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Productivity and optimization of section-based automated lines of parallel-serial structure with embedded buffers
(Springer-Verlag London Limited, 2013-03)Automated production lines of a parallel-serial structure are most productive in the manufacturing area. Designers of automated lines segment into sections with several stations place buffers between the series of sections ... -
Real-time control of automotive engine fuelled with Malaysian palm oil biodiesel
(Praise Worthy Prize S.r.l., 2012)With the rapid decline in energy resources, the increasing environmental concerns, and the high demand of energy consumption, many countries have been looking for alternative energy to substitute fossil fuel. One of the ... -
The reduction of noxious emissions using urea based on Selective Non-Catalytic Reduction in small scale bio fuel combustion system
(Canadian Center of Science and Education, 2011-04-02)Selective Non-Catalytic Reduction (SNCR) of oxides of nitrogen (NOx) was studied experimentally by injecting different concentrations of aqueous urea solution in a pilot-scale Bio-fuel fired tunnel furnace at 3-4 % ... -
Relationship between engine oil viscosity with age and temperature
(Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), 2011-05)Single grade engine oil viscosity experience changes influenced by temperature and pressure. In reality however, the viscosity of the engine oil is also affected by age. A relationship between oil's viscosity with temperature ... -
Removal of NOx and CO from a Burner system
(American Chemical Society, 2010-04-15)This paper presents the development of an emissions-controlling technique for oil burners aimed especially to reduce oxides of nitrogen (NOx). Another emission of interest is carbon monoxide (CO). In this research, a ... -
A review on major business excellence frameworks.
(Social Science Research Network, 2012)In increasingly competitive business environments, business excellence models play crucial roles in organizational successes. Numerous organizations implement business excellence models to obtain business excellence. To ... -
Review on non uniform rational B-spline (NURBS): concept and optimization
(Trans Tech Publications, 2014-02)This paper is to provide literature review of the Non Uniform Rational B-Splines (NURBS) formulation in the curve and surface constructions. NURBS curves and surfaces have a wide application in Computer Aided Geometry ... -
Root causes analysis of disbonds and unidentifiable ultrasonic indications on composite materials
(Trans Tech Publications, 2014)To ensure the structural integrity of composite materials, honeycomb sandwich panels must be inspected for defects with through-transmission ultrasonic testing. This study focused on the root causes analysis of disbonds ... -
RULA and REBA assessments in computer laboratories
(Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP), 2009-12-01)Sitting static while doing office tasks or typing tasks on personal computers is frequently found to be awkward. People, especially students do not aware of the importance of sitting with correct postures while doing their ... -
Shrinkages and warpage in the processability of wood-filled polypropylene composite thin-walled parts formed by injection molding
(Elsevier Ltd., 2013-12)Reducing volumetric shrinkages and warpage during the injection molding process is a challenging problem in the production of molded thin-walled parts. In this study, the injection molding of shallow, thin-walled parts ... -
A simple technique for improving the anechoic performance of a pyramidal absorber
(EMW Publishing, 2013)In this paper, we propose a very simple technique that offers an extra degree of freedom to optimize the design of a tire dust-based absorber with reduced height. Cladding is a technique that is used to enhance the surface ... -
Spray characteristic of palm biofuel blends
(Universiti Malaya, 2010)The present numerical study on spray characteristic of biofuels, which is the blend of Refined, Bleached and Deodorized Palm olein (RBDPO) and Commercial Diesel Fuel (CDF) in gas turbine, is important. This type of study ... -
Statistical Design of Experiment (SDE): A part of virtual manufacturing
(2006)Of late, much has been discussed on virtual manufacturing. Essentially, virtual manufacturing comprises of the development of prototypes using computer simulation. In this paper, it is proposed that Statistical Design ... -
Strength of the weld line and warpage defects on the molded parts in injection molding process
(Praise Worthy Prize S.r.l., 2013)Strength at weld the line location and warpage problem in injection molding plastic component were not new problems in injection molding industries. Many researchers had emerged with several improvement techniques to reduce ... -
The study of lean layout in an automotive parts manufacturer
(Trans Tech Publications, 2012)The term "Lean" was the Japanese model and had been associated with the practice of interpreting the value added activities from those that are wasted ("muda" in Japanese) in an organization and its supply chain [1]. Apart ... -
The study of surface roughness and MRR of mild steel using manual plasma arc cutting machining
(Trans Tech Publications, 2012)Manufacturing companies define the qualities of thermal removing process based on the dimension and physical appearance of the cutting material surface. Therefore, the roughness of the surface area of the cutting material ... -
Study on ability of palm oil as viscosity index improvement (VII) additive in thermal stability (base mineral oil - Cooking palm oil)
(Praise Worthy Prize S.r.l., 2012)This research was conducted to study the thermal stability of cooking palm oil when subjected to heat in an attempt to study its ability as viscosity index improver. Four samples of mixture of Shell Rimula X SAE 40 engine ... -
A study on fiber glass composite hovercraft hull with different wall thickness using generative structural analysis
(Praise Worthy Prize S.r.l., 2012)The usage of fiber glass composite has tremendously given the benefitof a weight reduction and enhancing the performance of a product. Some developers and innovative changes have been made to the hull design by inserting ... -
Surface roughness and MRR effect on manual plasma arc cutting machining
(World Academy of Science, Engineering and Technology (WASET), 2012)Industrial surveys shows that manufacturing companies define the qualities of thermal removing process based on the dimension and physical appearance of the cutting material surface. Therefore, the roughness of the ... -
Tool wear prediction models during end milling of glass fibre-reinforced polymer composites
(Springer-Verlag London., 2013-07)Composite products are often subjected to secondary machining processes as integral part of component manufacture. However, rapid tool wear becomes the limiting factor in maintaining consistent machining quality of the ...