Browsing Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment & Design (FEng / FBD) by Title
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The interaction of universities and industry in science
(1996)There is an emerging consensus in the literature that increased university-industry interactions are not only possible, but also desirable. The awareness of the importance of the university-industry interaction phenomenon ... -
Interference Cancellation In Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Systems
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Maximizing the efficiency of Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) systems is one of the main challenges in application domains, such as logistics and supply chain management, where the undesired effect of interference ... -
An intrinsic discrete dislocation-finite element formulation of metal plasticity
(Department of Civil Engineering, University of Nairobi, 2008)This work was carried out to develop and test a finite element based technique Lilat incorporates dislocation information for use in simulating elastic and plastic behavior in Body Centered Cubic metals and alloys. Initial ... -
Introduction To Land Economics
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Investigating deficiency of child friendly urban spaces in low income neighborhoods: case study of Pipeline Tenements
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Investigating Factors Leading to Unplanned Suburbanization: a Case Study of Ruai, Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Suburbanization is the effect of disproportional expansion of cities to accommodate increasing functions and populations due to push and pull factors. Suburbanization fosters complexities however, given its haphazard ... -
Investigating habitation of public open spaces in the city of Kisumu - case study of Jomo Kenyatta sports ground
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Design of urban open spaces needs insight into the needs of the users. Public open spaces in the city of Kisumu are not well documented forcing whoever is searching for information on these spaces to rely on resource ... -
Investigating Power Grid Frequency Stability With Wind Energy Using Particle Swarm Optimisation Algorithm.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Title: Investigating Power Grid Frequency Stability with Wind Energy using Particle Swarm Optimization Algorithm. Reg. No: F56/83018/2015. Renewable energy sources (RES) have become a key area of concern and interest ... -
Investigating renewable energy potential for rural electrification in Rwanda: technical and economic viability
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Rwanda is a country with many hills, thus expansion of electricity is expensive. Hence no wonder that at the present, the major energy resource used in Rwanda is fuel wood biomass where the current national electrification ... -
Investigating the geothermal potential of Lake Magadi using GIS and remote sensing technology
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2012)Geothermal energy has been discovered in various parts of the Rift Valley like Olkaria in Naivasha where geothermal wells have been sunk. The purpose of this project is to use GIS and Remote Sensing techniques to investigate ... -
Investigating The Management Of Construction Wastes In Nairobi County:
(University of Nairobi, 2019)This research project delved into the management of wastes within the construction sites specifically targeting Nairobi County in Kenya. The aim was to investigate sustainable waste management practices in construction ... -
Investigating the mechanical properties of glass reinforced polymer as material for solar hot water tanks in coastal areas
(University of Nairobi, 2015-11)Abstract: Over the years solar water heater storage tanks have been made of galvanized steel or coated with enamel to prevent rusting due to corrosion. Current designs and fabrications of solar heater storage tanks do ... -
Investigating The Potential For Industrial Development In Juja Town, Kiambu County
(UoN, 2018)The study finds its foundation from the fact that industrial activities are referenced to having a role in development and economic growth. Nations have strongly related the activities to transport corridors and argued ... -
Investigating the Potential Use of Tuff Aggregates to Produce Lightweight Concrete
(UON, 2021)Lightweight concrete can be made by using either artificial lightweight aggregates or natural lightweight aggregates. Artificial lightweight aggregates include expanded clay, ground blast furnace slag, slate, and shale. ... -
An investigation into electronic waste management a case study of Nairobi’s cbd and Dandora dumping site
(University of Nairobi, 2008)E-waste is a popular informal name for electronic products nearing the end of their useful life. E-waste is considered dangerous as certain components of some electronic products contain materials that are hazardous depending ... -
An investigation into environmental imp acts of land use conflicts in urban areas. (case study: Zimmerman area).
(University of Nairobi, 2008-07)Several issues cause adverse impacts on the environment. Key among them is the improper use of land as a factor of production. his stud i about the environmental impacts of land use conflicts in urban areas with special ... -
Investigation Into Estimation of Building Projects Variation Contract Period
(University of Nairobi, 2016)In Kenya, the construction industry has a big contribution to national economic growth and therefore the improvement in efficiencies of the industry through of effectiveness in timelines that would certainly contribute ... -
An Investigation Into Ethics Management Amongst Contractors In Kenya – A Case Study Of Nairobi County
(UoN, 2019)The construction industry continues to grow in terms of financial expenditure and in spurring economic development in the country; thus its importance cannot be overlooked. With this vibrancy, there are, however incessant ... -
An investigation into factors causing delays in road construction projects in Kenya
(Department of Real Estate and Construction Management, University of Nairobi, 2006)The majority of road construction projects in Kenya do not get completed within the initially set targets of time. Project delays frustrate the process of development, have an immeasurable cost to the society, and also ... -
An investigation into factors that affect the accuracy of cost estimates for bulldings : case study of private residential and office projects in the city of Nairobi
(University Of NairobiCollege of Architecture and Engineering, 2006)The purpose of all pre-tender estimates is to provide an indication of the probable cost of the new construction. Decision-making at the early stages of a project, initial appropriations and economic feasibility studies ...