Energy
Passive Cooling in Shavadoon of Traditional Buildings of Dezful City: Cooling Through Renewable Energy Sources

F. Mohammad Alinezhad

Volume 10, Issue 2 , June 2019, , Pages 115-120

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2019.10.02.08

Abstract
  Dezful city, located in southwest of Iran, has a hot and semi-humid climate. In the past, architectures used design solutions to provide the cold of living space. Shavadoon is one of the most important design for reaching this goal. Shavadoon is an underground space in traditional buildings of Dezful ...  Read More

Theoretical analysis of a Low GWP Refrigerants as a Drop in substitute of R134a in a Domestic Refrigerator

M. Shaik Sk; K. Srinivas

Volume 9, Issue 2 , June 2018, , Pages 130-136

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2018.09.02.08

Abstract
  Now a days Fridges and Air-conditioners are mostly used in domestic environment. The CFCs have been almost ruled out since 1995 due to their huge impact on the ozone layer, due to the above problem HFC refrigerants are introduced but these are having a high GWP value, which causes environmental pollution. ...  Read More

Uptake of Metals by Live Green Macroalgae Ulva reticulata in Industrial Wastewater of Bayan Lepas, Penang, Malaysia

S. Khodami; M. Surif; W. M. Wan Omar

Volume 7, Issue 2 , April 2016, , Pages 137-143

https://doi.org/10.5829/idosi.ijee.2016.07.02.08

Abstract
  This study was conducted to investigate the ability of Ulva reticulata (Chlorophyta) to remove Cd, Co, Cr, Cu, Fe, M n, M g, Pb, V, and Zn from industrial wastewater. A 24 h experiment was performed under laboratory and in situ conditions, which were set up in two places: (1) the industrial area ...  Read More

Assessment of Environmental Impact and Formation Factor for Triple Blend Concrete

V. N. Kanthe; S. V. Deo; M. Murmu

Volume 11, Issue 2 , June 2020, , Pages 146-151

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2020.11.02.08

Abstract
  The assessment of environmental impact on concrete is an important aspect for its durability. The use of supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs) in the concrete can be enhanced the durability. This makes concrete sustainable and reduced environmental issues. In this research paper illustrate the ...  Read More

Strom Water Management: An Energy Efficient Bypass Technology

P. Hartwig

Volume 8, Issue 2 , April 2017, , Pages 147-151

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2017.08.02.08

Abstract
  The water quality in a river is influenced by discharge from the sewerage network. Through increased efficiencies of the wastewater treatment plants, the main deterioration comes from combined water overflow. In view to a reduction of the discharge from combined water outflow the increase of the influent ...  Read More

Analysis of the Wind Resources in Saharan Atlas of Algeria: Adrar Region as a Case Study

M. Benmedjahed; R. Maouedj; S. Mouhadjer; Y. Menni; H. Ameur; A. Dahbi; D. Saba; T. Touahri

Volume 12, Issue 2 , June 2021, , Pages 155-160

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2021.12.02.08

Abstract
  An objective analysis of the wind atlas map of the region of Adrar (Algeria) at a height of 10 meters above ground is essential, in order to classify these velocities according to the Pacific Northwest Laboratory (PNL) classification, and then to develop the separation velocity map. The present work ...  Read More

Chemical Engineering
Provide a Modeling Algorithm for Mechanical Properties of Friction Stir Welding of 5 Series Aluminum and Pure-Copper Based on Fuzzy Logic

M. R. Maraki; H. Tagimalek; B. Pasoodeh

Volume 13, Issue 2 , March 2022, , Pages 169-175

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2022.13.02.08

Abstract
  The copper/aluminum composite is very important and practical due to its light weight, optimal thermal and electrical conductivity. The high weight resistance ratio, along with its inherent properties, makes it attractive for new applications. In this regard, the use of composites with high mechanical ...  Read More

The Performance Improvement of Wastewater Treatment Plant of Paper Mill

S. Yusup

Volume 9, Issue 3 , October 2018, , Pages 204-209

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2018.09.03.08

Abstract
  Paper mill producing several type papers has a wastewater treatment plant with an aerated lagoon system to remove their pollutants. But the removal efficiency of this system is still low so that the effluent is still not complying with the Indonesian of effluent quality standards yet. It needs pre-treatment ...  Read More

Estimation of Global Solar Radiation and Clearness Index in Coast of Gulf of Guinea, Nigeria

O. A. Nathaniel; A. S. Oluwadara; O. A. Joshua; A. A. Jacob

Volume 10, Issue 3 , September 2019, , Pages 211-215

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2019.10.03.08

Abstract
  The concept of solar energy and its applications in present day would come to be one of the solutions to our Nigerian problem of instability and epileptic power supply. In this study, data for mean monthly sunshine hours  and global solar radiation  for Ikeja, Lagos state capital (6.580N, 3.320E) ...  Read More

Evaluation of Performance Characteristics and Exhaust Gas Analysis of VCR Engine at Different Compression Ratio and Loads

S. Prathmesh Mahesh; H. B. Kulkarni

Volume 8, Issue 3 , July 2017, , Pages 230-233

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2017.08.03.08

Abstract
  This paper deals with the systematic study of  performance evalaution and exhaust emission characteristics of  VCR (variable compression ratio) engine at different compression ratio and loads using diesel as fuel. Experimental analysis was done to find the optimal value of compression ratio ...  Read More

Trend of Six Physiochemical Water Quality Parameters between 2012 and 2015 of the Marang River, Terengganu, Malaysia

N. Hairoma; M. G. Barzani; M. E. Toriman

Volume 7, Issue 3 , July 2016, , Pages 262-267

https://doi.org/10.5829/idosi.ijee.2016.07.03.08

Abstract
  An environmental study was carried out at Marang River, Terengganu on determination of river water quality trend variations temporally and spatially at seven sampling stations between 2012 and 2015. Sampling stations were selected along the river started from downstream to upstream; where each station ...  Read More

Energy
One-year Dynamic Study of the Use of Solar Water Heater for Domestic Consumption in Egypt: An Energy Assessment

A. Haghani; M. Jahangiri; R. Riahi; M. Golali Jonaghani; A. Baharizadeh

Volume 14, Issue 3 , July 2023, , Pages 263-270

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2023.14.03.08

Abstract
  The use of fossil fuels leads to greenhouse gas emissions, global warming, and secondary consequences such as desertification and winds in the Middle East and Africa, including Egypt. The use of renewable energy is the most appropriate solution to prevent the emission of polluting gases. Egypt is one ...  Read More

Drought Utilization Management of Surface and Ground Water (Case study: Qaryat-Al-Arab Watershed)

E. Fadaei-Kermani; G. A. Barani; R. Memarzedeh

Volume 10, Issue 4 , December 2019, , Pages 275-280

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2019.10.04.08

Abstract
  Inattention to water as a key parameter of sustainable development, leads the long-term and planned management for the water to be marginalized. In this regard, proper and optimal utilization planning and management of surface and ground water resources is very important. In this study drought utilization ...  Read More

Design and Development of Solar Crop Dryer Integrated with Oil Bath

S. Premkumar; K. Ramanarasimha; E.S. Prakash

Volume 9, Issue 4 , December 2018, , Pages 277-283

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2018.09.04.08

Abstract
  This work presents the design and development of solar crop dryer with drained SAE 20/40 from vehicles oil as heat storage material.  The details design, fabrication and experimental analysis procedure of the developed dryer are explained. The crops used during the experiments were potato slices ...  Read More

Physical, Mechanical and Flame Retardant Properties of Particleboard Made from Oil Palm Trunk

M. Baskaran; R. Hashim; N. Y. Wei; O. Sulaiman

Volume 8, Issue 4 , October 2017, , Pages 292-295

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2017.08.04.08

Abstract
  In this study, physical, mechanical and flame retardant properties of oil palm trunk particleboards were evaluated. The properties of oil palm trunk particleboards were compared with polylactic acid (PLA) added board, where PLA was added as a function of natural binder, and PLA added board with calcium ...  Read More

Energy
Evaluation of Quality of Daylight in a Contemporary Residential Building with a Central Courtyard in Kerman, Iran

M. Movehhedi Nia; M. Nikpour; E. Jahanshahi Javaran

Volume 15, Issue 3 , July 2024, , Pages 294-302

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2024.15.03.08

Abstract
  The research aims to develop sustainable daylighting strategies for contemporary buildings by drawing inspiration from traditional vernacular housing solutions. In this study, the daylight factors of a contemporary residential space with a central courtyard which is located in Kerman, Iran is evaluated. ...  Read More

Variation of the Earth’s Irradiance over Some Selected Towns in Nigeria

F. O. Aweda; J. A. Oyewole; J. B. Fashae; T. K. Samson

Volume 11, Issue 4 , December 2020, , Pages 301-307

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2020.11.04.08

Abstract
  The extraterrestrial radiation is the solar radiation received at the top of the earth’s atmosphere on horizontal surface. This quantity over selected stations in the tropics was investigated. Daily data of the extraterrestrial radiation on the earth horizontal surface for the year 2018 for stations: ...  Read More

Preparation and Characterization of Ba0.6K0.4BiO3 Nano Particles with High Visible Light Photo Catalytic Activity

K. Sharma; S. Jain; U. Chandrawat

Volume 7, Issue 4 , October 2016, , Pages 375-381

https://doi.org/10.5829/idosi.ijee.2016.07.04.08

Abstract
  Herein, we report the synthesis of a novel nano-structured photo catalyst Ba0.6K0.4BiO3 by Pechini method. Prepared catalyst is characterized using simultaneous thermogravimetric differential thermal analysis (TG–DTA),  ray diffraction (XRD), Scanning electron microscopy (SEM), Ultra Violet ...  Read More