Abhishek Sharma

Abstract Concrete has inherently low tensile strength, which restricts the performance and durability of a concrete structure. This study investigates the effect of Silica Fume (SF), Waste Foundry Sand (WFS), and Polypropylene Fiber (PPF) on Split Tensile Strength (TS) of M40 grade concrete. Experimental mixes were formulated by systematically replacing the SF with WFS (5–40%) and the WFS with PPF (0.5–2%) and cylindrical specimens were cast and cured under controlled conditions for 3–90 days.

Artificial intelligence has transformed customer relationship management from a record-keeping function into a data-driven decision support system. Across utilities, high-tech manufacturing, industrial equipment, telecommunications, and infrastructure services, AI capabilities are increasingly being incorporated into CRM platforms to improve service planning, maintenance scheduling, and customer support workflows.

Abstract Carbon soot particles deposit on the outer surfaces of economizer tubes, inhibiting heat transfer to water and reducing thermal efficiency. While offline cleaning methods require costly shutdowns, online techniques optimize heat transfer through continuous cleaning, thereby reducing downtime and associated costs.