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Long-term Load Forecasting for Optimal Power System Planning and Decision-Making

Hachimenum N. Amadi, Oke. I. Awochi & Abam. S. Innocent · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2024

Forecasting the future load growth of an area based on its load demand is often a proactive measure to ensure a steady electricity power supply to that area. The study focused on long-term load forecasting for power system planning, specifically examining the electric load demand...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2024/v26i41108

Design, Simulation, Building, and Testing of a Microcontroller-Based Automatic Drowsiness Detection, Vehicle Braking, and Alert System

Bezon Dey Tushar, Tarifuzzaman Riyad, Quazi Reshoan Yazdi, Jariatun Islam & Muhibul Haque Bhuyan · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2024

Aims: The premier practical aspect of this research drive is to propose, build, simulate, and evaluate an Arduino-built automatic vehicle driver drowsiness detection and alert system. Study Design: The pivotal role of a reliable braking system in vehicular safety cannot be overst...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2024/v26i31106

Enhancing Industrial Control System Security: An Isolation Forest-based Anomaly Detection Model for Mitigating Cyber Threats

Md. Saif Mahmud, Md. Ashikul Islam, Md. Maruf Rahman, Debashon Chakraborty, Shaharier Kabir, Abu Shufian & Protik Parvez Sheikh · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2024

In the evolving landscape of industrial control systems (ICS), the sophistication of cyber threats has necessitated the development of advanced anomaly detection mechanisms to safeguard critical infrastructure. This study introduces a novel anomaly detection model based on the Is...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2024/v26i31102

The Application of Water Alternating Gas Injection to Maximize Oil Recovery in the Niger Delta

Okon, Edet Ita, Chinedu Ikenna Ndubuka, Aniefiok Livinus, Asuquo Ini-Obong, Mfonobong Umana & Ubong Thompson Idiok · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2024

One of the most significant challenges for extending production life in mature waterflood fields is high water cut. Couple with high reservoir heterogeneity, extensive layering and faulting, these fields often developed irregular flood patterns after decades of production which c...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2024/v26i31103

The Application of Mathematical Modelling to Optimize Steel Reinforcement Shipping Cost for Construction Projects by Julius Berger

K. M. Oba · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2024

The problem of transporting steel reinforcement for construction purposes has always been eminent in construction projects. In this study, the transportation model was applied while shipping steel reinforcement from three supply locations to three construction sites owned by Juli...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2024/v26i31104

An Automatic Sliding Door: Leveraging Locally Sourced Materials for Innovation

Solomon C. Nwafor, Chidozie C. Nwobi-Okoye, Benjamin E. Okafor, Kenneth K. Nwankwo & Chinenye Onwuchekwa · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2024

A door is an essential component of a building. It provides security and access to the different parts of a building. In the modern era, when people want everyday life to be completely automated so that work can be done easily in a short amount of time without wasting energy, aut...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2024/v26i31105

Preparation and Characterization of Activated Carbon from Melon Seed Husk

Precious Elijah, Ejikeme Ugwoha & Victor Amah · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2024

Activated carbon, known for its remarkable adsorption properties, is widely used in various applications, including wastewater treatment, air purification, gas and vapour purification. This study explored the production and physicochemical characterization of activated carbon der...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2024/v26i31100

Predictive Behaviour from Finite Element Analysis on PVC-Ducted Reinforced Concrete Column

Felix Kwarteng, Charles K. Kankam, Jack O. Banahene, George Oti Boateng & Edward Ceasar Mansal · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2024

This research investigated the behaviour of square reinforced concrete columns with embedded PVC pipes, aiming to comprehensively analyze their performance. The study addressed the lack of significant research on the contributions and effects of embedded PVC pipes on structural p...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2024/v26i31101

Influence of a Dual Axis IoT- Based Off-Grid Solar Tracking System and Wheatstone Bridge on Efficient Energy Harvesting and Management

Shamim Forhad, Md Shahadat Hossen, Shibly Noman, Iffat Ara Diba, Fuad Mahmud, Md. Oli Ullah, Suraiya Hossain & Md. Riazat Kabir Shuvo · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2024

Addressing the increasing need for sustainable energy solutions, this study presents an advanced dual-axis solar tracking system tailored for Mirpur, Dhaka, Bangladesh (23.8123° N, 90.3740° E). By integrating Internet of Things (IoT) based intelligent power management and automat...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2024/v26i31099

Effect of Thermally Extracted Carrot Oil Using Biomass Solvent to Boost Consumer Goods: Box-Behnken Design Approach

F. C. Ozioko, Anthony Edozie Onwudili, N. E. Nwanze & T. F. Adepoju · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2024

Massive production of fast-moving consumer goods boosts the economy of any nation. Thus, the need to look into ways of accelerating and transforming carrot utilization into more commercialized usage in order to add value to the developmental strides of any nation where carrot is...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2024/v26i31098

Thyristor-based Rechargeable Battery Charger

Protik Parvez Sheikh, Tarifuzzaman Riyad, Bezon Dey Tushar, Sadman Shahriar Alam, Abu Shufian & Istiaq Mahmood Ruddra · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2024

In this project, our main objective is to design an automatic battery charger using Silicon-Controlled Rectifier (SCR) and simulate their operation. Batteries play a crucial role in safely storing electricity by converting electrical energy into chemical energy. The primary focus...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2024/v26i31097

The Influence of AI: The Revolutionary Effects of Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare Sector

Ashish K. Saxena, Stephanie Ness & Tushar Khinvasara · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2024

The application of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare is growing as it becomes more prevalent in modern business and everyday life. It is frequently regarded as a significant technological advancement in the present period. In recent times, the fields of artificial intell...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2024/v26i31092

An Artificial Neural Network Model for Predicting Initial Water Saturation of Petroleum Reservoirs

Anthony Ogbaegbe Chikwe, Onyebuchi Ivan Nwanwe, Jude Emeka Odo, Aliene Chibuike Patrick, Ifeanyichukwu Michael Onyejekwe & Christian Emelu Okalla · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2024

Initial Water saturation is the water saturation of a reservoir before production commences. It enables the reservoir engineer to properly estimate the correct volume of Oil or gas reserves and to produce without water. And over the years over estimation or under estimation had c...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2024/v26i31093