scholarly journals Pregelatinized Starch: Variability in Gelatinization and its Influence on Product Performance

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 141-149
Author(s):  
Saravanan D ◽  
Prakash Muthudoss ◽  
Praveen Khullar ◽  
Rose Venis A
Keyword(s):  
Particle Size ◽  
Material Properties ◽  
Systematic Approach ◽  
Pharmaceutical Formulations ◽  
Product Performance ◽  
Raw Material ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Tablet Disintegration ◽  
Pregelatinized Starch ◽  
Starch Retrogradation

Starch and its derivatives are one of the significant excipients used in the pharmaceutical formulations due to their multi-purpose functionalities. The purpose of this study is two-fold: (1) Firstly, to propose a systematic approach in understanding the material properties of a starch derivative (pregelatinised starch/PGS) using analytical ‘toolbox’ as part of ‘alternative supplier sourcing’, and secondly (2) To demonstrate the effect of PGS from different vendors on the tablet disintegration using model formulations. Contextually, a two-tier characterisation procedure is generally considered as a prerequisite for establishing the sameness of the material obtained either from different batches or from various vendors.  Primarily, the sameness between typical quality-control tests and compendial requirements are to be established. If similar, then sameness between the functional characteristics is to be established. In this context, the PGS from two vendors met the specifications, and there were no differences for the test results in the certificates of analysis. However, when subjected to functionality assessment, the two lots were found to be distinctly different. The influence of the functional property variations was further exemplified from viscosity results of raw material. Furthermore, this difference was even more evident when the model formulations were subjected to disintegration testing. The similarity in compendial tests but significant differences in functionality characteristics for the PGS of two vendors can be unravelled by considering variations in particle size, crystallinity, starch retrogradation and these changes are potentially attributed to the differences in the gelatinisation procedures adopted by the vendors.

Influence of Raw Material Properties on Parameters of Injection Press during the Injection of Composites Based Biomass and Plastic Waste

2020 ◽  
Vol 994 ◽  
pp. 152-161
Author(s):  
Peter Križan ◽  
Jozef Bábics ◽  
Juraj Beniak ◽  
Miloš Matúš
Keyword(s):  
Particle Size ◽  
Material Properties ◽  
Concentration Ratio ◽  
Raw Material ◽  
Operating Parameters ◽  
Injection Process ◽  
Research Findings ◽  
Plastic Matrix ◽  
Recycled Hdpe

The main aim of this paper is to present the research findings which come out from the experimental determination of the influence of input raw material properties and composition on the operating parameters of an injection press during the injection of biomass-plastic composites (BPC). During the injection process, important operating parameters such as injection speed, injection pressure and the temperature profile along the chamber can be recognized. In this research study, the aim was to produce BPCs of an acceptable and competitive level of quality which is determined from the final mechanical properties of BPCs. Using a variety combination of influencing variables the final quality of composites and also the operating parameters of the injection moulding press can be improved. Raw waste material variables influence, especially (a type of plastic matrix, type of biomass, particle size, moisture content) and biomass/plastic concentration ratio can be recognized during the production of composites. Their effect can be seen from the quality indicators and from the operating parameters of the injection press which has a direct impact on the production costs. The paper deals with the determination of the impact and the relationship between the input raw material variables and the operating parameters of the injection process (pressure, speed, and temperature profile). The experimental research findings were obtained using a semi-operational injection moulding press where the injection is provided by a working screw. As the input raw material, wheat straw and spruce sawdust, HDPE plastic matrix and recycled HDPE, represented by lids from PET bottles, was used. The effect of the input raw material composition was determined according to a combination and default levels of biomass/HDPE concentration ratio, using recycled HDPE instead of virgin HDPE and particle size of biomass.

scholarly journals Study of Physicochemical Characteristics of Kaolin from Belitung Regency

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 38
Author(s):  
Nurul Izzah Pasi ◽  
Marline Abdassah Bratadireja ◽  
Anis Yohana Chaerunnisa
Keyword(s):  
Heavy Metals ◽  
Heavy Metal ◽  
Particle Size ◽  
Metal Content ◽  
Physicochemical Characteristics ◽  
Heavy Metal Content ◽  
Raw Material ◽  
Test Results ◽  
High Brightness

Kaolin is one of the abundant clay minerals on earth which has been widely used in various industries. kaolin as a raw material in drugs manufacturing must comply several requirements in Pharmacopoeia such as not exceeding the heavy metal content limits. In this study the analysis of heavy metal content (Pb, Sn, and As) was carried out on natural kaolin obtained from 3 different locations in Belitung regency. Testing of the brightness and particle size is also carried out to increase the value of kaolin as a pharmaceutical excipient. The highest recovery from kaolin was obtained in sample 3 which was 67.78%, while kaolin 1 and 2 which was 66.54, and 64.20%. Based on the results of heavy metal testing it is known that kaolin 1, 2, and 3 have a Pb content of 55.2, 0.0458 and 44.0 ppm, and As content of 1.05, 78.3, and 0.761 ppm. Whereas the Sn mean metal is only found in kaolin 2 which is 0.0034. White degree test results show that kaolin 1, 2 and 3 have a high brightness, namely 92.94%, 93.00%, 91.16%. From the results of particle size testing shows that all kaolin samples have size <2 μm.Keywords: Characterization of Minerals, Heavy Metals, Kaolin

Storage Problems of Poplar Chips from Short Rotation Plantations with Special Emphasis on Fungal Development

2012 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 123-132 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zsuzsanna Horváth ◽  
Béla Marosvölgyi ◽  
Christine Idler ◽  
Ralf Pecenka ◽  
Hannes Lenz
Keyword(s):  
Particle Size ◽  
Health Risk ◽  
Dry Matter ◽  
Ph Value ◽  
Wood Chips ◽  
Raw Material ◽  
Special Focus ◽  
Fungal Development ◽  
Short Rotation ◽  
Fungal Particles

Abstract - There are several problems in storing wood chips freshly harvested from short rotation plantations, which result in quality losses as well as in dry matter and energy losses. The factors influencing the degradation of raw material are examined in this paper with special focus on fungal development. An excessive growth of fungi is connected to dry matter losses and also to an increased health risk during raw material handling. The following factors were measured during 6 months storage of poplar wood chips depending on particle size: box temperature, moisture content, pH-value, appearance of fungi in the storage and the concentration of fungal particles in the air. The results show a close connection between particle size, temperature and attack of fungi. During the storage mesophilic and termophilic species of the genera Alternaria, Aspergillus, Cladosporium, Mucor and Penicillium appeared. The concentration of fungal particles is the highest for fine chips and decreases in bigger particles. There was a special focus on the investigation of the properties of coarse chips (G 50), which represent a good compromise between handling, storage losses and health risk due to fungal development.

Effect of log loading on the performance of wood room

2014 ◽  
Vol 29 (2) ◽  
pp. 201-210
Author(s):  
Ari Isokangas ◽  
Kari Ala-Kaila ◽  
Markku Ohenoja ◽  
Aki Sorsa ◽  
Kauko Leiviskä
Keyword(s):  
Product Quality ◽  
Material Properties ◽  
Raw Material ◽  
Performance Criteria ◽  
Processing Unit ◽  
Level Control ◽  
Paper Mills ◽  
Remarkable Effect ◽  
Loading Process ◽  
Small Wood

Abstract The purpose of this paper is to analyse the log loading process of wood room, which is typically the first processing unit in pulp and paper mills. The aim is to improve the log loading process to obtain production with a constant log flow of well de-iced logs to the debarking drum. This way it is possible to reduce costs and enhance product quality. The research was carried out utilising a log loading simulator. The parameters of the simulation model were selected on the basis of process observations on a mill. The results indicate that it is essential to adjust the process and equipment parameters, raw material properties and truck loader operation together in order to reach the target capacity with minimum costs. Especially the speed of the infeed conveyor affects all performance criteria and should be selected carefully. In addition, wood yard logistics and raw material properties have a remarkable effect on the wood room performance. The results can be utilised in mills to allow the upper level control perform in a planned way so that small wood loss and good product quality can be obtained.

Pengembangan Instrumen Penilaian Kinerja pada Praktikum Struktur dan Fungsi Sel Di SMA Negeri 1 Kota Jambi

2016 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nugroho Budhiwaluyo ◽  
Rayandra Asyhar ◽  
Bambang Hariyadi
Keyword(s):  
Performance Assessment ◽  
Student Performance ◽  
Cell Structure ◽  
Structure And Function ◽  
Assessment Instrument ◽  
Product Performance ◽  
Development Model ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
And Function

  This research aims to produce a final product in the form of a performance-assessment instrument on Cell Structure and Function experiment. The development model is ADDIE. Based on expert's judgment, the instrument was valid and can be tested in the field. Field-test results shown that the product performs high validity and reliability value on measuring student performance on Cell Structure and Function experiment. Therefore, it is concluded that this performance-assessment instrument theoretically and practically has a good quality for measuring student performance in both process and product performance on Cell Structure and Function experiment. Keywords: Development, Performance-Assessment Instrument, Cell Structure and Function Experiment 

scholarly journals Space Charge Property of Polyethylene/Silica Nanocomposites at Different Elongations

2015 ◽  
Vol 2015 ◽  
pp. 1-14 ◽  
Author(s):  
Can Wang ◽  
Youyuan Wang ◽  
Peng Fan ◽  
Ruijin Liao
Keyword(s):  
Particle Size ◽  
Space Charge ◽  
Dipole Model ◽  
Particle Sizes ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Silica Nanocomposites ◽  
Induced Dipole ◽  
Interface Characteristics ◽  
Space Charge Distribution ◽  
Charge Property

This paper prepares polyethylene/silica nanocomposites with concentrations of 3 wt% and 5 wt% by using silicon dioxide (SiO2) nanopowder (nanosilica) with particle sizes of 15 and 50 nm. Samples whose elongations are 3%, 6%, and 10% are prepared. Pulsed electroacoustic technique is applied to evaluate the space charge distribution in samples. Test results show that homocharge near electrodes is generated in the polyethylene/silica nanocomposites. Nanocomposites with a nanoparticle concentration of 3 wt% and particle size of 15 nm suppress the accumulation of space charge effectively. The amount of space charge in the samples increases with the increase in elongation. At an elongation of 10%, packet-like space charge is generated in polyethylene/silica nanocomposites with the concentration of 5 wt% and particle sizes of 15 and 50 nm. The packet-like space charge in nanocomposites whose particle size is 50 nm is more obvious than that in nanocomposites whose particle size is 15 nm. The experiment results are explained by applying interface characteristics, dipole model, and induced dipole model.

Material Properties and Design Aspects of Folding Bicycle Frame

2011 ◽  
Vol 264-265 ◽  
pp. 777-782 ◽  
Author(s):  
M.A. Maleque ◽  
M.S. Hossain ◽  
S. Dyuti
Keyword(s):  
Material Properties ◽  
Raw Material ◽  
New Materials ◽  
Materials Properties ◽  
Advantages And Disadvantages ◽  
Bicycle Frame ◽  
Successful Design ◽  
Future Direction ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Comprehensive Study

successful design of folding bicycle should take into account the function, material properties, and fabrication process. There are some other factors that should be considered in anticipating the behavior of materials for folding bicycle. In order to understand the relationship between material properties and design of a folding bicycle and also for the future direction in new materials with new design, a comprehensive study on the design under different conditions are essential. Therefore, a systematic study on the relationship between material properties and design for folding bicycle has been performed. The advantages and disadvantages matrix between conventional bicycle and folding bicycle is presented for better understanding of the materials properties and design. It was found that the materials properties of the folding bicycle frame such as fatigue and tensile strength are the important properties for the better performance of the frame. The relationship between materials properties and design is not straight forward because the behavior of the material in the finished product could be different from that of the raw material. The swing hinge technique could be a better technique in the design for the folding bicycle frame.

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