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267 articles for “climate”
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The Surface Water Resources in Ethiopia: Past, Present and Future
Abstract: Ethiopia has multipart of geography, diversified atmosphere, and huge amount of surface water assets. The Spatial and temporal variation of surface water assets are categorized in different-climate contexts rainfall of a nation. A large portion of the surface water resources available to be occupied the flood their environments among the three standard stormy months (June to August). Although it desires more detailed examination accordingly to the existing data, the country …
Published in International Journal of Water Resources Engineering · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 39–49 Read article
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An Overview on Rain Water Harvesting
Abstract: Abstract: Rainwater harvesting, the limited collection and storage of overflow for flooded agriculture, is recognized as a sustainable strategy for ensuring food security, especially in monsoonal landscapes in the developing world. In south India, these stratagems have been used for millennia to mitigate problems of water scarcity. However, in the past 100 years many traditional rainwater harvesting systems have tumbled into shabbiness due to increasing requirement on groundwater. With raised …
Published in International Journal of Water Resources Engineering · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 17–38 Read article
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Decision tree method (Flexibility in adaptation - FIA) for evaluating the flexibility of flood risk adaptation options in Lad Krabang, Thailand
Abstract: Flexibility in planning and implementation of responses to prevent and adapt to flooding can be achieved using methods such as Real in Option (RIO), Adaptation Tipping Point (ATP) and Adaptation Pathway. However these methods lack the ability to evaluate the degrees of flexibility of the adaptation measures. Hence, this paper proposes a method for evaluating and making a comparison between a numbers of different flood prevention plans in terms of …
Published in International Journal of Water Resources Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 32–48 Read article
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Analysis of Trend in Rainfall Data using Mann-Kendall Test and Linear Regression Method
Abstract: Rainfall is a vital part of the hydrologic cycle and changes in its pattern directly influence the water resources of concerned regions. Changes in rainfall response as a result of climate change that gives alarming to hydrologists and water resource managers as these changes in rainfall quantity and frequency are altering the pattern of stream flows and demands, spatial and temporal distribution of runoff, soil moisture, etc. The drastic changes …
Published in International Journal of Water Resources Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 39–44 Read article
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Mapping Flood Risk Using Sentinel -1 Data: A Case Study of Niamey, Niger
Abstract: Flood events are recognised to be one of the most among the most catastrophic disaster in the world, with a consequential loss of lives, goods and services. Factors such as rapid urbanisation, lack of proper infrastructure development, insufficient consideration of the environment and the effect of climate change have made floods even more destructive, particularly for developing countries that lack the means to respond appropriately during such events. The impacts …
Published in International Journal of Water Resources Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 14–26 Read article
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Assessment of Usage of Modelling and Simulation Software in Water Resource Engineering Management
Abstract: The use of software tools for modelling and simulation in the water sector is becoming increasingly important for sustainable water resource engineering management. This study X-rays the use of software for modelling and simulation in the water sector. Geospatial Data Abstraction Library (GDAL), Sea Surface Temperature (SST), Soil Water Assessment Tool (SWAT), Land Surface Analysis Satellite Applications Facility (LSA-SAF), data assimilation (DA), GIS, HEC-HMS, EPANET and many other software can …
Published in International Journal of Water Resources Engineering · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 11–20 Read article
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System Infringement Challenges in Smart Cities
Abstract: We can increase the urban service use, improve sustainability and minimize environmental harm so that the idea of green infrastructure aims to improve the living standard of the citizens. Cybersecurity is the key issue facing smart cities. To store, process and transmit data we can use data protection, as well as the software infrastructure, all topics covered by cybersecurity. Internet of things (IoT) and internet of everything (IoE) are used …
Published in International Journal of Software Computing and Testing · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 7–12 Read article
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Modelling and Simulation of Complex Power System Network to Prevent Blackouts
Abstract: A complex power system network consists of different elements of the power system such as generators, motors, transformers, transmission and distribution lines, relays, circuit breakers etc. In this, a complex network is being modeled and simulated accordingly in order to prevent unwanted blackouts occur due to various climatic as well as system disorders. This aims to prevent such unwanted blackouts that cause very harmful effect to every stage of human …
Published in International Journal of Analog Integrated Circuits · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 43–49 Read article
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Review on Hybrid Power System: Biomass and Diesel
Abstract: A hybrid energy system comprises of at least two renewable or conventional energy sources utilized together to give effective power supply. In this paper, another and advancing hybrid power system has been outlined by coordinating diverse sorts of biomass and diesel. This system can guarantee a continuous power generation independent of the climate condition and supply of biomass. This system can likewise guarantee most extreme use of biomass energy sources …
Published in International Journal of Electrical Power System and Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 27–30 Read article
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Application of Wireless Sensor Network in Water Quality Monitoring
Abstract: One of the most important resources for human well-being and a major factor in a nation's socioeconomic development is water. In addition to being necessary for human survival and that of all other living things, water is also essential for industrialization and agriculture. The total amount of water on Earth is constant and sufficient to supply all of civilization's needs, yet global supplies of drinkable water are running out quickly. …
Published in International Journal of Microelectronics and Digital integrated circuits · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 48–24 Read article
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NANOTECHNOLOGY- A TINY POSSIBLE SOLUTION TO THE GLOBAL WATER CRISIS?
Abstract: The rapidly increasing population, depleting water resources, and climate change have resulted in prolonged droughts and floods. This has rendered drinking water a competitive resource in many parts of the world. The development of cost-effective and stable materials and methods for providing fresh water in adequate amounts is the need for today’s world. Traditional water/wastewater treatment technologies remain ineffective for providing adequate safe water due to increasing demand of water …
Published in International Journal of Applied Nanotechnology · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 23–32 Read article
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Effect of Polystyrene Nanoparticles from Recycled Waste Material on the Properties of Asphalt
Abstract: There is growing concern in many parts of the world over the increasing stress placed on the asphaltic material used to pave streets, highways, and runways due to higher traffic volumes and climatic and other environmental factors (e.g., heat, storms, ultraviolet radiation). Adding asphalt modifiers (e.g., polymers) on both the micro and macro scales has improved this material’s physical and rheological properties, but recent research, especially in the field of …
Published in International Journal of Applied Nanotechnology · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 37–50 Read article
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Porous Carbon Materials for Electrochemical Energy Storage
Abstract: The climate change and energy demand promote the rapid development of electrochemical energy-storage devices. Due to an excellent chemical stability, high electronic conductivity and large specific surface area, porous carbon materials have always been considering as a promising candidate for electrochemical energy storage. This focus review summaries recent advances in the synthesis of various porous carbon materials electrochemical energy storage devices like lithium-ion batteries, supercapacitors, lithium-ion hybrid capacitors have been …
Published in International Journal of Energetic Materials · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 13–16 Read article
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Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Reduction with Borohydrides (BH4–): A Sustainable Route for CO2 Utilization†
Abstract: Carbon dioxide (CO2) is the major green house gas responsible for global warming and the accompanied disastrous effects of climate change. Globally research efforts are on for the utilization of the challenge as an opportunity. Enormous research efforts are focused on the conversion of CO2 to fuels and chemicals. Finding suitable reducing agent, like the borohydrides, is the key for the effective utilization of CO2 for the production of fuels …
Published in International Journal of Energetic Materials · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 24–29 Read article
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Nanotechnology in E-Vehicle Batteries
Abstract: Vehicle electrification had also risen to prominence as a cornerstone of an automobile industry during the past two decades. A recent study appearing in the journal iScience provides indepth assessments and quantitative assessments from both traditional EV battery packs and the current generation of lithium-ion batteries. At the moment, electric vehicle batteries use lithiumIon(LI) technology. Existing examples almost always make use of LI batteries. Nanotechnology has the potential to help …
Published in International Journal of Nanomaterials and Nanostructures · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 22–27 Read article
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Nanomaterial’s in Agriculture: Enhancing Crop Yield and Sustainability
Abstract: Nanotechnology has emerged as a promising frontier in agriculture, offering unique opportunities to address pressing challenges in food production and sustainability. This abstract explores the applications of nanomaterials in agriculture, with a focus on their role in enhancing crop yield and promoting sustainable farming practices. The utilization of nanomaterials in agriculture opens up new possibilities for targeted delivery of nutrients, pesticides, and growth-promoting agents. Nanoparticles, owing to their small size …
Published in International Journal of Nanomaterials and Nanostructures · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 25–29 Read article
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Deployment of SEED Sensors Using Biocomposite Substrate Based on RFID Technology
Abstract: As normal assets keep on turning out to be progressively scant internationally, cultivating innovation for agrarian creation to take care of the world has been headed to turn out to be more exact and productive. As of late a sensor has been created to address these necessities by straightforwardly checking the dirt climate remotely to assist with further developing harvest wellbeing and yields. The Sensing Earth Environment Directly (SEED) sensor …
Published in International Journal of Composite and Constituent Materials · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 33–40 Read article
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Bituminous of Plastic Road
Abstract: Transfer of waste materials, such as plastic sacks, has become a significant issue, and plastic wastes are singed for transport, causing severe environmental impact. The use of waste plastics in bituminous mixes has shown that they improve the blend's characteristics while also reducing transfer difficulties. Plastic garbage that has been separated and cleaned is sliced so that it can pass through a sieve with a size of 2 mm - …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 22–45 Read article
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CFD Analysis of Earth Heat Exchanger with Air as a Cooling Medium
Abstract: An earth air tube heat exchanger (EATHE) uses the thermal energy of the ground for the air cooling in summer and air heating in winter due to the temperature difference between the air and underground surface. With the help of EATHE we can reduce the energy consumption required for space heating or cooling. However, for determining the surface heat convection, due to lack of available methods it is difficult to …
Published in International Journal of Computer Aided Manufacturing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 21–30 Read article
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Thermal Analysis of Earth Heat Exchanger Using Air as a Medium
Abstract: Thermal energy is the main concept of an earth air tube heat exchanger (EATHE), which uses the thermal energy of the ground for cooling and heating of the fluid medium. Here, air is used as cooling medium. The air cools in summer and gets heated in winter due to the temperature difference between the air and underground surface. However, for the study of the surface heat convection study of model …
Published in International Journal of Computer Aided Manufacturing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 1–17 Read article