The 7th FUTA Engineering Conference (FUTA-EC)

Preface
Chapter 1: Steel and Alloys
Enhancing the Wear Resistance and Mechanical Performance of AISI 1010 Steel for Engineering Tools with Organic Carbon Carburization
Manganese-Based Alloys: Advancements, Challenges and Future Directions in Metallurgical and Functional Applications
The Role of Iron and Steel in Economic Development of a Nation
Development and Characterization of Eco-Friendly Sol-Gel Coatings Synthesized from Rice Husk Ash, Doped in Graphene Oxide (GO) for Corrosion Protection of Mild Steel
Prediction of Efficiency of Water Hyacinth as Corrosion Inhibitor of Steel in Marine Environment Using Multiple Linear Regression
Chapter 2: Biochar
Comparison of Biochar Derived from Slow Pyrolysis of Banana Peels and Bunch Stalks in Agricultural Soil Amendment
A Review on Biochar in Agriculture: Production, Applications, and Impacts
Chapter 3: Biomaterials
Green Synthesis and Characterization of Silver Nanoparticles Using Telfairia occidentalis Leaf Extract and Bactericide Efficiency on Epoxy Matrix Doped Composites
The Role of Chitosan and Hydroxyapatite Synergy in Bone Regeneration: Materials Science and Biological Insight
Chapter 4: Building Materials
Evaluation of Reinforced Concrete Dapped-End Girders Subjected to High Fatigue Loading Designed to Euro Code 2 Standard
Mechanical Performance of Structural Concrete Utilising Porcelain Insulator Ceramic Waste as Partial Replacement for Coarse Aggregates
Modelling the Compressive Strength and Durability of Concrete Containing Laterite of Different Index Properties
Chapter 5: Applied Materials
Performance Evaluation of Orange Seeds and Peels as Natural Coagulants for Surface Water Treatment
Data-Driven Optimization of Nanoparticle-Reinforced Underfill Encapsulation in Ball Grid Array (BGA) Assemblies
Bamboo in Composite Materials: Applications, Advantages and Processing
Influence of Nano-TiO2 Reinforcement Percentage on the Electrochemical and Morphological Corrosion Behaviour of Cold Work Aluminium Composites
Chapter 6: Power Engineering
An Evaluation of System Record-Based Causes of System Collapse Incidences of Nigeria's Transmission Grid
Performance Evaluation of Reverse Power Flow on Electrical Power Network with Wind Energy Source
Techno-Economic Modeling of Hybrid PV/Wind/Biomass Microgrid Renewable Energy Systems Using Load Following Dispatch Method
MPC-Based Power Transmission Line Model for Fast Recovery from Perpetual Faults
A Compact Review on the Impacts of Integration of Large-Scale Renewable Energy Sources into Grid-Connected Power Systems
Development of a Predictive Model for Monthly Electricity Consumption Using Population and Weather Data with Web-Based Programming Language
Analysis of Metal Oxide Surge Arrester's Dynamic Performance for Lightning Protection
Dependency of Soil Resistivity on Soil Factors for Optimal Grounding System Performance: A Case Study of Six Sites at Funaab, Nigeria
Chapter 7: Machines and Equipment Design
Development and Performance Evaluation of a Rice Paddy De-Hulling and Winnowing Machine
Thermal Analysis of a Passive Solar Dryer for Paddy Rice Drying
Exergetic Analysis of a Solar-Powered Fish Dryer
Performance Evaluation of a Wood-Polymer Composite Extruder
Enhancement of Energy Content of Palm Kernel Shell (PKS) Using Particle Size Effects Approach
Chapter 8: Mineral Resource Exploration, Development and Production Technology
Evaluation of Geotechnical Properties and Suitability of Selected Laterite Sites in Ondo and Ekiti States for Mine Road Construction
Exploration in Part of Kaduna and Niger States Using Innovative Approaches of Geophysical Study
Assessment of the Influence of Powder Factor on Loading Performance in Selected Open-Pit Granite Aggregate Quarries
Paraffin Wax Deposition and Remediation Techniques in Crude Oil System: A Review
Comparative Studies of Coal Quality Obtained from Ankpa, and Chikila, Nigeria towards Metallurgical Applications
Waste Management Strategies in Mining Operations: A Sustainable Approach
Land Use/Land Cover Classification and Forecasting of South-Western Nigeria Using Backcasting and Machine Learning Techniques
Evaluation of Abrasive Properties of Selected Granite Rocks and Their Effects on Button Bit Wear
Chapter 9: Agricultural Technology
Drone Technology: A Pathway to Create Sustainable Agriculture in Nigeria
Response of Fluted Pumpkin (Telfairia Occidentalis) to Different Fertlizer Sources under the Humid Rainforest Climate of Akure, Nigeria
Design and Construction of a Drainage Lysimeter Prototype for Educational Objectives
Chapter 10: Thermal Management in Power and Energy Systems
Optimization of Design Parameters for Efficient Heat Dissipation from Chip to Casing in High-Power Solid-State Drives
Evaluation of Heat Sink Geometries for Enhanced Thermal Dissipation in High-Power Semiconductor Devices
Chapter 11: Wireless Communication Systems and Technology
Assessing Fixed Broadband Network Performance: Metrics, Methods and Tools
Radio Spectrum Occupancy Measurements in Three South-West Geopolitical Cities in Nigeria
The Impact of Atmospheric Wind Speed on the Reliability and Performance of Free Space Optical (FSO) Communication Systems
Chapter 12: Electronic Devices and Monitoring Systems
Conceptual Design of Smart Health Based Ergonomic Office Chair
Development of an Internet of Things Based Heart Rate Monitoring System
An IoT-Based Non-Intrusive Temperature Monitoring System for Star-Delta Controlled Three-Phase Induction Motor
Development of Smart Switch Device for Home Security and Energy Saving
Design and Implementation of a Cost-Effective Water pH Monitoring Device Using Arduino
Chapter 13: Autonomous Vehicles
Design of the Charging, Power Train and Control System of a Solar-Powered Geared Tricycle
Design of the Dynamics, Structure and Stability of a Solar-Powered Geared Tricycle
Three-Dimensional (3D) Modeling of an Autonomous Driven Vehicle for Rural Communities of Nigeria
Chapter 14: Infrastructure Design and Construction Management
Exploring the Application of Computer-Aided Design in Structural Designs for Sustainable Infrastructure Projects
Evaluation of Public Road Transportation Safety in Akure, Nigeria
Adoption of Circular Economic Practices in the Building Construction Industry of Ondo State, Nigeria
Development of Gis-Based Decision Support System for the Maintenance Management of Road Infrastructure
Construction Contract Administration Performance Modelling towards a Sustainable and Efficient Project Delivery
Optimal Pavement Maintenance Strategy Based on the Relationship between Pavement Condition Index and Roughness Index