Turbidity Removal from Surface Water by Natural Coagulants and its Potential Application

S. Sasikala; G. Muthuraman

Volume 8, Issue 1 , January 2017, , Pages 61-66

https://doi.org/10.5829/idosi.ijee.2017.08.01.11

Abstract
  The  Natural coagulant Vigna mungo, Zea mays were used to remove the turbidity from synthetic wastewater . Vigna mungo, Zea mays are ancient crop and having high proteins and nutrients. Chemical coagulants used it induce Alzheimer’s, Carcinogenic and neurotoxic health effects. This is alternative ...  Read More

Experimental Study on Mechanical Properties of Randomly Oriented Natural Fiber Hybrid Composites

S. Om Prakash; T. Mathavaraj Ravikumar; M. Arulraj

Volume 11, Issue 1 , March 2020, , Pages 70-74

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2020.11.01.11

Abstract
  Natural fibers such as banana, sisal, snake grass, coir, hemp, jute and so on are armed with enormous advantages like less weight, reliability, recyclability and environmental friendly nature. Such fibers may enhance the system’s performance by acting as additives with the thermoplastics in different ...  Read More

Assessment of Treatment Efficiency of Lysimeter Leachate Using Leachate Pollution Index

I. M. Rafizul; M. Alamgir

Volume 7, Issue 1 , January 2016, , Pages 72-83

https://doi.org/10.5829/idosi.ijee.2016.07.01.11

Abstract
  This study illustrates the leachate treatment efficiency based on leachate pollution index (LPI) of pre- treatment leachate as well as post-treatment leachate with chemical coagulants. Leachate samples were collected at regular intervals of time from the leachate collection chamber of the landfill lysimeter ...  Read More

Energy
On Wind Speed and its Distribution Pattern: A Case Study of Some Selected Cities in Delta State, Nigeria

I. U. Siloko; E. Enoyoze

Volume 15, Issue 1 , January 2024, , Pages 111-122

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2024.15.01.11

Abstract
  Wind is a significant weather variable and its study has gained convincing attention recently due to its increasing importance as a source of renewable energy as well as its role in various natural phenomena like erosion, precipitation, and spread of wildfires. This paper investigates wind speed distribution ...  Read More

Extraction, Characterization and Identification of Major Chemical Components of Areca Nut Extract at its Different Stages

K. sumalatha; J. Ishwara Bhat

Volume 10, Issue 2 , June 2019, , Pages 136-146

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2019.10.02.11

Abstract
  The medicinal properties shown by different plants are due to phytochemicals present in the plant. These phytochemicals are the most vital source for the treatment of various diseases. Different phytochemicals have an extensive range of activities, which help to enhance the immune system and give resistance ...  Read More

Effects of Temperature, Aeration Rate and Reaction Time on Composting of Empty Fruit Bunches of Oil-Palm

V. S. Jie Wei; C. Han Bing; Agus Saptoro; J. Nandong

Volume 7, Issue 2 , April 2016, , Pages 156-162

https://doi.org/10.5829/idosi.ijee.2016.07.02.11

Abstract
  Composting is a biochemical process in a controlled aerobic environment where thermophilic microorganisms stabilize organic waste substrates into valuable humus-like products. Three parameters which are known to affect the composting process including temperature, aeration rate and composting time. This ...  Read More

Three-dimensional Numerical Study of the Performance of a Small Combined Savonius-Darrieus Vertical Wind Turbine

A. Nemati

Volume 11, Issue 2 , June 2020, , Pages 163-169

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2020.11.02.11

Abstract
  Energy crisis and global warming have encouraged the use of renewable energy resources such as wind power. Among different types of wind turbines, vertical axis wind turbines can be easily installed in residential areas. In this study, a computational fluid dynamics analysis was performed to predict ...  Read More

Determination of Particulate Matter and Toxic Gaseous in Ambient Air Adjacent to Industrial Area

R. M. S. R. Mohamed; A. A. Al-Gheethi; M. A. B. Fahira; H. Fahimah; N. Z. Yahaya; H. K. Amir

Volume 8, Issue 2 , April 2017, , Pages 170-180

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2017.08.02.11

Abstract
  Air quality in the residential areas adjacent to the industrial regions is of great concern due to the association with particulate matter and toxic gaseous which has adverse effects on human health. Therefore, the present study aimed to investigate the air quality in term of PM10 concentrations and ...  Read More

Lignin Decolorization and Degradation of Pulp and Paper Mill Effluent by Ligninolytic Bacteria

A. K. Ojha; M. Tiwari

Volume 7, Issue 3 , July 2016, , Pages 282-293

https://doi.org/10.5829/idosi.ijee.2016.07.03.11

Abstract
  The aim of this research work is to isolate bacterial strains with high potential in the degradation and decolorization of lignocellulose compounds of paper mill effluent. Four bacterial strains were isolated from marine sediments and they were screened to their ability to degrade the lignin and decolorize ...  Read More

Reuse of Reverse Osmosis Membranes - Case Study: Tajoura Reverse Osmosis Desalination Plant

B. Brika; A. A. Omran; N. Greesh; A. Abutartour

Volume 10, Issue 4 , December 2019, , Pages 296-300

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2019.10.04.11

Abstract
  Libya is currently experiencing a major challenge in water supply due to reduction in the groundwater, especially around the coastal region. This problem is likely to create challenges for drinking water supply and the agricultural sector. Environmental desalination technology and wastewater treatments ...  Read More

Energy
Energy Flow of Watermelon Production System for Optimizing Energy Efficiency

S. N. Mosavian; H. Eskandari

Volume 15, Issue 3 , July 2024, , Pages 319-323

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2024.15.03.11

Abstract
  This research, conducted in Gotvand, southwest Iran, evaluated the energy balance of a field system which watermelon produced in it. In the current research, energy inputs of watermelon planting were measured. To reach this goal, questionnaires were given to the farmers to record the amount of energy ...  Read More

Identification of Characteristics Influencing Wave Height and Current Velocity in MIKE Model for Simulation of Wind-induced Ocean Currents and Waves in Southeast of Caspian Sea

S. Heshmat; S. A. Hashemi Monfared; D. Yousefi Kebria; S. M. Banihashemi

Volume 11, Issue 4 , December 2020, , Pages 330-338

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2020.11.04.11

Abstract
  Due to climate change and the necessity of paying attention to the preservation of energy resources to deal with the impacts of climate change, the enhancement of renewable energy portions via different resources has been considered in recent years. Therefore, it is necessary to study characteristics ...  Read More