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Volume 17, Issue 47, 2020

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This research work was carried to examine the rate of production of biogas through anaerobic digestion of fresh Cow rumen obtained from slaughter house in Woji, Trans-Amadi, Port Harcourt. The Kinetics of the biogas produced upon the influence of biodegradation was studied using kinetic model linear, power, growth rate decay, non-elementary rate models to establish the model that best predicts the amount of biogas obtained from the experimental obtained parameters. The total solid, volatile solid, ash content and pH was evaluated upon the influence of the biomass. Also, the temperature and pressure build-up during the anaerobic digestion process were recorded weekly. The results of the analysis showed that is, volatile solid, ash content were 0.924g/g, 0.734g/g and 0.1414g/g, while the PH value before and after the analysis were 7.45 and 7.26 as well as fluctuation in temperature between 300C and 34.50C was observed.


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Electrical Engineering

Control performance of separately excited DC motors

Oti Stephen Ejiofor, Okoli Chibuike, Ajah Genesis, Agada Stephen, Ezeh S

There are various control methodologies for direct current motors with each method possessing its attendant peculiarity

Indian Journal of Engineering, 2020, 17(47), 1-14

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Environmental Engineering

Analysis of development in solar green houses

Abdeen Mustafa Omer

The move towards a de-carbonised world, driven partly by climate science and partly by the business opportunities it offers, will need the promotion of environmentally friendly alternatives

Indian Journal of Engineering, 2020, 17(47), 15-52

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Transportation Engineering

Research on key technologies of train-wayside communication loop modulation and antenna

Muhammad Usman shoukat, Yang Yiqiang, Saqib Ali Nawaz, Uzair Aslam Bhatti, Ahmed Raza, Dilnawaz, Raza Muhammad Ahmad, Umair Yousaf, Muhammad Usama Raza

China has a vast territory and a large population, so rail transit has always been an important direction of China's development. With the continuous development of rail transit in China, higher requirements put forward for the efficiency, safety and stability of train operation

Indian Journal of Engineering, 2020, 17(47), 53-70

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Marine Engineering

Design and fabrication of a Model Jack-Up Rig

Thaddeus Chidiebere Nwaoha, Fabian I. Idubor

The offshore industry has seen the introduction of a new breed of jack-up designs, capable of operating in deep water and harsh environments

Indian Journal of Engineering, 2020, 17(47), 71-80

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Automation Engineering

The study of Robot hand path planning using GA with multi-Space Obstacles

Muhammad Usman shoukat, Yang Yiqiang, Saqib Ali Nawaz, Uzair Aslam Bhatti, Raza Muhammad Ahmad, Muhammad Usama Raza

Robot manipulator route planning can be defined as the process of simplifying any motor task into a single movement, while satisfying the movement restriction and optimizing the cost function

Indian Journal of Engineering, 2020, 17(47), 81-96

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Civil Engineering

A comparative study of soil slope using finite element and limit equilibrium methods to develop correlations for factor of safety

Muhammad Israr Khan, Shuhong Wang

This paper generally deals with the differences of results using limit equilibrium method and finite element methods in case of soil slope stability analysis to develop correlations for the value of factor of safety.

Indian Journal of Engineering, 2020, 17(47), 97-109

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Computer Engineering

A Robust Digital Image watermarking algorithm based on IWT-SVD

Saqib Ali Nawaz, Uzair Aslam Bhatti, Raza Muhammad Ahmad, Muhammad Usman Shoukat, Anum Mehmood

In order to solve the problem of high false positive rate of traditional SVD domain digital watermarking algorithm, a digital watermarking algorithm based on IWT and SVD is proposed

Indian Journal of Engineering, 2020, 17(47), 110-116

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Mechanical Engineering

Numerical simulation on the magnetic fluid flow through a channel

Saha S, Chakrabarti S

In order to solve the problem of high false positive rate of traditional SVD domain digital watermarking algorithm, a digital watermarking algorithm based on IWT and SVD is proposed

Indian Journal of Engineering, 2020, 17(47), 117-126

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Industrial Engineering

On the dynamic stress-strain state of isotropic rectangular plates on an elastic base under vibration loads

Safarov I.I, Almuratov, Teshaev M.Kh, Homidov F.F, Rayimov D.G

The problem of calculating the dynamic stress-strain state of viscoelastic rectangular isotropic plates on a deformed base, including those lying freely on the ground medium under the influence of vibration loads, is solved

Indian Journal of Engineering, 2020, 17(47), 127-133

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Civil Engineering

Experimental Investigation of Concrete Properties on Partial Replacement of Aggregates with Waste Materials

Priya Goyal, Arabinda Sharma

The paper presents an experimental investigation out to evaluate the mechanical properties of concrete mixtures in which fine aggregate (sand) was replaced with Copper Slag (CS)

Indian Journal of Engineering, 2020, 17(47), 134-150

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Experimental study on the properties of steel fibre reinforced concrete

Abhishek Jangid, Arabinda Sharma

The research work deals with an experimental investigation of the properties of steel fibre reinforced concrete (SFRC). It studied thirteen samples of SFRC mixes of M30 concrete of varying dosage of 3D and 5D steel fibres; ranging from 25kg/m3 to 45 kg/m3.

Indian Journal of Engineering, 2020, 17(47), 151-163

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Chemical Engineering

Experimental study on metal corrosion in soil environment of Cross Rivers State of Nigeria

Ekperi N.I, Ukpaka C.P, Amadi S.A, Puyate Y.T

Investigation was conducted in some communities of Cross Rivers State to experimentally examine the effect of soil characteristics on metal corrosion in different soil environment of clay, swampy and sandy.

Indian Journal of Engineering, 2020, 17(47), 164-171

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Mechanical Engineering

Shape optimization and GRNN prediction tool implementation on bumper beam with different composite materials

Bala Bhaskara Rao J, Ramachandra Raju V

The bumper beam is an important member which is integrated in front portion and the rear portion of the vehicle. The purpose of the bumper is to absorb the impact energy in the case of crash and guard the central operational components

Indian Journal of Engineering, 2020, 17(47), 172-181

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Transportation Engineering

Assessment of road transport infrastructure in Lagos state, Nigeria

Odesanya Joseph Femi, Edoreh Raphael Tolorunloju

Adequate and efficient road transport infrastructure serves as the pillar for social and economic growth of any nation, the objective of this study is to identify the various road transport infrastructural deficit along kola to Ikeja in Lagos state

Indian Journal of Engineering, 2020, 17(47), 182-192

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Materials Engineering

Light-weight highly porous building bricks from sawdust

Darweesh H.H.M, Kenawy S.H.

The saw or wood dust is a hazardous by-product resulting from cutting, grinding, drilling, sanding, or otherwise pulverizing wood or any with a saw. It causes many environmental and health hazards.

Indian Journal of Engineering, 2020, 17(47), 193-202

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Electrical & Electronics Engineering

Performance evaluation of clustering scheme for FANETs based on K-means algorithm and firefly optimization

Yashu, Kang A.S, Vishal Sharma, Amit Chaudhary

With increasing development of wireless communication network, Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) has emerged as a flying platform for wireless communication with efficient coverage, capacity and reliability but UAV as a FANET (Flying Ad-hoc Network)

Indian Journal of Engineering, 2020, 17(47), 203-214

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Civil Engineering

Influence of Healing Techniques on Deformation of Asphalt Concrete

Saad Issa Sarsam, Husham Mohammed Al Tuwayyij

Repeated and concentrated loading and environmental impactsare considered as a major challenge facing the serviciability of flexible pavement

Indian Journal of Engineering, 2020, 17(47), 215-224

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Electrical & Electronics Engineering

A comprehensive study on lithium-ion battery management system

Omorogiuwa Eseosa, Eze Kingsley Nnaemeka

The charging current, discharge rate, discharge limit and operating temperature are sensitive matters in LIBs. Economic losses of high magnitude also arise from collapse of battery bank due to single weak battery which has been charged/discharged repeatedly beyond safe operating limit

Indian Journal of Engineering, 2020, 17(47), 225-236

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Optimizing state of charge (SOC), temperature, and state of health (SOH) of lithium-ion batteries

Omorogiuwa Eseosa, Eze Kingsley Nnaemeka

Li-ion Batteries (LiBs) explode when there is uncontrolled/regulated charging, thus leading to gradual/catastrophic failures. Dendrites (electrical short inside a battery/cell) are also formed when LIBs is charged with high current

Indian Journal of Engineering, 2020, 17(47), 237-249

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Chemical Engineering

Biokinetics of Crude Oil Remediation using Dogoyaro (Azadirachta indica) Stem

Promise NU, Ukpaka CP, Puyate YT

The study of a biokinetic model development for bioremediation of 1kg of crude oil contaminated soil inoculated with crushed sundried and room-dried Azadirachta indica stem was conducted

Indian Journal of Engineering, 2020, 17(47), 250-260

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Civil Engineering

Tunnel boring machine selection in railway project - case study

Debela Deme

Tunneling was an approach used to excavate and construct tunnel. Most engineers agree that tunnel length, tunnel cross section, tunnel depth, geotechnical condition and level of water table were the most probable factor governs the selection of tunnel boring machine or tunneling approach.

Indian Journal of Engineering, 2020, 17(47), 261-270

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Assessing the deformation at interfaces of flexible pavement under cyclic shear stresses

Saad Issa Sarsam, Samah Abdulrazzaq AL Nuaimi

Flexible pavement is usually constructed in multiple layers since the maximum thickness of a single hot mix asphalt layer is limited to that a roller can compact

Indian Journal of Engineering, 2020, 17(47), 271-281

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Agricultural Engineering

Performance Evaluation of Modern Spate Irrigation Schemes at Kobo Woreda, North Wollo, Ethiopia

Mohammed Jemal, Kassa Tadele, Dawud Temam

The main objectives of the study were to evaluating performances Gobu-I and II modern spate irrigation schemes. The Primary data collected includes measurement of canal and field discharge and the secondary data

Indian Journal of Engineering, 2020, 17(47), 282-295

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Civil Engineering

Evaluation of the compaction characteristics of some selected lateritic soils

Nwaiwu CMO, Anjorin JR, Mezie EO

The compaction characteristics of some selected lateritic soils was the focus of this research. The soils fall under soil class A-2-6 (0), A-6(4), A-7-5(2), A-7-6(2) and A-6(0) using AASHTO system and SC and SM using ASTM-USCS

Indian Journal of Engineering, 2020, 17(47), 296-309

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Environmental Engineering

Characterization of briquettes produced from four lignocellulosic material admixtures using a hydraulic briquetting press (HBP)

Bello RS, Onilude MA, Onyeanula PE, Nebo EU

The physical characteristics and combustion performance of briquettes produced from four lignocellulosic materials and its admixtures using a 5-ton HBP with a rectangular mould had been carried out

Indian Journal of Engineering, 2020, 17(47), 310-322

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