Vol. 28 No. 04 (2023): JUL-AUG – Asia-Pacific Journal of Science and Technology (APST)

Vol. 28 No. 04 (2023): JUL-AUG

Jackfruit processing and utilization of its waste: A review

Munusamy M. Pragalyaashree Department of Food Processing Technology, Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences, Tamil Nadu, India Asha Monicka Department of Agriculture, Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences, Tamil Nadu, India Freeda Blessie Department of Food Processing Technology, Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences, Tamil Nadu, India Tiroutchelvame Deivanayagame Department of Food Technology, Manakula Vinayagar […]

Vol. 28 No. 04 (2023): JUL-AUG

Development of gold nanoparticles-based lateral flow sandwich assay for colorimetric and electrochemical detection of bacterial infection biomarker

Aditya G. Sharma Applied Science Department, The NorthCap University, Gurugram, India Yachana Gupta Applied Science Department, The NorthCap University, Gurugram, India DOI: https://doi.org/10.14456/apst.2023.68 Keywords: Procalcitonin Gold nanoparticles Lateral flow assay Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy Abstract In this study, two distinct technologies were used for quantitative and qualitative analysis of bacterial infection (BI) specific procalcitonin (PCT) biomarker. […]

Vol. 28 No. 04 (2023): JUL-AUG

Investigation of the influence of non-pozzolanic filler composition and content on the properties of self-compacting concrete

Vinod C. Panchal Applied Mechanics Department, Sardar Vallabhbahai National Institute of Technology, Surat, India Gaurang R. Vesmawala Applied Mechanics Department, Sardar Vallabhbahai National Institute of Technology, Surat, India DOI: https://doi.org/10.14456/apst.2023.67 Keywords: Self-compacting concrete Fine aggregate to total aggregate ratio Superplasticizer Marble powder Lime powder Abstract This study measured the inherent effect of two micro fillers […]

Vol. 28 No. 04 (2023): JUL-AUG

Comparative study of peat properties in Johore Malaysia

Norhaliza Wahab Research Centre of Soft Soil, Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Johor, Malaysia Mohd Khaidir Abu Talib Faculty of Civil Engineering and Built Environment, Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Johor, Malaysia Nur J. Latifah Research Centre of Soft Soil, Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Johor, Malaysia Aziman Madun Faculty of Civil Engineering and Built […]

Vol. 28 No. 04 (2023): JUL-AUG

Chemical and biological properties of organic fertilizer products from Azolla and other organic wastes

Nguyen K. Nghia Deparment of Soil Science, College of Agriculture, Can Tho University, Can Tho City, Vietnam Duong V.H. Tran Deparment of Agriculture and Aquaculture, Bac Lieu Technical Economic College, Bac Lieu City, Vietnam DOI: https://doi.org/10.14456/apst.2023.64 Keywords: Azolla Compost Organic fertilizer Organic wastes Vermi-compost Abstract Organic fertilizers provide essential plant nutrients, energy sources for soil […]

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Effect of solvent types in chitosan-based nanocomposite coating on internal quality and eggshell morphology

Hanieh H. Sharbatdar Department of Food Sciences, Islamic Azad University, Savadkooh, Iran Dariush Khademi Shurmasti Department of Agriculture, Islamic Azad University, Savadkooh, Iran DOI: https://doi.org/10.14456/apst.2023.65 Keywords: Chitosan Eggshell morphology Montmorillonite Shelf life Solvent Abstract In recent years, the use of bio-friendly nanocomposite coating as egg packaging has vigorously developed considering environmental consequences arising from using […]

Vol. 28 No. 04 (2023): JUL-AUG

Coating of seasonings in deep-fried banana chips by electrostatic and non-electrostatic coating processes

Khongsak Srikaeo Faculty of Food and Agricultural Technology, Pibulsongkram Rajabhat University, Phitsanulok, Thailand Nattarika Thupphutsa Faculty of Food and Agricultural Technology, Pibulsongkram Rajabhat University, Phitsanulok, Thailand Nutsuda Sumonsiri Faculty of Applied Science, King Mongkut’s University of Technology North Bangkok, Bangkok, Thailand DOI: https://doi.org/10.14456/apst.2023.63 Keywords: Electrostatic coating Banana chip Adhesion Coating evenness Image analysis Abstract Deep-fried […]

Vol. 28 No. 04 (2023): JUL-AUG

Finite element analysis of CFRP-reinforced automotive hood under impact

Kunanon Sakkampang Department of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Industry and Technology, Rajamangala University of Technology Isan, Sakon Nakhon, Thailand Nirut Onsalung Department of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Industry and Technology, Rajamangala University of Technology Isan, Sakon Nakhon, Thailand Watcharayut Lumdoun Department of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Industry and Technology, Rajamangala University of Technology Isan, Sakon […]

Vol. 28 No. 04 (2023): JUL-AUG

Genetic variation of wild Bulbophyllum reclusum Seidenf. in Northeast Thailand based on chloroplast matK sequence analysis

Siwaporn Homhuan Graduate School, Mahasarakham University, Maha Sarakham, Thailand Weerachai Saijuntha Walai Rukhavej Botanical Research Institute, and Center of Excellence in Biodiversity Research, Mahasarakham University, Maha Sarakham, Thailand Sudarat Thanonkeo Walai Rukhavej Botanical Research Institute, and Center of Excellence in Biodiversity Research, Mahasarakham University, Maha Sarakham, Thailand DOI: https://doi.org/10.14456/apst.2023.61 Keywords: Bulbophyllum reclusum Genetic variation MatK […]

Vol. 28 No. 04 (2023): JUL-AUG

Synthesis of Linde Type A zeolite from Darazo kaolin found in Bauchi State, Nigeria

Ikenna Ekpe Department of Mechanical Engineering, Covenant University, Ogun, Nigeria Henry Mgbemere Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, University of Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria Ganiyu Lawal Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, University of Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria Henry Ovri Department of Experimental Mechanics, Institute of Materials Research, Geesthacht, Germany Anna L. Chaudhary Institute of Photoelectrochemistry, Geesthacht, […]