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2. To Study the Role of Endovascular Embolization (Emborrhoid) Using Coils and PVA Particles in Treatment of Hemorrhoids.
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Zuber, Mohammad
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HEMORRHOIDS - Published
- 2024
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3. Imaging-Guided Percutaneous Transperitoneal Balloon Fenestration of Postrenal Transplant Lymphocele: A Case Report of Experience with New Technique.
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Zuber, Mohammad, Shoaib, Mohammad, Chatterjee, Pritam, and Ravikumar, R.
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FLUOROSCOPY , *LYMPHOCELE , *KIDNEY transplant complications , *SURGICAL complications , *SURGICAL decompression , *CHRONIC kidney failure - Abstract
Renal transplantation is the treatment of choice for improved survival and quality of life in patients with end-stage renal disease. However, perirenal fluid collections are common surgical complications after renal transplant, with about 0.6 to 18% of patients developing a lymphocele. Conventional treatments include percutaneous aspiration and drainage, laparoscopic fenestration, and open surgical decompression stepwise. Recently, a new image-guided percutaneous transperitoneal balloon fenestration technique has been described as an alternative to the laparoscopic or surgical technique. We present the case of a 25-year-old male patient diagnosed with a lymphocele after 2 months of transplantation and no resolution of the lymphocele with percutaneous aspiration and drainage. We used this new technique under ultrasound and fluoroscopy guidance, which resulted in the resolution of the lymphocele at 1 month postprocedure. This case report highlights this new technique's potential role in successfully managing the posttransplant lymphocele in a minimally invasive manner. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
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4. A computational fluid dynamics study on the airflow patterns in infant and adult.
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Corda, John Valerian, Zuber, Mohammad, Ahmad, Kamarul Arifin, Lewis, Leslie, and Koteshwar, Prakashini
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COMPUTATIONAL fluid dynamics , *AIR flow , *INFANTS , *NASAL cavity , *ADULTS , *PRESSURE drop (Fluid dynamics) , *VENTILATION - Abstract
The nasal cavity evolves with age from birth to adulthood. The airflow dynamics define the productiveness of the nasal cavity in terms of filtering of the unwanted dust particles, heating, and humidification of inspired air. The study aims to understand and compare the airflow dynamics between infant and adult nasal airways. Computational Fluid Dynamics simulation is performed to determine airflow patterns in an infant nasal cavity and compare them with an adult nasal cavity. Segmentation of nasal CT scans of healthy infants and adults were performed with MIMICS 21.0 (Materialise, Ann Arbor, MI). These anatomically accurate patient models were simulated for airflow using ANSYS FLUENT 2020 R2. A Mesh dependency check is performed to ascertain the solution is grid-independent. The nasal valve region depicted a peak velocity for both the infant and adult nasal cavity. The effective diameter and the hydraulic diameter of an infant is about 70% to 75% of the adult nasal cavity respectively. The infant nasal cavity projects a higher pressure drop and nasal resistance when compared to the adult which is nearly 85% higher at sedentary breathing conditions. The nasal valve experiences the Maximum Wall shear stress which is two times higher for an adult when compared to an infant nasal cavity. The airflow comparison between the infant and adult nasal cavity reveals that the nasal valve region is the location of peak velocity where the adult experiences 80% higher velocity when compared to the infant. Also, infants experience a higher pressure drop and an elevated nasal resistance in comparison to adults. Higher nasal resistance implies the requirement of higher work of breathing. The maximum wall shear stress at the nasal valve is two times higher in adults when compared to the infant nasal cavity. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
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5. Kinematic Investigations of a Novel Flapping Actuation Design with Mutually Perpendicular 3 Cylindrical Joint Approach for FW-Drones.
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Singh, Spoorthi, Zuber, Mohammad, Hamidon, Mohd Nizar, Azriff Basri, Adi, Mazlan, Norkhairunnisa, and Ahmad, Kamarul Arifin
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DRONE aircraft , *COMPUTER simulation , *COMPUTER programming , *MATHEMATICAL models - Abstract
The transmission mechanism of artificial flapping-wing drones generally needs low weight and the fewest interconnecting components, making their development challenging. The four-bar Linkage mechanism for flapping actuation has generally been used till now with complex and heavy connecting designs, but our proposed novel perpendicularly organized 3-cylindrical joint mechanism is designed to be unique and lighter weight with smooth functioning performance. The proposed prototype transforms the rotary motion of the motor into a specific angle of flapping movement, where the dimensions and specifications of the design components are proportional to the obtained flapping angle. Power consumption and flapping actuation can be monitored by adjusting the motor's rotational speed to control the individual wing in this mechanism. The proposed mechanism consists of a crank with three slightly slidable cylindrical joints perpendicularly arranged to each other with a specified distance in a well-organized pattern to produce a flapping movement at the other end. In order to examine the kinematic attributes, a mathematical process approach is formulated, and kinematic simulations are performed using SIMSCAPE multibody MATLAB, PYTHON programming and COMPMECH GIM software. The proposed invention's real-time test bench prototype model is designed, tested and analyzed for flapping validation. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
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6. Magnetic resonance imaging of endometriosis: a common but often hidden, missed, and misdiagnosed entity.
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Zuber, Mohammad, Shoaib, Mohammad, and Kumari, Surbhi
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PELVIC pain , *MAGNETIC resonance imaging , *ENDOMETRIOSIS , *DIAGNOSTIC errors , *DELAYED diagnosis , *UTERUS - Abstract
Endometriosis is a common benign and chronic inflammatory gynaecological disease due to functional endometrial glands and stroma in an ectopic location outside the uterine cavity. It affects 5-10% of reproductive age group women in the peak age of 24-29 years. However, women with infertility and chronic pelvic pain have an even greater prevalence, accounting for 30-50% and 90% of cases, respectively. Although it is a common entity, patients often get a delayed diagnosis because it is often subtle (hidden), missed, or confused with mimics, leading to misdiagnosis, which significantly affects patients’ quality of life because they live in constant pain from undiagnosed endometriosis. Laparoscopy followed by histopathological confirmation is the gold standard for diagnosis, but it is an invasive procedure. MRI is an excellent non-invasive modality that helps in non-invasive diagnosis, with excellent delineation of the disease extent, and thus provides a presurgical mapping of the disease, which is helpful for the operating surgeon. Radiologists should be aware of all possible spectrum and diagnose this early and provide a detailed structured report mapping the entire extent of the disease process, which helps in effective treatment planning and successful outcomes in improving patients’ quality of life. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2022
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7. Preparation and characterization of guar gum based polyurethanes.
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Anjum, Anbreen, Zuber, Mohammad, Zia, Khalid Mahmood, Anjum, Muhammad Naveed, and Aftab, Waseem
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GUAR gum , *POLYURETHANES , *PREPOLYMERS , *DIFFERENTIAL scanning calorimetry , *BINDING agents - Abstract
Guar gum (plant-based polysaccharide) is a promising candidate with immense potential. It is used as emulsifier, thickener, stabilizer, and as binding agent in many industries. In the present project, it was planned to synthesize guar gum based polyurethanes by varying the amount of guar gum. Guar gum (GG) was used along with hydroxyl-terminated polybutadiene (HTPB) as soft segment, which was then reacted with isophorone diisocyanate (IPDI) to form PU pre-polymers. In last step, these –NCO terminated pre-polymers were extended with 1,4 butane diol as chain extender. The prepared polyurethane samples were then characterized by using FTIR , solid-state 1HNMR and X-ray diffraction (XRD). Thermal behavior of the samples was studied by thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) and differential scanning calorimetry (DSC). Results indicated that the incorporation of guar gum in PU backbone improved its thermal behavior and crystallinity. • Guar gum is a plant-based polysaccharide, promising candidates with immense potential. • Synthesis of guar gum based polyurethanes • The structure and morphology of the material was studied by FTIR , solid-state static 1HNMR, XRD. • Thermal behavior of the prepared PU samples was checked by TGA and DSC analysis. • Incorporation of guar gum in PU backbone improved its thermal behavior and crystallinity. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2021
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8. Influence of Microwave Radiation on Dyeing of Bio-mordanted Silk Fabric using Neem Bark (Azadirachta indica)-Based Tannin Natural Dye.
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Zuber, Mohammad, Adeel, Shahid, Rehman, Fazal-Ur, Anjum, Fozia, Muneer, Majid, Abdullah, Muhammad, and Zia, Khalid Mahmood
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NATURAL dyes & dyeing , *TANNINS , *NEEM , *SODIUM sulfate , *HENNA (Plant) , *MICROWAVES , *ACACIA nilotica , *POMEGRANATE - Abstract
The utilization of bio-mordants to make natural coloring process more eco-friendly is gaining worldwide fame, whereas the addition of microwave treatment has added value to the extraction of colorant under mild conditions. The Current study has been undertaken to isolate tannin from neem (Azadirachta indica) bark under the impact of microwave radiation for the dyeing of mordanted (chemical and bio) silk fabric. For this purpose, the extraction of colorant (tannin) has been carried out in various media and dyeing variables have been optimized. For making the process more sustainable and clean, extracts ofbio-mordants such as turmeric (Curcuma longa), henna (Lawsonia inermis), pomegranate (Punica granatum) and acacia (Acacia nilotica) have been employed at given conditions. It is found that microwave radiation for 2 min. to acidified methanolic extract of 2 pH obtained from 6 g powder has given good color strength in irradiated silk when it is used to dye at 75°C for 65 min. by employing 3 g/100 mL of Glauber's salt the as exhausting agent. It is concluded that microwave treatment has not only enhanced the extraction of tannin from neem bark but also improved the color characteristics under low conditions. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2020
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9. Fluid Structure Interaction on Paravalvular Leakage of Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation Related to Aortic Stenosis: A Patient-Specific Case.
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Basri, Adi A., Zuber, Mohammad, Basri, Ernnie I., Zakaria, Muhammad S., Aziz, Ahmad F. A., Tamagawa, Masaaki, and Ahmad, Kamarul A.
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HEART valve prosthesis implantation , *AORTIC stenosis , *AORTA , *BLOOD flow - Abstract
This study investigated the impact of paravalvular leakage (PVL) in relation to the different valve openings of the transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) valve using the fluid structure interaction (FSI) approach. Limited studies were found on the subject of FSI with regards to TAVI-PVL condition, which involves both fluid and structural responses in coupling interaction. Hence, further FSI simulation with the two-way coupling method is implemented to investigate the effects of hemodynamics blood flow along the patient-specific aorta model subjected to the interrelationship between PVL and the different valve openings using the established FSI software ANSYS 16.1. A 3D patient-specific aorta model is constructed using MIMICS software. The TAVI valve identical to Edward SAPIEN XT 26 (Edwards Lifesciences, Irvine, California), at different Geometrical Orifice Areas (GOAs), is implanted into the patient's aortic annulus. The leaflet opening of the TAVI valve is drawn according to severity of GOA opening represented in terms of 100%, 80%, 60%, and 40% opening, respectively. The result proved that the smallest percentage of GOA opening produced the highest possibility of PVL, increased the recirculatory flow proximally to the inner wall of the ascending aorta, and produced lower backflow velocity streamlines through the side area of PVL region. Overall, 40% GOA produced 89.17% increment of maximum velocity magnitude, 19.97% of pressure drop, 65.70% of maximum WSS magnitude, and a decrement of 33.62% total displacement magnitude with respect to the 100% GOA. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2020
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10. Optimized trapezoidal-shaped hip implant for total hip arthroplasty using finite element analysis.
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K N, Chethan, Zuber, Mohammad, Bhat N, Shyamasunder, Shenoy B, Satish, and Shepherd, Duncan
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TOTAL hip replacement , *FEMUR head , *STRAINS & stresses (Mechanics) , *FINITE element method - Abstract
Hip implants consist of a stem, femoral head, acetabular cup, and backing cup. There is a wide variety of sizes and lengths. Their adaptability is limited because of the inter-anatomical variations. There is no single fit-for-all implant design that satisfies the orthopedic requirement satisfactorily. In this work, the trapezoidal-shaped stem with three different cross-sections is considered. The femoral head size, acetabular cup thickness, backing cup thickness, and trunnion geometry were varied to arrive at the best possible combination. ANSYS R-19 was used to perform the static analysis. It is found that trapezoidal-shaped profile two has the least amount of stress and total deformation. The von Mises stresses were found to be higher when the femoral head size was between 32 mm to 40 mm in profile two. It was also observed that the femoral head with 24 mm has the least stress compared to higher head sizes. The maximum von Mises stress-induced in profile two was 141.0 MPa, the total deformation of 0.04436 mm and elastic strain of 7.6 × 10−4 mm/mm. Trunnion interface does not have a significant role with respect to the structural strength of the implant. From the findings of this study, it is inferred that profile two shaped stems with the femoral ball size of 36 mm, acetabular cup thickness of 2 mm and backing cup thickness of 1mm is best suited for the hip replacement. The major outcome of this study is the utilization of the DoE method to determine the optimized value of the implant. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2020
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11. Synthesis and characterization of chitosan-based waterborne polyurethane for textile finishes.
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Naz, Farah, Zuber, Mohammad, Mehmood Zia, Khalid, Salman, Mahwish, Chakraborty, Jeet, Nath, Ipsita, and Verpoort, Francis
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CHITOSAN , *POLYURETHANES , *TEXTILE finishing , *ORGANIC synthesis , *BIOMEDICAL materials - Abstract
Graphical abstract Highlights • A series of chitosan-based waterborne polyurethane (CS-WPU) emulsions were synthesized. • The chain extension step was done by using different mole ratios of chitosan. • The CS-WPU emulsion was applied on plain weave poly-cotton dyed and printed fabrics by using pad-dry-cure techniques. • Incorporation of chitosan affects the tear strength and antimicrobial activity of poly-cotton dyed and printed fabrics. Abstract Chitosan has gained an increased interest of researchers due to its nontoxic, biodegradable, biocompatible and renewable properties as well as its antimicrobial activity. In this work, a series of chitosan-based waterborne polyurethane (CS-WPU) emulsions were synthesized. The synthesis was accomplished by using a two-step emulsion polymerization process. The pre-polymer was prepared using hexamethylene diisocyanate (HDI) and polyethylene glycol (PEG; MW = 6 kDa). Afterwards, the chain extension step was performed by using different mole ratios of chitosan. Moreover, the effect of chitosan on physicochemical properties of the emulsion was studied. To evaluate textile performances such as tear strength, tensile strength and pilling, the CS-WPU emulsion was applied on different plain weave polyester cotton dyed and printed fabrics by using pad-dry cure techniques. The antimicrobial activity of the treated and untreated fabrics was also evaluated via the agar diffusion method. The results displayed that incorporation of chitosan has prominent effects on tensile tear strength, tear strength and antimicrobial activity of polyester cotton dyed and printed fabrics. Moreover, antimicrobial activity was considerably enhanced as the mole ratio of the chitosan was increased. The results emphasize that CS-WPU based on HDI exhibits a better performance as compared to IPDI. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2018
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12. Numerical study of a nasal cavity model having a constricted pharyngeal section representing obstructive sleep apnea.
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Zuber, Mohammad, Riazuddin, Vizy N., Ahmad, Kamarul A., Khader, Shah M. A., and Basri, Adi A.
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SLEEP apnea syndromes , *NASAL cavity , *COMPUTATIONAL fluid dynamics , *COMPUTED tomography , *NUMERICAL analysis , *DIAGNOSIS - Abstract
This study presents, use of a technique based on functional imaging and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) modeling in generating useful data that can be used to determine and diagnose Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) condition. A three-dimensional nasal cavity model was reconstructed based on computed tomographic images of a healthy Malaysian adult nose. Navier-Stokes and continuity equations for steady airflow were solved numerically to examine inspiratory and expiratory nasal flow. The study showed that, the pressure drop from the choanae to the OSA region was found to be larger than the pressure drop through the nasal passages. Stresses as high as 42.4 Pa were observed in this constricted OSA passageway, which is otherwise not a common occurrence in the normal subjects. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2017
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13. Microbial production of polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs) and its copolymers: A review of recent advancements.
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Anjum, Anbreen, Zuber, Mohammad, Zia, Khalid Mahmood, Noreen, Aqdas, Anjum, Muhammad Naveed, and Tabasum, Shazia
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POLYHYDROXYALKANOATES , *COPOLYMERS , *MICROORGANISMS , *MINERAL oils , *QUALITY of life , *WASTE management - Abstract
Traditional mineral oil based plastics are important commodity to enhance the comfort and quality of life but the accumulation of these plastics in the environment has become a major universal problem due to their low biodegradation. Solution to the plastic waste management includes incineration, recycling and landfill disposal methods. These processes are very time consuming and expensive. Biopolymers are important alternatives to the petroleum-based plastics due to environment friendly manufacturing processes, biodegradability and biocompatibility. Therefore use of novel biopolymers, such as polylactide, polysaccharides, aliphatic polyesters and polyhydroxyalkanoates is of interest. PHAs are biodegradable polyesters of hydroxyalkanoates (HA) produced from renewable resources by using microorganisms as intracellular carbon and energy storage compounds. Even though PHAs are promising candidate for biodegradable polymers, however, the production cost limit their application on an industrial scale. This article provides an overview of various substrates, microorganisms for the economical production of PHAs and its copolymers. Recent advances in PHAs to reduce the cost and to improve the performance of PHAs have also been discussed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2016
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14. Near Miss: Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation with Acute Renal Failure and Sepsis.
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Nanda, Sakshi, Wadaskar, Nitin, and Zuber, Mohammad
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MATERNAL mortality , *THERAPEUTIC embolization , *ACUTE kidney failure , *DISSEMINATED intravascular coagulation , *COMPUTED tomography - Abstract
Aim and background: Maternal mortality is one of the nightmares for obstetricians and also for the patient's family. There are many causes, but disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) with acute renal failure is one of the challenging cases, which requires a multidisciplinary approach. Case description: A 29-year-old second para patient with two live births, was presented in the emergency department with septic shock and DIC. She had gross hemoperitoneum with massive rectus sheath hematoma. Initially her blood pressure was stabilized by giving blood products and supportive treatment. As soon as her blood pressure became stable, she underwent computed tomographic angiography-guided embolization of right inferior epigastric artery. After 24 hours of embolization, she underwent laparotomy for abdominal compartment syndrome. Conclusion: Although primary treatment of DIC is to treat underlying cause, but transarterial embolization in addition to primary treatment, is also equally effective in controlling the on-going bleeding which in turn results in DIC. Clinical significance: Maternal mortality represents health state of a country and one should try to be safe as many near miss as possible with a multidisciplinary approach. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
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15. Collagen based polyurethanes—A review of recent advances and perspective.
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Zuber, Mohammad, Zia, Fatima, Zia, Khalid Mahmood, Tabasum, Shazia, Salman, Mahwish, and Sultan, Neelam
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COLLAGEN , *POLYURETHANES , *LIGAMENT physiology , *TENSILE strength , *BIOMIMETIC materials , *VITAMIN C deficiency - Abstract
Collagen is mostly found in fibrous tissues such as tendons, ligaments and skin. Collagen makes up approximately 30% of the proteins within the body. These are tough and strong structures found all over the body: in bones, tendons and ligaments. Collagen being the most abundant protein provides tensile strength via cell matrix interactions to tissue architecture. Biomimetic materials of collagen origin gained wide spread acceptance in clinical applications. Vitamin C deficiency causes scurvy a serious and painful disease in which defective collagen prevents the formation of strong connective tissue, gums deteriorate and bleed, with loss of teeth; skin discolors, and wounds do not heal. Effective collagens prevent the manifestation of such disorders. Polyurethanes on the other hand are frequently used for various applications as they offered in wide-ranging of compositions, properties and complex structures. Collagen/PU bio-composites have potential array for biomedical applications. Considering versatile properties of the elongated fibrils and wide industrial and biomedical applications including biocompatibility of polyurethane, this review shed a light on collagen based polyurethane materials with their potential applications especially focusing the bio-medical field. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2015
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16. Classification of actuation mechanism designs with structural block diagrams for flapping-wing drones: A comprehensive review.
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Singh, Spoorthi, Zuber, Mohammad, Hamidon, Mohd Nizar, Mazlan, Norkhairunnisa, Basri, Adi Azriff, and Ahmad, Kamarul Arifin
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BATS , *HUMMINGBIRDS , *BLOCK diagrams , *BLOCK designs , *STRUCTURAL design , *MICRO air vehicles , *BIOMIMETIC materials , *JOB performance - Abstract
Flying insects are interesting dipteras with an outstanding wing structure that makes their flight efficient. It is challenging to mimic flying insects and create effective artificial flapping drones that can imitate their flying techniques. The smaller insect-size drones have remarkable applications, but they need lightweight and minimal connecting structures for their transmission mechanism. Many operating methods, such as the traditional rotary actuation method and non-conventional oscillatory mechanisms with multiple transmission configurations, are popularly adopted. The classification and recent design innovations with flapping actuation mechanism challenges, particularly bio-inspired (biomimetics) and bio-morphic types of flapping-wing aerial vehicles from micro to pico-scale, are discussed in this review paper. For ease of understanding, we have attempted to depict the actuation mechanisms in the form of block diagrams. The ability of hybrid efficient mechanisms to improve the flapping frequency of wings and flapping actuation design process, including other parameters, such as flapping angle, lift generation, and hovering ability with current driving mechanisms, is also discussed. Depending on their endearing resemblance, we have segregated Flapping-Wing Micro Air Vehicle (FWMAV) design patterns like birds, small birds, nano hummingbirds, moths, bats, biomorphic types, flapping test bench models, and fully flyable models, which are characterized by their flight modes. Important flapping actuation systems that can be used to achieve hovering capability are highlighted. The actuation mechanisms' specifications and configurations are expanded by focusing on the need of flapping frequency and stroke angle controllability via the linkage mechanisms with insight into flapping patterns. Besides that, the requirements for the sustainability of flying patterns during manual and automatic launches were investigated. In addition, the different researchers' annual progress on their Flapping-wing models has been emphasized. The best performing prototypes with their flapping actuation mechanism contributions to achieving better lift and long-duration flight sustainability are articulated through ranking. An insight into some of the significant challenges and future work on flapping performance levels are also discussed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2022
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17. Aerodynamic comparison of slotted and non-slotted diffuser casings for Diffuser Augmented Wind Turbines (DAWT).
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Sridhar, Surya, Zuber, Mohammad, B., Satish Shenoy, Kumar, Amit, Ng, Eddie Y.K., and Radhakrishnan, Jayakrishnan
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HORIZONTAL axis wind turbines , *WIND turbines , *VERTICAL axis wind turbines , *NOISE pollution , *WIND tunnel testing , *TORQUE , *DIFFUSERS (Fluid dynamics) - Abstract
The ability of Horizontal & Vertical Axis Wind Turbine (HAWT & VAWT) to harness the incoming wind is limited due to several factors such as structural constrains, fatigue problems, geographical and ecological issues, noise pollution, vibrational & acoustic losses. Diffuser Augmented Wind Turbine (DAWT) exploits the concepts of velocity augmentation to maximize power production efficiently when compared to conventional approach. The optimization of the geometric parameters can help the augmentation capability of the diffuser. This study investigates the aerodynamic effect of slits on diffuser casings and the performance of slotted and non-slotted diffuser casings is compared using 3D CFD analysis and validated experimentally. The performance of the studied diffusers is analysed in terms of velocity at the rotor plane, augmentation ratio, and swallowed mass flow rate. At tip speed corresponding to 62 m/s, the performance parameters of slotted DAWTs showed an increase by 27.4% and 46.8% compared to non-slotted DAWTs and open turbines, respectively. It is also observed that the inclusion of slotted and non-slotted diffusers enclosing the rotor resulted in an average augmentation of 2.01 and 1.36 in both power and torque produced, respectively. • DAWT have proven to overcome the Betz limit and reduce tip losses & noise. • Addition of slots to diffuser casing has shown to increase both torque and power. • Slotted DAWTs have shown to produce higher power with greater efficiency. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2022
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18. Performance behavior of modified cellulosic fabrics using polyurethane acrylate copolymer.
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Zuber, Mohammad, Shah, Sayyed Asim Ali, Jamil, Tahir, and Asghar, Muhammad Irfan
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CELLULOSE fibers , *POLYURETHANES , *ACRYLATES , *COPOLYMERS , *EMULSIONS , *MOLECULAR weights - Abstract
Abstract: The surface of the cellulosic fabrics was modified using self-prepared emulsions of polyurethane acrylate copolymers (PUACs). PUACs were prepared by varying the molecular weight of polycaprolactone diol (PCL). The PCL was reacted with isophorone diisocyanate (IPDI) and chain was extended with 2-hydroxy ethyl acrylate (HEA) to form vinyl terminated polyurethane (VTPU) preploymer. The VTPU was further co-polymerized through free radical polymerization with butyl acrylate in different proportions. The FT-IR spectra of monomers, prepolymers and copolymers assured the formation of proposed PUACs structure. The various concentrations of prepared PUACs were applied onto the different fabric samples using dip-padding techniques. The results revealed that the application of polyurethane butyl acrylate copolymer showed a pronounced effect on the tear strength and pilling resistance of the treated fabrics. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]
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- 2014
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19. Chitin based polyurethanes using hydroxyl terminated polybutadiene, part III: Surface characteristics.
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Zia, Khalid Mahmood, Zuber, Mohammad, Saif, Muhammad Jawwad, Jawaid, Mohammad, Mahmood, Kashif, Shahid, Muhammad, Anjum, Muhammad Naveed, and Ahmad, Mirza Nadeem
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CHITIN , *POLYURETHANES , *HYDROXYL group , *POLYBUTADIENE , *SURFACE chemistry , *TOLUENE diisocyanate , *ANTIBACTERIAL agents , *DRUG activation - Abstract
Abstract: Hydroxy terminated polybutadiene (HTPB)-chitin based polyurethanes (PUs) with controlled hydrophobicity were synthesized using HTPB and toluene diisocyanate (TDI). The prepolymer was extended with different mass ratios of chitin and 1,4-butane diol (BDO). The effect of chitin contents in chain extender (CE) proportions on surface properties was studied and investigated. Incorporation of chitin contents into the final PU showed decrease in contact angle value of water drop, water absorption (%) and swelling behavior. The antibacterial activity of the prepared samples was affected by varying the chitin contents in the chemical composition of the final PU. The results demonstrated that the use of prepared material can be suggested as non-absorbable suture. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]
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- 2013
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20. Properties of the modified cellulosic fabrics using polyurethane acrylate copolymers
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Tabasum, Shazia, Zuber, Mohammad, Jabbar, Abdul, and Zia, Khalid Mahmood
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CELLULOSE , *POLYURETHANES , *ACRYLATES , *COPOLYMERS , *EMULSION polymerization , *CRYSTAL structure , *MOLECULAR weights - Abstract
Abstract: Polyurethane acrylate copolymers (PAC) were synthesized via emulsion polymerization following three step synthesis process using toluene-2,4-diisocyanate, hydroxy terminated poly(caprolactone) diol, 2-hydroxyethylacrylate (HEA) and butyl acrylate (BuA). Structural characteristics of the synthesized polyurethane acrylate copolymer (PAC) were studied using Fourier Transform Infrared (FT-IR) spectrophotometer and are with accordance with the proposed PAC structure. The physicochemical properties such as solid contents (%), tackiness, film appearance and emulsion stability were studied, discussed and co-related with other findings. The plain weave poly-cotton printed fabrics after application of PAC was evaluated applying colorfastness standard test method. The results revealed that emulsion stability is the main controlling factor of the synthesized material in order to get better applications and properties. The emulsion stability of the synthesized material increased with increase in molecular weight of the polycaprolactone diol. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]
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- 2013
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21. Antimicrobial and pilling evaluation of the modified cellulosic fabrics using polyurethane acrylate copolymers
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Tabasum, Shazia, Zuber, Mohammad, Jamil, Tahir, Shahid, Muhammad, and Hussain, Rizwan
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ANTI-infective agents , *PILLING (Textiles) , *POLYURETHANES , *CELLULOSE , *FOURIER transform infrared spectroscopy , *HYDROPHILIC compounds , *COPOLYMERS - Abstract
Abstract: Polyurethane acrylate copolymers (PACs) were synthesized by three step synthesis process via emulsion polymerization using toluene-2,4-diisocyanate, hydroxy terminated poly (caprolactone) diol (PCL), 2-hydroxyethylacrylate (HEA) and butyl acrylate (BuA). The proposed structure of the synthesized polyurethane acrylate copolymer (PAC) was confirmed using Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectrophotometer. The pilling characteristic and antimicrobial activities of the plain weave poly-cotton grey, white, printed and dyed fabric swatches after application of PAC were evaluated. The results revealed that by increasing the molecular weight of PCL in the synthesized PAC samples, the antimicrobial activities increased and this behavior was interpreted in term of increasing hydrophilic character. An increase in pilling ratings of the treated samples has been observed by increasing the molecular weight of the polycaprolactone diols in the synthesized PAC samples. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]
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- 2013
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22. Modification of cellulosic fibers by UV-irradiation. Part II: After treatments effects
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Zuber, Mohammad, Zia, Khalid Mahmood, Bhatti, Ijaz Ahmad, Ali, Zobia, Arshad, Muhammad Umair, and Saif, Muhammad Jawwad
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CELLULOSE , *ULTRAVIOLET radiation , *TREATMENT effectiveness , *COMPARATIVE studies , *ALKALINE solutions , *MOLECULAR weights - Abstract
Abstract: This work presents the comparative study on the dyeing behavior of cellulose fibers in alkaline solutions and under the influence of UV radiation. The cellulosic fabrics were pretreated followed by conventional mercerization technique or treatment with UV irradiation. For different time duration the reorganization of cellulose fibers by swelling treatments in alkaline solutions results in numerous structural modifications, causing changes of their accessibility and/or reactivity. The results revealed that the swelling of the cellulosic fibers depends on type of pre-treatment, dose of the radiation and the concentration of alkaline solution used. SEM analysis confirmed that UV irradiation of the cellulosic fibers leads to a higher swelling in comparison with any concentration of NaOH treatment. In comparison of both the treatments, the mercerized cellulosic fibers have shown better tear and tensile strength as compared to the untreated and UV irradiated one. There is adverse effect of UV radiation on the mechanical properties of UV radiation. Moreover, no loss in weight was observed after exposing the cellulose fabrics surface to UV radiation. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]
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23. Modification of cellulosic fabric using polyvinyl alcohol, part-II: Colorfastness properties
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Zuber, Mohammad, Zia, Khalid Mahmood, Bhatti, Ijaz Ahmad, Jamil, Tahir, Fazal-ur-Rehman, and Rizwan, Ali
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CELLULOSE , *POLYVINYL alcohol , *COLORFASTNESS (Textiles) , *POLYESTER fibers , *FOURIER transform infrared spectroscopy , *CRYSTALLINE polymers - Abstract
Abstract: A series of aqueous solutions of poly(vinyl alcohol) of various commercial products were prepared and applied onto the surfaces of cotton and blends of cotton/polyester fabrics. Fourier transform infrared spectrophotometer was used to confirm the molecular structure of the polyvinyl alcohol used. Performance tests such as colorfastness to rubbing (dry and wet) and colorfastness to washing were determined. The controlling variables affecting the performance properties of the finished substrate such as post-treatment with poly(vinyl alcohol) of various commercial trades, concentration and dilutions were studied. Crocking, washing and hue change of the treated dyed and printed fabrics is accompanied by the formation of semi-inter-penetrated network structure due to the presence of the hydroxyl (–OH) groups which make feasible to a number of grafting and physical cross linking reactions of polymer backbone. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]
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- 2012
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24. Modification of cellulosic fabric using polyvinyl alcohol—Part-I: Physicochemical properties
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Zia, Khalid Mahmood, Zuber, Mohammad, Rizwan, Ali, Jamil, Tahir, Tabasum, Shazia, and Shahid, Muhammad
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CELLULOSE , *TEXTILES , *POLYVINYL alcohol , *POLYESTER fibers , *MOLECULAR structure , *INFRARED spectroscopy , *VISCOSITY - Abstract
Abstract: A series of poly(vinyl alcohol) of different commercial grades were prepared and applied onto the surfaces of cotton and blends of cotton/polyester fibers. The molecular structure was confirmed using Fourier Transform Infrared spectroscopy. Physicochemical properties such as viscosity and solid contents (%) were determined and discussed. Factors affecting the performance properties of the finished substrate such as post-treatment with poly(vinyl alcohol) of different grades, concentration and dilutions were studied. Fixation of the poly(vinyl alcohol) onto/or within the cellulose structure is accompanied by the formation of semi-inter-penetrated network structure thereby enhancing the association as well as providing very high stiffness. The results revealed that applications of poly(vinyl alcohol) on the textile fabrics in the finishing processes enables to enhance the stiffness as well as helps to improve its pilling resistance. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]
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25. Cytotoxicity and mechanical behavior of chitin–bentonite clay based polyurethane bio-nanocomposites
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Zia, Khalid Mahmood, Zuber, Mohammad, Barikani, Mehdi, Hussain, Rizwan, Jamil, Tahir, and Anjum, Sohail
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CELL-mediated cytotoxicity , *CHITIN , *BENTONITE , *CLAY , *POLYURETHANES , *NANOCOMPOSITE materials , *MONTMORILLONITE , *MECHANICAL behavior of materials - Abstract
Abstract: Chitin based polyurethane bio-nanocomposites (PUBNC) were prepared using chitin, Delite® HPS bentonite nanoclay enriched in montmorillonite (MMT), 4,4′-diphenylmethane diisocyanate (MDI) and polycaprolactone polyol CAPA 231 (3000g/mol−1). The prepolymers having different concentration of Delite HPS bentonite nanoclay were extended with 2moles of chitin. The structures of the resulted polymers were determined by FT-IR technique. The effect of nanoclay contents on mechanical properties and in vitro biocompatibility was investigated. The mechanical properties of the synthesized materials were improved with increase in the Delite HPS® bentonite nanoclay contents. Optimum mechanical properties were obtained from the PU bio-nanocomposite samples having 4% Delite HPS® bentonite nanoclay. The results revealed that the final PU bio-nanocomposite having 2% Delite HPS® bentonite nanoclay contents is ideal contenders for surgical threads with on going investigations into their in vitro biocompatibility, non-toxicity, and mechanical properties. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]
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- 2011
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26. Preparation of rich handles soft cellulosic fabric using amino silicone based softener, part II: Colorfastness properties
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Zuber, Mohammad, Zia, Khalid Mahmood, Tabassum, Shazia, Jamil, Tahir, Barkaat-ul-Hasin, Syed, and Khosa, Muhammad Kaleem
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SILICONES , *COLORFASTNESS (Textiles) , *POLYESTER fibers , *COTTON textiles , *PILLING (Textiles) , *SURFACE area , *MIXING - Abstract
Abstract: The preparation of amino silicone based softeners with different emulsifiers was carried out and adsorbed onto the surfaces of cotton and blends of cotton/polyester fabrics. The softened fabrics have high surface area, so poorly performance in washing and rubbing fastness. It is obvious from the results of colorfastness to rubbing and washing that some of the samples of the dyed fabric treated with prepared softeners have shown some poor rating as compared to the untreated fabrics. However the other two samples have shown acceptable rubbing fastness results without losing softness and permanent handle. It can be observed that washing of the printed treated fabric remains unaffected almost in all the studied samples. Moreover, the application of the prepared softeners has imparted anti pilling property to the fabric. It can be seen that there is a remarkable increase in weights of treated fabrics as compared to the untreated fabrics. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]
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- 2011
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27. Synthesis of chitin–bentonite clay based polyurethane bio-nanocomposites
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Zuber, Mohammad, Zia, Khalid Mahmood, Mahboob, Shahid, Hassan, Muhammad, and Bhatti, Ijaz Ahmad
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CHITIN , *BENTONITE , *POLYURETHANES , *EMULSION polymerization , *MONTMORILLONITE , *MICROSCOPY , *NANOCOMPOSITE materials - Abstract
Abstract: Chitin based polyurethane bio-nanocomposites (PUBNC) were prepared by emulsion polymerization. A mixture of polymer and bentonite clay enriched in montmorillonite (MMT) was formed in emulsion polymerization, in which MMT dispersed differently depending on interaction of MMT with polymer chains. Cation exchange capacity (CEC) of bentonite clay enriched in montmorillonite was found 74meq/100g. The existence of the intercalated clay by PU in the hybrid was confirmed using optical microscope (OM) technique. Optical microscope (OM) photographs verified the well dispersed ordered intercalated assembles layers of bentonite in PU matrix. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]
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- 2010
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28. XRD pattern of chitin based polyurethane bio-nanocomposites
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Zia, Khalid Mahmood, Zuber, Mohammad, Barikani, Mehdi, Jabbar, Abdul, and Khosa, Muhammad Kaleem
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CHITIN , *POLYURETHANES , *X-ray diffraction , *NANOCOMPOSITE materials , *EMULSION polymerization , *BENTONITE , *ENTHALPY , *SILICATES - Abstract
Abstract: Chitin based polyurethane bio-nanocomposites (PUBNC) were prepared by emulsion polymerization. The existence of the intercalated clay by polyurethane (PU) in the hybrid was confirmed using X-ray diffraction (XRD), dynamic mechanical measurements and optical microscope (OM) techniques. The values of enthalpies changes (ΔH) associated with different bentonite nanoclay contents are much consistent with the crystalline pattern of the synthesized PUBNC samples. These results revealed that pure silicate disappear in PU/bentonite nanoclay hybrid and a set of new peaks appears corresponding to the basal spacing of PU/bentonite clay bio-nanocomposites. The values of tan δ versus temperature recorded using dynamic mechanical measurements were also in accord with crystalline pattern of the PUBNC samples. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]
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- 2010
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29. Surface characteristics of UV-irradiated chitin-based shape memory polyurethanes
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Zia, Khalid Mahmood, Zuber, Mohammad, Mahboob, Shahid, Sultana, Tayyaba, and Sultana, Salma
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POLYURETHANES , *SHAPE memory effect , *SURFACE energy , *ULTRAVIOLET radiation , *LACTONES , *POLYETHYLENE glycol , *ISOCYANATES , *ORGANIC synthesis - Abstract
Abstract: Shape memory polyurethanes (SMPUs) were prepared from polycaprolactone diol 4000 (PCL 4000), 4,4′-diphenylmethane diisocyanate (MDI), 1,4-butanediol (BDO), chitin, dimethylol propionic acid (DMPA), and triethylamine (TEA). The synthesized samples were irradiated for 50, 100, and 200h in an UV exposure unit. The effects of chitin and DMPA contents in the polyurethane (PU) formulation on surface properties of the UV-irradiated PU samples were investigated by contact angle measurements, surface free energy and water absorption (%), total work of water adhesion to polymer and equilibrium degree of swelling. Results of the aforementioned surface techniques revealed that the UV-irradiated PU samples were affected by varying the UV exposure period. The interactions of the PU films with solvents on the surface were clearly related to the contents of DMPA and chitin in the final polyurethane formulation and UV-irradiation time. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]
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30. Surface characteristics of chitin-based shape memory polyurethane elastomers
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Zia, Khalid Mahmood, Zuber, Mohammad, Barikani, Mehdi, Bhatti, Ijaz Ahmad, and Khan, Mohammad Bilal
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CHITIN , *SHAPE memory effect , *POLYURETHANE elastomers , *SURFACE analysis , *INFRARED spectroscopy , *SURFACE energy , *CONTACT angle - Abstract
Abstract: Shape memory polyurethanes (SMPUs) were prepared from polycaprolactone diol 4000 (PCL 4000), 1,4-butanediol (BDO), chitin, dimethylol propionic acid (DMPA), triethylamine (TEA) and 4,4′-diphenylmethane diisocyanate (MDI), and the structures of the synthesized materials were verified by infrared spectroscopy. The effects of chitin and DMPA contents in the polyurethane formulation on surface properties were investigated. DMPA provides function of making hydrophilic polyurethanes. The crystalline structure of chitin enhanced the hydrophobicity of the synthesized materials. Contact angle, water absorption, surface free energy, work of water adhesion and swelling behavior of the synthesized polyurethanes were affected by varying the DMPA and chitin contents. The interactions of the PU films with solvents on the surface were clearly related to the contents of DMPA and chitin in the final polyurethane formulation. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]
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- 2009
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31. Evaluation of biocompatibility and mechanical behavior of chitin-based polyurethane elastomers. Part-II: Effect of diisocyanate structure
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Zia, Khalid Mahmood, Zuber, Mohammad, Bhatti, Ijaz Ahmad, Barikani, Mehdi, and Sheikh, Munir Ahmad
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POLYURETHANE elastomers , *CHITIN , *BIOMEDICAL materials , *BIOCOMPATIBILITY - Abstract
Abstract: Chitin-based polyurethane elastomers having potential for biomedical applications with tunable mechanical properties were synthesized by step growth polymerization techniques using poly(ɛ-caprolactone) (PCL) with different diisocyanates. The prepolymer was extended using chitin and/or 1,4-butane diol (BDO). The structures of the resulted polymers were determined by Fourier transform infrared (FTIR), 1H NMR and 13C NMR spectroscopic techniques. The effect of structure of diisocyanates and chain extenders on mechanical properties and in vitro biocompatibility were investigated. The results revealed that the final polymers extended with chitin are preferred candidates for surgical threads with on going investigations into their in vitro biocompatibility and non-toxicity. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]
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- 2009
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32. Evaluation of biocompatibility and mechanical behavior of polyurethane elastomers based on chitin/1,4-butane diol blends
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Zia, Khalid Mahmood, Zuber, Mohammad, Bhatti, Ijaz Ahmad, Barikani, Mehdi, and Sheikh, Munir Ahmad
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CHITIN , *BUTANE , *POLYURETHANES , *ELASTOMERS - Abstract
Abstract: Chitin based polyurethane elastomers with potential as biomedical implants with tunable mechanical properties were synthesized by step growth polymerization techniques using poly(ɛ-caprolactone) (PCL) and 4,4′-diphenylmethane diisocyanate (MDI). The prepolymer was extended with different mass ratios of chitin and 1,4-butane diol (BDO). Molecular characterization was done using FTIR, 1H NMR and 13C NMR techniques. The mechanical properties of these polymers were improved with increase in the chitin contents. Optimum mechanical properties were obtained from elastomers extended with chitin in comparison to elastomers extended with BDO. Cytotoxicity of the synthesized polyurethane samples was affected by varying the chitin contents in the chemical composition of the final polyurethane (PU). It is revealed that the final polymers extended with chitin are preferred candidates for surgical threads with on going investigations into their in vitro biocompatibility and non-toxicity. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]
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- 2009
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33. Impact of Macrodiols on the Morphological Behavior of H 12 MDI/HDO-Based Polyurethane Elastomer.
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Naheed, Shazia, Zuber, Mohammad, Salman, Mahwish, Rasool, Nasir, Siddique, Zumaira, Shaik, Mohammed Rafi, Sharaf, Mohammed A. F., Abdelgawad, Abdelatty, Sekou, Doumbia, and Awwad, Emad Mahrous
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POLYURETHANE elastomers , *MOLECULAR weights , *FOURIER transform infrared spectroscopy , *ATOMIC force microscopy , *SCANNING electron microscopy , *POLYOLS - Abstract
In this study, we evaluated the morphological behavior of polyurethane elastomers (PUEs) by modifying the soft segment chain length. This was achieved by increasing the soft segment molecular weight (Mn = 400–4000 gmol−1). In this regard, polycaprolactone diol (PCL) was selected as the soft segment, and 4,4′-cyclohexamethylene diisocyanate (H12MDI) and 1,6-hexanediol (HDO) were chosen as the hard segments. The films were prepared by curing polymer on Teflon surfaces. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) was utilized for functional group identification in the prepared elastomers. FTIR peaks indicated the disappearance of −NCO and −OH groups and the formation of urethane (NHCOO) groups. The morphological behavior of the synthesized polymer samples was also elucidated using scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and atomic force microscopy (AFM) techniques. The AFM and SEM results indicated that the extent of microphase separation was enhanced by an increase in the molecular weight of PCL. The phase separation and degree of crystallinity of the soft and hard segments were described using X-ray diffraction (XRD). It was observed that the degree of crystallinity of the synthesized polymers increased with an increase in the soft segment's chain length. To evaluate hydrophilicity/hydrophobicity, the contact angle was measured. A gradual increase in the contact angle with distilled water and diiodomethane (38.6°–54.9°) test liquids was observed. Moreover, the decrease in surface energy (46.95–24.45 mN/m) was also found to be inconsistent by increasing the molecular weight of polyols. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2021
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34. Computational fluid dynamics study of respiratory mask for neonatal resuscitation.
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Corda, John Valerian, Shenoy, B. Satish, Ahmad, Kamarul Arifin, Lewis, Leslie, Prakashini, K., Rao, Anoop, Khader, S. M. Abdul, and Zuber, Mohammad
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AbstractFace cups form a vital component of breathing, assisting with devices that aid in artificial breathing for neonates. This study aims to evaluate the flow parameters in the nasal cavity for two different types of face cups. The neonatal nasal cavity model was developed from CT scans using MIMICS 21.0. Two face cups, one hemispherical and the other anatomical shaped cups are developed around the nasal cavity and the airflow is simulated using ANSYS 2021 R2. Results are compared with a nasal-only model. At the nasal valve region, the highest velocity is seen for the nasal-only model which is 16.3% higher than that of the hemispherical face cup and 15.2% superior to the anatomical-shaped face cup. In addition, the decrease in pressure across the nasal-only model is 7.4 and 6.6% below that of the hemispherical cup and anatomical cup masks. The nasal resistance values across the nasal cavity are the lowest for the nasal-only model, 7.7 and 6.7% lower respectively than the hemispherical and anatomical-shaped cups. There were very minor changes in the flow parameters such as velocity, pressure and wall shear stress when comparing the hemispherical and anatomic-shaped masks for the airflow inside the nasal cavity. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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35. Molecular engineering and morphology of polyurethane elastomers containing various molecular weight of macrodiol.
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Naheed, Shazia, Zuber, Mohammad, Barikani, Mehdi, and Salman, Mahwish
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MOLECULAR weights , *ATOMIC force microscopy , *POLYCAPROLACTONE , *SCANNING electron microscopy , *POLYMER films , *POLYURETHANE elastomers , *CONTACT angle , *POLYOLS - Abstract
A series of polyurethane elastomers (PUEs) based on 4,4′-cyclohexamethylene diisocyanate (H 12 MDI)/1,2-ethanediol as hard segment with the soft segments having different molecular weights of polycaprolactone diols, were effectively polymerized by two step technique. The structural characterization was performed by FT-IR spectroscopy. The X-ray diffraction (XRD) technique was used to study the crystallinity and hydrophilicity of the prepared polymer films. It was found that crystallinity and hydrophilicity increased with increasing the chain length of soft segments. The effect of molecular weight of polyols on the contact angle, water absorption (%) and swelling behavior of the synthesized polyurethanes were also studied. Moreover, the scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and atomic force microscopy (AFM) techniques revealed that the degree of micro-phase separation increases with increasing molecular weight of polyol which confirmed the results pattern shown by XRD diffractogram. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2021
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36. Finite element analysis of immature teeth filled with MTA, Biodentine and Bioaggregate.
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Eram, Afiya, Zuber, Mohammad, Keni, Laxmikant G, Kalburgi, Sagar, Naik, Rajaram, Bhandary, Shruti, Amin, Swathi, and Badruddin, Irfan Anjum
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TOOTH analysis , *DENTAL pulp cavities , *MINERAL aggregates , *FINITE element method , *STRESS concentration , *ROOT canal treatment , *DENTINAL tubules , *TOOTH cervix - Abstract
• This article aims to analyse the fracture resistance of immature teeth reinforced with Mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA), Biodentine and Bioaggregate. • 7 different models are analysed using finite element method. • The results revealed that the 4 mm apical plug using MTA showed higher fracture resistance than 8.5 mm backfill. Finite element based simulation has emerged as a powerful tool to analyse the tooth strength and its fracture characteristics. The aim of this study is to compare and evaluate the fracture resistance of immature teeth reinforcement with MTA, Biodentine and Bioaggregate as an apical plug and backfill material using Finite Element Method. A 3D finite element analysis model was generated using a simulated immature maxillary central incisor. Seven different models were developed representing (Model 1): control group having an immature tooth model without any reinforcement material; (Model 2): Mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) as apical plug 4 mm; (Model 3): Biodentine as apical plug 4 mm; (Model 4): Bioaggregate as apical plug 4 mm; (Model 5): MTA filled in the entire root canal 8.5 mm; (Model 6): Biodentine filled in the entire root canal 8.5 mm; (Model 7): Bioaggregate filled in the entire root canal 8.5 mm. A force of 100 N was applied at an angle of 130° to the palatal surface of the tooth. Stress distribution at cemento‑enamel junction was measured using the Von Mises stress criteria. It was found that the 4 mm apical plug using MTA showed higher fracture resistance when compared to 8.5 mm backfill using MTA. When MTA was replaced as backfill material by Biodentine and Bioaggregate, the von mises stress increased by 64% and 94% respectively. It is not desirable to restore the entire root canal of an immature teeth using same material due to higher stress concentration at the cervical region. Considering the shorter setting time and improved handling characteristics, Biodentine can be preferred over the time‑tested MTA as an apical plug. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2020
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37. Evolution of different designs and wear studies in total hip prosthesis using finite element analysis: A review.
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Chethan, K. N., Shyamasunder Bhat, N., Zuber, Mohammad, and Satish Shenoy, B.
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ARTIFICIAL joints , *ARTIFICIAL hip joints , *FINITE element method , *HIP surgery , *TOTAL hip replacement , *HIP joint - Abstract
In replacement surgery of the hip joint, an implant is replaced into the natural femur which recreates the articulation and functionally of a natural joint. Total hip replacement is significantly increasing by the day worldwide and is likely to increase by 174% by 2030. Primary revision is another major concern for total hip replacement with revision rates likely to increase by 137%. The first part of the article states the basic anatomy of the hip joint, different ligaments in the hip, the disorders associated with the joint, and evaluation of total hip arthroplasty. In the second part some of the major works are highlighted followed by a detailed discussion about different design considerations and wear-related issues in hip joints. More emphasis is given to the tribological behavior of implants under different conditions. The design aspects and several parameters which affect the wear rate in implants are summarized. Also, different testing methods which are used both in experimental and numerical techniques are reported to estimate the wear rates in hip implants with the evolution of hip implants since the early 20th century, in terms of different designs, materials and wear hip implant arthroplasty is known as one of the best advancements in healthcare. Further research is needed to establish to improve the life expectancy of hip implants. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2022
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38. Comparison of microparticle transport and deposition in nasal cavity of three different age groups.
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Valerian Corda, John, Shenoy, B. Satish, Ahmad, Kamarul Arifin, Lewis, Leslie, K, Prakashini, Rao, Anoop, and Zuber, Mohammad
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NASAL cavity , *AGE groups , *INFANTS , *FLUID flow , *NOSE , *ADULTS , *COMPUTED tomography , *NEWBORN infants - Abstract
Objective: The nasal cavity effectively captures the particles present in inhaled air, thereby preventing harmful and toxic pollutants from reaching the lungs. This filtering ability of the nasal cavity can be effectively utilized for targeted nasal drug delivery applications. This study aims to understand the particle deposition patterns in three age groups: neonate, infant, and adult. Materials and methods: The CT scans are built using MIMICS 21.0, followed by CATIA V6 to generate a patient-specific airway model. Fluid flow is simulated using ANSYS FLUENT 2021 R2. Spherical monodisperse microparticles ranging from 2 to 60 µm and a density of 1100 kg/m3 are simulated at steady-state and sedentary inspiration conditions. Results: The highest nasal valve depositions for the neonate are 25% for 20 µm, for infants, 10% for 50 µm, 15% for adults, and 15% for 15 µm. At mid nasal region, deposition of 15% for 20 µm is observed for infant and 8% for neonate and adult nasal cavities at a particle size of 10 and 20 µm, respectively. The highest particle deposition at the olfactory region is about 2.7% for the adult nasal cavity for 20 µm, and it is <1% for neonate and infant nasal cavities. Discussion and conclusions: The study of preferred nasal depositions during natural sedentary breathing conditions is utilized to determine the size that allows medication particles to be targeted to specific nose regions. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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39. CFD analysis of mucous effect in the nasal cavity.
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Ahmadi, Milad, Kojourimanesh, Mohammad, Zuber, Mohammad, Riazuddin, Vizy Nazira, and Khader, Shah Mohammad Abdul
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NASAL cavity , *NAVIER-Stokes equations , *COMPUTATIONAL fluid dynamics , *NOSE - Abstract
This research aims to investigate the airflow patterns and particle deposition in a healthy human upper airways. A realistic 3-D computational model of the upper airways including the vestibule was developed using a series of CT scan images of a healthy human. Simulations of the airflow fields in the upper airway passages were performed by solving the Navier-Stokes and continuity equations for breath rate 20 L/min. The trajectory analysis approach was applied to study the particle transport and deposition for the model with and without mucous lining. The presented results revealed that the mucous layer can have significant impact on airflow analysis and there were noticeable differences in the amount of particle deposition in each models. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2019
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40. Morphological and thermal studies of chitin-curcumin blends derived polyurethanes.
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Mahmood, Kashif, Zia, Khalid Mahmood, Zuber, Mohammad, Tabasum, Shazia, Rehman, Saima, Zia, Fatima, and Noreen, Aqdas
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CHITIN , *POLYURETHANES , *FOURIER transform infrared spectroscopy , *HEXAMETHYLENE diisocyanate , *SCANNING electron microscopy - Abstract
The present study describes a novel ecofriendly series of chitin/curcumin/1,4-butane diol (BDO) blend derived polyurethanes (PUs), using hydroxy terminated polybutadiene (HTPB) and hexamethylene diisocyanate (HDI) along with different mole ratio of chitin, curcumin and BDO. The structural and morphological elucidation of the prepared films was done by FTIR and SEM techniques. The swelling behavior of the films was analyzed in both water and DMSO, which showed that incorporation of chitin increases the hydrophobicity and decreases the rate of swelling. Thermal analysis of synthesized PU blends revealed better thermal stability with following mole ratio 1:0.5:0.5 of chitin: curcumin: BDO as determined by TGA and DSC techniques. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2017
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41. Removal of Actacid Orange-RL Dye Using Biocomposites: Modeling Studies.
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Noreen, Saima, Bhatti, Haq Nawaz, Zuber, Mohammad, Zahid, Muhammad, and Asgher, Muhammad
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ANTACIDS , *DYES & dyeing , *ABSORPTION , *COMPOSITE materials , *LANGMUIR isotherms , *FREUNDLICH isotherm equation , *ACID dyeing (Textiles) - Abstract
Textile industry wastewater plays an important role in environmental pollution. In the present study, the removal of actacid orange-RL (AO-RL) dye was carried out in batch mode with biocomposites. The optimum pH, biosorbent dose, equilibrium time, initial dye concentration, and temperature for maximum dye adsorption were recorded in the range of 3-6, 0.05 g, 60 min and 125-150 mg/L and 30°C, respectively. Langmuir and Freundlich biosorption isotherms showed the satisfactorily fitness on equilibrium biosorption data, whereas the pseudo first-order and pseudo second-order both showed the satisfactorily fitness on biosorption kinetic data. The characterization of efficient biosorbents was carried out using FT-IR and SEM techniques, which revealed a significant change in biocomposite as a result of dye adsorption. Based on results, we can conclude that the biocomposite could be an efficient adsorbent for the adsorption of dyes from textile wastewater. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2017
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42. Study of the UV protective and antibacterial properties of aqueous polyurethane dispersions extended with low molecular weight chitosan.
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Muzaffar, Shazia, Bhatti, Ijaz Ahmad, Zuber, Mohammad, Bhatti, Haq Nawaz, and Shahid, Muhammad
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CHITOSAN , *POLYURETHANES , *ANTIBACTERIAL agents , *ULTRAVIOLET filters , *SCANNING electron microscopy , *THERAPEUTICS - Abstract
A series of aqueous dispersions of polyurethane (PU) and low molecular weight chitosan (CS (LMW) ) has been prepared in two steps synthetic process. In first step PU prepolymer, with NCO termini were prepared by reacting isophrone diisocyanate (IPDI), poly (caprolactone) diol (CAPA, Mn 1000), and 2,2-dimethylol propionic acid (DMPA), followed by neutralization of PU prepolymer with triethylamine (TEA). In second step PU prepolymer chain was extended by low molecular weight chitosan followed by dispersion formation by adding calculated volume of water. Molecular characterization of CS (LMW) -PU finishes was done by FTIR and application on poly-cotton blended fabric samples was confirmed by scanning electron microscopy (SEM). Antimicrobial and UV protective performance of treated fabrics was performed by AATCC 100 and AATCC TM183 methods respectively. Furthermore, it shows that the addition of chitosan remarkably increases antimicrobial and UV protective properties of PUs. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2017
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43. Synthesis, characterization and efficiency evaluation of chitosan-polyurethane based textile finishes.
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Muzaffar, Shazia, Bhatti, Ijaz Ahmad, Zuber, Mohammad, Bhatti, Haq Nawaz, and Shahid, Muhammad
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TEXTILE finishing , *CHITOSAN , *POLYURETHANES , *ISOPHORONE , *PREPOLYMERS , *MOLECULAR weights - Abstract
A series of polyurethane dispersions were synthesized through two step polymerization technique. A PU prepolymer with NCO termini was prepared using isophorone diisocyanate (IPDI), poly caprolactone diols (CAPA of mol. wt. 1000) and DMPA (3:1:1), and PU prepolymer chain was extended with different mole ratios of low molecular weight chitosan and finally aqueous emulsion was prepared by adding suitable volume of water. The proposed structure of chitosan based PU dispersions was confirmed through FTIR spectroscopy. The prepared aqueous CS (LMW) -CPUIs emulsions were applied onto the different quality plain weave poly-cotton dyed and printed fabric pieces using pad-dry-cure procedures. The physical properties such as air permeability, stiffness and crease recovery angle (CRA), pilling resistance, tear and tensile strength of the treated and untreated fabric samples were also evaluated. The results revealed that the incorporation of chitosan has pronounced effect on the properties of treated fabrics. This research could be extended in future for performance evaluation of pure cotton and woolen fabrics. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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44. Synthesis and characterization of chitosan/curcumin blends based polyurethanes.
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Zia, Fatima, Zia, Khalid Mahmood, Zuber, Mohammad, Rehman, Saima, Tabasum, Shazia, and Sultana, Salma
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POLYURETHANES , *POLYMERIZATION , *CHITOSAN , *CURCUMIN , *HEXAMETHYLENE diisocyanate , *MOLECULAR structure - Abstract
In this work, new hexamethylene diisocyanate (HMDI) and hyroxylterminated polybutadiene (HTPB) based polyurethanes (PUs) were prepared following step growth polymerization by the introduction of varying mole ratio of chitosan (CH) and curcumin (CUR). Structural study of blends through infrared spectroscopy confirmed the incorporation of CH and CUR into the backbone of the PU. The scanning electron microscopic (SEM) study confirmed the well dispersion of incorporated chitosan/curcumin and homogeneity of surface of synthesized samples. Thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) of PU blends indicated a better thermal stability with 0.25 M:0.75 M of chitosan to curcumin. Mechanical properties such as modulus and tensile strength of PU blends were found to be better with higher contents of chitosan and curcumin. The same extender composition (1 mol BDO, 075 mol chitosan and 0.25 mol curcumin) based PU showed higher substantial of antimicrobial activity as compared to the all other PUs. On the whole, this work is actually a step towards the generation of novel biocompatible materials preferably useful for biomedical applications. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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45. Micro- and nanoparticle transport and deposition in a realistic neonatal and infant nasal upper airway.
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Valerian Corda, John, Satish Shenoy, B, Arifin Ahmad, Kamarul, Lewis, Leslie, K, Prakashini, Rao, Anoop, and Zuber, Mohammad
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The human nasal cavity develops from birth with size anatomical changes. This study aims to evaluate the flow parameters and particle deposition parameters. Neonatal and infant nasal cavities are developed using MIMICS 21.0, and the flow is evaluated by ANSYS 2021 R2 using CFD to evaluate velocity, pressure, micro- and nanoparticle depositions under sedentary breathing conditions. Neonatal nasal valve velocity was recorded 3.5 times higher compared to the infant for 1.8 LPM and 2.7 times for 3 LPM. Neonatal vestibular depositions up to 10 µm were 6.6%, which increased to 76% for 60 µm for 1.8 LPM and increased to 21.3% for 10 µm and 79% for 60 µm for 1.8 LPM. The neonatal nasal valve showed maximum depositions of around 35% for 20 µm for both flow rates. Maximum depositions of nanoparticles are in the mid-nasal region. Infant nasal cavities deposit around 1% to 2% for nanoparticles below 20 nm for both flow rates. Neonatal overall microparticle depositions doubled with an increase in flow rate up to 10 µm. The overall deposition efficiency of nanoparticles increases 1.5 times with increasing flow rate . This study will help with the medical administration of aerosol-based medications in the patient and age-specific nasal cavity. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
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46. Airflow patterns and particle deposition in a pediatric nasal upper airway following a rapid maxillary expansion: Computational fluid dynamics study.
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Corda, John Valerian, Emmanuel, Jeny, Nambiar, Supriya, K., Prakashini, and Zuber, Mohammad
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COMPUTATIONAL fluid dynamics , *MAXILLARY expansion , *PRESSURE drop (Fluid dynamics) , *AIR flow , *CHILD patients , *VENTILATION , *COMPUTED tomography - Abstract
The airflow behaviour and particle deposition before and after the maxillary expansion are evaluated using the computational fluid dynamics method. A pediatric patient was subjected to maxillary expansion and the CT scans of pre and post were recorded. The procured CT scans were developed into 3D models using Materialise MIMICS 21.0 (Materialise, Ann Arbor, MI). The analysis was performed using ANSYS FLUENT 2020 R2 with three different flow rates defined at the nostril inlet as 5, 10, and 15 LPM. The surface area and nasal volume increased by 5.1% and 16.5%, respectively, for the post-maxillary expansion case. The velocity profiles show a maximum value at the nasal valve regions followed by a decreased velocity in the mid-nasal region with an 85% lower velocity observed at the nasal valve for the post-maxillary expansion case. The nasal resistance and pressure drop decrease by 46% to 66% in post-maxillary expansion cases. The maximum WSS at the nasal valve region is observed which is reduced by around 47% for postmaxillary expansion cases. Particle deposition studies show a reduction in particle depositions in post cases indicating a greater number of inhaled particles reaching the lungs. The pressure drop and the nasal resistance values were reduced by more than 50% for post-maxillary expansion. The particle deposition studies show increased depositions at higher flow rates for both cases. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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47. Eco-Friendly Isolation Of Colorant From Arjun Bark For Dyeing Of Bio-Mordanted Cotton Fabric: Short Title: Dyeing of bio-mordanted cotton with arjun bark colorant.
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Adeel, Shahid, Rehman, Fazal-ur-, Khosa, Muhammad Kaleem, Rajab, Shabana, Zia, Khalid Mahmood, Zuber, Mohammad, and Batool, Fatima
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NATURAL dyes & dyeing , *COTTON , *COTTON textiles , *DYES & dyeing , *MORDANTS , *TURMERIC , *MICROWAVES - Abstract
The worldwide demand has been raised to use natural dyes in all applied fields of life due to their environmental-friendly and therapeutic nature. For the current study microwave rays as an eco-friendly extraction tool has been used to explore the natural coloring potency of Arjun bark for cotton dyeing. Arjun bark powder was exposed to microwave irradiation for up-to 5 min and was used for extraction of colorant in different media. It has been found that 50 mL of acidified methanol-solubilized extract obtained from 5 min microwave-treated powder has given excellent results when employed onto MW treated cotton at 55°C for 75 min, salt of Fe as chemical mordant and extracts of acacia and turmeric as bio-mordants employed at optimum condition has shown good to the excellent fastness ratings at grey scales. It is concluded that microwave treatment has good potential for the extraction of the colorant from Arjun bark for cotton dyeing and the application of sustainable mordants has made the process more aesthetic and sustainable. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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48. Parametric Study and Experimental Investigations of a Single Crank–Slotted Dual Lever Mechanism for MAV Flapping Actuation.
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Singh, Spoorthi, Muralidharan, Aravind Karthik, Radhakrishnan, Jayakrishnan, Zuber, Mohammad, Basri, Adi Azriff, Mazlan, Norkhairunnisa, Hamidon, Mohd Nizar, and Ahmad, Kamarul Arifin
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ROBOTICS , *TECHNOLOGICAL innovations , *REMOTE sensing , *INSECT flight , *AERODYNAMIC load - Abstract
Insect RoboFlyers are interesting and active focuses of study but producing high-quality flapping robots that replicate insect flight is challenging., due to the dual requirement of both a sophisticated transmission mechanism with light weight and minimal intervening connections. This innovative mechanism was created to address the need for a producible structure that is small in size, small in mass, and has reduced design linkages. The proposed Single Crank-Slotted Dual Lever (SC-SDL) mechanism transforms rotational motion into specific angular motion at different velocities for each of its two strokes, i.e., the forward stroke and the return stroke. The discovery of a lag between the left and right lever motions in our design mechanism-I leads us to the conclusion that the flapping is asymmetric. To eliminate the position lag, the design has been altered, and a new design mechanism-II has been developed. Comparative kinematic analysis of both design systems is performed using simulations. Two-dimensional analysis of the base ornithopter configuration using ANSYS FLUENT yielded deeper insights regarding the influence of varying flapping frequency on critical flow metrics regarding adequate lift and thrust. For a flapping frequency of 24 Hz, adequate lift generation was achieved with minimal flow disturbances and wake interactions. Averaged dual wing estimations were made as part of the CFD study, which showed similar agreements. To validate the estimations, experimental tests were performed over the design mechanism-II configuration. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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49. Synthesis of novel curcumin-based aqueous polyurethane dispersions for medical textile diligences with potential of antibacterial activities.
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Arshad, Noureen, Zia, Khalid Mahmood, Hussain, Muhammad Tahir, Zuber, Mohammad, and Arshad, Muhammad Mubeen
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MEDICAL textiles , *POLYURETHANES , *CURCUMINOIDS , *NATURAL dyes & dyeing , *ANTIBACTERIAL agents , *FOURIER transform infrared spectroscopy , *FINISHES & finishing - Abstract
In this work, a biologically active curcumin molecule is used as an antibacterial agent, and the insertion of this naturally occurring biomolecule into the backbone of water-dispersible polyurethane has been successfully achieved to synthesize bio-based antibacterial textile finishes. These curcumin-based water-dispersible polyurethane (CUR-WDPU) dispersions were prepared by utilizing isophorone diisocyanate (IPDI), polyethylene glycol (PEG), dimethylolpropionic acid (DMPA) and triethylamine (TEA) following the prepolymer mixing process by incorporating variable molar quantities of curcumin (CUR). Structure elucidation of synthesized CUR-WDPU dispersions was obtained through Fourier transformed infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) which confirmed the insertion of CUR into the WDPU backbone. Using the pad-dry-cure procedure, the varying varieties of plain weave polyester/cotton blended dyed and printed textile samples were treated with synthesized CUR-WDPU finishes. The antibacterial activities of these treated textiles have been assessed, and the outcomes revealed that the insertion of curcumin into the PU polymer chain has significantly boosted the antibacterial activities of PU dispersions. These newly prepared CUR-WDPUs dispersions are proved to be eco-friendly antimicrobial finishes because these are containing natural bioactive agents such as curcumin, showing potential antibacterial applications on polyester/cotton textiles. Predominantly, this research work is an attempt toward the greener approach of novel bio-based finishing materials preferably useful for textile diligences. Future investigations of these finishes will explore the other textile assets of poly-cotton textiles without adversely influencing their color fastness and mechanical properties. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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50. Chitosan functionalized poly(vinyl alcohol) for prospects biomedical and industrial applications: A review.
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Rafique, Ammara, Mahmood Zia, Khalid, Zuber, Mohammad, Tabasum, Shazia, and Rehman, Saima
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CHITOSAN , *POLYVINYL alcohol , *INDUSTRIAL applications , *POLYSACCHARIDES , *CHITIN , *BIODEGRADATION - Abstract
Chitin and chitosan are amino polysaccharides having multidimensional properties, such as biocompatibility, biodegradability, antibacterial properties and non-toxicity, muco-adhesivity, adsorption properties, etc., and thus they can be widely used in variety of areas. Although human history mainly relies on the biopolymers, however synthetic materials like polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) have good mechanical, chemical and physical properties. Functionalization of PVA with chitin and chitosan is considered very appropriate for the development of well-designed biomaterials such as biodegradable films, for membrane separation, for tissue engineering, for food packaging, for wound healing and dressing, hydro gels formation, gels formation, etc. Considering versatile properties of the chitin and chitosan, and wide industrial and biomedical applications of PVA, this review sheds a light on chitin and chitosan based PVA materials with their potential applications especially focusing the bio-medical field. All the technical scientific issues have been addressed highlighting the recent advancement. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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