Impact of Surface Modification and Nanoparticle on Sisal Fiber Reinforced Polypropylene Nanocomposites by Idowu David Ibrahim, Tamba Jamiru, Emmanuel Rotimi Sadiku, Williams Kehinde Kupolati, Stephen Chinenyeze Agwuncha

“…The use of plant fibers, polymer, and nanoparticles for composite has gained global attention, especially in the packaging, automobile, aviation, building, and construction industries. Nanocomposites materials are currently in use as a replacement for traditional materials due to their superior properties, such as high strength-to-weight ratio, cost effectiveness, and environmental friendliness. …”
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Multiobjective Optimization of Precision Forging Process Parameters Based on Response Surface Method by Fayuan Zhu, Zhaohui Wang, Mi Lv

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The Causes of Variation Orders and Their Effects on Cost and Time of Projects in Sulaimani Governorate by Karukh Hassan M.karim, Noori Ali, Basira Majeed

“…Variation orders are a permanent phenomenon in the construction of projects and industries around the world, and particularly in the province of Sulaymaniyah. Where construction industries suffer from variation orders. It includes an amendment of the initial scope of work as in the awarded contract.  …”
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EVALUATION OF THE BARRIERS TO THE USE OF APPROPRIATE CONSTRUCTABILITY PRACTICES ON CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS by Abimbola Olukemi Windapo, Olabode Emmanuel Ogunsanmi

“… Within the Nigerian and Sub-Saharan African construction industries generally there has been a lack of research profiling the constructability practices of contractors and possible barriers to the use of appropriate methods. …”
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The Moderating Influence of Project Scope on Leadership Skills, Stakeholder Management, and Execution of Fibre Optic Infrastructure by James Konya Akhwaba

“…The results may also help professionals in mobile telecommunication and construction industries by providing strategic guideline in effective, efficient, and sustainable execution of fibre optic infrastructure.…”
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An Overview of Extensive Analysis of 3D Printing Applications in the Manufacturing Sector by M. Jayakrishna, M. Vijay, Baseem Khan

“…Additive manufacturing (AM) technology is being used for extensive customization and production of all types of open-source designs in farming, medical, automotive, locomotive, aerospace, and construction industries. The advantages of 3D printing for industrial applications include little material waste, simple production, minimal human participation, minimal postprocessing, and energy efficiency. …”
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Effect of Natural Pozzolana on Physical and Mechanical Properties of Concrete by Tsion Amsalu Fode, Yusufu Abeid Chande Jande, Thomas Kivevele

“…Construction industries are rapidly growing, sacking high amounts of concrete which has a highly dense microstructure with excellent mechanical properties, more durable, and highly eco-friendly materials. …”
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Magnesium and silicon recovery from chrysotile asbestos waste of the deposit Zhitikara, Kazakhstan by R. A. Shayakhmetova, A. A. Mukhametzhanova, D. N. Akbayeva, A. Zh. Terlikbaeva, P. A. Osipov, A. M. Alimzhanova, A. A. Zharmenov

“…Batch reactors are used in both laboratory and pilot experiments, and initial trials are conducted in a recently constructed industrial Ti reactor at the Kostanay Minerals JSC plant in the Kostanay region of Zhitikara. …”
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Synthesis and applications of natural fiber‐reinforced epoxy composites: A comprehensive review by Md. Zobair Al Mahmud, S. M. Fazle Rabbi, Md. Didarul Islam, Nayem Hossain

“…The composites demonstrate potential applications in the automotive, aerospace, and construction industries, where they can be used for interior components, structural elements, and non‐load‐bearing parts. …”
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Deformation Monitoring Model of Buried Pipeline Mechanical Parts Based on the Distributed Optical Fiber Monitoring System by Bihua Shen, Xiangchao Wang, Mengya Sun, Wei Qian

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Characterisation of Luffa cylindrica Fibre from Cameroon for Use in Composites: Effect of Alkaline Treatment by Jean Aimé Mono, Assona Appolince Rachelle, Claude Takoumbe, Odette Thérèse Adegono Assiene, Prince Hermann Pokem Nguimjeu, Fabrice Ella Belinga

“…The mechanical results, namely, stress at break (9.744-27.45 MPa), Young’s modulus (307.56-582.41 MPa), and elongation at break (3.45%-8.11%), are close to those of other plant fibres used as reinforcement in polymer matrix composites for applications in the automotive, insulation, furniture, and construction industries. Luffa cylindrica fibre could have applications in the same direction. …”
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Mechanism and implications of comprehensive land consolidation in promoting village revitalization： Taking Dongheng Village in Deqing County, Zhejiang Province as an example by JIANG Yanfeng, LUO Danyi, ZHANG Yingnan

“…[Conclusion] Regions with conditions should fully utilize the role of rural elites both within and outside the administrative system and carry out comprehensive land consolidation programs tailored to local conditions, and, on this basis, promote these programs as platforms for connecting regional policies, land engineering, infrastructure construction, industrial development, and villagers’ employment. …”
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