Ade Erawan Minhat

Bio: Ade Erawan Minhat is an academic researcher from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia. The author has contributed to research in topic(s): Electrical discharge machining & Machining. The author has an hindex of 4, co-authored 5 publication(s) receiving 626 citation(s).

Comparison Studies of Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM) Process Model for Low Gap Current

Abstract: This paper aims to compare the material removal rate, ν between a Dimensional Analysis (DA) model, an Artificial Neural Network (ANN) model and an experimental result for a low gap current of an Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM) process. The data analysis is based on a copper electrode and steel workpiece materials. The DA and ANN model that have been developed and reported earlier by authors are used to compare the material removal of EDM process. The result indicated that the ANN model provides better accuracy towards the experimental results.

Differentiation of fatty acid composition of butter adulterated with lard using gas chromatography mass spectrometry combined with principal componenet analysis

Abstract: Butter is high priced product; as a consequence, butter can be subjected for adulteration with low price components such as lard. The presence of lard in any products is not allowed for Muslim and Jewish, therefore, its presence must be identified. Gas chromatography-mass spectrometry was successfully used to detect and discriminate butter from adulterated with lard. Results were presented in the form of chromatogram. Principal component analysis (PCA) was used to interpret the data and provided a good grouping of samples with 55.8% of the variation accounted for by PC 1 and 21.5% were accounted for by PC 2. All the lard containing samples formed a separate group from the samples that were free of lard. This method can be developed into a rapid method for detecting the presence of lard in food samples for Halal authentication.

Model of Pulsed Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM) using RL Circuit

Abstract: This article presents a model of pulsed Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM) using RL circuit. There are several mathematical models have been successfully developed based on the initial, ignition and discharge phase of current and voltage gap. According to these models, the circuit schematic of transistor pulse power generator has been designed using electrical model in Matlab Simulink software to identify the profile of voltage and current during machining process. Then, the simulation results are compared with the experimental results.

Pulses Model of Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM)

Abstract: This article presents a model of pulses inElectrical Discharge Machining (EDM) system There areseveral mathematical models have been successfully developedbased on the initial, ignition and discharge phase of currentand voltage gap According to these models, the circuitschematic of transistor pulse power generator has beendesigned using electrical model in Matlab Simulink software toidentify the profile of voltage and current during machiningprocess Then, the simulation results are compared withexperimental results

A review of stimuli-responsive shape memory polymer composites

Abstract: The past decade has witnessed remarkable advances in stimuli-responsive shape memory polymers (SMPs) with potential applications in biomedical devices, aerospace, textiles, civil engineering, bionics engineering, energy, electronic engineering, and household products. Shape memory polymer composites (SMPCs) have further enhanced and broadened the applications of shape memory polymers. In addition to reinforcement, SMPCs can enable or enhance athermal stimuli-active effects, novel shape memory effect, and new functions. Many athermal stimuli-responsive effects have been achieved such as electroactive effect, magnetic-active effect, water-active effect, and photoactive effect. The typical examples of novel shape memory effects are multiple-shape memory effect, spatially controlled shape memory effect, and two-way shape memory effect. In addition, new functions of SMPCs have been observed and systemically studied such as stimuli-memory effect and self-healing. This feature article presents an up-to-date review on these versatile SMPCs. The various methods to fabricate these SMPCs and the performances of the SMPCs are discussed. The potential directions for future advancement in this field are also discussed.

Comparison of Global Food Traceability Regulations and Requirements

Abstract: The food traceability regulations of 21 Organization for Economic Co-Operation and Development (OECD) countries were examined with attention to whether these regulations are comprehensive for all food commodities and processed foods. The countries were evaluated based on responses to a series of questions that were developed to allow assessment of their traceability programs. The questions sought background information on whether: mandatory traceability regulation(s) exists at the national level within a given country; regulations include imported products, and the nature of required documentation for imports; an electronic database(s) for traceability exists and, if present, its accessibility; and labeling regulations allow consumer access and understanding of traceability. The examination ranked the countries that have specific traceability regulations for all commodities, both domestic and imports, as "Progressive," while countries with less broad or stringent regulations were ranked as "Moderate," and countries that were still in the developmental stage of mandatory or industry-led traceability requirements were ranked as "Regressive." Aggregate scores were developed from all of the rankings, determined on the basis of the questions, for each of the 21 countries, to provide an overall world ranking score. The aggregate scores were "Superior," "Average," or "Poor."

Assessment of Soil Heavy Metal Pollution with Principal Component Analysis and Geoaccumulation Index

Abstract: The assessment of pollution levels of heavy metals soil contamination is significant to human health and environmental management. The purpose of this article is to apply two methods, which are Principal component analysis (PCA) and Geoaccumulation index ( I geo ), to assess heavy metals contamination levels in the area around copper mine tailing, and to compare the results with Hakanson potential ecological risk index techniques (RI). The rank of soil Cd pollution levels, which is assessed using I geo , is consistent with the one by RI, while the PCA assessments result of comprehensive contamination level in soil discrepancy with RI and I geo . PCA concerned with the distribution of all elements in soil, while I geo and RI are mainly determined by the elements with high concentration or big Toxic Response Factor value. The combined application of PCA and I geo can effectively identify the comprehensive and single pollution levels of elements in soil, thus important to the extent determination of heavy metals pollution in soil.

Infiltration of demineralized dentin with silica and hydroxyapatite nanoparticles.

Abstract: Objectives The management of demineralized dentin resulting from dental caries or acid erosion remains an oral healthcare clinical challenge. This paper investigates, through a range of studies, the ability of colloidal silica and hydroxyapatite (HA) nanoparticles to infiltrate the collagen structure of demineralized dentin. Methods Dentin samples were completely demineralized in 4 N formic acid. The remaining collagen matrix of the dentin samples was subsequently infiltrated with a range of nano-particulate colloidal silica and HA solutions. The effectiveness and extent of the infiltration was evaluated by scanning electron microscopy (SEM), transmission electron microscopy (TEM) and energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS). Results Silica nanoparticles have the ability to penetrate dentin and remain embedded within the collagen matrix. It is suggested that particle size plays a major role in the degree of dentin infiltration, with smaller diameter particles demonstrating a greater infiltrative capacity. The infiltration of demineralized dentin with sol–gel HA nanoparticles was limited but was significantly increased when combined with the deflocculating agent sodium hexametaphosphate. The use of acetone as a transport vehicle is reported to enhance the infiltration capacity of sol–gel HA nanoparticles. Significance Collagen infiltrated with HA and silica nanoparticles may provide a suitable scaffold for the remineralization of dentin, whereby the infiltrated particles act as seeds within the collage matrix and given the appropriate remineralizing environment, mineral growth may occur.

A review on the fatigue behavior of Ti-6Al-4V fabricated by electron beam melting additive manufacturing

Abstract: Electron beam melting (EBM) is a rapidly-developing metal additive manufacturing process that holds significant interest in the aerospace and biomedical industries for the high-strength titanium alloy, Ti-6Al-4V. These industries have fatigue-limited applications, but a lack of understanding of the EBM process-microstructure-fatigue relationships limit widespread use and presents challenges for certification. In this review, uniaxial fatigue data was collected and the effects of build orientation, surface roughness, and hot-isostatic pressing are linked to the fatigue properties highlighting microstructure, defects, and failure mechanisms. The observations and conclusions are supported by statistical analysis using the mean fatigue life obtained by the Statistical Fatigue-Limit Model. Both EBM-process and post-process structure relationships are discussed in order to identify the best-practice for fatigue-resistant design. The performance of the EBM material is compared to conventionally manufactured Ti-6Al-4V and possible methods to increase the fatigue resistance are discussed. Anisotropic fatigue behavior was observed in as-fabricated parts and no statistical distinction was found in the fatigue performance of HIPed and as-fabricated material provided the same as-fabricated rough surface condition. However, comparable fatigue life to traditionally manufactured lamellar Ti-6Al-4V is achieved when both post-process HIP and machining are applied to EBM-fabricated parts.