Faculty of Science & Technology (FST): Recent submissions
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Spectral analysis of the horizontal loop electromagnetic profiling data over a conductive half-plane
(Faculty of Science, University of Nairobi, 1992)Most interpretive methods in geophysical prospecting involve the analysis of a single signal which may be a spatial or time domain record of a given deterministic geophysical variable representing the anomaly of interest. ... -
Some discharge characteristics of rivers Rwamuthambi and Ragati subcatchments of the upper Tana catchment in Kenya
(Faculty of Science, University of Nairobi, 1993)The purpose of this study was an evaluation of hydrological aspects within the rivers Rwamuthambi and Ragati sub-catchments, relating to certain discharge and suspended sediment load characteristics. This was with respect ... -
Telkom Kenya vehicle management information system
(School of Computing and Informatics, 2001)The project has been designed and developed to improve the current manual Vehicle Management System of Telkom Kenya Limited. It aims at meeting the system user requirements and eliminating some of the problems encountered ... -
Use of magnetic method in identification of faults and underground structures, case study Olobanita well field Nakuru Kenya
(Department of Geology, University of Nairobi, 2012)Nakuru town the fastest growing town in Africa, with high population growth brought about by rural urban migration and high birth rate. This has lead to escalating water demand and setting up of well fields as Olobanita ... -
Data capture model for utility providers using hand held devices via mobile network : case for Nairobi Water Company
(School of Computing and Informatics, 2008)Utility providers faces a major task of collecting data from there remote installations. In order to be more efficient there is a growing need to reengineer there operations to make them more efficient, effective and ... -
Validation of precipitation estimates from satellite data over Ethiopia
(Department of Meteorology University of Nairobi, 2003)Most economic activities of African countries, like Ethiopia, such as agriculture, hydroelectric power, and industry are dependent on the availability of rainfall. Rainfall monitoring in space and time is therefore a ... -
Correlation of lithology, hydrothermal alteration with temperarures on Olkaria domes, Kenya
(Department of Geology, University of Nairobi, 2011)The Kenyan Rift which forms part of the great Eastern African rift is a graben.Its formation started about 5 million years ago followed by fissure eruptions in the axis of the Rift to form flood lava by about 2 to 1 ... -
Cold air outbreaks over Kenya and the associated atmospheric circulations
(Department of Meteorology University of Nairobi, 2007)The occurrences of cold air outbreaks have been associated with losses of human life, animal and crops, usage of energy and many other socio-economic miseries. In this study the objective was to investigate the cold air ... -
Systems associated with onset and cessation of march to may rainfall over the northern east coast of Tanzania
(Department of Meteorology University of Nairobi, 2009)This study has investigated two of the most important aspects of rainfall over the North eastern coast of Tanzania, namely onset and cessation dates (pentads) of the main long rainy season. These aspects have considerable ... -
The use of remote sensing product to monitor meteorological drought in east Africa
(Department of meteorology School of physical sciences University of Nairobi, 2010)Most drought studies have been dependent on limited rainfall data that is available in most parts of Africa. The new developments in space technology, especially satellite derived products now provide new opportunities ... -
An investigation on the effects of column ozone on the variability of UV radiation in a tropical African region
(Department of Meteorology University of Nairobi, 2007)Quantifying local and regional Ultra-Violet B (UV-B) radiation levels is important for studies on environmental, biological and human health effects of UV. This is because Total ozone reduction, results in higher amounts ... -
An investigation of temporal surface ozone concentration characteristics over Dar-es-Salam city
(Department of Meteorology University of Nairobi, 2009)Tanzania, like many developing countries, has been facing air pollution problems , through the Implementation of Air Quality Monitoring Capacity Building project by National Environment Management Council. Efforts are ... -
Comparative case study of rainfall - runoff models over the Nyando river basin
(Department of Meteorology University of Nairobi, 2004)The main objective of this study was to assess the performance of some existing rainfall-runoff linear systems models and a conceptual model using data from the Nyando catchment. In order to estimate the optimum parameters ... -
Assessment of adverse weather on the operations of air transport at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and Wilson Airport
(Department of Meteorology University of Nairobi, 2011)Air transport is the fastest and safest mode of transport. However, it is the most sensitive to weather. Adverse weather has a major impact on the safety, efficiency and capacity of aviation operations. Aircrafts are ... -
A Strategy for the Implementation of ISO 9000 Quality Management Systems in the ICT Industry in Kenya
(School of Computing and Informatics, 2006)This research project aimed at developing a strategy for the implementation of ISO 9000 quality management systems in the Kenyan leT industry. The work was undertaken due to the fact that few leT organizations have taken ... -
The ground trashing of ten day tamsat and CPC NOAA rainfall estimates over the western region of Uganda
(Department of Meteorology University of Nairobi, 2012)Rainfall products from operational algorithms like the TAMSAT and the NOAA CPC African Rainfall Estimate are being used for many diverse meteorological, climatological, hydrological, agricultural, and other applications. ... -
The impacts of weather on tourism in Zanzibar, Tanzania
(Department of Meteorology University of Nairobi, 2005)Tourism, Weather and climate are interconnected in many ways. This study uses rainfall and temperature to assess impacts of weather on tourism in Zanzibar. The climate and weather are important factors for a safe traveling ... -
Numerical simulation of weather over Kenya using the weather research and forecasting -environmental modeling system
(Department of meteorology School of physical sciences University of Nairobi, 2012)This study investigated the accuracy and skill of the Weather Research and Forecasting- Environmental Modelling System (WRF-EMS) to simulate weather over Kenya. The study period was March to May 2011, a long rain season. ... -
Simulation Of Climate Scenarios Over The Lake Victoria Basin Using The PRECIS Regional Climate Model
(Department of meteorology School of physical sciences University of Nairobi, 2008)For any given region to have sustainable development there is need to apply climate change information into its socio-economic strategic plans. The overall objective of the study was to simulate the climate scenarios ... -
Genesis and geochemical characterization of clay deposit of Kyatune area, southeastern Kenya
(Department of Geology, University of Nairobi, 2012)The area of study (Kyatune) is located in Southeastern Kenya in Kitui County. The trading centre is located at longitude 38° 6’ 59.5’’ E and latitude 1° 46’ 12.4’’ S and is composed almost entirely of rocks of the ...