With the continuous advancement of sustainable construction materials, fly ash concrete (FAC) has garnered significant attention due to its environmental benefits and mechanical performance. FAC is a novel concrete material in which fly ash, a byproduct of coal combustion in powe...
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Research Article10.9734/jerr/2025/v27i61553
MIP remains indispensable for pore structure analysis due to its precision and broad measurement range. However, its integration with XCT represents a breakthrough, offering a holistic view of cement-based materials' porosity. In the determination of pore characteristics of porou...
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Research Article10.9734/jerr/2025/v27i61551
A kneader for a groundnut oil expeller, based on the screw press principle, was designed, constructed, and evaluated through performance testing. The design of the machine was done using standard engineering equations and the components of the machine include feeding inlet, knead...
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Research Article10.9734/jerr/2025/v27i61550
Ololade Funke Olaitan, Ogheneruemu Nathaniel Akatakpo, Chukwujama Osinachi Victor, Chukwumaeziokwu James Emejulu, Temiloluwa Mercy Ayoola, Damilola Emmanuel Olayiwola & Azeez Abiodun Ajibola·Journal of Engineering Research and Reports·2025
Smart manufacturing, driven by the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), is transforming real-time data sharing, predictive maintenance, and process automation. However, the increasing complexity and connectivity of IIoT environments present significant security and resilience ch...
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Research Article10.9734/jerr/2025/v27i61548
Fly ash is a solid waste from coal-fired power plants, and its massive discharge puts pressure on the ecological environment. Using fly ash in concrete can improve strength and reduce cement usage, but its early strength is relatively low. By grinding to produce ultrafine fly ash...
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Research Article10.9734/jerr/2025/v27i61549
Tipping paper permeability plays a critical role in influencing the delivery and perception of cooling agents in cigarette smoke, which in turn affects product design and sensory quality. In this study, a CHO-TRPM8 cell system expressing the TRPM8 receptor was employed in combina...
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Research Article10.9734/jerr/2025/v27i61546
This study critically evaluates Nigeria's readiness for implementing high-speed rail (HSR) systems, examining operational barriers, strategic opportunities, and potential economic impacts. Given Nigeria’s population size and economic prominence in Africa, inadequate transportatio...
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Research Article10.9734/jerr/2025/v27i61547
Perspective, as a crucial visual tool in architecture, significantly influences spatial representation and the communication of artistic and spatial concepts. This article conducts a comparative analysis of perspective in Iranian architecture vis-à-vis Western approaches, particu...
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Research Article10.9734/jerr/2025/v27i61544
This study proposed and validated a reinforcement learning (RL)-assisted framework to enhance voltage stability in Nigeria’s power grid through dynamic coordination of a Dynamic Voltage Restorer (DVR) and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS). Addressing the Nigerian grid’s vulner...
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Research Article10.9734/jerr/2025/v27i61545
Hossam A. Elshiekh, Sara A. Ghaly, Khaled W. Khalaf, Abdelrahman M. Elsayed, Aya K. Fouda, Kareem E. AboElhassan, Sherif M. Maher, Hend K. Rakha, Sana A. Eissa, Maha S. Bakr, Abdallah E. Younes & Amira. A.Elsonbaty·Journal of Engineering Research and Reports·2025
Introduction: Individuals with visual impairments encounter numerous challenges in their daily lives, as modern assistive devices frequently fail to meet consumer needs regarding affordability and functionality. This paper introduces a novel design for assistive smart glasses aim...
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Research Article10.9734/jerr/2025/v27i61543
In this piece of academic work, an advanced battery-powered brush cutter with an intelligent DC motor control system is designed and optimized to address the limitations of conventional gasoline-powered tools in sustainable land management. The study focuses on the development, t...
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Research Article10.9734/jerr/2025/v27i61542
Magneto-nanofluid flows have gained increasing attention due to their wide range of applications in industrial and engineering systems, such as polymer extrusion, electronic cooling, and catalytic chemical reactors. In particular, understanding the thermal and concentration chara...
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Research Article10.9734/jerr/2025/v27i61539
Foamed concrete is considered a lightweight thermal insulation material due to its air-filled cellular structure, which helps reduce dead loads on structures and save energy. It is produced by introducing a foaming agent that generates air bubbles into the cementitious mortar. Th...
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Research Article10.9734/jerr/2025/v27i61540
Rania H. Elabd, Maged M. Darwish, Hazem H. Alshamekh, Amr S. Moawad, Mohamed M. Younis, Mohamed M. Ismail, Omar W. Abdelbaset, Zeyad A. Mohamed, Mohab M. Younis, Mohamed A. Khalil, Anas R. Alshafay & Marwa E. Mousa·Journal of Engineering Research and Reports·2025
This paper introduces Helmify, an innovative IoT-based smart helmet system meticulously designed to enhance the safety and operational efficiency of delivery drivers, particularly those serving small to medium-sized enterprises. The key methodological approach of Helmify lies in...
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Research Article10.9734/jerr/2025/v27i61541
This study examines the intersection of encryption governance and cross-border collaboration in the energy sector through a multidimensional quantitative approach. Publicly available datasets—including the ITU Global Cybersecurity Index, the World Economic Forum’s Global Risks Re...
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Research Article10.9734/jerr/2025/v27i61538