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Deformation Behavior of Led And Hiled Cured Dental Resin Microhybrid and Nanofilled Composites
(UNILAG Journal of Medicine, Science and Technology, 2016)The deformation behavior of commercial microhybrid resin based composite (20/20 composite) and nanofilled composite (Light Cured Universal Composite) cured with the conventional Light Emitting Diode (LED) and exponential ... -
Dehydration and Rehydration Characterization of Yam (Dioscorea Rotundata) Tuber Slices Using a Refractance WindowTM Dryer,
(Zimbabwe Journal of Science & Technology, 2017)The effect of slice thickness on the dehydration and rehydration characteristics of yam was studied in a Refractance Window TM (RW) type dryer constructed from a laboratory water bath. Yam slices 1.5, 3.0 and 4.5 mm thick ... -
Dehydration Characterization of Carrot (Daucus Carota) Slices Dried Using the Refractance Window™ Drying Technique
(Zimbabwe Journal of Science & Technology, 2016)The drying characteristics of yellow carrots (Daucus Carota) were studied using a laboratory scale batch Refractance Window™ (RW) dryer. This study was performed to facilitate the understanding of the design on a continuously ... -
Dehydration Kinetics of Cassava, Yam and Potato Slices Using a Refractance WindowTM Dryer
(FUOYE Journal of Engineering and Technology, 2018)This study aims to investigate the drying characteristics of cassava, yam, and potato slices using a laboratory scale batch Refractance Window™ (RW) dryer. The experimental dryer was constructed by modifying a laboratory ... -
Design and Development of a Cardiovascular Monitoring System
(Faculty of Engineering, The University of the West Indies St Augustine, Trinidad and Tobago, West Indies, 2019-07-01)Cardiovascular diseases are the most common causes of deaths globally. Continuous and regular monitoring of vital signs is necessary for patients suffering from cardiovascular diseases especially in low and middle income ... -
The Design and Development of a novel Cryotherapy Device for Physical Therapy: A Preliminary Report
(Nig. Quaterly Journal of Hospital Medicine, 2016-12-01)Background: Cold application in the commonest cryotherapy method used in hospitals, homes and schools. In this paper, we present a simple electronic device for cooling biological tissues, which requires neither water nor ... -
Design and development of cashew nut shelling machine
(Emerald Group Publishing Limited, 2010-07-29)The purpose of this paper is to investigate the physical and mechanical characteristics of the roasted cashew nut during fracture, by subjecting the nut to varying impact load tests at different orientations to ascertain ... -
Design and performance evaluation of centrifugal cashew nut sheller for improving the whole kernel recovery
(Agricultural Engineering International, 2017-03-25)Cashew nut centrifugal shelling machine was designed and constructed. Shelling efficiency and whole kernel recovery were evaluated for hot-oil roasted nuts on the machine. The design was based on the principle of the optimum ... -
Design, Development And Assessment Of Maintenance System For Building Industry In Developing Countries
(2001-09-06)This paper examines the problems of maintenance in developing countries. It acknowledges poor maintenance culture as a worldwide problem but notes that the situation is at an alarming rate in the developing countries. ... -
Determination Of Some Structural Properties Of African Oil Palm Timber (ELAIES GUINEENSIS)
(1989)Oil palm trees are abundant in Nigeria but they are hardly used for structural purposes, except in some rural areas where they are used as roof trusses, floor joists and occassionally columns.' In this paper tensile ... -
Determining Thermal Characteristics of an Oil-Fired Crucible Furnace Using Clay and Alumina Bricks
(The Journal of the Association of Professional Engineers of Trinidad and Tobago, 2020)This paper explores the results of an experimental study that was intended to determine the thermal characteristics of an oil-fired crucible furnace using clay and alumina bricks. For the study, a refractory with 0.03118m3 ... -
Determining Thermal Characteristics of an Oil-Fired Crucible Furnace Using Clay and Alumina Bricks
(JOURNAL OF THE ASSOCIATION OF PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS OF TRINIDAD & TOBAGO, 2020)This paper explores the results of an experimental study that was intended to determine the thermal characteristics of an oil-fired crucible furnace using clay and alumina bricks. For the study, a refractory with 0.03118m3 ... -
Determining Thermal Characteristics of an Oil-Fired Crucible Furnace Using Clay and Alumina Bricks
(The Journal of the Association of Professional Engineers of Trinidad and Tobago, 2020)This paper explores the results of an experimental study that was intended to determine the thermal characteristics of an oil-fired crucible furnace using clay and alumina bricks. For the study, a refractory with 0.03118m3 ... -
Determining Thermal Characteristics of an Oil-Fired Crucible Furnace Using Clay and Alumina Bricks
(The Journal of the Association of Professional Engineers of Trinidad and Tobago, 2020)This paper explores the results of an experimental study that was intended to determine the thermal characteristics of an oil-fired crucible furnace using clay and alumina bricks. For the study, a refractory with 0.03118m3 ... -
Developing Sustainable Renewable Energy for Rural Dwellers' Energy Sufficiency
(ABUAD Journal of Engineering Research and Development (AJERD), 2017)The issues connected with the worldwide growth in energy consumption, energy conservation, and finding environmentally benign ways of energy production may arguably be the most significant challenge facing mankind in the ... -
Developing Sustainable Renewable Energy for Rural Dwellers' Energy Sufficiency
(ABUAD Journal of Engineering Research and Development (AJERD), 2017)The issues connected with the worldwide growth in energy consumption, energy conservation, and finding environmentally benign ways of energy production may arguably be the most significant challenge facing mankind in the ... -
Development and characterisation of iron millscale particle reinforced ceramic matrix composite
(Journal of Taibah University for Science, 2017)The quest for quality brake pads for use in aircrafts and automobiles to ensure effectiveness and safety continues to attract attention. Hence, this study was carried out as part of the global efforts at tackling the ... -
Development and characterization of collagen‑based electrospun scaffolds containing silver sulphadiazine and Aspalathus linearis extract for potential wound healing applications
(SN Applied Sciences, 2020)Bone, skin and soft tissue chronic wounds emanating from burns or bacterial infections which persist due to prolonged tissue inflammation contribute to a delay in wound healing. Electrospun biomimetic scaffolds produced ... -
Development and Characterization of E-Glass Particulate Reinforced Epoxy Composite for Automobile Application
(JOURNAL OF MATERIALS AND ENGINEERING STRUCTURES., 2019)The structure and mechanical properties of epoxy composites reinforced with E-glass particles have been evaluated to assess the possibility of using the composite as a new material for car bumper fabrication. Epoxy resin ...