutes empowers the higher education institutions to frame the guidelines that empower the research competence of the teachers. This descriptive research has collected the data from 451 regular teachers of higher education institutions from different areas of discipline for the research. The results of the study show that there is a significant difference in measures of the perceptions of the teachers towards the relationship between organization ethos and research competence in higher education institutions. The study indicates the practical and academic importance for teachers to enhance research performance of higher education institutions. 2024, Institute of Advanced Engineering and Science. All rights reserved. -
Influence of Pandemic-Induced Risk Awareness on Life Insurance Preferences
The COVID-19 Pandemic has created significant challenges and adjustments in several areas, including life and health insurance policies. By reviewing investors' views on life insurance as a possible investment route and studying the development of health and life insurance policies after COVID-19, this study aims to investigate the complicated elements of these changes. By means of a thorough examination of current patterns, beliefs, and obstacles within the life insurance domain, this study aims to explain the intricate relationship among outside factors, industry modifications, and personal perspectives. The study starts with a thorough analysis of the literature, which offers a theoretical framework for comprehending the ideas of life insurance, and how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected the insurance market. The latest developments in the life insurance industry since the pandemic's start are then examined using empirical research techniques, such as surveys and data analysis. This section tries to clarify the major changes in policies and practices through an examination of industry reports, changes in regulations, and market dynamics. The research looks at perceptions and trends as well as the difficulties investors have when choosing life insurance policies. It looks for typical obstacles, worries, and myths that prevent people from using life insurance products through a mix of qualitative and quantitative analysis. By comprehending these difficulties, the study hopes to shed light on possible approaches for getting over obstacles and boosting investor confidence in life insurance as a sound financial choice. Overall, by providing a thorough examination of the development of health and life insurance policies following COVID-19 and the perspectives on life insurance as an investment source, this study adds to the body of knowledge subsequently in existence. It offers insightful information to policymakers, industry players, and individual investors alike by addressing the goals of examining current trends, looking into investor views, and comprehending the difficulties experienced by investors. 2026 selection and editorial matter, Dr. Harold Andrew Patrick and Dr. Ravichandran Krishnamoorthy; individual chapters, the contributors. -
Influence of perceived equity, job enrichment, and burnout among educators in Indian private universities on job satisfaction and the desire to quit
The desire to quit converts into actual attrition if left unaddressed. Additionally, employees job satisfaction strongly influences their desire to stay or leave. Several individual and organizational factors affect job satisfaction levels, all of which must be thoroughly analyzed to curb both the desire to quit and attrition. The current study tests a model associating perceived equity, job enrichment, and burnout with job satisfaction and the desire to quit of educators employed in private universities in India. Data were collected from 272 university faculty members using five scales, namely, job enrichment, perceived equity, employee burnout, job satisfaction, and intention to leave, and were analyzed using AMOS 17. The initial fitness results failed to support the hypothesized framework, but a revised framework yielded a good fit for the data. Results show that perceived equity has a positive influence on job satisfaction (Hypothesis 2), job enrichment positively affects job satisfaction (Hypothesis 3), burnout negatively influences job satisfaction (Hypothesis 4), and job satisfaction negatively affects the desire to leave (Hypothesis 1). Perceived equity, burnout, and job satisfaction were found to mediate the association between job enrichment and the desire to leave. The results indicate that private universities must focus on job satisfaction to reduce employees desire to quit, thereby reducing the attrition level, which is currently a severe problem with both financial and non-financial consequences to universities. From the results, it can be seen that job enrichment has acted as a mediator to influence employees job satisfaction. Future research can explore HR practices contributing to high job enrichment, and this study would have considerable practical implications. Copyright 2022 Annamalai. -
Influence of Planting Methods on Growth, Yield and Storage of Onion (Allium cepa L.) var. Bhima Shakti
Background: Successful crop production in any crop depends on the good agronomic practices. Being a commercial crop, onion needs good attention during the crop growth stages, most of the times, in onion cultivation farmers follow broadcasting method which leads to the wastage of seeds, seedling mortality and poor germination and it will affect the total yield and productivity. Methods: To identify the best planting method an investigation on performance of seed drill versus transplanted onion was conducted at University of Agricultural Sciences, Main Agriculture Research Station, Dharwad. Result: Results indicated that, T3- (Transplanting) performed superior for all the vegetative and yield parameters studied. Plant height 55.57 cm, leaf number (7.86, 8.29 and 8.08 in pooled), Leaf width (1.03 cm, 0.99 cm pooled 1.01 cm). Total yield: (21.97 t/ha, 22.05 t/ha and 22.01 t/ha), marketable yield (20.74 t/ha 20.95 t/ha and 20.85 t/ha), bulb weight (64.00 g, 53.00 g and 53.90 g in pooled, analysis). From this, it can be concluded that transplanting of onion was better compared to other methods. (2024), (Agricultural Research Communication Centre). All rights reserved. -
Influence of product and place factors on consumer buying behavior in formal footwear sector /
International Journal of Management and Social Science Research Review, Vol.1, Issue 2, pp.354-362, ISSN No: 2349-6738 (Print) 2349-6746 (Online) -
Influence of product placements in films and television on consumers brand awareness /
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Influence of Psychosocial Factors on Online Learning During Humanitarian Emergencies
This chapter attempts to understand the influence of psychosocial factors on online learning during humanitarian emergencies. In recent times, online pedagogy has proved to be the need of the hour during humanitarian emergencies for undisrupted human learning of all ages. However, the role of psychosocial factors in learning is not explored in depth. This chapter explores the influence of uncertainty and change, the role of technological efficacy, motivation, and learning, the importance of cognitive factors and learning environment, and the effect of socialisation on learning. It also highlights the differences in the pedagogical experiences in online technology-based learning from ones natural setting from the institutionalised framework of face-to-face traditional formats of learning. The present chapters findings will help to comprehend the differences between the two formats and incorporate the flexible use of traditional and online formats in mainstream education. The understanding and insights gained from this will further make the transition from traditional to online more effective and efficient now and in the future. 2025 selection and editorial matter, Kennedy Andrew Thomas and Joseph Varghese Kureethara; individuals, the contributors. -
Influence of pulse reverse current parameters on electrodeposition of copper-graphene nanocomposite coating
This work focuses on the influence of pulse reverse current parameters such as duty cycle and frequency on the microstructure and properties of graphene reinforced copper nanocomposite (Cu-Gr) coating. Graphene nanosheets were prepared by a liquid phase exfoliation technique and characterized using FE-SEM and Raman spectroscopy. Cu-Gr nanocomposite coating on stainless steel was prepared by pulse reverse electrodeposition method. The influence of pulse reverse current parameters such as duty cycle and frequency on the coating structure and texture was analyzed. By reducing the duty cycle and increasing frequency, a high amount of graphene co-deposition was achieved. A duty cycle of 40%, frequency of 1000 Hz and stirring speed of 500 rpm produced Cu-Gr coatings with maximum graphene codeposition. XRD analysis showed that the change in duty cycle and pulse frequency influenced the crystal structure, preferred orientation, and crystallite size of the deposit. A high pulse frequency improved the compactness of the composite coating, while longer pulse off-time and application of reverse pulse resulted in highly oriented (220) texture of pure Cu and Cu-Gr nanocomposite coatings. Due to graphene co-deposition, the copper grains became more refined, and hence the microhardness of the composite coating showed a tremendous increase compared to pure Cu coating. The Tafel polarization and electrochemical impedance studies revealed that pulse reverse electrodeposited Cu-Gr coating has higher corrosion resistance than pure Cu coating due to strong (220) texture and barrier effect of graphene. 2021 The Authors -
Influence of remittances oncapital endowment of Tibetan refugees in India
Purpose: An issue concerning Tibetan refugees in India is the poverty and unemployment among Tibetan youth. This often leads to households adopting a strategy of sending one of its members abroad towards North American or European countries in search of better income opportunities. Incomes in the form of remittances from these forward migrants have numerous impacts on living standard of left behind families. This study aims to focus on the influence of forward migrants remittances on livelihood in terms of human, financial and social capital development of Tibetan refugees in India. Design/methodology/approach: The paper includes 400 households from high-economic and low-economic-access regions of Tibetan settlements in India. Ordinary least square method was used to study these impacts. Findings: Findings show that remittances have significantly influenced human and financial capital development. However, it was found to be statistically not significant for social capital development. Originality/value: The present paper is original work. 2019, Emerald Publishing Limited. -
Influence of Self-Compassion, Self-Reflection, and Insight on Interpersonal Competence in Emerging Adults
Social relationships have been declining over the years, especially after the pandemic. Therefore, it becomes important to understand what influences ones social relationships. The present study investigated the influence of self-compassion, self-reflection, and insight on interpersonal competence among emerging adults. It also aimed to understand if having a psychology background in education and experience of therapy is associated with the participants levels of self-compassion, self-reflection, and insight. Using convenience sampling, a sample of N = 335 undergraduate and postgraduate students was selected to answer the Self-Compassion Scale Short Form, Self-Reflection and Insight Scale, and Interpersonal Competence Questionnaire that were circulated electronically along with a consent form. Statistical analysis using Pearson correlation and multiple linear regression indicated that self-compassion, self-reflection, and insight each have positive relationships with interpersonal competence with self-compassion and self-reflection together significantly predicting 13.5% variance in interpersonal competence. Analysis using independent samples t-test indicated that there are significant differences in self-reflection and insight scores between those who have experience in psychology education and therapy and those who lack them. These findings strengthen the understanding that aspects of oneself are related to their social relationships and strengths and problems in one domain could be linked to the same in others. Future research can focus on developing interventions aimed at improving interpersonal competence through self-compassion and self-reflection. Further, influence of other aspects of self on interpersonal competence can also be explored to strengthen the proposed theory of relationship between self and others. Associao Brasileira de Psicologia 2024. -
Influence of SERPINA1 Gene Polymorphisms on Anemia and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Background. Anemia is one of the predominant hematological conditions, whereas chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a predominant respiratory disease. These two diseases were found to be interlinked, but the physiological pathways are still unclear. Aim. The current study has been aimed at analysing the genetic interrelationship between anemia and COPD in accordance with different altitudes. Methodology. The genetic analysis was performed in the SERPINA1 gene of anemia, COPD, and healthy individuals for the analysis of single nucleotide polymorphism at rs28949274 and rs17580 locations. Result and Discussion. The single nucleotide polymorphism at the locations rs28949274 and rs17580 was present in both anemic and COPD patients. The COPD patients were more prone to mutations (63% had rs28949274, and 11% had rs17580 polymorphisms) than the anemic patients (40% had rs28949274, and 1% had rs17580 polymorphisms). On the basis of altitude, high-altitude individuals were found to be more susceptible to both the polymorphisms. Conclusion. Based on the current findings, we suggest that the SERPINA1 gene has a positive correlation with anemia as well as COPD, and the increase in altitude also influences the diseased conditions in a positive manner. 2022, SAGE Publications Ltd. All rights reserved. -
Influence of Short Glass Fibre Reinforcement on Mechanical Properties of 3D Printed ABS-Based Polymer Composites
One of the most promising and widely used additive manufacturing technologies, fused deposition modelling (FDM), is based on material extrusion and is most commonly used for producing thermoplastic parts for functional applications with the objectives of low cost, minimal waste and ease of material conversion. Considering that pure thermoplastic materials have a significantly poor mechanical performance, it is necessary to enhance the mechanical properties of thermoplastic parts generated using FDM technology. One of the conceivable techniques is to incorporate reinforcing materials such as short glass fibre (SGF) into the thermoplastic matrix in order to produce a polymer composite that can be used in engineering applications, such as structural applications. The morphological and mechanical properties of SGF (short glass fibre) reinforced ABS- (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) based polymer composites created via the method of FDM (fused deposition modelling) were investigated in this work. Properties were evaluated at three different weight percentages (0, 15 and 30 wt%). The composite filaments were developed using the process of twin screw extrusion. The comparison was made between ABS + SGF (short glass fibre) composites and pure ABS of mechanical properties that include surface roughness, tensile strength and low-velocity impact. The tests were carried out to analyze the properties as per ASTM standards. It has been found that the impact strength and tensile strength show an improvement in glass fibre inclusion; moreover, alongside the direction of build, the surface roughness had been reduced. The studies also focused on studying the dispersion characters of SGF in ABS matrix and its impact on the properties. Strength and modulus of SGF reinforced ABS composite has been significantly improved along with reduction of ductility. A 57% increase in tensile strength has been noted for 30 wt% addition of SGF to ABS in comparison to pure ABS. It was also interesting to note the reduction in surface roughness with every incremental addition of SGF to ABS. A 40% reduction in surface roughness has been observed with a 30 wt% addition of SGF to ABS in comparison to pure ABS. 2022 by the authors.Licensee MDPI, Basel, Switzerland. -
Influence of shot peening on microstructure and electrochemical behavior of al-Cu alloy; [Influence du grenaillage sur la microstructure et le comportement.]
The current study explores the effects of shot peening on the microstructural evolution and corrosion behavior of precipitation-hardened Al-Cu alloy. Microstructural analysis revealed significant grain size reduction from 100 m to 6.5 m, and this process improves grain boundary density, reduces precipitate size from 2 m to 0.5 m, and ensures a uniform elemental distribution, effectively mitigating galvanic corrosion risks. Energy-dispersive spectroscopy (EDS) confirms the homogenisation of alloying elements. At the same time, X-ray diffraction (XRD) analysis highlights crystallographic modifications, including refined crystallite size, redistributed secondary phases, and compressive residual stresses, contributing to enhanced strength and fatigue resistance. Corrosion behavior studies reveal a dramatic reduction in weight loss from 0.09 mg to 0.03 mg and a corrosion rate decrease from 3.5 10?3 mpy to 1.5 10?3 mpy, along with a noble shift in corrosion potential from ?1150 mV to ?775 mV. As observed in optical microstructures, grain refinement, residual stress introduction, and uniform surface characteristics lead to a significant shift from severe to mild corrosion attacks. Impedance analysis demonstrated improved corrosion resistance in the shot-peened alloy, evidenced by higher charge transfer resistance (Rct) and lower double-layer capacitance (Cdl). 2025 Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum. -
Influence of Sinusoidal and Non-Sinusoidal Two-Frequency Gravity Modulation in Viscoelastic Fluids Driven by Triple Diffusivity
This study focuses on understanding the system's response to gravity modulation with two frequency components, characterized by both sinusoidal (sine wave) and non-sinusoidal (square, triangular, and sawtooth) waveforms, on three-component convection, considering a viscoelastic fluid modelled using an Oldroyd-B fluid. We apply the Venezian approach to evaluate the Rayleigh number, its corrected form, and the wave number by deriving a five-mode Lorenz model to investigate the onset of convection. A nonlinear analysis is conducted to investigate the dynamics of heat and mass transfer by solving an extended eight-mode Lorenz model, capturing higher order interactions. The onset of convection and the transport properties were observed to be influenced by combinations of sinusoidal and non-sinusoidal waveforms. This study optimizes convection-driven systems subjected to external periodic forcing by offering a more comprehensive understanding of convective instabilities in viscoelastic fluids. 2025 Wiley Periodicals LLC. -
Influence of Social Media Marketing on Student Decision-Making in Higher Education
This present study looks into the role of social media marketing as an important tool that helps organizations achieve their goals, bearing in mind the rapid spread in the modern digital world. Higher education institutions, such as colleges and universities, are making use of these social media channels: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube to share information regarding their academic programs, campus life, and even success stories. These websites have helped institutions to increase their access and engagement at the grass-roots level. It, thus, has also become an excellent tool to enroll prospective students. College or university search methods have undergone many significant changes in the present day. Over the centuries, students relied mainly on familial and social connections along with printed sources of information, to guide choices. Today, however, they increasingly use social media sites to research available choices, read reviews, watch multimedia and communicate with educational institutions. 2026 by IGI Global Scientific Publishing. All rights reserved.