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An optimization-based heuristic for the machine reassignment problem
( Springer New York LLC , 2016 , Article)We address the machine reassignment problem proposed in the context of the ROADEF/EURO challenge 2012 in partnership with Google. The problem consists in reassigning a set of processes to a set of multiple-resource machines ... -
Analysis of Construction Critical Success Factors (CSF) for Public-Private Partnership (PPP) for Sports Infrastructure in Qatar Using Relative Importance Index
( IEOM Society , 2021 , Conference Paper)Public-Private Partnership (PPP) is a unique procurement method that tends to increase in the recent period due to its sustainable approach. Its main feature is to create a partnership between public and private stakeholders ... -
Analysis of nonlinear vibrations of CNT- /fiberglass-reinforced multi-scale truncated conical shell segments
( Taylor and Francis Ltd. , 2022 , Article)The truncated conical shell segments made from multi-scale epoxy/carbon nanotube/fiberglass material are studied in this research in the view of evaluating nonlinear free vibration behavior. Incorporating random dispersion ... -
Analysis of novel regenerative thermo-mechanical refrigeration system integrated with isobaric engine
( American Society of Mechanical Engineers , 2021 , Article)Refrigerants of the conventional cooling systems contribute to global warming and ozone depletion significantly, therefore it is necessary to develop new cooling systems that use renewable energy resources and waste heat ... -
Analysis of post-buckling of higher-order graphene oxide reinforced concrete plates with geometrical imperfection
( Techno Press , 2020 , Article)The present article deals with post-buckling of geometrically imperfect concrete plates reinforced by graphene oxide powder (GOP) based on general higher order plate model. GOP distributions are considered as uniform and ... -
Analysis of the effect of global climate change on ground source heat pump systems in different climate categories
( Elsevier , 2015 , Article)Ground source heat pump (GSHP) systems exhibit high thermal performance. Consequently, they are increasingly used to heat and cool buildings. The thermal performance of GSHP systems strongly depends on the operation ground ... -
Analytical models for predicting oil recovery from immiscible CO2 injection: A literature review
( Elsevier , 2022 , Article Review)The enhanced oil recovery is applied to increase oil recovery from oil reservoirs. The immiscible CO2 injection oil recovery method is suitable for reservoirs with low pressure. This paper presents a review of literature ... -
Analyzing exact nonlinear forced vibrations of two-phase magneto-electro-elastic nanobeams under an elliptic-type force
( Techno-Press , 2020 , Article)The present paper deals with analyzing nonlinear forced vibrational behaviors of nonlocal multi-phase piezo-magnetic beam rested on elastic substrate and subjected to an excitation of elliptic type. The applied elliptic ... -
Analyzing nonlinear vibration of metal foam stiffened toroidal convex/concave shell segments considering porosity distribution
( Taylor and Francis Ltd. , 2023 , Article)Analysis of nonlinear vibration properties of stiffened toroidal convex/concave shells made of porous metal foam material in elastic medium has been performed in the present research. Metal foam is considered as porous ... -
Analyzing nonlocal nonlinear vibrations of two-phase geometrically imperfect piezo-magnetic beams considering piezoelectric reinforcement scheme
( SAGE Publications Ltd , 2020 , Article)This article deals with analyzing nonlinear free vibrations of nonlocal two-phase piezo-magnetic beam with geometric imperfection rested on viscoelastic substrate. The two-phase piezo-magnetic material is based on a ... -
Analyzing the Behavior of Classical Functionally Graded Coated Beam
( EDP Sciences , 2017 , Conference Paper)The governing equation of a classical rectangular coated beam made of two homogeneous layers at top ceramic coated layer and bottom metal layer and also single Functionally Graded Material (FGM) as a sub coated layer ... -
Analyzing the impact of human characteristics on the comprehensibility of road traffic signs
( IEOM Society , 2018 , Conference Paper)Traffic safety is one of major challenges facing most communities worldwide. To improve traffic safety, regulating traffic movement through markings, signs, channelization, and others is essential. Traffic signs are used ... -
Angle-insensitive co-polarized metamaterial absorber based on equivalent circuit analysis for dual band WiFi applications
( Nature Research , 2021 , Article)A novel and systematic procedure to design a co-polarized electromagnetic metamaterial (MM) absorber with desired outputs and resonance frequencies for dual-band WiFi signal absorption is presented. The desired resonance ... -
ANN Model for Energy Demand and Supply Forecasting in a Hybrid Energy Supply System
( Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc. , 2018 , Conference Paper)This paper presents short term demand and supply forecasting model for a microgrid supply system used to secure the electricity demands of a commercial building, using one year demand data collected in hourly base. One-year ... -
Anthropomorphism and Its Negative Attitudes, Sociability, Animacy, Agency, and Disturbance Requirements for Social Robots: A Pilot Study
( springer link , 2021 , Conference Paper)A social robot that meets the acceptability requirements of the target end-users presents a significant challenge to robot designers. The design process is often iterative and requires continuous improvements and optimization ... -
Anti-spoofing device for biometric fingerprint scanners
( Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc. , 2017 , Conference Paper)Biometrics is a promising technology for safeguarding the personal identity and digital information of every individual. This paper describes an easy-to-integrate and inexpensive method to improve the security of fingerprint ... -
Antimetastatic Activity of Lactoferrin-Coated Mesoporous Maghemite Nanoparticles in Breast Cancer Enabled by Combination Therapy
( American Chemical Society , 2020 , Article)Despite successes in breast cancer treatment, the incidence of metastasis, drug resistance, and toxicity limit the efficacy of current therapeutic modalities. Herein, by designing lactoferrin-doxorubicin-mesoporous maghemite ... -
Antioxidant properties of gold nanozyme: A review
( Elsevier B.V. , 2020 , Article)AuNPs with enzyme-like features have received strong attention in different areas, although limited data is available in literature on their biological/industrial functions. NPs especially Au counterparts have been shown ... -
Application of Fatty Acid Based Phase-Change Material to Reduce Energy Consumption from Roofs of Buildings
( American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) , 2016 , Article)Buildings account for a significant portion of the total energy consumption in the U.S., especially the energy-inefficient commercial building sector. As part of the future path toward realizing net zero energy buildings, ... -
Application of gelatin nanoconjugates as potential internal stimuli-responsive platforms for cancer drug delivery
( Elsevier B.V. , 2020 , Article)Nanoparticles (NPs) have been continuously utilized for different implementations, most particularly for cancer drug delivery. A large number of NP-based drug delivery systems (DDSs) have been explored for cancer therapy ...