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Enhancing Clustering Stability and Efficiency: A Framework for Optimizing K-means, K-medoids, and K-shape with Intelligent Algorithms

Ru (Johnny) Zhang · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2024

Clustering methods like Kmeans often produce inconsistent results due to the random initialization of cluster centroids, even with optimizations such as Kmeans++, which improve centroid selection but fail to eliminate sensitivity to initialization randomness. Additionally, the ch...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2024/v26i121351

Assessment of Wind Energy Potential for Small-scale Turbine Deployment at Akwa Ibom State University Community, Ikot Akpaden, Nigeria

Aniekeme H. Etukudo, Imo E. Nkan & Ubong S. Ukommi · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2024

As the need for clean energy is expanding, critical evaluation of renewable energy system has become increasingly important to the energy research community and stakeholders. This study examines the wind resource potential at Akpaden community and its suitable for siting wind tur...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2024/v26i121349

Integration of Renewable Energy for Power Transfer Improvement of the Nigerian 330KV Transmission Network

Nsikak Robson Eyibo, Imo Edwin Nkan & Ekom Enefiok Okpo · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2024

The Nigerian 330 kV transmission network faces challenges related to voltage instability and significant power losses, which impact its power transfer capability. This study, titled "Integration of Renewable Energy for Power Transfer Improvement of the Nigerian 330kV Transmission...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2024/v26i121350

Challenges in Construction Technology Encountered by the Construction Consultancy Company in the Kingdom Bahrain

Jimmy A. Nebrida & Oliver Oliveros · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2024

Technology management is becoming more significant nowadays because of the fast-moving growth of technology in the different fields of specialization. This study focused on the challenges encountered by the construction company as consultant to contractors, challenges during the...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2024/v26i121348

The Influence of the Presence or Absence of Subdivision Plate on the Horizontal Bearing Characteristics of Suction Pile Dam

Shuaiyong Liu · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2024

This study aims to analyze the influence of the subdivision plate on the horizontal bearing characteristics of a suction pile dam using the finite element analysis method, through the method of finite element analysis, under the condition of keeping the relevant parameters of suc...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2024/v26i121346

Flexural Behavior of Recycled Aggregate Concrete Beam with Varying Dosage of Steel Fiber

Md. Rejoan Chowdhury & Dipto Mondal · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2024

Natural resource scarcity and demolition waste suggest that recycled stone aggregates to be used instead of fresh aggregates as an alternatives. Recycled aggregate provides less strength to concrete than natural aggregate. Fiber such as steel fibers can be added to concrete at a...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2024/v26i121347

Determination of Trace Metal Composition in Ambient Air from Open Burning of Solid Waste in Aiyekale, Nigeria

Adewemimo Oluwakunmi Popoola, Lukuman Adekilekun Jimoda, Abass Olanrewaju Alade, Wuraola Abake Raji, Christopher Tunji Oloyede, Joseph Olaoluwa Edun & Kazeem Kolawole Oyerinde · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2024

Open burning of solid municipal waste uncontrolledly presents an environmental menace, which exacerbate air pollution and poses considerable health risks in most developing countries. This study aims at investigating the seasonal deposition fluxes, trace metal concentrations and...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2024/v26i121345

Design and Simulation of a Small-scale Solar-Powered Charging System for Electric Vehicles with MPPT Optimization under Varying Conditions

Nzubechukwu Calistus Ezeagu, Narandra Kumar Ved, Oyim Akachukwu David, Azudiugwu Nnaemeka Joel, Ahmad Muhammad Bello & Eeman Sani Abdu · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2024

The global shift towards Electric Vehicles (EVs) necessitates the development of efficient and sustainable charging infrastructures. This research explores the design and simulation of a small-scale solar-powered charging system for EVs, leveraging the capabilities of MATLAB. The...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2024/v26i121344

A Dijkstra Based Algorithm for Optimal Splitter Location in Passive Optical Local Area Network (POLAN)

Robert Sualla & Chukwunazo J. Ezeofor · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2024

Passive Optical Local Area Networks (POLANs) are integral to modern broadband communication systems, offering high bandwidth and immunity to electromagnetic interference. Designing an efficient POLAN requires careful consideration of splitter placement to minimize network costs....

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2024/v26i121342

Futuristic Policies Reviewing Groundwater Depletion at North- East India: A Conceptual Study

Sarmah Gowal Ranu & Sarma Arnab · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2024

Groundwater a very vital natural resource for human use and for irrigating crops. India is world's largest user of groundwater, but because of diversities in geomorphological and meteorological aspects, both abstraction and depletion of ground water varies state wise. The food ha...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2024/v26i121340

Leveraging Synthetic Data as a Tool to Combat Bias in Artificial Intelligence (AI) Model Training

Jumai Adedoja Fabuyi · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2024

This study investigates the efficacy of synthetic data in mitigating bias in artificial intelligence (AI) model training, focusing on demographic inclusivity and fairness. Using Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), synthetic datasets were generated from the UCI Adult Dataset,...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2024/v26i121337

Parametric Modeling Method for Rapid Bridge Layout Using BIM Technology: A Revit and Excel Integration Approach

Ershi Zhang · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2024

Bridge engineering faces significant challenges and difficulties in applying BIM technology due to its complex structure, changes in component cross-sections, and terrain variations. In building construction projects, elevation and grid are commonly used as the coordinate referen...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2024/v26i121338