College of Engineering, Design, Art and Technology (CEDAT): Recent submissions
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Drought risk assessment using remote sensing and GIS Techniques; case study of Kotido District.
(Makerere University, 2023-05-05)Droughts pose significant challenges to agricultural productivity, food security, and overall socioeconomic stability in many regions. Accurate assessment of drought risk is crucial for effective mitigation and adaptation ... -
The provision of access facilities for the blind and visually impaired in public buildings in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2019)The different types of access facilities for the blind and visually impaired that can be adopted by public buildings in Uganda -
Investigating effects of plant based ploymeric material as a chemical admixture on the properties of concrete
(Makerere University, 2022-11)Aqueous extract of okra called here as bio-admixture was tested for use as a sustainable chemical admixture in the production of cement mortar and concrete. Several fresh and hardened states properties of cement mortars ... -
Assessing Current Water Supply to Sustain Water Uses in Public Toilets within Kampala
(Makerere University, 2023-02)Public toilets are a vital component in creating sustainable, accessible and comfortable cities for all. They are common sanitation options in most cities and towns of developing countries that aim at eliminating open ... -
Assessing the degree of accuracy of cost contingency for construction projects.
(Makerere University, 2021-12)Bello and Odusami (2012), Durdyev et al. (2012), Kamala et al. (2019) have postulated that every client or consultant would like to execute a project within the agreed final cost of the project, hence contingency sum is ... -
Using remote sensing and GIS techniques for agricultural drought assessment: A case study of Isingiro District
(Makerere University, 2024)This study focuses on the increasing frequency and intensity of drought globally since the 1970s, with a particular emphasis on Isingiro district. The district has been severely affected by drought for the past 20 years, ... -
Study on the effects of mixing pet and LDPE plastics on strength of plastic bonded paver blocks
(Makerere University, 2019-05)This study describes the use of different recycled plastic wastes (PET and LDPE) as potential materials used in the manufacture of plastic bonded paver blocks, with particular focus on the compressive and flexural strength. ... -
Utilisation of Energy efficient Electric Cooking appliances in small and medium Enterprises.
(Makerere University, 2022-10-17)Since most of the private sector in business in Uganda is entirely comprised of small and medium enterprises, there is a need to improve on their net gross revenue through improved modes of operation to meet the operating ... -
Assessing Agricultural drought vulnerability based on a Compsite index. A case study of Uganda .
(, 2015-07-03)In the recent years, Uganda has been experiencing drought incidences which are increasing in the intensity and frequency due to natural resource degradation, population pressure, development and climate change. Thousands ... -
Traffic sign recognition system using deep learning.
(2020-12-07)Traffic signs are an essential part of any transport system, and failure of detection by the driver may significantly increase the accident risk. Traffic sign detection also plays an important role in autonomous driving. ... -
A system to monitor water PH, temperature, and ammonia levels in Fish ponds using Industrial IOT
(Makerere University, 2024-04-02)In aquaculture, the quality of the pond water in the production systems can significantly affect the aquatic organism’s health and the costs associated with getting a product to the market. However, suppose the PH level, ... -
Assessing the drivers of PM 2.5 concentration: A case of Kampala district.
(Makerere University, 2023-05-01)Air pollution is considered to be the World’s largest environmental threat. Air pollution is the fourth leading risk factor causing cardiovascular, Metabolic and respiratory diseases such as Lung cancer, asthma, heart ... -
Design of a real time remote health monitoring system for a home of Elderly persons
(Makerere University, 2023-07-22)This project aims a designing a real-time remote health monitoring system for a home of elder persons utilizing LoRa technology. The system focuses continuous monitoring and real-time analysis of vital body parameters; ... -
A Power-Efficient Environmental Monitoring Station for Evaluating Low-Cost Sensors in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-07-07)Low-cost environmental monitoring devices offer an elegant solution to facilitate wider adoption of environmental monitoring in various fields of application. These devices are majorly based on low-cost sensors whose ... -
An investigation into space utilisation in apartment design in Central division of Kampala; a case study selected apartment buildings in Nakasero.
(Makerere University, 2022-12-16)The existence of different apartment space design typologies in Central Kampala has been brought about by the rapid urbanization and fast-growing populations caused by the unfavorable economic situation in developing ... -
An investigation into fire protection design in primary school dormitory buildings.
(Makerere University, 2023-02)One of the significant forces on Earth is fire. Humans' use of fire has long been regarded as a distinguishing trait of intelligence that sets us apart from other animals (Scott, 2018). For a fire, there are three essential ... -
Evaluation of bio-gas potential from water hyacinth
(Makerere University, 2018)Lake Victoria is the second largest fresh water lake in the world making it the source of the River Nile which plays host to many dams. Since it has fresh water, it is vested with lots of water hyacinth (Eichhornia crassipes). ... -
Feasibility study of solar powered low-cost ICT facilities for secondary schools
(Makerere University, 2019-06)This is a feasibility study carried out to specifically analyze the setup and operation of solar powered computer laboratories for schools in rural areas in Uganda. The proposed solar-powered computer laboratory was ... -
An Investigation into the functionality of the Wandegeya Market
(Makerere University, 2023-02)Currently, in Uganda, the government is making efforts to develop the traditional markets within the different municipalities by building new modern market buildings through the Markets and Trade Improvement Programme ... -
The importance of technology to teaching and learning of Jewellery at Margaret Trowell School of Industrial and Fine Arts
(2022-01)This research was based on the importance of technology to jewellery at Margret trowel of industrial and fine arts (MTSIFA). The purpose of the study was to account for the importance of technology towards jewelry as well ...