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  • Active role of learning institutions in promoting Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) 
    Gwangwava, Norman (Botswana International University of Science and Technology, 2019-06)
    Industrial revolution has gone through four phases denoted as the 1st industrial revolution (industry 1.0) through the 4th industrial revolution (4IR or industry 4.0). The 4th industrial revolution is taking place in the ...
  • Airblast prediction in a blasting operation using artificial intelligence 
    Gaopale, Kesalopa; Jamisola, Rodrigo S.; Seitshiro, Itumeleng (Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST), 2019-06)
    This paper presents the use of artificial neural network (ANN) to predict airblast that is induced by blasting in a diamond mine. A total of 94 blasting datasets were used to develop and train the ANN models using ...
  • Analysis of the axisymmetric far wake 
    Yane, Tshepho; Narayana Rao, Subas Chandar (Botswana International University of Science and Technology, 2017-06)
    The axisymmetric turbulent far wake of a long slender cylinder is being studied. Classical analytical solutions describing the wake width and the velocity defect are presented. The governing equations have been solved with ...
  • Anti-poaching system using wireless sensors network 
    Yahya, Abid; Bogaisang, Karabo D.; Gamoshe, Odirile G.; Maina, Dennis M. (Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST), 2019-06)
    Pertaining technology advancement, several innovations have been implemented in the wireless sensors networks field. This research seeks to facilitate innovation of a wireless network monitoring system that will be more ...
  • Application of artificial neural networks to predict blast-induced ground vibration in a diamond mine 
    Gaopale, Kesalopa; Jamisola, Rodrigo S.; Seitshiro, Itumeleng (Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST), 2019-06)
    In this paper, ground vibration that is induced by blasting was predicted using data gathered from a diamond mine. Artificial neural network (ANN) is used to train the model from the 94 blast dataset using Levenberg–Marquardt ...
  • Assessment of airborne bacterial diversity and antibiotic resistance patterns in wastewater treatment plants, hospitals and public transport 
    Tlhalerwa, Lindiwe; Rahube, Teddie O. (Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST), 2017-06)
    There is presently insufficient information on the atmospheric microbial level in Botswana, the occurrence and diversity of airborne microbes in Botswana is not well understood. In addition, there is also growing concern ...
  • Automatic channel allocation using cognitive radio 
    Kowa, Ofentse B.; Yahya, Abid; Marata, Leatile (Botswana International University of Science and Technology, 2017-06)
    Due to the high demand of free channels and lack of channel regulation policies unlike in the licensed spectrum, users do not sufficiently utilise the open band and cause interference. As a result, conventional and traditional ...
  • Autonomous trash collector robot with wireless charging system in a campus environment 
    Nagayo, Analene Montesines; Vikraman, Bindu Puthentharayil; Al Saidi, Mazna S.H.; Al Hosni, Ammar S.; Al Kharusi, Ali K.; Jamisola, Rodrigo S. (Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST), 2019-06)
    This work presents the design and implementation of an autonomous trash collector VEX Clawbot attached with a loading bin that is controlled by Arduino microcontroller. Features of the robot include GSM and GPS modules for ...
  • Classification of e-commerce online auctions and prediction of seller reputation 
    Valarmathi, B.; Pandit, Kavish A.; Pyla, Charan Kumar; Chellatamilan, Thiyagarajan; Yahya, Abid (Botswana International University of Science and Technology, 2019-06)
    Seller reputation plays a vital role in the E commerce market. The significant profit and analysis of the overall giant venture which provides both observable and heterogeneous reputation for the online community ...
  • Classification of patients data of predict signs of diabetic retinopathy 
    Gupta, Utsav; Valarmathi, B.; Santhi, K.; Yahya, Abid (Botswana International University of Science and Technology ( BIUST), 2019-06)
    In healthcare, data mining is fetching increasingly common, if not gradually essential. Data mining submissions can greatly profit all parties involved in the healthcare commerce. For instance, data mining can help healthcare ...
  • Cloud-based wireless monitoring system and control of a smart solar-powered aquaponics greenhouse to promote sustainable agriculture and fishery in an arid region 
    Nagayo, Analene Montesines; Jamisola, Rodrigo S. (2017-06)
    This paper presents the design and implementation of an aquaponics greenhouse cloud-based wireless monitoring system and control that allow plants and fish to co-exist in a synergetic and controlled ecology. Two controllers ...
  • Company-wide data integration model for the water utility sector 
    Sebubi, Oarabile; Dinakenyane, Otlhapile; Mpoeleng, Dimane (Botswana International University of Science and Technology, 2017-06)
    Data in the water utility sector are generated by different tools of different types in different formats and stored in different systems that run in different platforms and located in different places. This limits the ...
  • The contribution of building information management to structural engineering 
    Kerileng, Keoagile (Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST), 2017-06)
    It is noted worldwide that, the construction industry is faced with challenges of mismanagement, miscommunication and low quality products. Further, the construction players are investing their funds in dangerous projects ...
  • Correlative Analysis Of Plasmid Mobility and antibiotic resistance within ColE1 Plasmids 
    Kesamang, Monamodi L. (Botswana International University of Science and Technology, 2017-06)
    Antibiotic resistance in bacteria remains a major global health challenge in the control of infectious diseases. Antibiotic resistance genes are frequently transferred across bacterial communities by mobile genetic ...
  • 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 ...

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