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“A Comparative Analysis of the Concentrated Plasticity, the Yielded Block Spread Plasticity, and the Spread cracking and yielding block Pushover analysis models”
(2022-08)Pushover analysis is mainly carried out using the concentrated plasticity model where by when a point reaches yield, a hinge is placed at that point. The other is the yielded block spread plasticity model, whereby when a ... -
A regression model to enhance the profitability of local construction contractors in Uganda
(Kyambogo University [unpublished work], 2022-09)Doubtlessly, the principal goal of every construction business is to maximise its profitability. Short of adequate profitability, firms can neither attract outside capital nor survive in the long run. Amidst enormous ... -
Assessing biogas recovery potential from organic Solid waste generated from academic institutions (case study: Islamic university in Uganda - Mbale city)
(Kyambogo University[unpublished work], 2022-09)Resource recovery is contingent to the circular economy and the core intention is to replace the norm of largely linear economy of take make and dispose with one where resource circulation and disposal is fostered at ... -
Investigation of the effects of rice husk and rice straw on the properties of lightweight fibrecrete blocks
(Kyambogo University[unpublished work], 2022-10)Uganda’s progress towards achieving sustainable growth is curtailed by poor and limited infrastructure, over 60% of town population live in shantytowns with deprived quality accommodation and sanitation, 44% of households ... -
California bearing ratio for cohesive soils from quasi static cone tests
(Kyambogo University[unpublished work], 2022-10)In the majority of nations, the test most frequently employed to identify flexible pavement layers is the California Bearing Ratio (CBR). To get around the test's high cost, inconvenience, and length, Quasi static cone ... -
Comparison of physical and statistical models in predicting space-time decay of residual chlorine in water distribution system
(Kyambogo University[unpublished work], 2022-10)Chlorine is the most widely used disinfectant in water distribution due to its efficacy, ease of application, low cost and extended disinfection durability. The World Health Organization recommends concentrations of ... -
Investigation of cracks in flexible pavement on a section of Kampala – Masaka road
(Kyambogo University [unpublished work], 2022-11)The study investigated cracks in flexible pavement on a section of Kampala-Masaka Road. The continuous occurrence of cracks which has affected the riding quality, increase in travel times as the vehicles be moving at a ... -
A comparative analysis of existing models and a new pushover analysis model of reinforced concrete sections
(Engineering Structures, 2023-01)Pushover analysis is mainly carried out using the concentrated plasticity model whereby when a point reaches yield, a hinge is placed at that point. The other is the yielded block spread plasticity model, whereby when a ... -
Performance analysis of a hybrid of solar photovoltaic, genset, and hydro of a rural-based power mini-grid: case study of kisiizi hydro power mini-grid, Uganda
(MDPI- Processes, 2023-01)The power sector in Uganda has increased steadily, focusing majorly on rural electrification to increase the proportion of the rural population accessing electricity using grid extension and isolated mini-grid approaches. ... -
Investigating equipment productivity in feeder road maintenance in Uganda
(Elsevier, 2023-01)Rural roads form the largest part of Uganda’s road network (approximately 50.2%) and is therefore a critical part of economic growth in an agriculturally dependent country like Uganda. With Uganda’s rural population standing ... -
Application of black soldier fly larvae in decentralized treatment of faecal sludge from pit latrines in informal settlements in Kampala city
(Frontiers in Environmental Science, 2023-02)Introduction: Faecal sludge management (FSM) in urban areas of low-and middle-income countries (LMICs) is not properly implemented due to inaccessibility of sanitation facilities and high faecal sludge (FS) emptying costs, ... -
Biochar as a novel technology for treatment of onsite domestic wastewater : A critical review
(Frontiers in Environmental Science, 2023-02)Globally, about 2.7 billion people depend on onsite sanitation systems (OSS) (e.g., septic tanks) for their sanitation needs. Although onsite sanitation systems help in providing primary treatment for domestic wastewater, ... -
Changes in extreme precipitation over Mpologoma catchment in Uganda, East Africa
(Heliyon, 2023-02-17)Changes of five Extreme Precipitation Indices (EPIs) over Mpologoma catchment were examined. The EPIs were obtained from the long-term (1948–2016) gridded (0.25◦ × 0.25◦ ) Princeton Global Forcing (PGF) daily precipitation ... -
Progress of using risk assessment to manage small drinking-water supplies in Rwanda: a preliminary study
(MDPI- Processes, 2023-03)The World Health Organization promotes risk assessment and risk management through Water Safety Plans (WSPs) as the most effective way to manage drinking-water supplies. Despite proven advantages of this approach in other ... -
Field-based methods for measuring greenhouse gases emissions from on-site sanitation systems: A systematic review of published literature
(Heliyon, 2023-04)On-site sanitation systems (OSS) are a source of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Although ef- forts have been made recently to measure and quantify emissions from septic tanks using various field-based methods, the vast ... -
Interpretation of constant suction direct shear test
(EDP Sciences, 2023-04)Constant suction direct shear test enables the understanding of the failure mechanism in rainfall- induced landslides. It can be conducted using a conventional direct shear apparatus with some modifications. The constant ... -
Training model on electrical safety and energy conservation to socially-backward region school students
(IEEE, 2023-04)As the saying goes for knife, ‘‘It is a good servant, but a bad master the same holds good for electricity. It can brighten our lives and at the same can char one’s future if not handled properly. Electricity is very useful ... -
Abating eutrophication on urban lakes: a case study of Kabaka's Lake, Uganda
(IWA Publishing Water Practice & Technology, 2023-07)Eutrophication of water bodies is a challenge in many urban areas. This study measured and modelled quantitatively the pollutant nutrient load of an urban lake (80,596 m2), and assessed both external (constructed wetland) ... -
A study on the design and financial viability of solar pv plants in Rwanda
(IEEE, 2023-07)Solar PV systems are believed vital to provide reliable and eco-friendly energy to remote villages. However, a lack of information on the load demands, lack of information on factors of energy loss, and scarcity of information ... -
Assessment of risk management in cost estimation in the building construction industry in Uganda: a case of Kampala city
(Kyambogo University [unpublished work], 2023-08)The cost performance of construction projects is a key success factor. However, risks in construction projects make exact budgetary requirements difficult to forecast accurately resulting in underestimation and overestimation. ...