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The limiting value of the fleet angle of a rope running off a sheave
(2005)
Based upon specialised experience of rope mechanics spanning over 20
years, this paper reviews the processes of degradation and fatigue that are
relevant to hoisting ropes in mines. The review is brought up to date ...
Design and Evaluation of Solar Grain Dryer with a Back-up Heater
(University of Nairobi, 2014-04)
The aim of the study was to design and construct a solar grain dryer integrated with a simple biomass
burner using locally
available materials. This was to address the limitations of the natural sun drying for example
drying ...
An Investigation Into Low‐temperature Nitrogen Plasma Environment Effect On The Content Of Polyphenols During Withering In Made Kenyan Tea
(University of Nairobi, 2014-12)
Low-temperature nitrogen plasma (LTNP) was used to wither green tea leaf to study its effect on the
polyphenol content. Using a dielectric barrier discharge chamber to provide the LTNP environment,
green tea leaf was ...
Accumulation Of Nitrogen And Phosphorous By Vetiver Grass (Chrysopogon Zizanioides) In A Model Constructed Wetland Treatment System For Polishing Municipal Wastewater
(University of Nairobi, 2018)
Kenya is classified as water scarce country yet the existing fresh water resources are under constant threat of pollution resulting from wastewater inflows. Wastewater contains nitrates and phosphates that stimulate excessive ...
Heavy metal pollution in sediments, water and flora along Thika River
(2018-06)
The levels of heavy metals were determined in environmental samples; water, flora and
sediments along the Thika River, specifically, to investigate their distribution and to determine
the extent of pollution. Water, ...
Determination of basic mean hourly wind speeds for structural design in Nairobi county
(University of Nairobi, 2014)
Structural
Engineers should be able to
accurately
predict
all loads affecting structures.
Consideration of wind
loads is very important in the
s
tructural design especially in the design of high rise structures.
This, ...
Construction statistics review for Kenya.
(2007)
Construction is a strategic industry in developing economies like Kenya. In order for construction to ably perform this role, there is a need to provide information on its various economic aspects including raw materials, ...
An Experimental Prototype For Low Head Small Hydro Power Generation Using Hydram
(2012)
The global rise in energy demand has resulted to the over exploitation of both renewable and non renewable energy sources. Most feasible hydroelectric power (HEP) plants sites have been exploited and the current focus ...
Privatization of Urban Water Supply in Kenya: Policy Options for the Poor,
(2004)
This paper considers how the government of Kenya’s plans to privatize water supplies in urban areas could ensure that the needs of those living in informal settlements and of others with inadequate water provision are ...