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  • Data science orientation for engineering students: teaching with open source software- R 
    Gwangwava, Norman; Addo-Tenkorang, Richard (Botswana International University Of Science and Technology, 2017-06)
    This paper highlights uses of R, an open source data analysis software and programming language, in teaching an engineering module (Quality Control and Management). The main objective is to orient engineering students to ...
  • Design of a solar charge controller for DC load output 
    Kandjise, Patrick; Tito, Pelonomi; Petso, Kesego; Mtengi, Bokani (Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST), 2019-06)
    One of several ways to provide power to off grid locations is through stored electrical energy devices such as batteries. This paper presents the design of an economical solar charge controller to be used in a stand-alone ...
  • Development of a dual axis solar tracking concept using morphological analysis 
    Mpodi, Emmanuel Karabo; Tjiparuro, Zeundjua; Matsebe, Oduetse (Botswana International University of Science and Technology, 2019-06)
    Solar energy is an abundant and clean resource. However, solar energy applications face the main dual challenges of low efficiency and high capital investment due to complexity in design. To mitigate low efficiencies, ...
  • Diversity and population structure of some woodland species in communal areas of north western Botswana. 
    Tsheboeng, Galathe; Murray-Hudson, Mike; Kashe, Keotshepile; Mmusi, Mmusi (Botswana International University of Science and Technology, 2017-06)
    Plants in arid areas are widely used for timber, food, fire wood and livestock fodder. As a result they could be threatened by over-exploitation from overgrazing and overharvesting. These threats are exacerbated by lack ...
  • Effect of deposition temperature on the wear behavior of WC-Co coated mild steel substrate 
    Phiri, Resego; Oladijo, Oluseyi Philip; Akinlabi, Esther Titilayo (Botswana International University of Science and Technology, 2019-06)
    Mild steel offers versatile properties at relatively lower cost. Therefore, the alloy has a large application base in the industry, nonetheless mild steel still possesses application limitations required by the increasing ...
  • Employing the internet of things in vehicle monitoring 
    Tlale, Taolo; Yahya, Abid; Chuma, Joseph; Diarra, Bakary; Samikannu, Ravi (Botswana International University of Science and Technology, 2017-06)
    This paper proposes a system for remotely monitoring the behavior of a vehicle. It monitors a vehicle in terms of four parameters which are engine temperature, rotational speed of the crankshaft and as well as the frequency ...
  • Energy audit of a meat processing plant 
    Chitena, Eng. Daniel; Oladiran, Moses Tunde (Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST), 2017-06)
    The study has come up with energy saving solutions for different sections or equipment of a meat processing plant in Botswana. Much of the old original equipment at the abattoir is still in place and there exists an ...
  • Energy calculation for the design and implementation of a solar system 
    Mokgathi, Mogakolodi; Samikannu, Ravi; Yahya, Abid; Diarra, Bakary (Botswana International University of Science and Technology, 2017-06)
    The project focused on one of the factors that affect the world at large which is the energy crisis. It is very clear that Grid power can no longer sustain the world on its own as fossil fuels are disbursed at a very high ...
  • Energy requirement analysis for the design of solar photovoltaic micro-grids in Botswana: a study of Jamataka village 
    Motladiile, Kealeboga P.; Bader, Tobias; Pugsley, Adrian; Smyth, Mervyn; Mondol, Jayanta (Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST), 2019-06)
    Substantial proportions of the world’s poor live in remote areas that are geographically isolated and are often sparsely populated or have a comparably low electricity demand to justify the extension of the main electricity ...
  • Enhancement of the pyrolysis process using ultrasound 
    Botha, Daniel Erich; Agachi, Paul Serban; Muzenda, Edison (Botswana International University of Science and Technology, 2017-06)
    It has been estimated that Botswana has more than 200 billion tons of coal locked up in its underground reserves. The logistics for export purposes simply do not exist to get these vast resources to the markets. There ...
  • Estimation of measurement uncertainty of routine pH measurement in selected chemical laboratories 
    Menong, Mercy B.; Andersen, Jens E.T. (Botswana International University of Science and Technology, 2017-06)
    A procedure for estimation of measurement uncertainty of routine pH measurement using pH meter with pH range -2 to 16, three-point calibration, easy recall of calibration point and slope data, temperature compensation and ...
  • An exploration of navigation technologies for visually challenged students at a university 
    Tangirala, Suryakanthi (Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST), 2017-06)
    Education is an important aspect of individual life and key to the region’s development. Education of disabled people has long been regarded as an area of concern. Visually disabled people struggle with a myriad of challenges ...
  • Externally funded research in the Okavango Delta, Botswana: a case study from the Okavango Research Institute 
    Makoba, Josephine; Moetse, Gaasite; Mosepele, Keta (Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST), 2017-06)
    Even though Research and Development (R&D) is a key driver of economic growth and development, the contribution to R&D as a proportion of Gross National Income (GNI) is less than 1% in developing countries, including ...
  • Geotechnical investigation of borrow-pit material quality for construction of sustainable gravel roads in Palapye- Botswana 
    Nkgwang, Temo Tsoso; Oladele, Adewole S. (Botswana International University of Science and Technology, 2017-06)
    The Geotechnical investigation of the gravel material used in the construction of gravel roads in Palapye is important as it ensures that the quality of the gravel material used complies with the Botswana Bureau of Standards ...
  • IGZO TFT versus the MOSFET 
    Matebesi, Unopa; Mogosetso, Gofaone; Lebekwe, Caspar K.; Ditshego, Nonofo M.J; Khoo, W.H; Sultan, Suhana Mohamed (Botswana International University of Science and Technology, 2019-06)
    Indium gallium zinc oxide thin film transistor (IGZO TFT) characteristics are investigated, improved and then compared with the standard metal-oxide semiconductor field effect transistor (MOSFET). The device tends to operate ...
  • Influence of the thermal radiation on the bioconvection of gyrotactic microorganism contains nanofluid 
    Shaw, Sachin; Narayana Rao, Subas Chandar; Prakash, Jagdish (Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST), 2017-06)
    Microorganisms play a vital role to understand the ecological system and so it is very important to understand the behavior of microorganism due to different parameters. In the present paper, we implement a mathematical ...
  • Interaction design principles in virtual learning tool 
    Shanmugasundaram, Suresh (Botswana International University of Science and Technology, 2019-06)
    As e-learning methods in Universities continue to grow, it becomes significant to recognize the usability challenges that are linked with the tools like Blackboard. Blackboard is being used in Botho University, so it is ...
  • Investigation of flow inside sharp bend elbows using numerical fluid mechanics. 
    Gadiile, Monametsi; Narayana Rao, Subas Chandar (Botswana International University of Science and Technology, 2017-06)
    Bent pipes and ducts are used extensively in the industrial complexes mainly due to space constraints. However, bends in pipes and ducts cause pressure losses and generate flow separation inside in the pipes and ducts ...
  • Investigation of geotechnical properties of gravel materials for improved quality of unpaved roads 
    Otumile, Thuto; Oladele, Adewole S. (Botswana International University of Science and Technology, 2017-06)
    Addressing issues of quality in gravel material by introducing proper testing of material will greatly reduce poor gravel road performance and the costs of maintenance. Locally, shortage of land and settlement in rural ...
  • Lamellipodial motility of a squared shaped cell - mathematical model 
    Rakakae, Matlhogonolo; Shaw, Sachin (Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST), 2019-06)
    Cell motility is an important biological action in the creation, operation and maintenance of our bodies. One of the best studied types of motility is the lamellipodial motility on flat, hard and sticky surface. To advance ...

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