American Journal of Science, Engineering and Technology

Volume 9, Issue 4, December 2024

  • Review Article

    Ensuring Quality and Consistency in OPC-53 Cement Testing: A Comprehensive Proficiency Testing Evaluation

    Shwet Vashishtha*

    Issue: Volume 9, Issue 4, December 2024
    Pages: 191-201
    Received: 18 September 2024
    Accepted: 4 October 2024
    Published: 29 October 2024
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    Abstract: The proficiency testing (PT) program is a critical part of quality assurance in laboratories, especially within industries like construction where cement testing is essential. This study provides a comprehensive evaluation of the fifth PT scheme for Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC) grade 53, conducted by the Nodal Laboratory. The key parameters asses... Show More
  • Research Article

    A Comparative Study on Characteristics and Properties of Food Packaging Film from Cassava Starches of Different Varieties Grown in Ethiopia

    Dawit Mamiru, Endale Werako, Tayto Mindahun*

    Issue: Volume 9, Issue 4, December 2024
    Pages: 202-214
    Received: 16 November 2024
    Accepted: 28 November 2024
    Published: 16 December 2024
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    Abstract: The present study investigates cassava starches from different Ethiopian varieties for the development of biodegradable food-packaging films. Cassava is a vital food crop in Ethiopia and is, therefore, regarded as a very friendly and renewable raw material for replacing synthetic plastic packaging due to its high starch content. This research work ... Show More