School of Engineering (SEng.) Collections: Recent submissions
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Impact of water availability scenarios on present and future water allocation options in Rwizi catchment, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-12-05)Equitable and participatory water allocation to meet the competing water needs of users has always been a challenge for regulators in river catchments the world over. Rwizi upper catchment is water stressed with domestic, ... -
Strategic management of critical projects (Oil roads).
(Makerere University, 2020-12-22)The Government of Uganda and its Oil Partners through the Lake Albert Basin Development Committee (LABDC) set a target to achieve First Oil by 2020. In order to achieve this target, key enabling infrastructure, such as ... -
Development of a saturation flow rate prediction model at signalized intersections incorporating Geometrics, driver behaviour and motorcycle effects.
(Makerere University, 2024-12-09)This research addresses the challenge of predicting saturation flow rates at signalized intersections in mixed traffic conditions, where motorcycles, diverse vehicle types, geometric road elements, and varying driver ... -
Techno-economic analysis of a hybrid solar thermal-biogas powered dryer for fruit dehydration
(Makerere University, 2024-11)The global population as of 2024 stands at 8.2 billion and is projected to rise according to the United Nation, these pose sustainability challenges, particularly in food supply. Reducing postharvest losses, which account ... -
Analysis of human EMF exposure in close proximity scenarios to cellular system transmitters
(Makerere University, 2024-12-02)Wireless communication systems, particularly cellular network system, are the primary sources of Non-Ionizing Radiation (NIR) due to their radiofrequency electromagnetic fields (RF-EMF) emission. Excessive exposure of ... -
Evaluation of ethanol-diesel blends for potential fuel use in diesel engines
(Makerere University, 2024-11)The study examined the impact of ethanol-diesel blended fuel on engine performance, with a focus on biodiesel as a potential alternative fuel for vehicles. While biodiesels offer benefits such as lower fuel costs compared ... -
A machine learning-based optimal deployment approach for UAV-assisted HetNets
(Makerere University, 2024-11)The use of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) to assist terrestrial HetNets is a promising approach to improving connectivity and coverage for mobile cellular users. However, for this approach to be successful, efficient ... -
Biodiesel production from waste animal fat
(Makerere University, 2024-11)The global reliance on fossil fuels has led to environmental concerns, prompting the exploration of alternative energy sources like biodiesel. This study investigated the technical feasibility of utilizing waste animal fat ... -
Modelling the effect of operational interventions on hydraulic performance of a water distribution system under intermittent conditions
(Makerere University, 2024-11)Over 1.3 billion people globally rely on intermittent water supplies, a challenge worsened by rapid urbanization, climate change, and environmental pressures, highlighting the need to improve water supply systems to achieve ... -
Evaluation of resilience of urban road networks to flood induced congestion in Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area
(Makerere University, 2024-12)Recent global natural and man-made evolutions have made urban road networks in transportation systems vulnerable to natural disasters, accidents, and infrastructure failures, among others. Such events disrupt smooth network ... -
A unified spatiotemporal sleep mode approach for energy efficient dense HetNet’s using machine learning
(Makerere University, 2024-11)Future cellular networks are characterized by dense deployment of heterogeneous networks due to the ever increasing data traffic demand. However, the dense deployment of small base stations in a heterogeneous network ... -
Distribution line capacity optimization using dynamic line rating and the internet of things technology
(Makerere University, 2024-11)Global energy demand is currently at an all-time high and is expected to rise even further in the years ahead. As a result, the demands on power system infrastructure are increasing to meet the ever-growing energy requirements. ... -
An evaluation of the energy potential of shea nut waste briquettes as an alternative fuel to shea wood charcoal for domestic and industrial applications
(Makerere University, 2024-08)In most developing countries including Uganda, there has been a rapid growth in demand for energy with current demand superseding supply in most cases and energy scarcity hindering sustainable economic transformation. The ... -
Characterization of the fuel value of peat deposits for potential development of a peat fired power plant in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-11)Peat is a renewable energy source that can be harnessed as an additional source of energy. Although Uganda’s biomass resources are substantial, biomass consumption for domestic and industrial energy is at an unsustainable ... -
Assessment of the dependency of the relationship between speedy moisture tester and traditional oven method values in granular road construction materials
(Makerere University, 2024)Moisture regulation in natural granular road construction materials significantly influences the strength and stiffness properties of embankments and pavement layers. However, quick and accurate moisture determination prior ... -
Assessing the relative influence of future climate and land use changes on flow Dynamics in the upper Rwizi catchment
(Makerere University, 2024)This study addresses the relative influence of future climate and land use changes on River Rwizi’s hydrology, a currently water-stressed catchment in western Uganda. Although many studies have evaluated these factors ... -
Design and modeling of an energy village for refugees and host communities in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024)Instability from neighboring countries especially Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and South Sudan coupled with Uganda’s open refugee policy has favored influx of refugees and asylum seekers to Uganda. Settling the ... -
Optimization of bamboo derived bio-char production as a precursor for generation of energy storage activated carbon
(Makerere University, 2024-11)The need for energy storage systems is increasing with industrialization and population growth globally. This calls for the need to explore sustainable sources of activated carbons (AC) for energy storage purposes. This ... -
Traffic loading correlation with the magnitude and rate of change of fatigue crack growth
(Makerere University, 2024)The study investigated traffic loading correlation with magnitude and rate of fatigue crack growth on a section of the Northern Corridor Route in Uganda. The objectives of the study were (i) characterizing fatigue crack ... -
Evaluation of the Correlation between Pavement Residual Life and International Roughness Index of Highway Flexible Pavements
(Makerere University, 2024-11-06)Pavement performance which is the foundation for pavement design, is the ability of a pavement to satisfactorily serve traffic over a period of time. Studies have shown that up to 40% of pavement quality is lost within the ...