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Implementation of a tamper proof GIS operated smart prepaid meter
(2019-06)Using an ATMEGA328P-PU microcontroller with an Ethernet and NEO GPS modem to provide remote notification SMS and disable the meter if assumed to have changed location or exposed to light. This helps to track the prepaid ... -
Refocusing appreciation towards visual arts in Kampala
(2017-11-24)Kampala is center of visual arts in Uganda, and yet the appreciation from the public (biggest percentage) towards the arts is still staggering. This has forced most artists to turn to neighboring Kenya and the western- ... -
The comparative study of observational drawings done at the Margaret Trowel School of Industrial and Fine Art compared to those done elsewhere
(2018-05-10)The study was meant to make a complete comparative study of the observational drawings both done at Margaret Trowell School of Industrial and Fine Art compared to those done elsewhere. The study captures the observational ... -
Flood risk assessment of River Nyamwamba in Kasese District
(2018-05-30)River Nyamwamba originates from Mountain Rwenzori flowing through Kasese district pouring its waters in lake George. Over the years, frequent floods have posed a great threat to communities in the catchment especially in ... -
Evaluating mechanical properties of concrete made by partial replacement of aggregates with recycled glass
(2019-06)This research project sought to investigate the structural performance of glass as a partial replacement for both fine and coarse aggregates, with great focus placed on determining the compressive strength and fresh concrete ... -
Evaluation of the performance of Expanded Polystyrene Panels (EPS) in comparison with common masonry as a walling unit in construction
(Makerere University, 2019-05)According to a study we carried out through distributing 50 questionnaires randomly to individuals renting in Kampala, part of the reason for the high percentage of the population settling in rental accommodation was the ... -
A time domain approach to sleep modes in Dense Cellular Networks
(Makerere University, 2019-06)Data traffic continues to increase exponentially and operators are continuously upgrading their networks to meet this demand. The resulting capital and operational expenditures have limited operator revenues. The ... -
Examining health, safety and environmental procedures in a motor vehicle maintenance workshop
(Makerere University, 2019)The purpose of this research project was to identify the gaps in health, safety and environmental procedures being used in a motor vehicle maintenance workshop and to recommend appropriate engineering and administrative ... -
Development of activated carbon from waste tires for water treatment
(Makerere University, 2019)Activated carbon has been there with us for centuries. It has wide applications in various industries. in the water-treatment, dye, sugar refining, among others. Therefore, production of activated carbons locally and ... -
Investigation of the suitability of cold recycled asphalt concrete for patching potholes in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2019-05-30)This study investigated the suitability of cold recycled asphalt concrete as a potential material for pothole patching in Uganda with the aim of reducing on the energy and time used, costs incurred, and environmental ... -
An inventory model to determine the value of petrloleum products in strategic storage reserves
(Makerere University, 2018-06)This report coves five chapters, the first chapter covers the introduction and explains the background,problem statement and objectives of the research. The second chapter covers the literature review as per the objectives ... -
Assessing the performance of the drainage system in Kansanga, Kampala
(Makerere University, 2019-05)This study examined the hydraulic performance of the main drainage channel in Kansanga catchment area. The areas along the main channel flood during high precipitation conditions despite the existence of the open drainage ... -
Design of a solar micro-irrigation system for a 35 acre farm in Kabarole District
(Makerere University, 2019-06)Elgeyo Marakwet organic farm is a mixed farm located in Kabarole district. Chia, red pepper and bananas are grown on approximately 34 acres of land on the farm. Sixty cows and about one hundred goats are currently reared ... -
Assessing the adequacy of medium voltage infrastructure (33kv) supplying Kampala central business district
(Makerere University, 2019-06-05)This project mainly focuses on the assessment of the medium voltage infrastructure of the 33kV network basing on the Kampala UMEME network. The basis of the analysis is attributed to the fact that there is a high economic ... -
Design and implementation of a low cost hands-free tap and flush toilet system
(Makerere University, 2019-06-24)In Uganda today, there is an increase in the use of water-borne toilets both in public, commercial, residential and health facilities. However, increased spread of diseases in the public due to the touching of flush toilet ... -
Performance evaluation of characteristics of black cotton soils modified with lime kiln dust and sand for subgrade construction
(Makerere University, 2019-05)Black cotton soil is a problematic expansive soil characterized by high swelling and shrinking nature hence poor subgrade characteristics. This research was aimed at improving the poor subgrade geotechnical properties of ... -
Design and implementation of a low cost thermo electric generator for a rural homested to solve for electricity inaccessibility
(Makerere University, 2019-08)This project focuses on the design and implementation of a system that generates electricity from heat of a cook stove. Most of the people in rural areas that have no access to the national grid are using biomass to meet ... -
The effect of rental income tax on the commercial real estate rent prices; Case study Kampala CBD
(Makerere University, 2019-07)The study intended to portray the effect of rental income tax on the commercial real estate rent prices in Kampala. The commercial real estate sector being one of the major sectors of the economy in Uganda has been affected ... -
Real time monitoring of a prepaid meter
(Makerere University, 2019-06)The Real Time Monitoring System and Notificatication Platform for prepaid meter (yaka meter) allows detection of meter tempering,identifies customers on direct supply and also ascertains the customer power consumption ... -
An investigation into the barriers and facilitators of walkability in the eastern part of Kampala Central Business District
(Makerere University, 2017)Walking is seemingly a forgotten mode of transport and consequently few analytical techniques are available to help practitioners identify low standard walking environments. Providing accessibility to the transport network ...
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