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PUNE RESEARCH DISCOVERY 

AN INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ADVANCED STUDIES

( ISSN  2455 - 9202 ONLINE ) (JIF 3.96) 

 (VOL 11, ISSUE 01)   (FEB - APR 2026) 

DAYANAND BASVANAPPA PATNE & DHANANJAY TAKALIKAR

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While traditionally considered spatial, the plastic arts possess a profound and complex relationship with time. This paper investigates "Plastic Time," a concept wherein visual art transcends the "frozen moment" to incorporate duration, memory, and decay. Through analysis of artistic practices from traditional portraiture to modern kinetic sculpture and environmental art this paper demonstrates that time is not merely an external factor but an active, integral component of visual, plastic expression. 

Key Words: Plastic Time, frozen moment, plastic expression

RATHOD DEEPAK LIMBAJI

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Rising global temperatures and increasing energy demand for cooling systems have created a need for sustainable and affordable housing solutions. This study proposes a naturally air-conditioned housing system using lightweight M25 concrete, bamboo reinforcement, fiber-based epoxy resin bars, and fabrication materials. The design integrates passive cooling techniques such as natural ventilation, thermal insulation, and heat-resistant materials. Experimental observations indicate that lightweight and bamboo-based materials significantly improve thermal comfort by reducing indoor temperature and structural load. The proposed system is cost-effective, eco-friendly, and suitable for rural and low-income populations.

Keywords Lightweight concrete, Passive cooling, Bamboo reinforcement, Thermal comfort, Sustainable housing, M25 concrete, Fabrication Material.