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Characterisation of Asphalt Mixtures for Permanent Deformation
(University of Nairobi, 2014)The study used triaxial compression test to characterize asphalt mixtures for permanent deformation. Various factors both structural and environmental that affect the permanent deformation of asphalt mixtures were investigated ... -
Characterisation, management and improvement strategies for household waste in Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2009)National and international targets for solid waste recycling, recovery and diversion from landfill have been set to help in development of effective strategies. To meet these targets requires reliable information on the ... -
Characteristics of some Kenyan sands and their effect on mortar strength
(Department of Civil Engineering, 1992)In Kenya, portland cement (Ordinary and Rapid-hardening) strength quality control is done to meet the requirements of the British standard BS 12: 1989 or the ... -
Characteristics of Cinder Gravel as Road Pavement Construction Material in Meru County, Kenya Science in Civil Engineering
(University of nairobi, 2022)The availability of suitable road construction materials that meet the specification requirements are becoming scarce and therefore the use of marginal materials presents challenges during construction and performance when ... -
Characterization and application of Neutron Flux of a 370 GBq 241Am-Be irradiating systems
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2009)Characterization of spatial neutron flux distribution above a 370 G B q 24 I Am - Ben e u t ron. sou r c e ina mod era tin gas s e m b I y has bee n performed experimentally; The source is surrounded by paraffin wax except ... -
Characterization of microstructure and mechanical properties in the HAZ of en24 steel after post weld heat treatment
(University of Nairobi, 2018)EN24 steel is widely used to fabricate components for power transmission in industry due to its high strength to weight ratio. The hardness of this steel in tempered (T) condition, EN24T, is between 265 HV10 and 320HV10 ... -
Child Friendly Urban Spaces Sustainable Integration of the Children in the Planning and Designing of Low Income Urban Residential Neighborhoods, a Comparative Study of Kaloleni, Buru Buru Phase I and Kayole Phase I in Eastland's, Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2006)Urban residential neighborhoods are the primary environment for children during their critical early period when they are most vulnerable and developing rapidly. Residential areas are supposed to be safe, secure and ... -
Civic buildings exterior transition spaces a study of City Square, Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2011)Exterior transition spaces are more than a building's foreground separating the entrance and other parts. Kenya's seat of government buildings which frame the city square and the exterior transition spaces have not appreciated ... -
The civil society and humanitarian assistance to internally displaced persons in Africa
(Institute of Diplomacy & International Studies (IDIS), 2005-10)This dissertation is premised on and informed by primary and secondary data based on the civil society and humanitarian assistance to internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Africa, focusing on a case study of the Catholic ... -
Claim to Urban Space: A Study of Hawkers (Street Vendors) Within the Central Business District of Nairobi- Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2004)Some of the biggest challenges facing urban centres in Kenya today is how to tackle the issues of unemployment, through the provision of viable areas for self-employment opportunities as well as improving the quality, ... -
Climate Responsive Institutional Buildings In Nairobi
(UoN, 2019)A history of higher education shows that universities and colleges have been at the frontage of making as well as deconstructing theories and paradigms. They have commanded social change as a result of scientific breakthroughs ... -
Co-design in the development of effective museums in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)In today’s changing world, attention for people’s time is increasingly growing and museums across the world are crafting means of reaching a wide range of new audiences and repeat visitors to remain relevant in the market. ... -
Co-designing for Sustainable Community-based Tourism Enterprises in Homa Bay County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The advocacy for community participation in local development has been in existence for a while now, with its roots in the concept of sustainability and sustainable development. This emphasis on community participation ... -
Coast Institute of Science and Technology Mombasa North
(Faculty of Architecture, Design And Development, University of Nairobi, 1976)An institute of Technology, offering teaching, boarding for students and houses for staff form a sort of community it is necessary to establish a functioning order, within this community, which will bring about an ... -
Commercial subcontracting linkages between small scale manufacturers and large business enterprises in Nairobi, kenya
(University of NairobiDepartment of Urban and Regional Planning, 1993)Small scale sector development is one of the major government strategies for combating unemployment and bringing about economic growth. The concern of this study is to look into ways that its growth could be fostered ... -
Commercialisation of water services in informal settlements: case study of Manyatta, municipality of Kisumu, Kenya
(University of NairobiDepartment of Urban & Regional Planning, 2006)Increasing economic difficulties and changes in prevailing ideologies in African countries has since led to calls for a reduction in the role of the state in public service provision. The thrust for public services, ... -
Communicaton via emblems: the case of University emblems in Kenya
(School of the Arts and Design, University of Nairobi, 2006)This study is an outcome of investigation of emblems Kenya universities use as identification marks; it the study was intended to establish whether or not emblems are accurate communication devices. In order to achieve ... -
Community Dialogue with Design: The Case of EcoSan Toilet in Kisumu, Kenya
(School of the Arts and Design, 2009)This thesis explores the place of design in a community, focused specifically on how EcoSan1, an innovative ecological waste management system. EcoSan has the potential to transform a community and provide healthy sustainable ... -
Community facilities in Uganda with main emphasis on East Buganda and West Buganda
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Community organizations, their role in the maintenance management of basic infrastructure in middle- income estates. a case study of Buru Buru estate
(Department of Land Development, University of Nairobi, 2002-06)The study is centered on the state and quality of the environment with special reference to Bum Buru estate, a planned residential estate. Buru Buru is an estate taken to be a representative sample of what is the state ...