- Drilling and Well Engineering
- X-ray Diffraction in Crystallography
- Crystallization and Solubility Studies
- Tunneling and Rock Mechanics
- Hydraulic Fracturing and Reservoir Analysis
- Tribology and Wear Analysis
- Advanced materials and composites
- Concrete and Cement Materials Research
- Oil and Gas Production Techniques
- Polymer Nanocomposites and Properties
- Advancements in Solid Oxide Fuel Cells
- Statistical Distribution Estimation and Applications
- Reliability and Maintenance Optimization
- Biodiesel Production and Applications
- Lubricants and Their Additives
- Chemical Looping and Thermochemical Processes
- Advanced Combustion Engine Technologies
- Innovative concrete reinforcement materials
- Phytochemicals and Antioxidant Activities
- Thermodynamic and Exergetic Analyses of Power and Cooling Systems
- Nuclear reactor physics and engineering
- Natural Antidiabetic Agents Studies
- Reservoir Engineering and Simulation Methods
- Fuel Cells and Related Materials
- Aluminum Alloys Composites Properties
Indian Institute of Technology Bhilai
2025
Dibrugarh University
2016-2024
Baker Hughes (United States)
2015-2023
Gauhati University
2011-2022
XIM University
2016
Tezpur University
2014
Savitribai Phule Pune University
1983-1988
Institute of Minerals and Materials Technology
1988
The integration of three-dimensional (3D) printing techniques into the domains biomedical research and personalized medicine highlights evolving paradigm shifts within contemporary healthcare. This technological advancement signifies potential breakthroughs in patient-specific therapeutic interventions innovations. systematic review offers a critical assessment existing literature, elucidating present status, inherent challenges, prospective avenues 3D augmenting applications formulating...
This article investigates the effect of powder metallurgy processing parameters on multi-responses: mass density and hardness Al2O3/Cu composite based Taguchi method coupled with Grey relational analysis. Based Taguchi's L18 orthogonal array, experimental trial runs were conducted four controllable parameters: milling time, compaction pressure, sintering temperature holding time. The analysis (GRA) was performed to find optimal condition grade (GRG) as a measure performance index. Analysis...
To mitigate the adverse effects of fossil fuel-based energy, mankind is in constant search clean and cost-effective sources such as solar energy. The economic viability a power plant to harness energy mostly depends on efficiency panels. Investigations over years show that panel significantly different meteorological parameters. Therefore, there an imminent need for correlation explaining relations between In this study, effort has been made analyze various parameters subsequently propose...
Liver performs number of critical physiological functions in human system. Intoxication liver leads to accumulation free radicals that eventually cause damage, fibrosis, cirrhosis and cancer. Carbon tetrachloride (CCl 4 ) belongs hepatotoxin is converted a highly reactive radical by cytochrome P450 enzymes causes damage. Plant extracts derived quercetin has substantial role hepatoprotection. This study highlights the possible mechanism which plays significant HPLC analysis revealed abundance...
The present work attempts to evaluate the performance of an automotive diesel engine run on waste cooking oil biodiesel (WCO) blend at variable speeds. composition (B40) used in study is 40% WCO and 60% by volume for experimentation a naturally aspirated, water-cooled direct injection type having compression ratio 18:1. settings are timing (IT) 150bTDC fuel pressure (IP) 500 bar. emissions characteristics studied various loads 20%, 40%, 60%, 80% 100% different speeds 1500, 1800 2400 rpm....
Abstract Non-metallic oil and gas pipes are replacing their metal alternatives due to various advantages such as mitigating corrosion issues, lowering total cost of ownership reducing carbon footprint. Reduction footprint is an important aspect consider environmental concerns global initiatives while developing new products. As effort assess the impact utilizing non-metallic tubulars in a downhole environment, this paper explores life cycle tubulars. This presents step-by-step process...
Abstract Nonmetallic pipelines are gaining popularity across the Oil and Gas value chain from upstream to downstream applications. Among top benefits mitigation of corrosion hazards, lowering total cost ownership, reducing carbon footprint. While nonmetallic pipes increasingly deployed onshore offshore, a focus on downhole tubular development qualification is essential as these lacking in literature. In this paper, authors attempt provide an overview technology status quo well highlighting...
Abstract This research explores the mechanical and tribological properties of bamboo fiber-reinforced epoxy composites, focusing on Phyllostachys bambusoides , a species known locally as “Bije bamboo,” sourced from Apatani plateau, Arunachal Pradesh, India. The composites are fabricated by incorporating powder into an epoxy–hardener blend at 5 %, 15 25 % weight fractions using manual molding process under sustained pressure for 24 h. underwent comprehensive assessment, varying key parameters...
Abstract Growing demand to drill high-pressure, high-temperature (HPHT) wells requires improved technology overcome the HPHT challenges. Designing and testing for cost-effective cementing at simulated downhole conditions gas oil poses a challenge necessitating special consideration in choice of cement slurry. A successful job is dependent on how quickly efficiently achieves its strength. Another critical aspect displace mud out annulus by designing slurry with desired rheology. Achieving...
Abstract Growing demand to drill High Pressure Temperature (HPHT) wells requires improved technology overcome the HPHT challenges. Oil well cementing has a greater impact on production potential of as compared other operational actions. A successful job is dependent how quickly and efficiently cement achieves strength. Achieving desired mechanical properties becomes harder complex at conditions. wide variety admixtures are commonly mixed with oil slurries deal extensive range pressure...
The loss of circulation is a big problem in drilling operations. This costly, time-consuming and may lead to well control situation. Much research has investigated the effectiveness using different chemicals as lost material (LCM) stop mud cement slurry losses. However, there remain many limitations for such LCM types, especially when it comes field applications. paper presents new high strength (HSLCM) that could effectively be used managing severe cases. HSLCM easily pumped into thief zone...
Abstract In deeper wells, high pressure and temperature post cementing operations put extreme stresses on the cement sheath dramatically affect integrity. So, design of slurry is very important to ensure durability long-term integrity sheath. The should lead a better zonal isolation strengthen bonding with casing. Furthermore, it help shield casing from corroding unpredictable shock loads in zones sustain plugs control lost circulation fractured permeability zones. Different additives were...
Abstract This paper presents our research on developing new lightweight and ultra-lightweight cement formulations which have resulted in higher strength, better adhesion improved bond logs. The resulting formulation could be used for deeper placement wells. Traditionally, these been viewed as technology limiters cements. We screened local raw materials, available Saudi Arabia. combination with carefully selected glass microspheres, unique formulation. Careful selection of particle sizing...
Abstract With the high global demand of oil and gas, oilfield companies are seeking resources in unexplored areas by drilling wells to explore potential reserves gas. The process has become more challenging these areas, especially at pressure temperature conditions (HPHT). A strong cement sheath is highly desired ensure durability integrity overcome challenges. slurry design cementing job when carried out conditions. Industry always looking for new material which can be stable extreme meet...
Metakaolin is a supplementary cementitious material produced through the calcination of kaolinitic rocks. The scarcity high-grade and commercial quantities kaolinitic-based rocks makes metakaolin expensive. objective this study to evaluate feasibility shale obtained from mud-rich Qusaiba Member Saudi Arabia as source metakaolin. rock was dried, ground, passed 75 μm sieve obtain fine powder. powder calcined at 1202, 1292, 1382, 1472, 1562 °F for 1 h. optimum temperature required convert into...
Wear parameter optimization is critical for the successful use of materials in load-bearing applications. This study examines various wear parameters using Taguchi technique determination specific rate alpha-manganese dioxide (α-MnO 2 )-epoxy nanocomposites. Four factors viz. wt.% loading α-MnO , sliding distance, velocity, and normal load, were selected as controllable a suitable L 16 orthogonal array was chosen conducting experiments. An X-ray diffractometer field emission scanning...
Abstract Lost circulation is a major contributor to non-productive time (NPT). Any efforts better understand the factors that lead it and subsequently identify suitable cure will translate tremendous savings of money for operators. Conventional materials such as calcium carbonate, nut shells, graphites fibers are successful in curing many cases seepage partial lost circulation. However, there practical limit concentration these used combat most severe losses due limitation pumps drilling...