Journal of Advanced Research in Manufacturing, Material Science & Metallurgical Engineering

The Role of Nanophotonics in Shaping the Future of Modern Science

Harpreet Kaur — Mon, 22 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Nanophotonics technology is a light-based technology that utilises different wavelengths of light to address the needs of different sectors, such as healthcare, microchip manufacturing, etc. This research aims to explore the details of nanophotonics and its growing utilisation across these sectors. The study covers the concept of nanophotonics, its underlying processes, and the resources involved in this technology. Nanotechnology has been instrumental in the development of optical-based technologies that contribute significantly to the medical field. Primary data collection methods have been employed to gather fresh insights from respondents. A quantitative analysis approach has been used to process the data collected through the primary survey. Regression analysis demonstrates a strong relationship between the dependent and independent variables in this research. Nanophotonics technology, a subfield of nanotechnology, leverages different wavelengths of light for applications such as optical data storage and solar cells. The demand for nanophotonics has increased in the medical and technology sectors, where it helps in the development of microchips and other optical-based materials.

DoI: https://doi.org/10.24321/2393.8315.202501

Sustainable Management and Reuse of Casting Wastage for Eco-Efficient Foundry Operations

Vinit Kalariya, Prateek Yadav, Rajesh Kumar — Sun, 28 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000

The foundry industry remains an essential pillar of global manufacturing, supplying precision metal components to the automotive, construction, and aerospace sectors. However, its operations generate substantial solid wastes such as spent foundry sand, slag, metal dross, and refractory residues that, if unmanaged, cause environmental degradation and escalate production costs. This research investigates the composition, characteristics, and reuse potential of major casting wastes, with emphasis on the sustainable incorporation of treated foundry sand in concrete production. Samples were collected from regional foundries, analysed for particle size distribution, binder residues, and elemental composition using X-ray fluorescence, and subsequently utilised to prepare concrete mixes replacing natural sand at 0%, 10%, 20%, and 30% levels. Compressive strength testing at 7 and 28 days revealed that up to 20% substitution maintained over 90% of the reference mix strength, confirming structural reliability. Environmental analysis demonstrated negligible leaching of hazardous substances. The study highlights technical feasibility, economic benefits, and policy recommendations for circular utilisation of casting waste, offering a practical framework for eco-efficient foundry operations.

Experimental Study on the Tribological Characteristics of a 3D Printed Textured Surface

Uday Pala Kiran — Wed, 24 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000

In this paper, the 3D-printed samples are developed with polylactic acid (PLA) by considering the various bionic texture shapes on them. Here, the four different bionic texture shapes are considered, such as square, diamond, hexagonal and circle. The major objective of this experimental study is to evaluate the influence of these bionic texture shapes on the tribological characteristics (wear rate and friction coefficient) of 3D-printed specimens. From these experimental results, it is found that the diamond texture shape is found to be most significant for the better tribological characteristics of the printed sample. Further, the operating parameters, such as aspect ratio, texture depth, speed and load, are also analysed by using the response surface methodology. From these results, the load is the most significant operating parameter for better tribological characteristics of the printed sample, followed by texture depth. The optimised value of operating parameters is also evaluated by using the grey relational analysis (GRA) technique. However, the friction coefficient firstly decreases and then increases with the texture depth.

Superfoods and their role in Biotechnology

Dhvani Aggarwal — Wed, 06 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Superfoods are foods that have exceptional nutritional value and significant health benefits. Advances in biotechnology now allow for more effective cultivation, biofortification, and therapeutic applications of these superfoods. This review explores the biotechnological innovations associated with superfoods, their health effects, and their potential applications in medicine and nutrition. Innovations such as genetic engineering, metabolic engineering, and precision fermentation enhance the bioavailability of superfoods. Biotech-enhanced superfoods have the potential to combat malnutrition and chronic diseases. Furthermore, the advancements brought about by information and communication technology (ICT), synthetic biology, CRISPR, and omics sciences are highly anticipated. This review also addresses the challenges associated with superfoods' health-related applications and their molecular modifications.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.24321/2393.8315.202502

Transformative Innovations in the Global Sugar Industry: A Comprehensive Review

Aditya Tiwari — Thu, 25 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000

One of the oldest and most significant agro-based industries in the world, the sugar business is going through a major transition due to changing customer expectations, sustainability concerns, and technical advancements. For many years, the production of sugar was marked by gradual advancements and a strong reliance on manpower. Climate change, market price fluctuations, and dietary shifts towards low-sugar alternatives have put the industry under increased scrutiny today. In order to assess the major innovation domains altering the sugar value chain, this review synthesises international literature, industry reports, and case-based evidence. Precision farming, mill automation, biotechnology, diversification of bio-based products, sustainability-focused solutions, and new digital business models are some of these developments. The results show a trend towards circular production systems, growing interest in health-conscious sugar alternatives, and growing incorporation of digital technology. However, obstacles like financial limitations, a lack of skilled workers, and unclear policies prevent widespread implementation. The review’s conclusion identifies potential avenues for future innovation acceleration, especially through cross-national cooperation and smallholder inclusion.