School of Engineering (SEng.)
Recent Submissions
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Development of a portable mini-electronic lab oscilloscope IOT device (MULMET)
(Makerere University, 2022-09-20)This project is aimed at designing a computerized mini-electronics lab measuring tool that delivers core functions of a multimeter, oscilloscope and functional generator. The device works with a smart phone via a mobile ... -
Development of a LORA based tamper monitoring system for utility meters
(Makerere University, 2023-02-03)Electricity crisis has become a serious issue due to the high rate of load growth in the recent years. Approximately 180,000 new customers are connected to the grid each year and this brings about a challenge in load ... -
A Statistical Evaluation On the Quality of Construction practice in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-10)This research investigated statistically the quality of construction practice in Uganda. The specific objectives were to: investigate the quality of concrete used specifically looking at the standard deviation in the ... -
A deep learning voice recommender system for farmers' questions.
(Makerere University, 2022-09)In today’s society services centered around voices are gaining popularity. Being able to provide the users with voices they like, to obtain and sustain their attention, is of importance for enhancing the overall experience ... -
Establishment of a Maintenance Management System at Adexxa Tile Adhesive Factory, Naggalama
(Makerere University, 2022-10-07)Adexxa tile adhesive factory is owned by and produces tile adhesive and grout for Lukomu Uganda Limited. It was a small enterprise employing mostly casual labourers and with a production line consisting of both locally ... -
Assessing the Impact of Land Use and Solid Waste Management on Flooding in Kinawataka Catchment
(Makerere University, 2023)Over the last years, there has been massive land use change in the Kinawataka catchment area. The effect of this has been increased runoff beyond the capacity of the existing drainage channels and this, coupled with climate ... -
Implementing device to device Communication using software defined radios on 4G Cellular systems
(Makerere University, 2022-09)With the development of the Third Generation Partnership Project (3GPP), cellular communication has reached 4G standard supporting increased speeds and bandwidth. With the advancement tending to 5G, a large number of ... -
Development of a Load Scheduling Algorithm to aid in demand side management for an Industrial use case
(Makerere University, 2022-09-21)This report suggests novel Binary Particle swarm optimization algorithm to be used in Scheduling Algorithm to Aid in Demand Side Management for Industrial Consumers Information on the general background behind the concepts ... -
Development of a low-cost linux-based microcomputer evaluation kit using electronic waste
(Makerere University, 2022)Linux-based Evaluation kit involves the use of ARM microprocessor chips with a memory management unit (MMU) to run an embedded microcomputer application such as Robotics, home security system, medical and automotive systems ... -
Development of a Low cost Linux based Microcomputer Evaluation Kit Using Electronic waste
(Makerere University, 2022)In comparison with low end microprocessor, ARM9 core seems to be a quite processor that’s sophiscated. In development of prototype and system design verification before taking to actual system development Evaluation kit ... -
Assessing the Impact of Seismic Dampers in Bridge Design. Case Study: The Ntungu bridge in Isingiro, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-11-28)Uganda has several historic bridges from the mid-twentieth century, but there is a significant demand for new bridges in many other places to meet future traffic demands. The report case study is located on a highway ... -
Development of an energy optimization Algorithm for honeybess monitoring systems.
(Makerere University, 2022-09)Several state-of-the-art honeybee monitoring systems utilize the Raspberry Pi IoT platform. However, their biggest challenge is high device power consumption, which scales with the number of sensors connected. Previous ... -
Development of a portable mini-electronic lab oscilloscope IOT device (MULMET)
(Makerere University, 2022-12-20)The goal of this project is to create a computerized mini-electronics measurement device for the lab that performs the essential duties of a multimeter, oscilloscope, and functional generator. A mobile app connects the ... -
Design and simulation of a solar supplemented briquette dryer utilizing waste energy from carbonization process
(Makerere University, 2022-10-10)This project involved the design and simulation of a solar supplemented briquette dryer utilizing waste energy from carbonization process. It involved activities like data collection, literature review, identification of ... -
Assessing the degree of accuracy of the SCHMIDT’S rebound hammer in estimating the compressive strength of concretes in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-10)A rebound hammer is a non-destructive testing apparatus whereby the rebound of the spring-driven mass is measured after its impact with a concrete surface. The output of the rebound hammer is referred to as the rebound ... -
Design and construction of a local coffee grinder that uses wood for grinding for home use
(Makerere University, 2023-01-31)Mechanical engineering is essential in production and manufacturing. Production and manufacturing processes deals with conversion of raw materials into finished products using available technology. In this project of ... -
Extraction and precipitation of phosphorus from effluent out of a sewage treatment plant to reduce eutrophication of surface water: a case of Lubigi Wastewater Treatment Plant
(Makerere University, 2022-03-18)The removal of phosphorus (P) from domestic wastewater was investigated primarily to reduce the potential for eutrophication in receiving waters. Phosphorus was extracted from domestic wastewater collected from Lubigi ... -
Design and implementation of an automated poultry monitoring system
(Makerere University, 2020-12)The poultry business relies on human analysis to monitor the farm environment to yield better poultry products including meat and eggs. This process is subject to errors of omission resulting from unpredictable human ... -
An evaluation of the design of post-stroke rehabilitation centers in Uganda. (a case study of stroke rehabilitation center in wampum.)
(Makerere University, 2022-05-27)Stroke patients are still a group whose spatial needs are not well-understood (Kevdzija, 2021). The impact of a stroke can be wide-ranging, and no two strokes are the same (Lipson Smith et al., 2019). As a result, each ... -
Assessing the defects on the main structural components of the Kampala Namanve commuter railway and investigating their effect on the track’s geometry.
(Makerere University, 2023-10-01)An efficient rail network is essential in aiding the development of the state and its citizens by improving and availing other means of transportation and communication, for both passengers and cargo. It is therefore ...
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