http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/211 Sun, 26 Apr 2026 02:05:40 GMT 2026-04-26T02:05:40Z http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/3287 Title: Comparison of stochastic and fuzzy dynamic programming models for the operation of a multipurpose reservoir Authors: Chandramouli, S.; Nanduri, U.V. Abstract: Reservoir management is a highly complex problem, which includes the uncertainty in the inflows as well as in the objectives. Stochastic dynamic programming (SDP) has been widely used to develop the optimal operating policies of multipurpose reservoirs. In the recent years, fuzzy optimization has been used to incorporate the uncertainty caused due to the imprecise nature of objectives. In the present study, a comparison is made between a conventional SDP model and fuzzy dynamic programming models for optimal operation of a multipurpose reservoir. The two models are developed for Hirakud Reservoir on River Mahanadi in the State of Orissa in India. The performance of the reservoir is evaluated under the operating policies derived from these models through simulation. The results indicate that the fuzzy dynamic programming model performs better in achieving the flood control objective and thus in the overall performan1ce of reservoir. Description: NITW Tue, 01 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/3287 2011-02-01T00:00:00Z http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/3267 Title: A rational mix design procedure for self compacting concrete Authors: Rao, S.V.; Seshagiri Rao, M.V.; Ramaseshu, D.; Kumar, P.R. Abstract: Self Compacting Concrete (SCC) is a concrete, which fl ows and compacts only under gravity. It fi lls the mould completely without any defects. Usually self-compacting concretes have compressive strengths in the range of 60 - 100 N/mm2 . However, lower grades can also be obtained and used depending on the requirement. SCC was originally developed at the University of Tokyo in Japan with the help of leading concrete contractors during 1980’s to be mainly used for highly congested reinforced structures in seismic regions (N. Bouzoubaa and M. Lachemi, 2001). As durability of concrete structures was an important issue in Japan, adequate compaction by skilled labors was required to obtain durable concrete structures. This requirement led to the development of SCC. The work on SCC was fi rst reported in 1989 (H. Okamura and K. Ozawa, 1995). Description: NITW Tue, 01 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/3267 2013-01-01T00:00:00Z http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/3266 Title: Value -Based Leadershi p Princi ples: Importance in the Modern Technical Education Authors: Krishna, P.H. Abstract: his paper aims to reiterate the importance of values in leadership development and the importance of value education in technical institutions. Technical institutions have a role to play in not only providing quality technical education but also to make students aware of the value systems so that they could demonstrate value-based leadership in their professional life. Few qualities that are essential for value-based leadership are discussed in the paper and it is proposed that they need to be instilled in students who are studying at technical institutions. Description: NITW Tue, 01 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/3266 2013-01-01T00:00:00Z http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/3229 Title: Research and Development of Ro-Boat – An Autonomous River Clean ing Robot Authors: Sinha, Aakash; Bhardwaj, Prashant; Vaibhav, Bipul; Mohammad, Noor Abstract: Ro-Boat is an autonomous river cleaning intelligent robot incorporating mechanical design and computer vision algorithm to achieve autonomous river cleaning and provide a sustainable environment. Ro-boat is designed in a modular fashion with design details such as mechanical structural design, hydrodynamic design and vibrational analysis. It is incorporated with a stable mechanical system with air and water propulsion, robotic arms and solar energy source and it is proceed to become autonomous by using computer vision. Both “HSV Color Space” and “SURF” are proposed to use for measurements in Kalman Filter resulting in extremely robust pollutant tracking. The system has been tested with successful results in the Yamuna River in New Delhi. We foresee that a system of Ro-boats working autonomously 24x7 can clean a major river in a city on about six months time, which is unmatched by alternative methods of river cleaning. Description: NITW Wed, 01 Jan 2014 00:00:00 GMT http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/3229 2014-01-01T00:00:00Z