Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment & Design (FEng / FBD): Recent submissions
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Sustainable Urban Design in Nairobi’s Eastlands: the Case of Kaloleni Estate
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)This study examines how sustainable urban design principles can be used to ensure a sustainable Kaloleni Estate. Kaloleni Estate is a case study in Nairobi’s Eastlands and shares similar chacteristics to other neighbourhoods ... -
Design of a hybrid power system for a wireless communication tower system
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Telkom Kenya tower systems, especially those located in rough terrain, are currently powered by diesel generator sets. Diesel power generation is associated with several disadvantages which do not make it the best option. ... -
Effectiveness of microorganisms in breaking down of hydrocarbons found in effluent discharges from petroleum stations
(University of Nairobi, 2016-08)The study aimed at establishing the potential of using aerobic microbial degradation to treat and reduce volume of hydrocarbon in effluent discharges from petrol stations wastes. Microbial degradation of hydrocarbons (HC) ... -
Investigation of the viability of a solar water heating system when used as a replacement of an instant electrical water heating system
(University of Nairobi, 2016-01)This study focused on investigating the viability of replacing an electric instant shower system at a hotel located in Thika with a passive solar water heating system. The study involved quantifying the average daily hot ... -
Energy auditing in an industrial plant
(University of Nairobi, 2016-06)Various studies in different countries have shown that significant energy efficiency improvement opportunities exist in the industrial sector, many of which are cost-effective. These energy-efficiency options include both ... -
Modeling Natural Frequencies of Vibration of Three Dimensional Frames Under Two Dimensional Loading
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The aim of this study was to determine the relationship between natural frequency of vibration, the height of the structure, the stiffnesses of members and number bays of a structure. The relationship was to be developed ... -
Evaluation of the trends and patterns of reporting injuries in construction sites. A case study of Kasarani constituency
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The purpose of this study was to determine the trend and pattern of reporting injuries among the construction site workers and to find out the factors leading to underreporting of injuries in construction sites. The major ... -
Assessing the impact of refugee camp on land cover of Kakuma area Turkana county
(University of Nairobi, 2016-07)According to the United Nations High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR), the number of refugees and internally displaced people has reached its highest point since World War II.By the end of 2015, more than sixty ... -
An assessment of the growth and the performance of serviced apartments in Kenya a case study of Kilimani area
(University of Nairobi, 2016-07)Serviced apartment is a contemporary accommodation product that has gained significant popularity in recent years. However, the rate of expansion globally varies from one place to the other and from time to time. The product ... -
The Developments in Real Estate and Sustainable Urban Environment: a Case Study of Kilimani Area Within Nairobi City County.
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Kenyan real estate includes all types of property ranging from single and multiple dwelling units residential developments, commercial (office space, retail space, shopping malls and hotel or restaurants), agricultural ... -
Emergence of gated communities and their Socio-spatial impacts on urban areas: the case of Kileleshwa neighbourhood in Nairobi, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2016-11)Gated communities are relatively new phenomena that have become very popular globally and in Kenya. Gated communities have been observed not only in the USA but also in other parts of the world such as Lebanon, South ... -
Designing distributed renewable energy powered wheelchairs for sustainable rural mobility in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016-06)Victor Papanek the champion of social design remarks that designer should design for people‟s needs as opposed to their wants. One of the major point marks in social design is designing sustainable products and service ... -
Design Considerations in Television and Radio Broadcast Studios.
(University of Nairobi, 1990) -
Instability problems of circular saws used in timber industry
(University of Nairobi, 1973) -
The changing landuse pattern in a million acre settlement schemes and its implications on household income generation from agriculture: a case study of Naitiri Scheme in Bungoma District
(University of Nairobi, 1997-09)More than 80 percent of kenyas population relies on small scale agriculture for their livelihood. This population is disproportionately located in rural areas and constitute the majority of the poor in Kenya. Experience ... -
An Investigation Into Land Registration Process and Its Effects on Urban Land Development
(University of Nairobi, 2008)The history of land policies from the time of colonial administrators to the time of development planners and reform programmes (resettlement schemes, adjudication and demarcation for registration purposes) underscores the ... -
An Investigation Of Factors Contributing To Failure Of Local Authorities To Meet Financial Obligations: A Case Study Of City Council Of Nairobi Estates Funded By National Housing Corporation
(University of Nairobi, 2008)Shelter is one of the most basic of human needs. Governments are obligated to make provisions for the satisfaction of this need, in conjunction with the private sector. In spite of efforts usually made, the demand for ... -
A study of the transportation problems and some of their implications to Agricultural development in Bukoba District, Tanzania
(University of Nairobi, 1977) -
Styles in History of Arts
(University of Nairobi, 1987) -
Health Services In Uganda
(University of Nairobi, 1973)
