Review paper Robotics
End-effectors of the robotic arms for tomato harvesting: A comprehensive review

Phongsavanh Sengaphone; Juan Miguel De Leon; Ronnie Concepcion; Argel A Bandala; Gerardo L Augusto; Raouf Naguib; Jeremias A Gonzaga; Joseph Aldrin Chua; Laurence A Gan Lim

Volume 14, Issue 1 , November 2024, Pages 1-18

https://doi.org/10.22061/jcarme.2024.10567.2397

Abstract
  Integrating robotic technologies into agricultural practices has witnessed significant strides, particularly in tomato harvesting. This review paper offers a comprehensive examination of robot arms' end effectors developed for the intricate task of harvesting tomatoes. Drawing insights from a diverse ...  Read More

Research Paper Biomechanics
Prediction of sudden cardiac death based on fundamental changes in nonlinear characteristics of cardiac signals

A. Dorostghol; A. Maghsoudpour; Ali Ghaffari; M. NikkhahBahrami

Volume 14, Issue 1 , November 2024, Pages 19-34

https://doi.org/10.22061/jcarme.2024.9627.2291

Abstract
  To quickly detect sudden cardiac death (SCD), it is decisive to gather suitable information and enhance the accuracy of the diagnosis algorithms. Consequently, in the present study, the heart rate variability (HRV) signal of subjects who experience sudden cardiac death (SCD) is studied. We looked at ...  Read More

Research Paper Vibration
Smart maintenance strategies in combined cycle power plant

A. W. K. Fahmi; K. Reza Kashyzadeh; S. Ghorbani

Volume 14, Issue 1 , November 2024, Pages 35-46

https://doi.org/10.22061/jcarme.2024.10797.2415

Abstract
  This research investigates the effectiveness of various vibration data acquisition techniques coupled with different machine learning models for detecting anomalies and classifying them. To this end, synthetic vibration data was generated for techniques such as eddy current proximity transducers (ECPT), ...  Read More

Research Paper Energy Science and Technology
Improving energy efficiency and heat recovery performance in paper machine drying section

Shaaban Ghodbanan; Reza Alizadeh; Sirous Shafiei; Javad Rahbar Shahrouzi

Volume 14, Issue 1 , November 2024, Pages 47-62

https://doi.org/10.22061/jcarme.2024.8365.2128

Abstract
  In this study, the energy assessment and heat recovery analysis of the multi-cylinder drying section were carried out in a fluting paper machine. The specific heat consumption per unit of paper was determined to be about 4.7 GJ/ton of paper and accordingly, the machine consumed about 1.71 tons of steam ...  Read More

Review paper Manufacturing Processes
Fabrication using elastomeric tools: A review of development in Iran

Hasan Ghafourian Nosrati; Mahdi Gerdooei

Volume 14, Issue 1 , November 2024, Pages 63-76

https://doi.org/10.22061/jcarme.2024.10785.2414

Abstract
  In recent years, most industries such as the aerospace, automotive, and others have been pushed to methods for reducing costs. One of these methods is the rubber pad forming (RPF) process, which has been given more attention as a low-cost method than conventional methods. In RPF, unlike conventional ...  Read More

Research Paper
Investigating the injection characteristics effect on the performance of diesel engine using an annular injector

Rasool Esmaelnajad; Navid Farrokhi

Volume 14, Issue 1 , November 2024, Pages 77-91

https://doi.org/10.22061/jcarme.2024.9722.2307

Abstract
  Increasing the power and improving the performance of diesel engines is always considered by diesel engine manufacturers. Changing the geometry of the injector outlet orifice has a major impact on fuel-air mixing and combustion. In the current study, the geometry of the injector orifice is changed from ...  Read More

Research Paper Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
A novel 1D model approach to optimizing the entrainment ratio of a steam ejector and introducing novel definitions of ejector efficiency

S. Akbarnejad; M. Ziabasharhagh

Volume 14, Issue 1 , November 2024, Pages 93-109

https://doi.org/10.22061/jcarme.2024.10521.2388

Abstract
  This paper presents a novel 1D modeling approach to optimize steam ejector entrainment ratios, introducing new definitions of ejector efficiency and  enhancement methods. Using the proposed model, an ejector is tailored for specific boundary conditions with available computational fluid mechanic ...  Read More

Research Paper Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
CFD simulation and exergy evaluation of geometrical characteristics effects of refrigeration tubes in a 3-fluid LAMEE

Aydin Zabihi; Nader Pourmahmoud

Volume 14, Issue 1 , November 2024, Pages 111-128

https://doi.org/10.22061/jcarme.2024.10051.2341

Abstract
  Cooling tubes are inserted into the desiccant dehumidifier liquid of a 3-fluid liquid-to-air membrane energy exchanger (LAMEE)  to regulate the temperature of the dehumidifier liquid. As a result, the 3-fluid LAMEE's performance is significantly influenced by the refrigerated tubes. The numerical ...  Read More

Research Paper Mechanics of Materials
The effect of Cu concentration on tensile and compression properties of Ti-10Mo alloy using molecular dynamics simulations

Aji Abdillah Kharisma; Haris Rudianto; Achmad Benny Mutiara; Sulistyo Puspitodjati

Volume 14, Issue 1 , November 2024, Pages 129-140

https://doi.org/10.22061/jcarme.2024.10461.2377

Abstract
  Titanium alloys have been extensively explored and fabricated for application in several engineering fields. Its superior mechanical properties, Ti-10Mo-xCu alloy has potential applications in hip implants. Determining mechanical qualities via experimental methods takes a long time, especially when carried ...  Read More

Research Paper Thermodynamics and Cumbustion
Comparison of conditional scalar dissipation rate models on simulation of pilot stabilized methanol flame

Mahdi Zakyani

Volume 14, Issue 1 , November 2024, Pages 143-154

https://doi.org/10.22061/jcarme.2024.10905.2435

Abstract
  The paper presents Large Eddy Simulation (LES) Conditional Moment Closure (CMC) simulation of pilot stabilized methanol flame to study the effects of Conditional Scalar Dissipation Rate (CSDR). Two models are used in this research to evaluate CSDR: Conditional Volume Averaging (CVA) and Amplitude Mapping ...  Read More