Growth and Development in a Case of Congenital Hypothyroidism
Congenital hypothyroidism (CH) ranks very high among the most common disorders treated in a paediatric endocrinology clinic. In the Western world, CH is detected in 1:3,500 to 1:4,000 newborns (1) by the neonatal thyroid screening (NTS) programme. The main goal of NTS commenced in the 1970s is an early diagnosis of CH and prompt initiation of ongoing thyroxine replacement therapy, to be administered regularly for the affected infants. This measure is aimed to avoid the inevitable outcome of permanent neurological handicap in untreated children or in whom onset of treatment was considerably delayed. When treated early, CH is also one of the most common preventable causes of mental retardation. In this regard, while emphasizing the role of NTS in early diagnosis, it is worthy of note that the incidence of CH reported from NTS carried out in various centres in India is much higher, viz., 1:1,200 to 1:1,500 newborns. (2). Naturally, it follows that NTS must be universally available in India to identify all affected infants by prompt diagnosis to begin regular replacement therapy in the initial two weeks of life (3).
Published by: Vasantha Singarayan
Author: Vasantha Singarayan
Paper ID: V3I6-1401
Paper Status: published
Published: December 15, 2017
Seismic Analysis of Step Back Structure on Sloped Ground
This project focuses on the analytical investigation of a step back structure on slope ground with three different inclinations (10 0, 30 0 and45 0 ). The inclination is achieved in two different phases, in first phase three different inclinations are obtained by maintaining the height of the building constant and in second phase width of the structure was maintained constant. The modeling and analysis were completed using STAAD-Pro. The seismic analysis was carried out by two different methods: Seismic coefficient method and response spectrum method. From the analysis, it was observed that for any inclination ground story short column in the middle of the structure carries more load compared to the long length column. Increasing the angle of fixed height the column forces and stiffness of the structure decrease with increase in the angle whereas for fixed width structures it was increasing.
Published by: CH. Ashok
Author: CH. Ashok
Paper ID: V3I6-1394
Paper Status: published
Published: December 15, 2017
Critical Review of Risks to Water Resources from Hydraulic Fracturing
Since the early 2000s, oil and natural gas production in the United States have been transformed through technological innovation. Hydraulic fracturing, combined with advanced directional drilling techniques, made it possible to economically extract oil and gas resources previously inaccessible. The resulting surge in production increased domestic energy supplies and brought economic benefits to many areas of the United States. The growth in domestic oil and gas production also raised concerns about potential impacts to human health and the environment, including potential effects on the quality and quantity of drinking water resources. Some residents living close to oil and gas production wells have investigated changes in the quality of drinking water and assert that hydraulic fracturing is responsible for these changes. Other concerns include competition for water between hydraulic fracturing activities and other water users, especially in areas of the country experiencing drought, and the disposal of wastewater generated from hydraulic fracturing. This investigation synthesizes available scientific literature and data to assess the potential for hydraulic fracturing for oil and gas to change the quality or quantity of drinking water resources and identifies factors affecting the frequency or severity of potential changes. This investigation can be used by federal, tribal, state, and local officials; industry; and the public to better understand and address any vulnerabilities of drinking water resources to hydraulic fracturing activities.
Published by: Ankur Gill, Zafar Hayat Khan, Gurpreet Singh Chahal
Author: Ankur Gill
Paper ID: V3I6-1390
Paper Status: published
Published: December 15, 2017
Artificial Solar Oxygen Tree
This paper introduces a new solar technology that emulates how trees convert sunlight into energy. An Artificial Oxygen Tree which aims at serving the humanity toward the planet, having an ability to perform electrolysis of the sewage water and obtain the Hydrogen (for fuel) and Oxygen (to be emitted in the air) along with generating electricity from solar energy with the help of PV (Photo-voltaic) panels on the top of the trees. The model will be placed on the sewage tanks and at the base, Electrolysis will be carried out. It’s a process in which electrical power source is connected to the 2 electrodes which are placed in the water, and a current is passed resulting into the appearance of Hydrogen at the cathode and Oxygen at the anode. The Hydrogen will be stored in a tank and can be used as a fuel and oxygen to be let out in the air for breathing. The PV on the top of the tree will collect energy from the sun and convert it into electricity. A PV cell is made of a semiconductor material, usually crystalline silicon, which absorbs sunlight. This electricity is stored and is used to light the LED’s on the tree, hence making it as a streetlight. The actual model can be used to charge the gadgets like mobile phones and laptops. Advertisements will be displayed on the LCD screen. This will attract the sponsors.
Published by: Rashmi Saratkar, Dr. S. D Bobade
Author: Rashmi Saratkar
Paper ID: V3I6-1383
Paper Status: published
Published: December 15, 2017
Bridge Monitoring and Alert Generation System Using IOT
Many of the bridges in cities built on the river are subject to deterioration as their lifetime is expired but they are still in use. They are dangerous to bridge users. Due to heavy load of vehicles, high water level or pressure, heavy rains these bridges may get collapse which in turn leads to disaster. So, these bridges require continuous monitoring. So we are proposing a system which consists of a weight sensor, water level point contact sensor, Wi-Fi module, Arduino microcontroller. This system detects the load of vehicles, water level, and pressure. If the water level, water pressure and vehicle load on the bridge cross its threshold value then it generates the alert through buzzer and auto barrier. If it is necessary, then the admin assign the task to the employees for maintenance.
Published by: Varsha Kusal, Amrita Argade, Sanika Chiplunkar , Rohini Kumbhar , Swati A. Khodke
Author: Varsha Kusal
Paper ID: V3I6-1404
Paper Status: published
Published: December 14, 2017
Epidemiological Studies in Workers Exposed to Steel Dust
Context: Steel is crucial to the development of any modern economy and is considered to be the backbone of human civilization. Although studies on adverse health effects in steel industry workers were reported from European and other countries, studies of this nature are meager in Indian ethnic group, where the health problems in steel industry workers are very serious. In the present study, we focused on adverse health effects in steel industrial workers who were occupationally exposed to steel dust. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first investigation of its kind. Methods: The study was carried out in 435 steel industry workers in the group of 20-60 years who are occupationally exposed to steel dust and in 426 subjects with no history of occupational exposure to steel dust or any other chemicals (control group). Information on the age, medical history, and habits like smoking, consumption of alcohol, surgical history, medication, and nature of job, marital life and years of service was recorded in a standard questionnaire. Results: The results have shown an increase in health problems particularly Hair loss, respiratory problems, diabetes, joint pains, followed by hypertension, headache, and eye problems. Their frequency of health problems was high in steel industrial workers compared to controls (71.03% vs 31.0%). Conclusion: On the basis of the results obtained in the present study, definite conclusions were drawn on the nature of health problems in workers of the steel industry. The frequency of health problems was high in steel industrial workers compared to controls. This might be due to the undue exposure to steel dust at work place. Hence appropriate precautionary measures have to be taken to prevent or minimize the exposure of the workers to steel dust.
Published by: U. IndiraPriyadarshini, Vanitha Baluka, Ch. Prashanth, P. P Reddy
Author: U. IndiraPriyadarshini
Paper ID: V3I6-1389
Paper Status: published
Published: December 14, 2017
