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Evaluate the potential of applying a nano paint on SLAF Y - 12 (II) aircraft as a nanotechnology modification
(2016)This study is mainly focused on enhancing the durability of the existing external paint coated on Y-12(II) aircraft by using a ? Flight Shield ? nanopaint. According to the literature, this nanopaint is a crystal clear and ... -
Usage of Quarry Dust and Lime as a stabilization agent for Fine grained soils
(2016)From recent past, a great amount of attention has been given to the use of alternative materials, which provide higher engineering quality than conventionally used materials as well as the financial affordability. Engineers ... -
Analysing the “Northrop Grumman B2 spirit” aircraft’s operational and design aspects in order to ascertain the issues related to flying wing concept in implementing as a commercial airliner
(2016)The ?flying wing concept? is a phenomenal innovation in the aviation industry which has revolutionized the preliminary perceptions of the subject. However the rapid industrial expansion of the same is restricted partially ... -
Helicopter Main Rotor aerodynamic simulation with CFD
(2016)The Bell 212 helicopter is one of the major general purposes utility rotorcraft currently in use in SLAF which is containing NACA 0012 aerofoil in the two blades of main rotor. The primary objective of this research project ... -
CFD analysis of ONERAM6 wing using OPENFOAM
(2016)Computational Fluid Dynamic (CFD) is very important in the aviation industry. Especially it is critically effecting to the model analysis of aeronautical and Aerospace engineering filed. Nowadays lots of CFD software on ... -
Study and Analysis on Security of Ad - Hoc Networks
(2016)Mobile Ad Hoc Network (MANET) represents a system of wireless mobile nodes that can freely and dynamically self-organize into arbitrary and temporary network topologies. Due to this dynamic nature and due to the absence ... -
Optimization of the Longitudinal Stability of Unman ned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) UX 004
(2016)Improper longitudinal weight distribution within any air vehicle cuts down the efficiency from the standpoint of altitude, manoeuvrability, rate of climb, endurance, and speed. It may even be the cause of an uncontrollable ... -
Conceptual Smart Earth Model
(2016)The Internet of Things (IoT) is growing day by day rapidly with modern devices getting connected all the time. Smart world is envisioned as an era in which smart objects such as mobile devices, computers, transportation, ... -
Advanced Automation System for Greenhouse Climate Control
(2016)Although the cultivation of crops in greenhouses is considered as the best alternative to obtain quality crops, they often need constant supervising and maintenance unlike the outdoor cultivations. The best solution for ... -
Android Application for Automating the CEB Meter Reading System
(2016)Currently CEB is facing quite a lot of problems in obtaining meter reading from customers due to circumstances such as house owner is out of the house by the time the reader visits or because the readers undergo difficulties ... -
Coal Vs LNG based Power Generation and Challenges ahead of the Predicted Climate Issues by end of the 21st Century: Sri Lankan Context
(2016)Since the industrial revolution that took place in 18th and 19th centuries, here in 21st century world is facing climate changes due to the substantial increase in the CO2 concentration in the atmosphere. World population ... -
Finite Element Analysis of a vehicle chassis cross - member spot weld design
(2016)This paper addresses the analysis of LDV light commercial van chassis cross member spot weld design. First the experimental test was conducted to measure the deflection and strain values under different load conditions. A ... -
ZigBee Based Wireless Sensor Network for Fire Alarm Monitoring in Naval Vessels
(2016)Wireless Sensor Networks (WSNs) have been developed recently with the ZigBee protocol for different applications. Few papers have been investigated on utilizing WSN into the maritime environment with ZigBee protocol. Many ... -
Estimation of Hydro-acoustic Signatures Originated from Ship's Hull Vibration
(2016)The origin of shipboard hull vibrations is dominantly determined by vessels propulsion system, main machinery, auxiliary systems, pumps, breaking of the waves at the ship hull, etc. All of these peripherals and systems ... -
Effect on physical activity among users of walking track under wetland conditions in sub urban area in Sri Lanka
(2016)Planned environment and Communities can strongly enhance opportunities for people to improve their levels of physical activity (PA). Peaceful area for physical activity nevertheless offer benefits to mind and body both. ... -
Development of a mobile application on disaster emergency alertness targeting communities in Matara district, in Sri Lanka
(2016)Sri Lanka experienced different disaster events and millions of people were affected due to these events in the past. It also lacks an efficient emergency management system that will help in times of need. Proper disaster ... -
Best Interest through Lens of Shared Parental responsibility; A New Model for Child Custody Determinations in Sri Lanka
(2016)Breakdown of the family is very much traumatic for children of a family. In order to assure a safe and a protected future for children, maintenance of ?best interest of the child?concept, in custody disputes is paramount ... -
Aircraft Structural Integrity Analysis through Fati gue Crack Propagation
(2016)The life of an aircraft depends mainly on the specific usage of the aircraft. The manufacturer defines a lifetime for the general usage of the aircraft. But with the specific usage of the aircraft, the aircraft structure ... -
Alert value calculation model for aircraft rotable components
(2016)There are pressing reasons for developing a better understanding group of indicators to assess social, economic and environmental sustainability of fuel wood systems. Therefore an important current research need is to ... -
Indicators for Assessing Social Sustainability of Fuel Wood Systems
(2016)There are pressing reasons for developing a better understanding group of indicators to assess social, economic and environmental sustainability of fuel wood systems. Therefore an important current research need is to ...