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Estimation Of Hybrid Power Source Operation Efficiency Based On Generalized Indicators, Sh.N. Nematov, U.T. Mukhamedkhanov, N.N. Sadullaev Nov 2020

Estimation Of Hybrid Power Source Operation Efficiency Based On Generalized Indicators, Sh.N. Nematov, U.T. Mukhamedkhanov, N.N. Sadullaev

Chemical Technology, Control and Management

The article substantiates the need to develop generalized indicators to assess the effectiveness of complex systems as "smart" networks. For a comprehensive and objective assessment of the microgrid operation efficiency, studies conducted world-wide aimed at creation of a single efficiency indicator by generalizing indicators of energy efficiency are analyzed. The priority area of research is development of a generalized indicator of the relative normalization of performance indicators and determination of a rational order of ranking these indicators in order of importance. For selection and ranking of indicators, we use the method of “expert assessments”. When choosing indicators, the "minimum of …


Discrete Current Measuring Transformers, Sultan Fayzullaevich Amirov, Nargisa Kamilovna Babanazarova Nov 2020

Discrete Current Measuring Transformers, Sultan Fayzullaevich Amirov, Nargisa Kamilovna Babanazarova

Chemical Technology, Control and Management

Article studies control and measuring systems in which high-voltage current measuring transformers are used, which are analogue measuring converters with a number of drawbacks. In this regard, it is proposed to use discrete current transformers, the use of which leads to simplification and cheapening of structures, are reliable carriers of measuring information, as well as discrete signals from discrete current transformers can be transmitted through connecting wires of smaller cross-section.


Organization Of Resources Of Distributed Computing Systems For Simulation And Research Of Complex Objects, T.F. Bekmuratov, R.K. Bazarov Nov 2020

Organization Of Resources Of Distributed Computing Systems For Simulation And Research Of Complex Objects, T.F. Bekmuratov, R.K. Bazarov

Chemical Technology, Control and Management

Computing systems designed to study complex objects have evolved from single-processor computers to fog infrastructures. The article describes the composition, hardware and software features of modern distributed grid-, cloud- and fog computing systems. It is shown how these features affect the study time of complex objects. This time is a measure of computing system effectiveness. Unfortunately, there is still no assessment of modern computing system architectures in terms of that measure. The article fills this deficiency. Computing systems should have the properties of complex objects under study - the main conclusion of the publication.


Analysis Of The Special Features Of The Process Of Kaolin's Enrichment With The Purpose Of Modeling, Guljamila Rasbergenovna Kaipbergenova, Aydos Turdimuratovich Atamuratov, Aral Bisenbaevich Allanazarov Nov 2020

Analysis Of The Special Features Of The Process Of Kaolin's Enrichment With The Purpose Of Modeling, Guljamila Rasbergenovna Kaipbergenova, Aydos Turdimuratovich Atamuratov, Aral Bisenbaevich Allanazarov

Chemical Technology, Control and Management

In this work there is studied the increase in the demand of the national economy of the Republic of Uzbekistan for high-quality kaolin for various purposes requires finding new, non-traditional ways of enriching it. The aim of the work is to collect and process existing mathematical models of the kaolin enrichment process, taking into account the features of the modeling object. At the same time, it is necessary to refine the details of the technological regulations, normative and technical documentation, and develop adequate mathematical models of technological processes.


Automated Monitoring And Control System For Cotton Saw Gin, N.Z. Kamalov, Sh.Z. Kamalov Nov 2020

Automated Monitoring And Control System For Cotton Saw Gin, N.Z. Kamalov, Sh.Z. Kamalov

Chemical Technology, Control and Management

The problems of automation of the technological process of saw gin of cotton are considered. The task and technical requirements to the control and management system for the saw gin of cotton are formulated. Based on the technical requirements, an algorithm is developed for the functioning of the control and management system. Using microprocessor technology, an automated monitoring and control system has been developed for the saw gin unit of cotton. The developed automated control and management system was tested in the production conditions of the ginnery and implemented.


Diagnosis Of Process Equipment In The Processing Of Cable Waste, Based On Artificial Neural Networks, O.Kh. Ishnazarov, V.V. Tsypkina, V.P. Ivanova Nov 2020

Diagnosis Of Process Equipment In The Processing Of Cable Waste, Based On Artificial Neural Networks, O.Kh. Ishnazarov, V.V. Tsypkina, V.P. Ivanova

Chemical Technology, Control and Management

The article discusses the increasing efficiency of the technological equipment for the processing of cable waste. It is proposed to solve the problem by using modern expert systems, such as artificial neural networks (ANN), which will allow diagnosing the working system of the equipment, making technical and technological assessment of its condition effectively, taking into account noisiness of input data. The solution to the technological problem is based on the use of artificial intelligence methods, based on artificial neural networks, which allow achieving new functionality of the cable waste processing line and improving the quality of technical diagnostics.


An Intellectual Method To Optimally Control The Process Of Microwave Drying Of Thermolabile Products, A. Artikov, Z. Masharipova, F. Rakhmatov Nov 2020

An Intellectual Method To Optimally Control The Process Of Microwave Drying Of Thermolabile Products, A. Artikov, Z. Masharipova, F. Rakhmatov

Chemical Technology, Control and Management

The article enlightens the issue of an intellectual method for optimal control of high-quality drying of thermolabile products in a microwave installation. Mathematical and computer models were compiled by multi-stage system thinking and analysis, and their adequacy was established with a probability of 0.95. The optimal control mode allows you to maintain the temperature of the material in the specified limit and produce a high-quality dried product. A system of microprocessor-based discrete automatic control of a microwave dryer is proposed to enable the heater to be switched on at various specified ranges with a decreasing frequency of material temperature changes, …


Basic Characteristics Of Thermal Converters For Controlling Of Humidity Of Liquid Materials, N.I. Avezova, P.R. Ismatullaev, P.M. Matyakubova Nov 2020

Basic Characteristics Of Thermal Converters For Controlling Of Humidity Of Liquid Materials, N.I. Avezova, P.R. Ismatullaev, P.M. Matyakubova

Chemical Technology, Control and Management

In the article, the static characteristics of thermal converters of liquid materials are investigated for three possible operating modes: - at a constant heating power; - at constant temperature difference; - with discrete switching on and off of the heating element. It is shown: that a simpler and more reliable mode of operation: at a more linear static characteristic occurs at mode.It is shown that the reliability of thermal converters of moisture content in liquid materials in tracking gradual failures, taking into account destabilizing factors, when the error of the converters is not more than.


Optimization Of The Sizes Of The Cylindrical Measuring Transducer, E. Uljayev, U.M. Ubaydullayev, Sh.N. Narzullayev, L.N. Nasimxonov Nov 2020

Optimization Of The Sizes Of The Cylindrical Measuring Transducer, E. Uljayev, U.M. Ubaydullayev, Sh.N. Narzullayev, L.N. Nasimxonov

Chemical Technology, Control and Management

In this paper, questions of determination of the sizes of electrodes of capacity measuring transducers depending on tolerated relative error of measurement are considered. Dependences of ways of laying of grain materials on their electrical conductance are analyzed. It is established that the problem of optimization can be solved by the determined and statistical methods. At the determined method, it is accepted that all particles of the contacting layer with an electrode of bulk materials are located in order. At the statistical technique, the arrangement of particles is accidental, submitting to any distribution law, for example, normal. The example of …


Adaptive Pole Placement Algorithms For Of Non-Minimum-Phase Stochastic Systems, J.U. Sevinov, O.H. Boeva Nov 2020

Adaptive Pole Placement Algorithms For Of Non-Minimum-Phase Stochastic Systems, J.U. Sevinov, O.H. Boeva

Chemical Technology, Control and Management

Adaptive pole placement algorithms for non-minimal phase stochastic systems are presented. The characterization of the structure and the set of models of linear dynamic control objects are carried out. As an example, the algorithm of the extended self-tuning controller is considered. To find the estimate of the controller parameters, the recursive least squares method is used. An explicit algorithm is proposed that makes it possible to exclude the operation of matrix inversion, which requires significant computational costs. Pole placement algorithms are given in the presence of white noise at the output. These algorithms belong to the class of stochastic approximation …


Control Of The Degree Of Intensification And Convective Heat Exchange With Flow Of Liquids In Pipes With Turbulators, B.B. Babatullaev, E.T. Mavlonov, U.V. Mannanov, Kh.S. Nurmukhamedov, U.H. Sagdullaev Nov 2020

Control Of The Degree Of Intensification And Convective Heat Exchange With Flow Of Liquids In Pipes With Turbulators, B.B. Babatullaev, E.T. Mavlonov, U.V. Mannanov, Kh.S. Nurmukhamedov, U.H. Sagdullaev

Chemical Technology, Control and Management

The article discusses the problem of controlling the degree of intensification of the absorption process of NH 3 purified brine and CO 2 ammoniated brine in the technology of soda ash production. It is known that the aforementioned gases upon contact with brine the reaction proceeds with liberation of a considerable quantitative via heat. Increasing temperatures s lead to reduced NIJ output and finished products. Timely control of the withdrawal requires maintaining the degree of intensification of the heat exchange process at a certain level while maintaining the ratio of the absorption and cooling zones of the absorption tower. To …


Mathematical Modeling Of A Ball Mill In Gmz-2 Ngmk Based On The Diffusion Model, Y.B. Kadirov, S.B. Boybutayev, A.R. Samadov Nov 2020

Mathematical Modeling Of A Ball Mill In Gmz-2 Ngmk Based On The Diffusion Model, Y.B. Kadirov, S.B. Boybutayev, A.R. Samadov

Chemical Technology, Control and Management

In the mining and metallurgical industry, in addition to raw materials, the quantitative volume of technological operations has a significant impact on the cost of the extracted metal. As practice shows, the most energy-intensive process is crushing of rocks, which accounts for 30-50% of all production costs. In this connection, the management of this process is one of the main technical and economic factors in the chain of rock dressing. In this paper, the mathematical function of the ball mill MSHTs 75x55 is derived, on the basis of which a computer model is built in the SIMULINK subsystem of the …


Decision-Making Under Conditions Of Definition And Risk Based On Strict Methods, O.V. Porubay Nov 2020

Decision-Making Under Conditions Of Definition And Risk Based On Strict Methods, O.V. Porubay

Chemical Technology, Control and Management

In this paper, the problems of decision-making in conditions of certainty and risk based on strict methods are considered. The classification of methods of decision theory is presented, taking into account the uncertainty and related subjectivity in evaluating decision options. Strict methods are considered, which include methods of mathematical optimization, or mathematical programming, designed to solve single- or multi-criteria problems of finding the optimal solution. Thus, based on computational experiments, we can conclude that strict methods are usually used in decision-making under conditions of certainty and possibly risk, heuristic methods in conditions of risk and uncertainty, and also if strict …


Non-Dependent Cubic Spline Function And Its Use In Digital Processing Of Signs, H.N. Zaynidinov, S.A. Bakhromov, B.R. Azimov, N.H. Sadritdinov Nov 2020

Non-Dependent Cubic Spline Function And Its Use In Digital Processing Of Signs, H.N. Zaynidinov, S.A. Bakhromov, B.R. Azimov, N.H. Sadritdinov

Chemical Technology, Control and Management

This paper proposes a method of constructing cubic spline functions of a local character with equal distances between nodes. Previous studies have shown precise models for the digital processing of signals using interpolated cubic splines, with accurate examples showing the high degree of accuracy of the approximation of interpolated functions. In this study, the size of the calculations required to find the parameters to be determined during the construction of the spline function does not depend on the number of node points. Local-based splines are used to build such spline functions. Digital processing of the gastroenterological signal was performed on …


Optimization Of Identification Under The Conditions Of Low Reliability Of Information And Parametric Uncertainty Of Non-Stationary Objects, Isroil Ibragimovich Jumanov, Sunatillo Maxmudovich Kholmonov Nov 2020

Optimization Of Identification Under The Conditions Of Low Reliability Of Information And Parametric Uncertainty Of Non-Stationary Objects, Isroil Ibragimovich Jumanov, Sunatillo Maxmudovich Kholmonov

Chemical Technology, Control and Management

Constructive approaches, principles, and methods of optimization of identification in conditions of a priori insufficiency, parametric uncertainty, nonstationarity, low accuracy of data processing have been developed based on the use of natural information redundancy of random time series (RTS) and nonstationary objects in control systems of industrial and technological complexes. A technique has been developed for the accelerated computation of statistical parameters with insufficient statistics. The mechanisms of threshold control of values of elements of RTS, control of increments of the sequence of elements of RTS, inaccuracies of predictions for various models of identification of RTS are proposed. Received general …


Oxergy Analysis Of The Installation Of Primary Oil Refining, Shuxrat Manapovich Gulyamov, Nasiba Jumabaevna Khojieva, Sitora Isakova Nov 2020

Oxergy Analysis Of The Installation Of Primary Oil Refining, Shuxrat Manapovich Gulyamov, Nasiba Jumabaevna Khojieva, Sitora Isakova

Chemical Technology, Control and Management

The questions of thermodynamic exergy analysis of complex chemical and technological systems based on the study of the conversion of exergy in technological apparatuses and installations for the rational use of exergy circulating in the CTS are set forth . A functional approach to the selection of environmental parameters has been substantiated , which allows, indirectly, in the absence of data on the exact chemical composition of the process stream, to reliably determine the second component of exergy. An exergy analysis of the existing ELOU-AVT unit at an existing oil refinery was carried out with an increase in its productivity …


Approaches To Solving Problems Of Optimization Of Solving Monitoring Problems Based On Natural Computing Algorithms, D.T. Muhamediyeva Nov 2020

Approaches To Solving Problems Of Optimization Of Solving Monitoring Problems Based On Natural Computing Algorithms, D.T. Muhamediyeva

Chemical Technology, Control and Management

To find approximate optimization solutions, many algorithms are used, seven of which are considered in this work: fuzzy sets, artificial neural networks, genetic algorithm, ant algorithm, particle swarm algorithm, DNA computation, and a new approach based on artificial immune systems (IIS). All these methods belong to the direction of "natural computing", ie. model certain biological processes, the algorithms of which nature has created for millions of years. It should be noted that the efficiency of one or another algorithm depends on the characteristics of the initial data of the problem, so it is impossible to unambiguously determine which of the …


System Of Analytical Control And Control Of Technological Parameters Of Cotton-Cleaning Production, I.Kh. Siddikov, D.A. Khalmatov, U.O. Khuzhanazarov, G.R. Alimova Nov 2020

System Of Analytical Control And Control Of Technological Parameters Of Cotton-Cleaning Production, I.Kh. Siddikov, D.A. Khalmatov, U.O. Khuzhanazarov, G.R. Alimova

Chemical Technology, Control and Management

A system analysis of the system of analytical control and management of technological parameters of cotton-cleaning production was performed. At the same time, the control system is studied as an adaptive control object that quickly changes its parameters depending on the actual state of the controlled technological parameters. A method for determining the frequency of removal of technological parameters based on the methods of mathematical statistics and based on the analysis of experimental data of a particular process is proposed. The functional dependence of the original variables from the information obtained from the system sensors. The source data is formalized …


Modelling And Determination Of Rational Parameters Of Blast Wells During Preliminary Crevice Formation In Careers, Sherzod Sharipovich Zairov, Sherali Raufovich Urinov, Rustam Uralovich Nomdorov Nov 2020

Modelling And Determination Of Rational Parameters Of Blast Wells During Preliminary Crevice Formation In Careers, Sherzod Sharipovich Zairov, Sherali Raufovich Urinov, Rustam Uralovich Nomdorov

Chemical Technology, Control and Management

Recommended solutions to reduce the width of the zone of residual deformation, set the parameters and delineation of charges for shielding the slit with enhanced protective capacity and selected parameters of blasting in the marginal zone, ensuring the creation of the shielding slit with high protective ability. The dependence of changes in the diameter of a contour well, the linear mass of the contour charge and the distance between contour wells on the physical and mechanical properties of rocks and energy indicators of industrial explosives is established.


Fuzzy Information And Expert Systems For Analysis Of Failure Of Automatic And Telemechanic Systems On Railway Transport, Timur Tashmetov, Kamoliddin Tashmetov, Ravshan Aliev, Muhamadaziz Rasulmuhamedov Nov 2020

Fuzzy Information And Expert Systems For Analysis Of Failure Of Automatic And Telemechanic Systems On Railway Transport, Timur Tashmetov, Kamoliddin Tashmetov, Ravshan Aliev, Muhamadaziz Rasulmuhamedov

Chemical Technology, Control and Management

This article provides the principles and methods of designing an expert system to obtain information on to eliminate malfunctions automatic and telemechanic system in railway transport. An expert system is presented that performs a modeling action on restore problem situations and correct various types of errors, failures of various systems, and determine the elimination of malfunction of automatic and telemechanic systems of railway transport


Functional Structure Of The Advising Expert System "Defect-Cause-Action", Marat Rakhmatullaev Nov 2020

Functional Structure Of The Advising Expert System "Defect-Cause-Action", Marat Rakhmatullaev

Chemical Technology, Control and Management

To solve some technological tasks, developers face a number of problems of formalization, modeling and management of production processes. Especially often difficulties arise when solving problems of detecting and eliminating defects. This is due to the fact that the same defects can appear for different reasons or for a set of reasons; one reason can lead to defects of different types; different values of the cause indicators can cause different defects; the complex of various causes that caused the appearance of certain defects can be eliminated by many combinations of actions taken in this case; the reasons for the appearance …


Information-Algorithmic System Of Technological Monitoring By The Parameters Of Continuous Productions, S.T. Yunusova, M.O. Atajonov Nov 2020

Information-Algorithmic System Of Technological Monitoring By The Parameters Of Continuous Productions, S.T. Yunusova, M.O. Atajonov

Chemical Technology, Control and Management

Modern industrial enterprises are characterized by large volumes, complexity and interconnectedness of streams of operational and static information about the technological process. The process of its accumulation and processing is one of the most important in accounting, control of functioning and production management, which leads to the creation of an integrated information database to automate the solution of management problems. To solve this problem, it is proposed to create an information-algorithmic system for technological monitoring of production processes. In the conditions of complexity, dynamism and indistinctness of the characteristics of production processes in industrial enterprises, the development and accumulation of …


Research Of The Characteristics Of The Information Stream Transmission Channel Based On A Hybrid Neural Network, Z.Z. Nigmatov, Sh.S. Karimov Nov 2020

Research Of The Characteristics Of The Information Stream Transmission Channel Based On A Hybrid Neural Network, Z.Z. Nigmatov, Sh.S. Karimov

Chemical Technology, Control and Management

The article describes a hybrid algorithm for tuning parameters of a neural network based on sigma-pi neurons. The process of controlling an algorithm based on a hybrid neural network is considered. The use of an integrated training approach for neural networks built on the basis of sigma-pi neurons makes it possible to train them in the time required to configure the neural network to solve an applied problem. The possibility of using a sigma-pi network to estimate the parameters of the information transmission channel based on the analysis of the spectrum of the reflected sounding signal is considered. To form …


Improvement Of Electromagnetic Flow Meters For Aggressive Liquids, A.O. Ataullaev, N.O. Ataullaev Nov 2020

Improvement Of Electromagnetic Flow Meters For Aggressive Liquids, A.O. Ataullaev, N.O. Ataullaev

Chemical Technology, Control and Management

The model developed electromagnetic flow sensors with ring channels and alternating magnetic poles alternately in a three-dimensional approximation and the results of a study of their static characteristics. It was shown that due to the formation in the pipeline system with alternating magnetic poles is substantially increased channel length of the active zone of the sensor, thereby improving sensitivity of measurement. Found that the positive effect, i.e. fuller use of the cross-sectional area of the pipeline in the area of the electrodes is especially pronounced in the flow sensor with a diameter of 150 mm pipeline. It was found that …


Application Of The Device For Measuring The Composition Of Binary Gas Systems, Barat Ahmedov, Rustam Amiljonovich Ibragimov Nov 2020

Application Of The Device For Measuring The Composition Of Binary Gas Systems, Barat Ahmedov, Rustam Amiljonovich Ibragimov

Chemical Technology, Control and Management

The methodology and results of measuring the density of natural gas using precision measurement of the composition of binary systems have been defaced. The application of the device for measuring the composition of binary gas systems is presented. Selected for the analysis methodology is weighing the cells and vessels after they have accumulated a sufficient amount of each component. The design of the sorption cell is substantiated under the conditions of ensuring the maximum value of the relative useful mass. For measuring the density of natural gas is determined by the needs of the development of measuring technology, the problems …


Imitation Modeling The Discrete Communication Chanel In Matlab Stateflow On Basis Of Petrovich Model, Sh.Y. Djabborov, Sh.K. Ismailov, I.I. Omonov Nov 2020

Imitation Modeling The Discrete Communication Chanel In Matlab Stateflow On Basis Of Petrovich Model, Sh.Y. Djabborov, Sh.K. Ismailov, I.I. Omonov

Chemical Technology, Control and Management

The article defines the study of a discrete communication channel based on the Petrovich model, amending the faults and its simulation model using MATLAB software. In addition, to reduce the probability of multiple errors in data transmission, coding the discrete channel up to a fault tolerance level, to investigate the distribution of error-free transmission intervals in the discrete channel based on the Petrovich model, to construct the Petrovich model for the discrete channel, The State-flow diagram of Petrovich model is presented for the under research discrete channel. The processes meant by the article save real-time mode of technical engineers in …


Risk Of Injury Analysis In Depth Jump And Squat Jump, Curtis L. Tomasevicz, Jeffrey C. Woldstad, [email protected] Nov 2020

Risk Of Injury Analysis In Depth Jump And Squat Jump, Curtis L. Tomasevicz, Jeffrey C. Woldstad, [email protected]

Department of Agricultural and Biological Systems Engineering: Faculty Publications

Introduction: The depth jump (DJ) and squat jump (SJ) are accepted ways to assess and train power producing ability but are not without risk of injury. Methods: Sixteen male participants (age = 21.7 ± 1.54 yrs., height = 177.7 ± 11.4 cm, mass = 77.7 ± 13.6 kg) were evaluated for power exertion capabilities while being assessed for risk of injury in the knee and low back through a range of resistances based on a percentage of participants’ heights in the DJ (0% through 50%) and bodyweights for the SJ (0% through 100%). Two variables were used to assess the …


Version 2 Ozone Monitoring Instrument So2 Product (Omso2 V2): New Anthropogenic So2 Vertical Column Density Dataset, Can Li, Nickolay A. Krotkov, Peter J.T. Leonard, Simon Carn, Joanna Joiner, Robert J.D. Spurr, Alexander Vasilkov Nov 2020

Version 2 Ozone Monitoring Instrument So2 Product (Omso2 V2): New Anthropogenic So2 Vertical Column Density Dataset, Can Li, Nickolay A. Krotkov, Peter J.T. Leonard, Simon Carn, Joanna Joiner, Robert J.D. Spurr, Alexander Vasilkov

Michigan Tech Publications, Part 1

The Ozone Monitoring Instrument (OMI) has been providing global observations of SO2 pollution since 2004. Here we introduce the new anthropogenic SO2 vertical column density (VCD) dataset in the version 2 OMI SO2 product (OMSO2 V2). As with the previous version (OMSO2 V1.3), the new dataset is generated with an algorithm based on principal component analysis of OMI radiances but features several updates. The most important among those is the use of expanded lookup tables and model a priori profiles to estimate SO2 Jacobians for individual OMI pixels, in order to better characterize pixel-to-pixel variations in SO2 sensitivity including over …


Usage And Awareness Of Cloud Computing Applications By Library Professionals Of Sindh Province, Liaquat Ali Rahoo Nov 2020

Usage And Awareness Of Cloud Computing Applications By Library Professionals Of Sindh Province, Liaquat Ali Rahoo

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The aim of the study is examine the usage and awareness level of cloud computing applications by library professionals of Sindh province. Methods- This study was quantitative survey based. The population of the study was library professionals who are working in different types of libraries likewise academic, special and community libraries of Sindh province. Sampling technique was random simple sample size was 165 library professionals (library assistant, assistant librarian, deputy librarian, librarian. Questionnaire was prepared in google form and distributed by email to selected respondents. Results- The result declared that knowledge and awareness of library professionals regarding cloud …


Influence Of Fiberboard Container Design On Compression Bulge Displacement, Koushik Saha, Shane Messner, John Dizon, Nirav Chhajed, Jay Singh Nov 2020

Influence Of Fiberboard Container Design On Compression Bulge Displacement, Koushik Saha, Shane Messner, John Dizon, Nirav Chhajed, Jay Singh

Journal of Applied Packaging Research

Bulge effect is the out-of-plane displacement of a panel of a corrugated fiberboard box from its original position. This bulge effect often is the result of excessive weight being placed on a box that rests at the bottom of a palletized load. Panels that are out-of-plane reduce the stacking strength of the box and can result in damage to products inside the containers. This study was designed to find the influence of fiberboard container design on its bulging performance when under compression. The objective of the study was to determine if change in height of a regular slotted container will …