School of Engineering (SEng.) Collections: Recent submissions
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Contingency Analysis of the Electricity Transmission Network of Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2023)The operation of the Ugandan Grid is based on the Single outage Contingency criterion. Contingency is the failure of any power system equipment. Contingency analysis is the study of the outage of the components. Uganda’s ... -
Health monitoring system for oil cooled distribution transformers using IoT
(Makerere University, 2023)The increasing demand for reliable and efficient power distribution systems has led to the widespread use of oil-cooled distribution transformers. However, ensuring the optimal functioning and health of these transformers ... -
Modelling of a grid connected battery energy storage system to curb intermittent solar energy issues
(Makerere University, 2023-06)According to the Uganda vision 2040, It is estimated that Uganda will require 41,738 MW by 2040 thus increasing its electricity per capita consumption to 3,668 kWh. Furthermore, the access to the national grid must ... -
Development of a deep learning model for the classification and detection of maize leaf diseases.
(Makerere University, 2023-07-07)Maize leaf blight and maize streak virus are global diseases that severely impact maize crops, resulting in significant yield losses. Early detection of these diseases is crucial for preventing their spread and minimizing ... -
An IoT Based Monitoring and Control System for a Black Soldier Fly (BSF) Farm.
(Makerere University, 2023-10-03)The Black Soldier Fly (BSF), scientifically known as Hermetia Illucens, is a sustainable and more affordable alternative or substitute to fishmeal or soybean meal as a protein-based form of feed in pig, poultry, and fish ... -
Performance Analysis of Non-Orthogonal Multiple Access (NOMA) based Vertical Heterogeneous Network.
(Makerere University, 2023)Next generation networks are believed to be a combination of Ground and Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Base Stations. Non-Orthogonal Multiple Access (NOMA) is one of the promising radio access techniques for performance ... -
Smart Power Management System for an IoT device (Case study is based on Raspberry PI).
(Makerere University, 2023-08)The increasing demand for energy-efficient and automated systems has prompted the development of smart power management techniques. For this project, we therefore propose a “Smart Power Management System for an IoT device ... -
A Smart Voting System at Makerere University Using Facial Recognition and Fingerprint
(Makerere University, 2023-07-07)This research addresses the challenges faced by traditional voting systems and proposes a technologically advanced solution to enhance efficiency, security, and transparency. By integrating face recognition and fingerprint ... -
Analysis of quality of service in the controller management of software defined networks (SDN)
(Makerere University, 2023-09-29)Software-defined networking (SDN) is a transformative technology with the potential to revolutionize network management by providing fine-grained control over QoS for network traffic. This project aims to analyze the ... -
Smart indoor air quality and atmospheric monitoring system.
(Makerere University, 2023-07)The "Smart Indoor Air Quality and Atmospheric Monitoring System" project aims to develop an advanced solution for real-time monitoring and analysis of indoor air quality using sensors like DHT11 for temperature and humidity ... -
Design and implementation of smart safety helmets for motorcyclists
(Makerere University, 2023-07)Putting on a helmet is a legal requirement for all motorcyclists in Uganda. However, many motorcyclists don’t mind about their safety so they decide not to put on helmets and put their lives in danger as they give reasons ... -
Development of a Tele-physiotherapy Iot support device
(Makerere University, 2023-09-27)Pain is an unpleasant sensory and emotional experience associated with actual or potential tissue damage. It is often described as a distressing feeling that can vary in intensity, duration, and location. It leaves a person ... -
Development of an AI and IOT-based system detecting the exact quantity of eggs laid on a poultry farm.
(Makerere University, 2023)Poultry Keeping substantially contributes to household food security and nutritional development and also helps diversify the income returns of people around East Arica. In Uganda, the poultry sector has more than 47 million ... -
A low cost portable device for crop and fertilizer recommendation
(Makerere University, 2023-07-07)Agriculture is the backbone of Uganda’s economy and it plays a very important role in the economic development of the country .However most farmers lack knowledge about the quantity of the nutrients in the soil and likewise ... -
Boosting Farm Energy production through Waste to Energy Conversion. A case study using Piggery Waste and Charcoal Dust.
(Makerere University, 2023-07)Uganda is an energy-deprived country with limited access to electricity making farmers with a high-energy demand resort to alternative sources of energy like solar and biogas. Biogas is the more environmentally friendly ... -
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, 2023-08-20)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 ... -
Prototype and machine learning integration for varroa mite detection in bees.
(Makerere University, 2023-09-25)This report presents the development and implementation of a prototype system for Varroa mite detec- tion in bees, leveraging the integration of machine learning techniques and dual-camera setup. Varroa mites (Varroa ... -
Developing a Yaka App that Allows Remote payment and instant power connection
(Makerere University, 2023-07)Yaka is a prepaid metering system that is employed by UMEME, Uganda’s power distribution company that allows consumers to purchase electricity units; and manage their electricity usage and expenses more efficiently. Once ... -
A machine learning approach to IEEE 802.11 network intrusion detection
(Makerere University, 2022-09-30)Intrusions Detection Systems have been developed to protect wireless local area networks against intrusions; there are two types namely Anomaly-based Intrusions Detection Systems and Signature-based Intrusions Detection ... -
An investigation of the impact of workshops' machining waste on health, safety, and the environment in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-06-06)The purpose of this project is to evaluate the effects of workshop-generated machining waste on people's health, safety, and the environment. Waste produced by machining processes, such as metal shavings, coolants, ...