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Mapping and Geotechnical Characterization of Some Local Construction Materials for the Adamawa Region of Cameroon

Zo'o Zame Philémon, Nzeukou Nzeugang Aubin, Uphie Chinje Melo, Mache Jacques Richard, Ndifor Divine Azigui & Nni Jean · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2016

In the Adamawa Region of the Republic of Cameroon, there exist many raw materials for building structures. Various methods of investigation were used to map these raw materials, including knowledge of the spatial distribution, inventory and the estimation of resources and the dev...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJAST/2016/27887

Leachate Treatment by Fenton Oxidation and Adsorption on Eggshell and Activated Carbon

E. Zamora-Villafranco, I. D. Barceló-Quintal, A. Vega-Paz, H. E. Solís-Correa, R. I. Méndez-Novelo & G. Giacomán-Vallejos · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2016

The aim of this study was to evaluate the treatment of leachate from landfill through to Fenton advanced oxidation process with subsequent adsorption on the eggshell (ES) and activated carbon (AC). The project was carried out in laboratories of the Area of Chemistry and Physical...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJAST/2016/28051

Variations of Hydraulic Jump Characteristics Due to Different Sill with Slot Layouts

Mahmoud A. Refaey Eltoukhy & Wail A. Fahmy · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2016

Downstream many hydraulic structures such as dams, barrage sluice gate etc, changing water flow from supercritical to subcritical flow causes formation of hydraulic jump. The formed hydraulic jump dissipates excess energy of flowing water. This paper carried out experimental runs...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJAST/2016/28221

Analysis of Forecasting Methods as a Tool for Information Structuring in Science Research

Olga Popova, Boris Popov, Vladimir Karandey & Marina Evseeva · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2016

Aims: To study forecasting methods so as to identify a general approach to information structuring and to choose the most efficient and approximated to natural intelligence method. Study Design: logical experiment that reveals the advantages and disadvantages of the forecasting m...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJAST/2016/26353

Improving Poorly Graded Fine Sand with Microbial Induced Calcite Precipitation

Firas Jawad & Jun-Jie Zheng · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2016

Because of the rapid growth of cities in the present days, it has become the establishment of infrastructure in the lands previously was considered inappropriate an order cannot be avoided. Therefore, to improve the engineering properties of these lands, various techniques have b...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJAST/2016/28338

Vegetation Impact on the Morphodynamic Activity of the River Kapuas

M. M. Hossain, A. J. F. Hoitink & J. Clever · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2016

Aims: To have the clear understanding of the causes behind the spatial variability of the morphodynamic activity of the river Kapuas, West Kalimantan, Indonesia. Study Design: This study was designed to focus on the vegetation impact on the morphodynamic activity of the river Kap...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJAST/2016/27242

Comparative Thermodynamic Study of Five Couples Used in Solar Cooling with Adsorption by Simulation

A. Konfe, S. Kam, M. Ousmane & D. J. Bathiebo · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2016

Aims: The aim of this work was to develop a thermodynamic model that applies to several couples, for determining the  COPth of a cycle of adsorption and to compare these couples of adsorption. Methodology: Five couples were considered: Silica gel-water, Zeolite-water, Activated C...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJAST/2016/28554

An Examination of Urban Lighting Properties: A Case Study of Antalya City, Turkey

Candan Kus Sahin & Esin Karamanli · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2016

A detailed analysis conducted on selected two main streets from two different district of Antalya city, Turkey to find lightning properties and participant’s feelings on these elements. The results were evaluated according to survey obtaining and site observations as well as inte...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJAST/2016/27143

A Simulation Model for Estimating Solar Radiation of Nasarawa, Nasarawa State – Nigeria

M. A. Adesina, J. S. Ibrahim & H. A. Iortyer · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2016

A simulation model for forecasting solar radiation in Nasarawa (Latitude of 8° 31' 45" N, Longitude of 7° 43' 27" E) was developed using empirically established Angstrom equation. The parameters measured were solar radiation intensity (W/m2) and hours of bright sunshine from 06.0...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJAST/2016/24603

Preliminary Design of Monorail Network for Anambra State, Nigeria

Ejiogu Ndubuisi Okorowu, Nwigbo Solomon Chuka & Okolie Paul Chukwulozie · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2016

Over the years rail track have existed in Nigeria without its proper utilization. Having an effective monorail network in the state will improve the transportation sector of the state since it is the trending technology in railway design. Introduction of monorail into the transpo...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJAST/2016/27510

Microcomputer Based Multipoint Time Operated Power Switching System (With Overload Protection)

Chukwuedozie N. Ezema, Okechi Onuoha, Nwanyinnaya Nwogu, Albert C. Agulanna & Helen U. Nonyelu · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2016

The objective of this research is to design a “Microcomputer Based Multipoint Time Operated Power Switching System” (with overload protection). The system is made up of eight relays that can be controlled independently through the parallel port of a computer using visual basic so...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJAST/2016/25046

Relationships among Structural Adaptations, Strategy Implementation and Performance of Manufacturing Small and Medium Firms in Thika, Kenya

Peter Kihara, Henry Bwisa & John Kihoro · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2016

This paper examined the relationship between structural adaptations during strategy implementation and performance of small and medium manufacturing firms (SME) in Thika Sub-County in Kenya. Three structural dimensions investigated in this study included the formalization, centra...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJAST/2016/28025

Optimization of Drinking Water Treatment Process by Modeling the Aluminum Sulfate Dose

Mohamed Farhaoui, Lahcen Hasnaoui & Mustapha Derraz · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2016

The coagulant optimal dose determination is an issue of particular concern in water treatment processes. Coagulant dosing is correlated to raw water quality related to some parameters (Turbidity, pH, Temperature and Conductivity). The aim of this study is to provide water treatme...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJAST/2016/26840