A Framework for Dry Waste Detection Based on a Deep Convolutional Neural Network

A. Ataee; J. Kazemitabar; M. Najafi

Volume 11, Issue 4 , December 2020, Pages 248-252

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2020.11.04.01

Abstract
  Due to lack of proper regulations in many areas of the world, consumers are not mandated to waste sorting at the origin of the source. Moreover, human sorting often suffers from human errors and low accuracy. In the intelligent detection system, it is attempted to break down a variety of household wastes ...  Read More

Modelling the Effect of Sorbate-Sorbent Interphase on the Adsorption of Pesticides and Herbicides by Historical Data Design

J. O. Ighalo; A. A. Adelodun; A. G. Adeniyi; C. A. Igwegbe

Volume 11, Issue 4 , December 2020, Pages 253-259

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2020.11.04.02

Abstract
  Statistical modelling was employed to analyze the effect of sorbate-sorbent interphase on the adsorption of pesticides and herbicides from aqueous media. The dataset used for this study was sourced from relevant and reputable published papers in the past five years. Sixty-six lines of data were analyzed ...  Read More

Providing an Optimal Execution Model for Windows Based on Glazing to Reduce Fossil Fuel Consumption (Case Study: Asman Residential Complex of Tabriz)

S. Abdoly Naser; F. Haghparast; M. Singery; H. Sattari Sarbangholi

Volume 11, Issue 4 , December 2020, Pages 260-270

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2020.11.04.03

Abstract
  According to statistics provided by the Iranian Statistics Center,40% of energy consumption is related to the housing sector. Windows as a component of exterior wall, Responsible for 20-30% of all energy infiltration. Therefore, the purpose of this study, is to optimize residential windows in cold and ...  Read More

Prediction of Solar Radiation According to Aerosol Optical Depth

F. Chabane; A. Arif; N. Moummi; A. Brima

Volume 11, Issue 4 , December 2020, Pages 271-276

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2020.11.04.04

Abstract
  The dependencye of aerosol optical depth on wavelength as well as the fit of the humidity, temperature and pressure approximation under atmoshperic condition at Biskra city of Algeria has been investigated. Our work consists of measuring and modeling solar radiation on the horizontal area to create a ...  Read More

Removal of Pb^(2+) Ions from Aqueous Solutions by Modified Magnetic Graphene Oxide: Adsorption Isotherms and Kinetics Studies

G. Ramezani; S. E. Moradi; M. Emadi

Volume 11, Issue 4 , December 2020, Pages 277-286

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2020.11.04.05

Abstract
  Graphene oxide based nano-composites have attracted huge attention for wastewater treatment specially removal of heavy metals. This paper reports adsorption of  onto modified magnetic graphene oxide with chitosan and cysteine (GO/ /Chi/Cys). To study the adsorbent morphology, Field Emission Scanning ...  Read More

Ecological Risk Assessment in Sediments from the Urbanized Lagoon of the Olympic Park

I. Y. D. C. Rodrigues; J. D. C. Campos; R. M. Cavalcante; A. C. Coutinho; A. T. Netto; A. L. D. S. Salomão

Volume 11, Issue 4 , December 2020, Pages 287-291

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2020.11.04.06

Abstract
  The Jacarepaguá Lagoon (JPAL) is part of a lagoon complex, located in the west zone of Rio de Janeiro city, and has largest drainage area of the complex. JPAL constantly receives the clandestine release of domestic and industrial effluents, in addition to diffuse contributions from drainage waters ...  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

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

Design, Construction and Production of Small Scale Energy Generation Plant using Indigenous Resources

M. Tamoor; M. Sagir; G. Abbas; M. Ans Zaka; P. ZakaUllah

Volume 11, Issue 4 , December 2020, Pages 308-319

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2020.11.04.09

Abstract
  Developing countries like Pakistan are in serious energy crisis. Renewable energy resources are the best alternative for conventional energy sources. The use of indigenous resources to produce bioenergy is an excellent solution to meet the energy needs of developing countries. The aim of the study was ...  Read More

Mechanical, Morphological Properties and Chemical Resistance of Filled Rattan Wastes Powder Epoxy Composites

O. O. Obiukwu; J. Igboekwe

Volume 11, Issue 4 , December 2020, Pages 320-329

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2020.11.04.10

Abstract
  Fibre content effects on mechanical, surface morphology and chemical resistance of epoxy/rattan fibre composite was investigated. By analysis of scanning electron microscopy (SEM), mechanical and chemical examinations. SEM shows the rattan fibre had improved facial adhesion and a fairly uniform distribution ...  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

Adsorption, Kinetic and Thermodynamic Study for Removal of Nickel Ions by Activated Carbon from Palm Kernel

M. Erhayem; R. Gaith; O. E. Otman; M. U. Frage

Volume 11, Issue 4 , December 2020, Pages 339-350

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2020.11.04.12

Abstract
  Palm kernel (PK) was activated by chemical activation (HNO3 at 230oC) to remove Ni(II) ions from aqueous solutions. Physicochemical properties of PK were reported. FT-IR analysis revealed changes in wave numbers and absorbance indicating Ni(II) adsorption onto activated carbon-PK surface. Energy dispersive ...  Read More

Evaluation of the Efficiency of Activated Sludge Process in Cefazolin and Doxorubicin Antibiotics Removal from Hospital Wastewater

F. Ardestani; M. Sheikhi

Volume 11, Issue 4 , December 2020, Pages 351-359

https://doi.org/10.5829/ijee.2020.11.04.13

Abstract
  Antibiotics and anticancer drugs have particular importance because of their environmental pollutants. The efficacy of the activated sludge process in the removal of Cefazolin and Doxorubicin from hospital wastewater in Sari city (Mazandaran Province) was investigated. The hospital effluent was investigated ...  Read More