Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment & Design (FEng / FBD): Recent submissions
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The design,construction and testing of a solar
(1982)The project consisted of the design, construction, and testing of an exclusively solar oper ated refrigeration unit. direct application of solar energy to refrigeration involved the use of an intermittent absorption ... -
Fracture behaviour of ceramic cylinders due to thermal stresses
(Department of mechanical and manufacturing engineering, 1986)Recently developed domestic stoves are equipped with ceramic lining that surround the fire. During use these linings are exposed to thermal stresses arising due to the temperature gradients across the walls of the ... -
Analysis of noise levels in industries in Kenya
(1989)Noise pressure level measurements and noise frequency analyses have been done in various departments of different factories with a view to establishing the nature of the noise problem in Kenya Industries. The measurement ... -
Evaluation of the nuclear density/moisture gauge and study of some material properties affecting its performance for routine highway construction quality control in Kenya
(1987)A study to assess the potentialities of the nuclear density and moisture(Troxler model 3411-B) for determining the in-situ density monitoring in Kenya is reported The field and prelimeinary laboratory gauge calibation ... -
An investigation of the impact of animated cartoons on children in Nairobi
(School of the Arts and Design, University of Nairobi, 2006)This thesis is about cartoon-consumer relationship in an effort to discover the impacts of animated cartoons on children in Nairobi. It is hoped that the findings and conclusions herein will help generate cartoons that can ... -
Design in jua Kali pottery in Kenya
(2007)Contemporary pottery has become increasingly common within the Jua kali sector in and around urban areas in Kenya. Little research however on the creative and innovative aspects of contemporary Jua kali pottery has been ... -
Statutory Land Control and the Small holder Land System in Kenya: A study of land control in the Nyanza Sugar belt.
(1991)It is generally acknowledged that insecure and incomplete property rights have large effects on the use and management of watershed resources. The standard policy response to this problem is to privatize farm land, ... -
Performance evaluation of used edible oil as diesel fuel
(University of NairobiDepartment of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering, 2009)In this study, used vegetable oil was collected from restaurants and processed to biodiesel through transesterification. Various properties of the biodiesel were determined and compared to those of diesel. Biodiesel was ... -
Measurements of heavy metals and natural radioactivity levels in soils around the titanium mining site in kwale district
(School of engineering, 2008)This study was initially formulated specifically to provide data of radioactivity and elemental content of soils from two regions; Nguluku and Maumba, in Kwale District, that are earmarked for Titanium mining project. ... -
Synthesis, Structural and Phase Characterisation of proton conducting Oxides
(2012)Generation of energy and supply to meet the ever-increasing demand without damaging the environmental have contributed to research motivation of fuel cells. This research is an effort in searching for efficient and ... -
Analysis of changing positions and interests of stakeholders:
(2010)One of the key landmarks in the process of slum upgrading in Kenya is the implementation of the Soweto East pilot project. The project is one of the many projects envisioned in the Kenya Slum Upgrading Programme (KENSUP). ... -
Security concerns & crime prevention responses impacting design in Nairobi
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A comparative study of Kikuyu culture and the art of ancient Egypt
(2009)This thesis is founded on the premise that art and Design is a part of culture. There is no culture without art. It was inspired by the traditions of a Misri origin by communities in Kenya (the Gusii, Luhya etc.), as ... -
Towards studying hybridization of baboon subspecies in the amboseli basin using distributed Gis
(Department of Geospatial and Space Technology, 2009)Many geographic applications have been developed in recent years that offer exciting new possibilities for understanding biological diversity. Geographic Information Systems (GIS) make it possible to build maps of species ... -
Use of GIS and association rule mining in guiding strategic business expansion planning:case study Chase Bank (K) Ltd
(Department of Geospatial and Space Technology, 2009)In recent years, optimal site selection has become one of the main concerns for managers of business enterprises. In addition, various kinds of spatial and non-spatial parameters influence the efficiency of new branches. ... -
Application of google earth in refugee camp management
(Department of Geospatial and Space Technology, 2009)Good camp management is essential to ensure that the rights and needs of displaced people living in a camp, refugee or internally displaced, are guaranteed and adhered to. Camp management includes a variety of tasks in ... -
Using GIS to develop a management plan for Tana river basin in Embu and Mbeere districts
(Department of Geospatial and Space Technology in the University of Nairobi, 2009)This study revolves around Ena River Basin, one of the significant basins on the Eastern side of the renowned Mt. Kenya that lies between 00E, 330N and 00E, 370N, and contributes to the catchment for Tana River, Kenya’s ... -
GIS database for real estate management: a case study of Komarock estate phase 1 Infill
(Department of Geospatial and Space Technology, 2009)Real Estate Management involves house owners, tenants, tax collectors, valuers, financial institutions, mortgage providers among others. Estate Agents deal with massive datasets from these key actors together with data ... -
Development of a prototype GIS based application for production of a route sketch map
(Department of Geospatial and Space Technology in the University of Nairobi, 2009)Current sources of digital route maps, such as those online, serve the requested route by way of highlighting the route on an otherwise normal (constant scale) road/street map of the area that contains the route of ... -
Application of GPS and GIS in dairy livestock management:
(Department of Geospatial and Space Technology, 2008)Dairy farming plays an important part in Kenya’s economy. Any activities contributing to itsimprovement can only improve the livelihoods of its dependents. Proper record keeping isa prerequisite for improvement in management, ...