Higher College of Technology

About: Higher College of Technology is a based out in . It is known for research contribution in the topics: Higher education & Tourism. The organization has 369 authors who have published 379 publications receiving 729 citations.

Tomato Leaf Disease Detection Using Hybrid CNN-RNN Model

Abstract: Tomato crops are infected with various diseases that impair tomato production. The recognition of the tomato leaf disease at an early stage protects the tomato crops from getting affected. In the present generation, the emerging deep learning techniques Convolutional Neural Network (CNNs), Recurrent Neural Network (RNNs), Long-Short Term Memory (LSTMs) has manifested significant progress in image classification, image identification, and Sequence Predictions. Thus by using these computer vision-based deep learning techniques, we developed a new method for automatic leaf disease detection. This proposed model is a robust technique for tomato leaf disease identification that gives accurate and better results than other traditional methods. Early tomato leaf disease detection is made possible by using the hybrid CNN-RNN architecture which utilizes less computational effort. In this paper, the required methods for implementing the disease recognition model with results are briefly explained. This paper also mentions the scope of developing more reliable and effective means of classifying and detecting all plant species.

Two-phase MHD Flow through Porous Medium with Heat Transfer in a Horizontal Channel

Abstract: The present study deals with two layered MHD immiscible fluid flow through porous medium in presence of heat transfer through parallel plate channel. The fluids are incompressible, and flow is fully developed. The fluids are of different viscosities and thermal conductivities so flowing without mixing each other. Two different phases are accounted for study and are electrically conducting. Temperature of the walls of parallel plate channel is constant. Rheological properties of the immiscible fluids are constant in nature. The flow is governed by coupled partial differential equations which are converted to ordinary differential equations and exact solutions are obtained. The velocity profile and temperature distribution are evaluated and solved numerically for different heights and viscosity ratios for the two immiscible fluids. The effect of magnetic field parameter M and porosity parameter K is discussed for velocity profile and temperature distribution. Combined effects of porous medium and magnetic fields are accelerating the flow which, can be helpful in draining oil from oil wells.

Nutritional and Physico-Chemical Evaluation of Four Different Packed Mango Juice Samples

Abstract: Aim: To analyze mango fruit juice samples for their nutritional value. Mango fruit is perishable in nature and cannot be stored for long time. It can be made available during off season, by processing in to juices, jams, squashes, nectars, chutney, pickles, toffees and canned mango slices etc. Study Design: Different physico chemical and elemental parameters were studied for four different made tetra packed mango juice samples available in local market. Place and Duration of Study: Department of Applied Sciences, Chemistry section, University of Technology and Applied Sciences, Muscat, Oman. The study was performed during the January 2016 – July 2016. Methodology: Different parameters were studied such as pH, conductivity, acidity, ash content, vitamin C, moisture and some mineral contents. Some chemical and instrumental methods were used for analysis. Results: pH was found to be in the range of 3.17 – 3.97, conductivity 0.941 – 1.053 MS/cm, sugar found in the range of 13 – 15 brix, density was found 0.939 – 1.015 g/cm, water 65.25 – 67%, Original Research Article Patil Pandurang N. et al.; AJACR, 7(1): 9-15, 2020; Article no.AJACR.61502 10 ash was found to be in the range of 0.059 – 0.099%, total acidity found 0.173 – 0.275 %. Vitamin C was found in the range of 24.8 – 67.3 mg/100 ml, potassium 6.6 – 94, sodium 6 – 69 mg/100 ml, calcium 0 – 105 mg/100 ml and iron was found to be in the range of 1.375 – 2.145 mg/100 ml. Conclusion: Based upon result obtained found that content of all selected samples were contains labelled nutrients. Sample STMJ was having remarkable good amount of Vitamin C while sample ARMJ found good amount of potassium and iron content. In acidic perspective sample PMJ was higher acidic and ARMJ sample less acidic in nature.

Banking and Financial Services Industry in the Wake of Industrial Revolution 4.0: Challenges Ahead

Abstract: The banking and financial services industry today stands at the crossroads between the traditional methods of business and the evolving modern methods of banking and providing financial services. Technological advancement in the field of finance has led to a whole new form of doing business which is a radical departure from the conventional methods of doing business. The players in the field of banking and finance are facing challenges and competition from entities which never existed in the traditional sphere. The banking and financial industry is not only facing stiff competition from these new age players; it is also facing challenges to find fresh talent who can tide off this industry. This chapter in its existing form shall present an overview of the banking and financial industry of today in the wake of Industrial Revolution 4.0 and identify some associated challenges.

Influence of Processing Variables on Tensile Strength and Water Absorption of Natural Fibers Hybrid Composites

Abstract: Natural fibers are gaining popularity among researchers and academics for use in polymer composites due to their environmental friendliness and long-term viability.A new series of green composites ...