Bamboo as A Sustainable Material
Bamboo has emerged as a highly promising sustainable material due to its rapid growth rate, renewability, and minimal environmental impact. As a natural resource, bamboo demonstrates excellent mechanical properties, including high tensile strength, flexibility, and durability, making it suitable for a wide range of engineering and construction applications. Compared to conventional materials such as steel, concrete, and timber, bamboo requires significantly less energy for processing and contributes to reduced carbon emissions, thereby supporting global sustainability goals. Additionally, its biodegradability and ability to sequester carbon enhance its role in mitigating climate change. Recent advancements in engineered bamboo and composite technologies have further expanded its usability in modern infrastructure and product design. This paper explores the properties, applications, and environmental benefits of bamboo as a sustainable material, highlighting its potential to replace non-renewable resources and promote eco-friendly development.
Published by: Satyajeet Nayak, Abu Huraira, Nikhil Gaikwad, Divyansh Mahulkar, Anushri Isal
Author: Satyajeet Nayak
Paper ID: V12I2-1206
Paper Status: published
Published: April 2, 2026
Analysis of Deburring and Edge Finishing
Deburring is a vital finishing operation in modern manufacturing processes that involves the removal of unwanted material projections, commonly referred to as burrs, from machined components. Burrs are typically formed during machining operations such as drilling, milling, turning, and grinding due to plastic deformation of the material. These projections, although small, can significantly affect the functionality, safety, and aesthetic quality of the final product. This research paper presents a detailed study of deburring, including its definition, causes, and classification of burrs. Various deburring methods, such as manual, mechanical, thermal, electrochemical, and cryogenic processes, are discussed in detail. The paper also explores tools and equipment used, advantages and limitations, industrial applications, and future advancements. The study highlights the importance of deburring in ensuring high-quality production and improving the performance and reliability of manufactured components.
Published by: Sakshi Sanjay Kunjir, Neha Rajendra Nagtilak, Harshwardhan Avinash Yadav, Aryan Abhijit Kadam, Niel Deshpande
Author: Sakshi Sanjay Kunjir
Paper ID: V12I2-1204
Paper Status: published
Published: March 30, 2026
Thermocol (EPS) Insulated Concrete Forms
The demand for sustainable, energy-efficient, and durable construction systems has increased significantly in recent decades. Conventional brick masonry and reinforced cement concrete (RCC) walls, although widely used, often fail to deliver optimum thermal comfort, sound insulation, and speed of construction. Insulated Concrete Forms (ICFs) represent a modern alternative that combines structural and insulation benefits into a single system. In this system, hollow blocks or panels made of Expanded Polystyrene (EPS), also known as Thermocol, are assembled as permanent formwork. Reinforcement is inserted inside, and concrete is poured into the hollow core, producing a monolithic structural wall with superior thermal and acoustic insulation. This report presents a comprehensive study of Thermocol (EPS) ICF technology, covering its background, materials, construction process, structural properties, applications, advantages, limitations, and case studies. A literature review highlights the successful implementation of ICFs in North America, Europe, and Japan for energy-efficient and disaster-resistant housing. However, in India, the technology is still in its infancy, with limited awareness and adoption. Supporting data and comparative analysis suggest that ICFs can reduce construction time by 30–40%, cut energy consumption for heating/cooling by 40–60%, and significantly improve comfort levels. The report concludes that EPS ICFs provide a viable solution for sustainable urban development, aligning with initiatives like Smart Cities Mission and green building certification programs. The challenges of cost and skilled labor can be overcome through policy support, training, and indigenous manufacturing. Hence, Thermocol Insulated Concrete Forms are an innovative step toward the future of construction
Published by: Kunal Suradkar, Manish Chaudhary, Yogesh shinde, Sagar mungase
Author: Kunal Suradkar
Paper ID: V12I2-1193
Paper Status: published
Published: March 28, 2026
JobPilot: AI-Powered Autonomous Job Application Agent
In the modern, highly competitive employment environment, job seekers find the lengthy time and effort spent in the manual search for job applications and completion of repetitive forms on various online sites problematic. This is one labour-intensive undertaking, not only tiresome but often leads to lost opportunities and a lack of motivation. The current job platforms usually have low automation, whereby the user does most tasks related to the application process. To eliminate such inefficiencies, we suggest an autonomous job application agent that is powered by AI and fully automates the job search and application agent that fully automates the job search and application workflow. The basic building blocks of this system are advanced Large Language Models (LLMs) that can sensitively search user resumes against the available job advert and provide answers to application questions based on the context. Examples of automation tools used by the agent to fill in and submit application forms include Puppeteer and Selenium, which can run smoothly in the cloud, also adding to the convenience of users by monitoring the applications submitted by them, in order to receive timely email notifications and be confident of a secure authentication process using Firebase. Unlike the conventional solutions, the proposed agent can work independently even when the users are not online by providing intelligent resume analysis, streamlining the job application process, and making it quicker, simpler and more effective for the user. Our system will position the future of automated career management through the reduction of manual work, the maximum possible number of successful placements, and convenience for user privacy.
Published by: Oduri Srinivas, Rapaka Divya, Tamma Srivalli, Kengam Sai Madhava Kumar, Vamsetti Reshma, Narina Manoj Naidu, Loshma Gunisetti
Author: Oduri Srinivas
Paper ID: V12I2-1203
Paper Status: published
Published: March 28, 2026
What are the Implications of Using Deep Brain Stimulation to Treat and Improve Symptoms of Depression?
Neuroscientific practice is constantly evolving, improving, and developing. Recent research has introduced novel methods to treat pressing conditions which have affected the human population for many decades. This paper delves into the potential of a stimulation technique- deep brain stimulation- to treat the symptoms of a mood disorder as complex and convoluted as depression. Overall, 5 domains were considered, including: an overview of the diagnostic factors of depression, the biological causative factors for depression, current treatment opportunities, the mechanism of DBS and its application to treating depression, and finally, the ethical and social implications of implementing DBS as a mainstream form of treatment for cases of extreme depression. Before its utilisation in mainstream practice, the ethical implications, as well as clinical trials assessing the true long-term impacts of such treatment, must be evaluated. How far should the brain be manipulated in order to treat depression, and how could this impact autonomy and patient safety? Across the literature reviewed, DBS serves as a viable and credible means for relieving symptoms of depression and poses a great potential to improve the lifestyle of treated patients, which is ultimately the desired outcome of a neuroscientific endeavour such as this one.
Published by: Krisha Dhawal Maniyar
Author: Krisha Dhawal Maniyar
Paper ID: V12I2-1201
Paper Status: published
Published: March 27, 2026
Improving the Availability and Functional Status of Medical Equipment through a Clinical Audit Cycle: A Quality Improvement Study at Base Hospital Akkaraipattu, Sri Lanka
Improving the Availability and Functional Status of Medical Equipment through a Clinical Audit Cycle: A Quality Improvement Study at a Secondary Care Hospital in Sri Lanka. Background Medical equipment is essential for effective healthcare delivery; however, in low- and middle-income countries, inadequate maintenance systems and weak governance often result in high rates of non-functional equipment. Clinical audit is a recognised quality improvement approach that can identify system gaps and drive measurable improvements. Objective: To assess and improve the availability and functional status of medical equipment through a structured clinical audit cycle. Methods: A full clinical audit cycle was conducted over six months (October 2025–March 2026) at a secondary care hospital in Sri Lanka. The audit included baseline assessment, gap analysis, implementation of targeted interventions, and re-audit. Data were collected using a structured checklist through direct observation, inventory review, and staff interviews. Key indicators included equipment functionality, preventive maintenance, maintenance documentation, and calibration status. Interventions included the introduction of repair tracking systems, preventive maintenance schedules, equipment logbooks, calibration programs, and staff training. Data were analysed using descriptive statistics. Results: A total of 660 medical equipment items were assessed. At baseline, only 61.7% were fully functional, while preventive maintenance (15.6%), maintenance documentation (17.0%), and calibration (4.3%) were markedly deficient. Following interventions, functionality improved to 91.8% (absolute increase: +30.1%), exceeding the ≥90% standard. Preventive maintenance increased to 92.4% (+76.8%), maintenance documentation to 94.5% (+77.5%), and calibration to 73.6% (+69.3%). The proportion of non-functional equipment decreased from 32.5% to 5.5%, with substantial reductions in repair delays. Conclusion: Structured, low-cost interventions implemented through a clinical audit cycle significantly improved medical equipment functionality and management. Clinical audit is an effective strategy for strengthening health technology management systems in resource-limited settings.
Published by: Dr. AB. Mashooth
Author: Dr. AB. Mashooth
Paper ID: V12I2-1199
Paper Status: published
Published: March 26, 2026
