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Construction Technology and Quality Control of Reinforced Concrete Beam and Column Joints

Shaojie Wu, Yan Gao & Zilong Tan · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2025

Reinforced concrete beam-column joints are critical components in building structures, and their construction quality directly affects the safety and stability of the entire building. This paper first introduces the construction characteristics and challenges of reinforced concre...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2025/v27i11379

Empirical Relationship between Compressive, Flexural and Splitting Tensile Strengths of Concrete Containing Kuta Gravel as Coarse Aggregate

Jibrin Abubakar, Mohammed Abdullahi, James Isiwu Aguwa, Bala Alhaji Abbas & Daniel Ndakuta Kolo · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2025

Flexural and tensile strengths of concrete are of great importance in structural engineering. Understanding the flexural strength of concrete helps designers prevent and control development of cracks in concrete elements, ensuring durability. In addition to serviceability, shear,...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2025/v27i11380

Analytic Determination of the Roller Length of a Hydraulic Jump in an Open Channel Flow Using a Bouncing Ball

Okechuku Ozueigbo · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2025

A hydraulic jump is a natural occurrence that occurs in spillways, rivers, and other open channel flows when water or other liquid flowing with a high velocity discharges into a region of lower velocity with an attendant abrupt rise in the liquid surface. Such a phenomenon, known...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2025/v27i11373

Optimized ANN-Based Methodology for Fault Detection and Localization in Power Transmission Networks

Adejumo Wahid Tunde, Emmanuel M. Eronu & Babawale B. Folajinmi · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2025

Transmission lines are integral to transporting electrical power from generation sites to consumers. Transmission lines are subject to various faults that disrupt service and threaten system integrity. Fault analysis (identification, classification, and localization) is essential...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2025/v27i11374

Modeling Mechanical Properties of Concrete with Bida Natural Stones as Coarse Aggregate

Bala Alhaji Abbas, Mohammed Bello Mahmud, Amali Umar Ndaiji, Jibrin Abubakar & Olayemi James · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2025

This paper presents the results of statistical models for the mechanical properties of concrete made using Bida natural stones (pebbles) as coarse aggregate. Fresh and hardened concrete properties were analyzed using response surface methodology (RSM). The research employed centr...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2025/v27i11375

The Use of Reinforced Concrete for Durable and Aesthetic Sports and Recreational Sports

Nwanneka Mmonwuba, Emmanuel Ifeanyi Ogunjiofor, Ogudebe Chukwuebuka Samuel, Okafor Odinaka Kindness & Dominic Machi Chiagozie · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2025

This study focuses on the design and construction of durable recreational seating using reinforced concrete, addressing the limitations of traditional materials such as wood and metal, which are prone to environmental degradation and high maintenance costs. Reinforced concrete is...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2025/v27i11376

Enhancement of the Small-Signal Stability of Nigerian 330 kV Transmission Network using Static Synchronous Compensator

Busari Majeed Oyewole, Adepoju Gafari Abiola & Okelola Muniru Olajide · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2025

Aims: To analyze the small-signal stability of the Nigerian 330 kV transmission system and the performance of Static Synchronous Compensator (STATCOM) controller in enhancing the system’s stability upon incorporation Methodology: Newton-Raphson method of solution was adopted for...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2025/v27i11371

GIS-Based Analysis of Crop Yield Trends in Response to Climate Change Using Data-Driven Analysis Systems (DDAS) Techniques

Okechi, K. K., Orakwe, L. C. & Nwachukwu, C. P. · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2025

Climate variability poses significant challenges to crop production, particularly in vulnerable regions like Southeast Nigeria, where changing environmental conditions directly impact agricultural productivity. This study employs GIS-based analysis and Data-Driven Analysis System...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2025/v27i11372

Influence of Sodium Silicate on the Properties of Wood Ash Blended Cement Concrete

Akeem Ayinde Raheem, Samuel Ayooluwa Otolorin & Samad Olaide Adebiyi · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2025

This study explores the impact of sodium silicate on wood ash blended cement concrete, which contributes significantly to CO2 emissions. This research holds great potential for the construction industry by aiding in the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, conserving natural re...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2025/v27i11369

Impact of Fuel Injection Pressure and Timing on the Performance and Emissions of a Low Heat Rejection CI Engine with Fish Oil Methyl Ester, DEE and Butanol Blend

B Raja Narender, S Narasimha Kumar & B Hadya · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2025

This study examines how different fuel injection pressures and timings affect the performance and emissions of a Low Heat Rejection (LHR) engine running on blends of fish oil methyl ester, diethyl ether, and butanol. Results indicate that optimizing the injection pressure up to 2...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2025/v27i11368