School of Engineering (SEng.) Collections: Recent submissions
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Evaluating the adequacy of existing spillways and under sluice provisions for Isimba dam under normal and extreme flooding conditions.
(Makerere University, 2023-07)The importance of a safe spillway cannot be sufficiently emphasized; many dam failures have been caused by poorly designed spillways resulting in dam failure and downstream population damage (Lee et. al, 2013). Therefore, ... -
Technical evaluation of the performance of Dolochar in the removal of phosphates from hand washing wastewater.
(Makerere University, 2023-06-14)Dolochar, a waste generated from coal-based direct reduction of iron ore, has the potential to contribute to environmental sustainability and public health. This study focused on the utilization of dolochar as a treatment ... -
Utilization of water treatment sludge as a partial replacement for fine aggregates in making of solid concrete blocks
(Makerere University, 2023-06)Sludge production at the Ggaba III water treatment plant was approximated at 113,000 metric tons/year where by the means of its disposal was damping in nearby wetlands posing a significant risk to native ecosystems. This, ... -
Design and construction of a mass brick making machine.
(Makerere University, 2023)This is a report on the design and construction of a prototype of a mass brick making machine. It is divided into 5 chapters and in the first chapter, it introduces the project, the background, the problem statement, ... -
Assessing the effect of land use changes on runoff and sediment yield in Lubigi catchment in Kampala.
(Makerere University, 2023-10)Sediment deposition in drainage channels has hampered the performance of many urban drainage systems in Uganda. These sediments reduce the channel carrying capacity, resulting into reduced velocity and discharge of the run ... -
Design and Implementation of a Low-Cost LoRa-Based Sensor Node for Environmental Monitoring in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-07)Information about the environment plays a crucial role in effective planning and decision-making processes concerning environmental sustainability. Various environmental parameters such as ambient temperature and ... -
Assessment of the effect of fill depth and span on the conservativeness of the 2D method of analysis of box culverts in comparison to the 3D method
(Makerere University, 2023)This research study aimed to investigate the effect of fill depth and span on the conservativeness of the 2D method of analysis of box culverts in comparison with the 3D method. A total of 80 models were made using Midas ... -
Design and fabrication of a waste paper shredder machine.
(Makerere University, 2023-07-16)In the current era of technology where everything could be made in a softcopy, hard copies of paper are still widely used and unavoidable in every industry, every home, and every work office. However, hard-copy papers ... -
Investigation of the degree of compaction and moisture content for which the DCPT can provide reliable results for compacted soil.
(Makerere University, 2023-07-18)Ground investigation is the process of gathering and evaluating data about soil on a site to identify its qualities and behavior in geotechnical engineering of which the design of engineering structures makes use of this ... -
Design and construction of improved braking system of a pushcart (Mukokoteni).
(Makerere University, 2023-06-14)This project report consists of five chapters: Chapter 1 - Introduction, Chapter 2 - Literature Review, Chapter 3 - Methodology, Chapter 4 - Results, and Chapter 5 - Conclusions and Recommendations. Preceding these ... -
Investigation Into the use of the consolid system as a soil stabilizer in the pavement layers for low volume roads In Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2023-10-27)In engineering activities, soil with poor geotechnical properties e.g., strength, plasticity, bearing Capacity and compressibility has proven to be problematic although they can be stabilized, and then used. The soil samples ... -
Design of a smart health and drip monitoring system for admitted patients at mulago referral hospital
(Makerere University, 2023-10-27)This project entails the abstract below At Mulago Referral Hospital, particularly in ICU cases, the regulation of fluids into the bloodstream is crucial and is typically managed using a drip. The maintenance of a constant ... -
Development of a deep learning model for the classification and detection of maize leaf diseases
(Makerere University, 2023-07)Maize leaf blight and maize streak virus are global diseases that significantly damage maize crops and reduce yields. Early detection is crucial for preventing the spread of these diseases and minimizing financial losses. ... -
Assessing the effect of land use changes on runoff and sediment yield in Lubigi catchment in Kampala.
(Makerere University, 2023-06-14)Sediment deposition in drainage channels has hampered the performance of many urban drainage systems in Uganda. These sediments reduce the channel carrying capacity, resulting into reduced velocity and discharge of the run ... -
Comparative Performance of the Drainage Area Ratio method and the HEC-HMS model in modeling of ungauged catchments. A Case study of River Nyamwamba.
(Makerere University, 2023-07-14)Globally, surface water sources play a crucial role in providing drinking water, making it essential to understand their availability and ensure their long-term sustainability. However, studies investigating surface ... -
Development of a predictive model for enhanced grid densification and last mile connections in Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2023-10-23)Access to electricity plays a vital role in Uganda's social and economic development. However, the lack of updated and accurate information on power demand growth poses a challenge for utilities to effectively plan for ... -
Assessment of the influence of moisture content of soil on the DCPI.
(Makerere University, 2023-07)Soil investigation for any engineering structure is a critical aspect because the soils are burdened with the task of transferring all loading stress to underlying layers. To date, various methods have been employed ... -
Feasibility study on the use of drones for moving emergency healthcare supplies
(Makerere University, 2023-06)Medical emergencies have risen a concern for improvement in the timely delivery of medical services with the current means not providing an optimal solution. With the advancement of drone technology, there have been ... -
Impact of electric Bodaboda centralized charge stations on the Distribution Power Grid in Kampala. Case study: Wandegeya
(Makerere University, 2022-10-18)Boda Boda or motorcycle taxis are an important form of transport for most Ugandans due to their speed, manueverbility, and flexibility. Traditional boda boda are powered by Internal combustion engines which have negative ... -
Smart power management system for an IOT device( case study selected is based on a raspberry PI)
(Makerere University, 2023-07-07)The increasing demand for energy-efficient and automated systems has prompted the development of smart power management solutions. In this study, we propose a smart power management system based on a Raspberry Pi, ...