Due to the manufacturing process, silicon-based solar cells have conquered the marketplace, but their cost is not economic. As a result, thin-film manufacturing was done with low-cost, appealing materials generated using less expensive, scalable, and manufacturable procedures. Th...
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Research Article10.9734/psij/2024/v28i6858
Base metals are often reinforced with fibres to improve their mechanical behaviour; however, it is imperative to decide the range of fibres orientation that would yield favourable strength. In this work, using sand casting method, aluminium is reinforced with galvanized steel fib...
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Research Article10.9734/psij/2024/v28i6856
This study investigates the influence of design parameters on the performance of a terracotta tube-type evaporative cooling system. A mathematical model was developed based on double film theory and energy and mass conservation equations of the humid air and the wet tube wall in...
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Research Article10.9734/psij/2024/v28i6855
Centralized power generation, transmission and distribution system operations in Nigeria can no longer deliver affordable and reliable electricity to remote households, both on and off the national grid. Therefore, a balanced approach, through renewable energy generation is the b...
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Research Article10.9734/psij/2024/v28i5854
This study presents the design and testing of a lab-scale Terracotta Flat Tubular direct evaporative cooler constructed from locally sourced materials. The key components of the system include a galvanized steel box, hollow baked clay tubes with a flat geometry, an axial fan, and...
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Research Article10.9734/psij/2024/v28i5850
Chinaecherem Tochukwu Arum, Simon Bbumba, Moses Kigozi, Ibrahim Karume, Hakimu Nsubuga, Maximillian Kato, Ivan Kiganda, Peter Sekandi, Collins Letibo Yikii & Muhammad Ntale·Physical Science International Journal·2024
Herein we reviewed solid-state batteries (SSBs) as an emerging and promising alternative to conventional lithium-ion batteries, offering enhanced energy density, safety, and longevity. Solid-state batteries (SSBs) use a solid electrolyte instead of the liquid or gel electrolytes...
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Research Article10.9734/psij/2024/v28i5852
Aims: Examination of the correctness of some assumptions of IPCC regarding climate. Discussion of consequences. Methodology: Explanation of terms used by IPCC and clarification of consequences, identification of prerequisites for the validity/applicability of these terms and scr...
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Research Article10.9734/psij/2024/v28i5853
In this work, we examined the effects of albedo and solar flux on climate parameters in Burkina Faso (1984-2022). We found that albedo amplitudes in Dori region are higher than those in Ouagadougou, and those in Ouagadougou are higher than those in Bobo Dioulasso. We also observe...
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Research Article10.9734/psij/2024/v28i5849
In this article, the physical properties of cotton fibers sort of "Surkhon-104" with thermal treatment were studied. The main results of the research are as follows. The electrophysical and photoelectrical properties of cotton fibers doped with KMnO4 were studied. The research wa...
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Research Article10.9734/psij/2024/v28i5848
The phenomena of heat and mass transfer are of considerable interest in the field of energy. We present in this work a numerical study of the heat and mass transfers in laminar forced convection in a vertical channel, whose wet walls interact with the external environment. Based...
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Research Article10.9734/psij/2024/v28i5847
Bernard N. Tokpohozin, Djonoumawou M. G. F. Chidikofan, Fernando Y. J. Kpomahou, Christian D. Akowanou, Mathias A. Houékpohéha, Guy H. Hounguè & et Basile B. Kounouhéwa·Physical Science International Journal·2024
The coastal zone is studied as a morphodynamic system in the present work. A morphodynamic system comprises a geomorphological entity that adjusts its morphology in response to variations in a dynamic component. In recent years, particularly from 2015 to 2016, strong swells have...
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Research Article10.9734/psij/2024/v28i5846
Real-world problems, particularly in the sciences and engineering, are often analyzed using differential equations to understand physical phenomena. Many situations involve rates of change of independent variables, represented by derivatives, which lead to differential equations....
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Research Article10.9734/psij/2024/v28i5845
Luísa Vargas Cassol, Felipe de Bail, Thays Bandeira Rodrigues, Maurício Alves Müller, Rafael Rimoli Santos, Nataly Nogueira Favarin, Laura Pizarro Trojahn Nogueira & Thiago Victorino Claus·Physical Science International Journal·2024
Aims: The objective of this study is to optimize the positioning of the companion during pediatric chest radiographic exams by analyzing the scattered radiation dose measured with an ionization chamber. Place and Duration of Study: The experimental study was conducted between Feb...
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Research Article10.9734/psij/2024/v28i5844
Soro Boubacar, Tchouadep Guy Serge, Sourabie Idrissa, Kpeli Esso-Ehanam Tchedre, Son Souleymane, Zerbo Issa & Zoungrana Martial·Physical Science International Journal·2024
The performance of a photovoltaic solar cell depends on a number of external and internal factors. It then appears imperative that investigations be carried out to identify the factors favourable or unfavourable to the proper operation of the photovoltaic cell. It is in this cont...
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Research Article10.9734/psij/2024/v28i4843
Gamma spectrometry was used to determine the activity concentrations of the natural radionuclides 226Ra, 232Th, and 40K in soil samples from the Tin mining in Kyerwa District, Tanzania. The study findings revealed that the mean activity concentrations of 226Ra, 232Th, and 40K wer...
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Research Article10.9734/psij/2024/v28i4842