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Most Electronic Toll Collection (ETC) systems around the world are implemented by DSRC (Dedicated Short Range Communication) technology. To propose a concept of automatic toll tax payment system and the amount transaction information send to the cell phone of the motorists through the GSM modem technology. It is an innovative technology for expressway network automatic toll collection solution.
The development of textile-based wearable electronics that can be integrated into military protective clothing. A material manufacturing survey was conducted to determine the best performing and most durable materials to withstand the rigors of textile manufacturing and potential military use. Narrow woven technology was selected as one of the most promising textile manufacturing methods.
With the wide area of research in the automobile sector, it has been observed that there are various transmissional losses in the vehicles, which can be reduced. These losses may occur due to breaking or clutch effect in the vehicle. When the breaks & clutch are applied, the engine still continues to work &
This design is made with the intent of improving the safety of pillion riders on two wheelers. In the event of accident (front on collision) or sudden braking at high speed, the pillion rider is the first one to get thrown off due to sufficient/improper holding on the bike's supports and is in the highest danger of fatally wounded.
Analysis of the stability of buildings is a needed measurement process for all buildings in the cities. Periodic monitoring of the structure for such damage is therefore a key step in rationally planning the maintenance needed to guarantee an adequate level of safety and serviceability. However,
E ROLL IRON
INTRODUCTION
It is an electronic roller heat iron that helps speedy & safe ironing of cloth. It saves energy, reduces contact surface between cloth & heat roll thereby cloth quality. As it works an electronic heat system with instant heating & thermo control it consumes less than 500 watts of electricity.
Fainne is an Irish word for ring. This is the ring which has the projector in it. It uses Digital Light Processing (DLP) Projector which contains digital micromirror device. In DLP projectors, the image is created by microscopically small mirrors laid out in a matrix on a semiconductor chip, known as a Digital Micromirror Device (DMD).
With the western states drying out we need a way to quickly stop wild fires. United States Rain Force project proposes to build and deploy at least 100 purpose built planes that will be more that adequate to do the job.
E Anti Sleep Alarm
E Anti Sleep alarm is a electronic device that attaches to normal spectacles and gives an alarm when eyes close for more than 1 second. It works on the principle of reflective light from the Eye and Retina.It will not give false alarm when a person blinks his eyes.
Solar Powered Electric Recumbent Trike
Imagine a ride in which all you want to do is enjoy, relax, detached from all distractions and without any worries regarding refuelling stations, fuel costs and even contribute in protecting the environment. This dream has been made into reality by a group of engineering students from Don Bosco Institute Of Technology, Kurla, Mumbai.
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