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In recent years, self-healing qualities have drawn a lot of attention for practical engineering uses in robotics, electronics, sports materials, building, construction, and aerospace. Self-healing is bio-inspiring and has been utilized to fix fractures and damage while maintaining the structural integrity of the material. The self-healing properties of polymers, such as thermosetting and thermoplastics, have been extensively proven by pol Read More

Although chemotherapy is frequently used against cancer, it has notable limitations. Patients often experience side effects which require them to limit their dosage or discontinue treatment altogether. One such issue is the accumulation of chemotherapy in healthy organs. Another is the lack of specificity by cancer cells, which leads to the use of non-targeted molecules. On the other hand, cancer cells may develop resistance Read More

This paper explores the advancements in construction site monitoring and management facilitated by Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs). Through a comprehensive review of existing literature and emerging trends, the study identifies several key findings and contributions. Firstly, Techniques have greatly improved safety measures on construction sites by automatically detecting potential hazards in real-time, there Read More

Nanotechnology, through its manipulation of materials at the nanoscale, is revolutionizing forensic science by advancing evidence detection, interpretation, and identification. This study explores its application across key areas, including chemical warfare detection, forensic toxicology, fibre and hair analysis, bloodstain analysis, and document examination. Nanotechnology enables the development of highly sensitive na Read More

Rail transportation is a vital global mode of transit, ensuring efficient movement of goods and passengers. However, traditional rail steels face challenges like wear, fatigue, and plastic deformation, often leading to failures and service disruptions. Head-hardened rails have emerged as a robust solution, offering superior mechanical properties that enhance railway network performance. This review explores the advantage Read More

Background The thermal stability of epoxy resin (EP) is poor, and adding intumescent flame retardants (IFR) and synergistic flame retardants to EP is an effective method to improve its thermal stability. Hexagonal boron nitride (h-BN) has high-temperature stability, and flake graphite (FGP) has a high specific surface area, making it an ideal synergistic flame retardant. However, the direct use of untreated h-BN and FGP can lead t Read More

The demand for efficient heat dissipation in advanced electronic devices necessitates the development of polymer composites with exceptional thermal conductivity. Over the course of the last few years, a great deal of research has been conducted to augment the thermal management of polymer composites through the incorporation of fillers possessing exceptionally high thermal conductivity. Among these fillers, aluminu Read More

Background The significant concerns surrounding the interaction between cement and superplasticizers have led to several challenges in the performance of concrete in real-world applications. This study investigates the interaction between different types of cement and superplasticizers and presents findings on their compatibility. Additionally, various interactions between cement and superplasticizers are utilized to asses Read More

Super-capacitors (SCs) are significant because of their unique characteristics, which include long cycle life, high strength, and environmental friendliness. SCs use electrode substances with high specific surface area and thinner dielectrics. Referring to the energy storage mechanism, all kinds of SCs were reviewed in this review paper; a quick synopsis of the materials and technology used for SCs is provided. Materials suc Read More