Energy
Effect of Window Area and Proportions of Iwan on Daylight in Adjacent Room: An Investigation in Yazd City

A. Kamyab; M. Mahmoudi Zarandi; M. Nikpour

Volume 15, Issue 1 , January 2024, , Pages 67-79

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2024.15.01.07

Abstract
  Yazd is located in a hot-dry region with harsh weather conditions. Houses with an iwan were suitable for establishing comfort conditions in the past. An evaluation of the visual comfort conditions in residential courtyard buildings in Yazd city was carried out by investigating the effects of the depth ...  Read More

Performance of a Double Slope Solar Water Distillation: A Case Study of Aiba Stream in Iwo

J. A. Oyewole; A. A. Olanrewaju

Volume 10, Issue 2 , June 2019, , Pages 111-114

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2019.10.02.07

Abstract
  Solar distiller was constructed and tested in this study. The purpose is to get a portable water from nearly any source available in a relatively cheaper means using a renewable solar energy. The result obtained clearly confirmed the reliability of this method to provide portable water especially in ...  Read More

Effect of Mn Doping on Fe3O4 Nanoparticles Synthesized by Wet chemical Reduction Technique

T. J. Malek; S. H. Chaki; M. D. Chaudhary; J. P. Tailor; M. P. Deshpande

Volume 9, Issue 2 , June 2018, , Pages 121-129

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2018.09.02.07

Abstract
  The effect of Mn doping on Fe3O4 nanocrystalline spinel particles is studied. Two doping concentrations of 10 and 15% Mn were employed. The nanoparticles synthesis was carried out by wet chemical reduction technique. The energy dispersive analysis of X-ray confirmed the stoichiometry of the samples. ...  Read More

Enhancement of Remazol Brilliant Blue R Adsorption Capacity by using Modified Clinoptilolite

R. Alrozi; N. S. Anuar; F. Senusi; M. A. Kamaruddin

Volume 7, Issue 2 , April 2016, , Pages 129-136

https://doi.org/10.5829/idosi.ijee.2016.07.02.07

Abstract
  In this study, the adsorption behavior of Remazol Brilliant Blue R (RBBR) from aqueous solution by using raw and modified clinoptilolites were investigated. In the experimental work, raw clinoptilolite (R-CL) was treated with Zn(NO3)2  in ethanol and produced zinc-grafted clinoptilolite (Zn-CL).The adsorption ...  Read More

Effectiveness of Continuous and Discontinuous-Flow Strategies in Heat Dynamics and Performance of Asphalt Solar Collector: An Experimental Study

H. Farzan; M. Ameri; S. M. Jaafarian

Volume 11, Issue 2 , June 2020, , Pages 137-145

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2020.11.02.07

Abstract
  Asphalt solar collectors (ASCs) offer a low-cost and reliable alternative to harvest energy from available infrastructures such as roads and pathways by employing the simple techniques. This paper represents an experimental study to evaluate the effectiveness of continuous and discontinuous-flow strategies ...  Read More

Sulphated Zirconia Catalyst Prepared from Solid Sulphates by Non-aqueous Method

E. J. Eterigho; T. S. Farrow; S. E. Ejejigbe

Volume 8, Issue 2 , April 2017, , Pages 142-146

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2017.08.02.07

Abstract
  Non-crystallinesulphated zirconia catalysts were synthesised by a non-aqueous and non-conventional method. The effect of varying the molar ratio of sulphating agent to zirconium source was also investigated. The samples were characterized by X-ray diffraction, Energy Dispersive X-ray (EDX), Infra-red ...  Read More

Investigation Experimental and Finite Element Method of Mechanical Properties of Hot Forging on Ti6Al4V Alloy

H. Tagimalek; M. R. Maraki; M. Mahmoodi; P. Mohammad Zadeh

Volume 12, Issue 2 , June 2021, , Pages 149-154

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2021.12.02.07

Abstract
  Forging is one of the oldest and the most important processes of metal forming. The process occurs due to the waxy deformation of metal. In the forging process, the die walls control the material flow and the mechanical properties of the workpiece are significantly improved. Today's world industries, ...  Read More

Energy
Performance Enforcement of a Parabolic Solar Collector with a Separating Transparent Glass Sheet

S. A. Gandjalikhan Nassab

Volume 13, Issue 2 , March 2022, , Pages 158-168

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2022.13.02.07

Abstract
  This paper deals with the development of compound parabolic collectors (CPCs), utilizing a partial glass sheet adjacent to the absorber plate for the purpose of performance improvement. The collector under study has a parabolic shape, whose cavity is filled with air and the turbulent natural convection ...  Read More

Impacts of Climate Variability on Hydroelectric Power Generation in Shiroro Station, Nigeria

R. M. Oranrejawu; O. W. Olatunji; G. P. Akpan

Volume 9, Issue 3 , October 2018, , Pages 197-203

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2018.09.03.07

Abstract
  Abstract Hydro Electric Power (H.E.P.) is a critical infrastructure that powers industrial growth and economic development of any developing nation. However, variability in climatic condition is already having serious impacts on H.E.P. in Nigeria. The study examined the effect of climate variability ...  Read More

Identification and Prioritization of Environmental Criteria of Sustainable Outsourcing Model in Fajr Jam Gas Refining Company with Analytic Hierarchy Process Method

K. Gholamian; H. Vakilifard; G. Talebnia; R. Hejazi

Volume 10, Issue 3 , September 2019, , Pages 204-210

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2019.10.03.07

Abstract
  The purpose of this paper is to identify and prioritize environmental criteria of sustainable outsourcing model in Fajr Jam Gas refining company with hierarchical analysis procedure method. In order to identify environmental criteria, the identified strategic goals of the model are categorized in the ...  Read More

Water Purification by Solar Powered Electrocoagulation System

N. Patcharaprakiti

Volume 8, Issue 3 , July 2017, , Pages 224-229

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2017.08.03.07

Abstract
  This paper demonstrates technique of water purification using electro-coagulation method. This system is composed of DC electric source 200 V 30 A connect to the anode and cathode terminals. The DC power supply can be received from utility or solar energy. The sample of raw water from reservoir is used ...  Read More

Energy
The Effect of Probabilistic Window Opening Behavior of Occupants on Adaptive Thermal Comfort (The Case of Courtyard House in Yazd, Bandar Abbas, and Tabriz)

F. Akhlaghinezhad; H. Bagheri Sabzevar

Volume 14, Issue 3 , July 2023, , Pages 252-262

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2023.14.03.07

Abstract
  Considering the global energy crisis and the need to reduce energy consumption while providing thermal comfort to occupants, building performance prediction using building simulation programs requires higher accuracy of output data. Therefore, it seems necessary to study the impact of occupant behavior, ...  Read More

Investigations on Performance and Emission Characteristics of Mix Oil Biodiesel Blends

S. Mohite; S. Kumar; S. Maji

Volume 7, Issue 3 , July 2016, , Pages 255-261

https://doi.org/10.5829/idosi.ijee.2016.07.03.07

Abstract
  An experimental investigation was carried out to analyze the performance and emission characteristics of a diesel engine fuelled with  biodiesel blends (10, 20 and 30%) obtained by mixing karanja and linseed oil and diesel. Brake thermal efficiencies of  biodiesel blends were found  to ...  Read More

Current Status, Future Potential and Barriers for Renewable Energy Development in Ethiopia

A. Belay Kassa

Volume 10, Issue 4 , December 2019, , Pages 269-274

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2019.10.04.07

Abstract
  Ethiopia is a land locked country, located in Horn of Africa. The country power generation does not meet the national demand of the people. The aim of the paper is to review a current status, future potential and barriers on development of renewable energy for power generations in Ethiopia. The approaches ...  Read More

Optimization of Process Parameters of Alkali based Clay Catalyst for the Production of Biodiesel

T. O. Salawudeen; K. K. Salam; A. O. Arinkoola; E. O. Dada; O. O. Oniya; I. Adewale

Volume 9, Issue 4 , December 2018, , Pages 271-276

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2018.09.04.07

Abstract
  Utilization of locally sourced materials promote raw materials Biodiesel was produced by transesterification of palm kernel oil (PKO) with ethanol in the presence of non-synthetic heterogeneous catalyst (combination of KOH/metaKaolin). The process parameters investigated are catalyst (1-6 g), ethanol ...  Read More

Renewable Energy
Application of IoT and Non-Intrusive Load Monitoring Techniques in Microgrid Energy Management and Monitoring Systems

M. Esmaeili Shayan

Volume 15, Issue 3 , July 2024, , Pages 287-293

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2024.15.03.07

Abstract
  Environmentally sustainable metropolitan environments are characterized by their ability to effectively produce and distribute power while reducing their impact on the environment. Smart homes are essential in smart cities since they enhance sustainability and efficiency in urban settings. A key advantage ...  Read More

Screening for Resistant and Tolerable Plants (Ludwigia octovalvis and Phragmites karka) in Crude Oil Sludge for Phytoremediation of Hydrocarbons

S. Alanbary; S. R. S. Abdullah; H. Abu Hassan

Volume 8, Issue 4 , October 2017, , Pages 288-191

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2017.08.04.07

Abstract
  Phytoremediation is a process which utilizes plants to remove contaminants from the environment. It is the latest alternative to treatment technique, phytoremediation needs to identify these plants and its ability to resist toxicity of contaminants before a full scale system can be installed to ensure ...  Read More

Performance Enhancement of Vapor Compression Refrigeration System using CuO Nano Particles in CARE 30 Test Rig

M. Kaleemullah; H. Zahir; M. Azizuddin

Volume 11, Issue 4 , December 2020, , Pages 292-300

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2020.11.04.07

Abstract
  The refrigeration system excution with the nano oil was explored to enhance the coefficient of performance (COP) of the vapor compression refrigeration system (VCRS) using CARE 30 which is a mixture of 50% refrigerant R200 and 50% refrigerant R600a in which 1 gram of Copper oxide (CuO) nano particles ...  Read More

Application of Response Surface Methodology for Optimization of Platinum(IV) Adsorption Using Magnetic Cellulose Nanoparticles Modified with Ethylenediamine

M. Anbia; F. Rahimi

Volume 7, Issue 4 , October 2016, , Pages 367-374

https://doi.org/10.5829/idosi.ijee.2016.07.04.07

Abstract
  The current study adsorption characteristics of platinum(IV) onto the ethylenediamine-modified magnetic cellulose nanoparticles (MCNGE) have been investigated. The prepared adsorbentwere characterized using Fourier transform spectroscopy (FT-IR), X-ray diffraction (XRD), Scanning electron microscopy ...  Read More