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The use of Crushed Waste Glass as a Partial Replacement of Fine Aggregates in Asphalt Concrete Mixtures (Glassphalt)

Gbadamosi Aderemi Tobi, Ogunsuyi Raphael Abidemi & Ojo Meshach Felix · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2021

With the rapid economic growth and continuously increased consumption, a large amount of glass waste materials is generated; this study investigated the effect of crushed waste glass as filler and also as an aggregate in the asphalt binder course. It compares the glassphalt mix w...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2021/v21i417455

Electricity Production Using Plant–Microbial Fuel Cell (P-MFC)

B. S. Shilpa, H. S. Dayananda, P. Girish, K. Arun Kumar & T. C. Bhoomika · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2021

The current climate change threat by green house gas emissions from the combustion of fossil fuels has necessitated a search for alternative non-polluting, reliable, renewable and sustainable sources of energy such as solar energy and it’s derivatives. The present work focuses on...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2021/v21i417456

Anisotropic Metamaterials Filled Rectangular Metallic Waveguides Propagation Study and Analysis

Nizar Tahri · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2021

In this paper, we propose a novel generalized S-matrix characterization approach. The goal is to keep track of all observed discontinuities as efficiently as possible. In terms of reflection value, the proposed control strategy is based on transmission coefficients and one-axis r...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2021/v21i317450

Distribution Network Reliability and Efficiency Enhancement Using Distributed Generation

Raymond Onyeka Nwajuonye, Innocent Ifeanyi Okonkwo & Johnpaul I. Iloh · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2021

The Nigerian power sector is faced with many challenges such as: generation deficit, inefficiency and power loss over lengthy transmission and distribution lines, contribution to greenhouse gas emission, weak and dilapidated transmission and distribution infrastructure, dependenc...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2021/v21i317452

Kinetics Studies on the Coagulation of Abattoir Wastewater Using Groundnut Shell Extract as a Natural Coagulant

Mmasinachi Mary Nweke, Franklin O. Chukwuma, Benson O. Evbuomwan & Akuma Oji · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2021

This paper investigated the use of extract from groundnut shells as a natural coagulant for the reduction of turbidity in abattoir wastewater using the coagulation process. The ideal concentration of NaCl for coagulant extraction was established through a series of jar tests. The...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2021/v21i317449

Review of Python Applications in Solving Oil and Gas Problems

Edet Ita Okon, Dulu Appah & Joseph A. Ajienka · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2021

Python has grown in popularity throughout various industries, corporations, universities, government, and research groups. Its true potential to automate various processes while increased predictability capabilities have been noticed in various industries. The petroleum industry...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2021/v21i317448

Treatment Efficiency of Drill Cuttings Using Thermal Desorption Technology

Nwosu, Barry Emeka & Ogbonna F. Joel · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2021

Aim: The aim of this study was to analyze and determine the treatment efficiency of drill cuttings using the Thermal Desorption Technology. Study Design: Drill cuttings were obtained from a work-over drilling operation with samples obtained at a depth of 2,750m from a typical wel...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2021/v21i317447

Evaluation of Land Capability for Housing Deveopment at Nachi Built Environment, Enugu State, Nigeria

Augustine Akunne Onunkwo, Uche Felix Ikechukwu & Cletus Nnamdi Nwamadi · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2021

There are criteria that certify the sustainable potentials of any built environment. Low income housing scheme proposed by Enugu state government for its workers is targeted at Nachi, Udi local government area in Enugu state, Nigeria. To assess the capability of this location for...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2021/v21i217446

Design and Kinematics Analysis of Suspension System for a Formula Society of Automotive Engineers (FSAE) Car

K. Sriram, K. Anirudh, B. Jayanth & J. Anjaneyulu · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2021

The main objective of the Suspension of a vehicle is to maximize the contact between the vehicle tires and the road surface, provide steering stability and provide safe vehicle control in all conditions, evenly support the weight of the vehicle, transfer the loads to springs, and...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2021/v21i217445

Design and Construction of Smart Vehicle Security System Using GPS and Spy Cam

A. D. Babalola & M. S. Olokun · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2021

Aims: Vehicle security is critical in today's world because car thefts are on the rise. robbery, and impersonation are among the crimes committed against automobiles. As a result, keeping track of and safeguarding vehicles has grown to be a significant problem in modern life. Stu...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2021/v21i217444

Failure of Public Building Projects: An Investigation of Abandoned Hospital Projects in Imo State, Nigeria

Uche Felix Ikechukwu & John Chiagoghalamuoke Ozuzu · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2021

Failure and abandonment of government projects have been a global phenomenon. The study aims at evaluating factors involved in the abandonment of the proposed hospital building projects in the 27 local government areas in Imo State, Nigeria; with a view to developing a framework...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2021/v21i217442

Evaluation on the Use of Plants and Equipment in Building Project Delivery in Imo State, Nigeria

Uche Felix Ikechukwu · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2021

Modern construction is characterized with complex designs, new and innovative materials that are sensitive with high precision. In addressing the accompanying challenges, mechanization of construction process is said to be the guarantee especially in this era of crash programmes...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2021/v21i217443

Photovoltaic (PV) Model Evaluation with Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT)

R. I. Areola, F. T. Oyediji & E. A. Olajuyin · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2021

The use of solar energy is widespread due to increase in its demand across the world. This is because this form of energy can supply steady, stable, regular and clean energy. Evaluation of  PV (photovoltaic) model with maximum power point tracking (MPPT) using matlab/simulink cel...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2021/v21i217440

Assessing the Grindability Behaviour of Anka (Zamfara State, Nigeria) Manganese Ore towards Effective Manganese Mineral Liberation

Y. E. Gbadamosi, O. O. Alabi & J. O. Borode · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2021

The Bond standard grindability test provides a Work Index that is widely used to estimate the energy required for ore grinding. The research investigates the work index of Anka Manganese ore at Anka deposit in Zamfara state, Nigeria. The reference ore (Quartz) was sourced from th...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2021/v21i117441