Experimental and Numerical Investigations on the Heat Transfer of a Helical Coil Heat Exchanger Utilized α-Al2 O3 nanofluid

This study focused on investigating the impact of α-Al2O3 nanoparticles on heat transfer in shell and helical coiled tube heat exchangers. The objective was to analyze the influence of various geometrical characteristics, specifically the coil pitch, on the Nusselt numbers of both sides using a combination of numerical simulations and experimental methods. The working fluid for the hot side was water. The research encompassed an examination of the friction factor for three different coils, exploring the effects of pitch spacing on heat transfer, and assessing the influence of nanoparticles on heat transfer on the inner side of the coil. The findings of the current work indicated significant improvements in heat transfer parameters when employing water-α-Al2O3 nanoparticles as the cold fluid. Comparing this heat exchanger to one without the inclusion of α-Al2O3 nanoparticles revealed a remarkable efficiency enhancement of 7.68 percent. This increase strongly suggests a notable acceleration in the rate of heat transmission within the heat exchanger. Overall, this study provides valuable insights into the utilization of α-Al2O3 nanoparticles in enhancing heat transfer in shell and helical coiled tube heat exchangers. The results highlight the potential benefits of incorporating nanoparticles into such systems, leading to improved performance and more efficient heat exchange processes

Halal Logistics: Halal Integrity and Legal Enforcement Challenges

This is a review paper on the topic of halal logistic in relation to halal integrity and legal enforcement challenges. With the increased potential on halal logistic in the global and local market, there is a need towards maintaining and upholding the halal integrity of the business. This study shall focus on discovering the challenges on halal logistic industry and finding the means of improving the situation which causing a lot of concern. Moreover, the country must not miss out on this opportunities of maximizing the lucrative business in halal logistic to have a better economic and social upgrade as with this opportunity, there is a possibility of raising the standard of living of the local population with the creation of job employment in the halal logistic market. This study is based on the previous literature reviews and local halal forums/talks. The idea of this research study is to seek scholastic understanding of challenges of halal integrity in the logistic sector. This is an opportunity for the authors to contribute to the knowledge on halal logistic specifically on the better understanding of local halal legal enforcement issues by referring to the current reported news. Hence, emphasis on the problems faced by local authorities in enforcing the legal system to protect the halal logistic integrity

Halal Logistics: Halal Integrity and Legal Enforcement Challenges

This is a review paper on the topic of halal logistic in relation to halal integrity and legal enforcement challenges. With the increased potential on halal logistic in the global and local market, there is a need towards maintaining and upholding the halal integrity of the business. This study shall focus on discovering the challenges on halal logistic industry and finding the means of improving the situation which causing a lot of concern. Moreover, the country must not miss out on this opportunities of maximizing the lucrative business in halal logistic to have a better economic and social upgrade as with this opportunity, there is a possibility of raising the standard of living of the local population with the creation of job employment in the halal logistic market. This study is based on the previous literature reviews and local halal forums/talks. The idea of this research study is to seek scholastic understanding of challenges of halal integrity in the logistic sector. This is an opportunity for the authors to contribute to the knowledge on halal logistic specifically on the better understanding of local halal legal enforcement issues by referring to the current reported news. Hence, emphasis on the problems faced by local authorities in enforcing the legal system to protect the halal logistic integrity

An open-source non-contact thermometer using low-cost electronic components

Due to the spread of COVID-19 across the world and the increased need for non-contact thermometers to prevent the spread of disease, a new electronic thermometer has been designed and implemented for measuring human body temperature from a distance. This device is currently in use at building entrances to measure the body temperatures of employees, students, and customers. This system is designed using low-cost easy-toassemble open-source electronic components. The system consists of seven main parts: an Arduino UNO microcontroller, an infrared (IR) thermometer for non-contact temperature measurements (GY-906 MLX90614ESF module), an IR motion sensor (TCRT 5000) for the purpose of contactless initiation of the system, a graphic LCD to display results, a DS3231 clock module for a real-time clock and calendar, and a micro-SD storage board to store device audio instructions. (C) 2021 The Authors. Published by Elsevier Ltd

The Effect of Nanofluid Volume Concentration on Heat Transfer and Friction Factor inside a Horizontal Tube

The additives of solid nanoparticles to liquids are significant enhancement of heat transfer and hydrodynamic flow. In this study, the thermal properties of three types of nanoparticles (Al2O3, TiO2, and SiO2) dispersed in water as a base fluid were measured experimentally. Forced convection heat transfer turbulent flow inside heated flat tube was numerically simulated. The heat flux around flat tube is 5000 W/m2 and Reynolds number is in the range of 5×103 to 50×103. CFD model by finite volume method used commercial software to find hydrodynamic and heat transfer coefficient. Simulation study concluded that the thermal properties measured and Reynolds number as input and friction factor and Nusselt number as output parameters. Data measured showed that thermal conductivity and viscosity increase with increasing the volume concentration of nanofluids with maximum deviation 19% and 6%, respectively. Simulation results concluded that the friction factor and Nusselt number increase with increasing the volume concentration. On the other hand, the flat tube enhances heat transfer and decreases pressure drop by 6% and −4%, respectively, as compared with circular tube. Comparison of numerical analysis with experimental data available showed good agreement with deviation not more than 2%

Saudi-KAU Coupled Global Climate Model: Description and Performance

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Antimicrobial resistance among migrants in Europe: a systematic review and meta-analysis

BACKGROUND: Rates of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) are rising globally and there is concern that increased migration is contributing to the burden of antibiotic resistance in Europe. However, the effect of migration on the burden of AMR in Europe has not yet been comprehensively examined. Therefore, we did a systematic review and meta-analysis to identify and synthesise data for AMR carriage or infection in migrants to Europe to examine differences in patterns of AMR across migrant groups and in different settings. METHODS: For this systematic review and meta-analysis, we searched MEDLINE, Embase, PubMed, and Scopus with no language restrictions from Jan 1, 2000, to Jan 18, 2017, for primary data from observational studies reporting antibacterial resistance in common bacterial pathogens among migrants to 21 European Union-15 and European Economic Area countries. To be eligible for inclusion, studies had to report data on carriage or infection with laboratory-confirmed antibiotic-resistant organisms in migrant populations. We extracted data from eligible studies and assessed quality using piloted, standardised forms. We did not examine drug resistance in tuberculosis and excluded articles solely reporting on this parameter. We also excluded articles in which migrant status was determined by ethnicity, country of birth of participants' parents, or was not defined, and articles in which data were not disaggregated by migrant status. Outcomes were carriage of or infection with antibiotic-resistant organisms. We used random-effects models to calculate the pooled prevalence of each outcome. The study protocol is registered with PROSPERO, number CRD42016043681. FINDINGS: We identified 2274 articles, of which 23 observational studies reporting on antibiotic resistance in 2319 migrants were included. The pooled prevalence of any AMR carriage or AMR infection in migrants was 25·4% (95% CI 19·1-31·8; I2 =98%), including meticillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (7·8%, 4·8-10·7; I2 =92%) and antibiotic-resistant Gram-negative bacteria (27·2%, 17·6-36·8; I2 =94%). The pooled prevalence of any AMR carriage or infection was higher in refugees and asylum seekers (33·0%, 18·3-47·6; I2 =98%) than in other migrant groups (6·6%, 1·8-11·3; I2 =92%). The pooled prevalence of antibiotic-resistant organisms was slightly higher in high-migrant community settings (33·1%, 11·1-55·1; I2 =96%) than in migrants in hospitals (24·3%, 16·1-32·6; I2 =98%). We did not find evidence of high rates of transmission of AMR from migrant to host populations. INTERPRETATION: Migrants are exposed to conditions favouring the emergence of drug resistance during transit and in host countries in Europe. Increased antibiotic resistance among refugees and asylum seekers and in high-migrant community settings (such as refugee camps and detention facilities) highlights the need for improved living conditions, access to health care, and initiatives to facilitate detection of and appropriate high-quality treatment for antibiotic-resistant infections during transit and in host countries. Protocols for the prevention and control of infection and for antibiotic surveillance need to be integrated in all aspects of health care, which should be accessible for all migrant groups, and should target determinants of AMR before, during, and after migration. FUNDING: UK National Institute for Health Research Imperial Biomedical Research Centre, Imperial College Healthcare Charity, the Wellcome Trust, and UK National Institute for Health Research Health Protection Research Unit in Healthcare-associated Infections and Antimictobial Resistance at Imperial College London