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Design, Fabrication and Performance Evaluation of Groundnut Seeds Dehuller as Influenced by Varietal Differences

O. S. Lawson, L. A. S. Agbetoye, O. O. Olabinjo & O. G. Olajide · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2023

Several studies have been carried out to investigate the performance of developed groundnut dehullers, but very few studies have considered the influence of groundnut varietal differences on the dehuller performance. Therefore, the objectives of the study is to; (1) determine the...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2023/v25i6925

Determination of Optimum Reaction Velocity for Glucose Production from Cassava Starch Using Gluco Amylase Sourced from Rice

Onumadu Kelechi Selina, Olosunde Adebisi William & Antia Okon Orua · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2023

In an attempt to produce glucose from locally sourced materials to boost glucose syrup production and other applications, the optimum reaction velocity which enzyme becomes saturated with the substrate was investigated. In this study, cassava starch (substrate) and glucoamylase (...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2023/v25i6923

The Use of Machine Learning in Oil Well Petrophysics and Original Oil in Place Estimation: A Systematic Literature Review Approach

Ekemini Johnson, Okure Obot, Kingsley Attai, Julius Akpabio & Udoinyang Inyang · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2023

Machine learning is a form of artificial intelligence that is applicable in all fields of study. It incorporates many algorithms used in carrying out various tasks such as classification, predictions, estimations, comparisons, approximations, optimization and selections. In estim...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2023/v25i6921

Simulation and Optimization of Bio-Methanol Production from Steam Gasification of Sugarcane Bagasse Using Aspen Plus

Emmanuela O. Ainerua, Blessing J. Ossai & Innocent O. Oboh · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2023

The detrimental environmental impacts of fossil fuels are increasing due to the growing global energy consumption. Thus, energy recovery from waste materials will inevitably become the dominant option in the future with population growth and the reduction in fossil resources. A m...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2023/v25i6922

Risk Analysis of Occupational Hazards Using HIRADC Approach in the Implementation of Occupational Safety and Health Management System

Iffat Shafwan Haristama, Achfas Zacoeb & Lilya Susanti · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2023

The high construction intensity can increase the risk of construction work accidents if not supported by good work method planning, risk management, and supervision. Indonesian National Social Security Agency for Employment (BPJS) noted that in 2017 the number of work accidents r...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2023/v25i6940

A New Pressure-Based Modeling Approach for Early Leak Detection in Gas Processing Plants Using Machine Learning

Godsday Idanegbe Usiabulu, Ogbonna Joel, Livinus Nosike, Victor Aimikhe & Emeka Okafor · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2023

Natural gas is composed mostly of methane, the simplest hydrocarbon molecule, with only one carbon atom. But most gas at the wellhead contains other hydrocarbon molecules known as Natural Gas Liquids (NGL). Heavier gaseous hydrocarbons such as propane (C3H8), normal butane (n-C4H...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2023/v25i6919

Design of an Open Channel for Flood and Gully Erosion Control: A Case Study of Amakohia-Uratta in Imo State, Nigeria

M. I. Chikwue, E. N. Richard-Ehiri, N. R. Nwakuba & V. C. Okafor · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2023

Flooding and gully erosion constitute a major problem associated with urbanization in the underlying watershed of an area. In this study, a trapezoidal channel hydraulic system was designed for flood and erosion control in Amakohia-Uratta, Owerri North, Imo state, Nigeria. A topo...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2023/v25i6918

Mathematical Modelling and the Effect of Blanching on the Drying Kinetics of White Yam (Dioscorea rotundata)

Chinedu Ajah, Emmanuela O. Ainerua & Innocent O. Oboh · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2023

Many pretreatments methods are employed to reduce the total drying time which is more energy efficient and generate final superior products. Blanching is a long established thermal pretreatments used for processing of agricultural products since it can eradicate enzymes, which ca...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2023/v25i5916

Evaluation of the Combustion Characteristics of Rice Husk and Coconut Shell Briquettes

A. Bam Sebastine, Abuh Michael & Ikpambese Kumaden · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2023

Combustion characteristics of rice husk and coconut shell briquettes have been investigated with a view of establishing its suitability as an energy source. The husk and shell were collected and carbonized in a furnace as rice husk charcoal (RHC) and coconut shell charcoal (CSC)....

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2023/v25i6917

Investigation of Mechanical, Corrosion and Microstructural Behaviour of Heat Treated Cr-Modified Al-Mg-Si Alloy

Olusegun Olufemi Ajide, Temilade Ruth Adelakun, Itopa Godwin Akande, Temilola Taiwo Olugasa & Nikhil Kumar · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2023

Despite the choice of Al-Mg-Si alloy as a material for innumerable industrial and structural applications, challenges such as undesired scratch resistance, formability and mechanical properties deterioration in saline environment hinders the extent of its application for automoti...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2023/v25i5911

Design and Development of a Cowpea Decorticator

O. R. Oyetunji, D. O. Idowu & T. B. Adebayo · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2023

Introduction: Cowpea decorticating is a crucial post-harvest process that involves removing the seed coats from the kernels to produce ready-to-use cowpea products such as flour, grits, and protein concentrates and food products such as Akara and Moinmoin in south western Nigeria...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2023/v25i5912

Design of Microencapsulated Nigelle Sativa Oil Impregnated in Textile Structure

Amine Haj Taieb & Hela Mnejja · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2023

Textiles have been used for protection from solar radiation since the time of ancient civilizations. Textile structures render unique characteristics required for sun screening apparel such as pliability, good mechanical strength, softness, esthetics, and other engineered propert...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2023/v25i5913