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Strengthening Cybersecurity and Data Governance in Nigeria’s Aviation Industry: Implications for Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence AI, and Big Data Systems

Okeke Chuba Henry & Okoro Prosper Onyekachi · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2026

Nigeria’s aviation industry is increasingly adopting digital systems, including blockchain, artificial intelligence and big data analytics, for passenger processing, cargo tracking, predictive maintenance, operational monitoring and regulatory oversight. These technologies may im...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2026/v28i71949

Deep Learning Architectural Enhancements for Robust Facial Recognition in Occluded Scenarios

Afolabi Awodeyi, Omolegho A. Ibok, Omafovbe Imonikosaye & Abosede E. Adeoye · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2026

Background: Facial recognition systems often experience reduced performance when key facial regions are obscured by masks, sunglasses, scarves or hand overlays. Aims: The study aims to investigate architectural enhancements to standard Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) models, n...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2026/v28i71950

Nano-silica-Modified Hydraulic Concrete: Mechanisms, Engineering Performance, Durability, and Challenges for Sustainable Water Infrastructure

Yibo Yin · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2026

Hydraulic concrete structures—including gravity dams, arch dams, sluice gates, navigation locks, hydropower tunnels, and coastal sea walls—operate under sustained hydrostatic pressure, hydraulic abrasion, and chemically aggressive environments that impose demanding requirements f...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2026/v28i71948

Entropy Generation and Bejan Number Analysis in Micropolar Fluid Flow with Variable Thermal Conductivity

Ephesus O. Fatunmbi, S. A. Odunlami, O. A. Olaiju, O. P. Durojaye & S. A. Adegbenro · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2026

This study examines entropy generation and Bejan number behaviour in steady, two-dimensional, incompressible micropolar fluid flow over a linearly stretching sheet with variable thermal conductivity. The flow is considered in the presence of a transverse magnetic field and a homo...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2026/v28i71946

Screening-Level Deterministic Estimates of Fault-Controlled Reservoir Prospects in the Mag Field, Niger Delta Basin

Bello Akpoku Macquen & Francis Omonefe · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2026

This study presents an integrated seismic interpretation and deterministic volumetric screening of fault-controlled reservoir prospects in the MAG Field, shallow offshore western Niger Delta Basin, Nigeria. The study reassessed the field’s structural framework, calibrated reservo...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2026/v28i71947

Real-Time Decision Intelligence in Healthcare Project Delivery Using Adaptive Data Environments

Kelvin E. Rabbles & Oladapo Aiyenitaju · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2026

Introduction: Healthcare project delivery increasingly relies on data-intensive systems to manage complex infrastructure, multidisciplinary stakeholders and rapidly evolving clinical requirements. Traditional project reporting approaches are often unable to provide the timely ins...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2026/v28i71944

Ethical and Secure Deployment of Generative AI: Balancing Innovation, Data Privacy, and Enterprise Risk Governance

Cornelia Ifeoma Ejoh, Christopher Ugbong Akeke, Oluseun Babatunde Oladoyinbo, Onyii Henry & Utin Nyimeobong Archibong · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2026

This study examines the ethical and secure deployment of generative artificial intelligence in enterprise environments, with emphasis on innovation, data privacy, and risk governance. It addresses the gap between the rapid organisational adoption of generative AI systems and the...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2026/v28i71943

An Internal Architecture-Based Strategy to Mitigate Delamination and Improve Flexural Capacity of Composite Beam Structures

Cihan Ciftci · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2026

Delamination is an important failure mechanism that can limit the flexural response of laminated composite beam structures, particularly when increased section depth raises the demand on interlaminar load transfer. This study investigated an internal architecture-based strategy f...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2026/v28i71941

Functional Quality Evaluation of an Integrated Hospital Information System: A Case Study of a Private Clinic

Djiba Kourouma, Lancinet Saran Damang & Mamadou Aliou Diallo · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2026

This study evaluates the functional quality of an integrated hospital information system developed and deployed in a private clinic. The evaluation was based on a multidimensional approach combining functional validation, user satisfaction assessment and operational impact analys...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2026/v28i71942

Assessment of Heavy Metal Contamination in Groundwater around Waste Dumpsites: A Case Study of Oyo State Waste to Energy Plant - Ajakanga, Oluyole Local Government, Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria

Abidat Olayemi Fasasi-Aleshinloye, Praise Adenike Alli, Abiodun Sulaiman Raji, Precious Adesope Olaomotito, Oluwatunmise Peter Abolarin, Victor Ojo Thomas & Itunu Deborah Odunewu · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2026

This study assessed selected heavy metal concentrations and pollution status in leachate and groundwater around the Oyo State Waste-to-Energy Plant, Ajakanga, Oluyole Local Government Area, Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria. Eight sampling points were investigated, comprising three shal...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2026/v28i61939

AI in Agriculture: Predictive Irrigation, Crop Yield Monitoring, Smart Fertilization and Agricultural Supply Chain

José Antonio Valles Romero, Gerardo Manuel Alonzo Medina & Emilio Raymundo Morales Maldonado · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2026

Background and Aims: This article introduces an AI-driven Smart Agriculture framework that integrates artificial intelligence, IoT, GIS, remote sensing, predictive analytics and autonomous environmental monitoring systems to support irrigation management, crop productivity monito...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2026/v28i61937

Resilient and Observable AI Infrastructure Design for Fault Tolerance, Reliability, and Large-Scale System Stability

Rifad Faisal Ahmed Saleh Al Kumaim · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2026

Background: AI-driven distributed systems have significantly enhanced scalability, automation, and fault prediction capabilities. However, their increasing complexity has introduced challenges related to resilience, observability, reliability, and transparency. As critical infras...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2026/v28i61933