Volume 13

Volume 13 (2023)

Published in 2023

Issues in this Volume

Issue 1 (June)

Articles in this Volume

10 articles
1
Research Article

A Review of Some Welding Parameters and their Effects on the Heat-Affected Zone of Mild Steel Plate

S. E. Apeh*, S. I. Kuye, O. R. Adetunji, Benedict Uche Anyanwu

Welding is one of the most important processes in manufacturing and construction industries. Various  categories of welding exist and there are many welding processes available from which and industrial  engineers can select for a particular application. The fusion category include the arc welding  processes, resistance welding and gas welding methods; the non-fusion or solid state include cold  w...

Jun, 2023 pp. 1-11
2
Research Article

Experimental and Computational Studies of Terminalia Catappa Exudate and its Corrosion Inhibition Potential for Improvised Implant for Medical Application

Agbele I. E.*, Omoniyi K. I., Uba S., Nwokem N. E., Emmanuel E. G

Abstract  Conventional weight loss and thermometric have investigated the inhibitory efficiency of Terminalia catappa on the  corrosion of improvised metallic implants. The improvised metallic implant from the fan guard can be employed as a  short-time profile implant item for the purpose of implantation and fixation in animals after a comparative study with  the standard stainless steel. The GS-M...

Jun, 2023 pp. 12-19
3
Research Article

Assessment of Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria Waste Stabilization Pond Efficiency through Principal Component Analysis with R Programming

Kayode O.S.*, Adayi L.E., SANNI M. I

In this study, the performance of the ABU (Ahmadu Bello University) waste stabilisation pond system was  evaluated, with a primary focus on its efficiency of organic loading remover, and the interplay of key  physicochemical parameters. Principal Component Analysis (PCA) application reveals strong correlations  between BOD and selected parameters, notably turbidity and total suspended solids (TSS)...

Jun, 2023 pp. 20-27
4
Research Article

Waste Management and Potential Environmental Impacts of Occupational Vat Dyeing Practices in Kano Metropolis, Nigeria

Abdullahi S.*, Adie,D. B., SALISU A

Industrial effluents in Nigeria are not treated in most cases but dumped into nearby open drainages  and water bodies which is an exact situation in Kano metropolis. Vat dyes are the main causes of  pollution in textile wastewaters and other industrial effluents. The aim of this paper is to investigate  the waste management strategies of occupational dyers in Kano metropolis and determine the pote...

Jun, 2023 pp. 28-39
5
Research Article

Influence of Fibre Properties on the Absorption Behavior of Aqueous Solutions in Web Structures

ILIYA E. B*, Abdulraheem Giwa, Sunmonu O K

Ten cotton varieties indigenous to the region were evaluated for their physical characteristics under standardized conditions using established protocols. Parallel-laid, cross-laid, and random-laid fibre webs with defined weight and dimensions (specific mass) were prepared from raw (unscoured), scoured, and scoured-mercerized samples of each variety. The vertical plane capillary rise of a dye solu...

Jun, 2023 pp. 58-65
6
Research Article

Cost-Benefit and Safety Comparison of Road and Pipeline Transport for Petroleum Products in Kano Depot, Nigeria

Muhammad Auwal Sani*, Abdulmumin Akoredeley Alabi

The Nigerian downstream petroleum sector faces numerous challenges, including underutilised refineries, poorly maintained pipelines and storage facilities, vandalism, and inadequate transportation infrastructure, all of which hinder the efficient supply and distribution of refined petroleum products nationwide. Originally intended as a supplementary method, road transportation has largely replaced...

Jun, 2023 pp. 74-84
7
Research Article

Effect of Woven E - Glass Fibre Loading on the Mechanical, Morphological and Physical Properties of Reinforced Polypropylene Composite for Automobile Application

E. Danladi*, Mamza P.A.P, Yaro S. A, Isa M. T, Sadiku E. R, Ray S. S

This research investigates the impact of glass fiber content on the mechanical, morphological, physical, and dynamic mechanical properties of polypropylene (PP) composites. The selection of PP and glass fiber is driven by their widespread availability, favorable mechanical characteristics, and cost-effectiveness. The study involves the fabrication of glass fiber-reinforced PP composites using a Ca...

Jun, 2023 pp. 66-73
8
Research Article

Safety and Accident Prevention in the Textile Industry

ILIYA E. B*, Abdulraheem Giwa

This paper emphasizes the importance of safety in manufacturing and the various consequences of accidents in the textile industry. It explores different types of accidents in these environments, including slips, falls, and machine-related incidents. The impact of accidents extends beyond injured workers, affecting production, finances, and company reputation. The key to preventing accidents lies i...

Jun, 2023 pp. 40-45
9
Research Article

Physico-Chemistry of Azara Barytes and its Suitability for Industrial Applications

Abdullahi, Y.*, Lawal, A. O

Azara baryte was subjected to analysis, revealing an average specific gravity of 4.3 g/cm³ and a loss on ignition of 1.71 wt%. The contents of Fe2O3, Al2O3, and BaO were determined using atomic absorption spectrometry. Gravimetric methods were employed to measure SiO2 and SO3, while flame photometry was utilized for the determination of CaO, MgO, Na2O, and K2O. The average percentage values for th...

Jun, 2023 pp. 53-57
10
Research Article

Mineralogical and Chemical Evaluation of Agbaja Fireclay for Industrial Applications

Abdullahi, Y.*, Gonah C. M.

To evaluate the potential of Agbaja clay for industrial applications, a comprehensive analysis of its physico-chemical and mineralogical properties was undertaken. The clay exhibited a predominantly kaolinitic composition, as determined by X-ray powder diffraction (XRD), with halloysite and illite as minor constituents. The chemical analysis revealed significant alumina (Al₂O₃) and silica (SiO₂) c...

Jun, 2023 pp. 46-52
Back to Archives