Browsing Engineering by Issue Date
Now showing items 1-20 of 37
-
Power generation through wastewater using microbial fuel cell
(2023-09)A Microbial Fuel Cell (MFC) is a device that converts Chemical Energy into Electrical Energy with the help of microorganisms. This research uses MFC to compare the power generation from two wastewater samples using ... -
Analysis on the components of a crisis management model to be developed for the Sri Lankan construction sector
(2023-09)The construction sector in Sri Lanka is one of the diversified sectors. Further, it is one of the main contributors to the economy of the country. In addition, construction sector is highly labor-intensive. In the recent ... -
Application of HEC-RAS 2D model to simulate scour depth around bridge piers- A case study on Hanwella Bridge, Sri Lanka
(2023-09)Lowering of the level of river bed due to water erosion is denoted by the term Scouring. Scouring can transpire around abutments and piers of a bridge. Pier scouring possesses a high threat to the stability of the ... -
Quantifying the impact of uncertain material parameters on pavement response using an Inverse modeling technique
(2023-09)Accurate modeling of pavement response plays a critical role in the effective design, analysis, and maintenance of road infrastructure. However, the presence of uncertainty in material parameters can significantly compromise ... -
Automatic clothesline retrieval system for domestic purposes
(2023-09)This study addresses a common issue faced by households, focusing on the troublesome task of drying clothes. Unpredictable weather conditions often result in clothes getting soaked and drenched in rainwater, causing unpleasant ... -
Design and fabrication of a coconut sorting machine
(2023-09)Sri Lanka is among the leading countries in coconut production and holds a significant share in the world coconut product market. However, the process of sorting coconuts is not precise in the Sri Lankan marketplace. ... -
Numerical analysis of a 3-D wing with an active flow control method
(2023-09)This research performs a numerical proof for enhancement of aerodynamic characteristic of a finite wing (Wing of Nanchang CJ-6 Aircraft) which is included with a conceptual design of an Active Flow Control (AFC) method. ... -
An overview of techniques of acoustic analysis for the detection of obstructive sleep apnea
(2023-09)The primary focus of this review article is to investigate acoustic analysis techniques for detecting obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). OSA causes the upper airway to collapse partially or entirely during sleep, which reduces ... -
Aerodynamic performance of smooth selectively superhydrophobic flat plates: A numerical approach
(2023-09)The interference to fluid flow over a solid surface is significantly high to such an extent that the fluid in contact with the surface possesses a null velocity. This phenomenon is called the no-slip condition. On ... -
Implementation of arduino based IOT home automation systems in Sri Lanka
(2023-09)The deployment of microcontroller-based IoT home automation systems in Sri Lanka are examined in this review paper, with an emphasis on the subtopics of home automation, irrigation automation, waste management and ... -
Investigation of trends in multiday extreme rainfall
(2023-09)Detecting trends in both hydrological and hydrometeorological data series is important in the context of climate change. Although multiday rainfall has caused disastrous consequences for Sri Lanka in the past, little ... -
IOT IV bag monitoring and alert system
(2023-09)This document highlights the need of an Internet of Things (IOT) Intravenous (IV) bag monitoring and alert system in the medical industry, especially in developing countries like Sri Lanka, and how it can be designed. ... -
Assess the performance of Sri Lanka navy built brackish water reverse osmosis plants in chronic kidney disease of unknown etiology impacted areas in Sri Lanka
(2023-09)The epidemic of Chronic Kidney Disease of unknown etiology (CKDu) has become a health catastrophe for over 3.6 million populations in Sri Lanka. Though the etiology of CKDu is unknown, studies revealed the synergic ... -
Preliminary wave energy assessment to setup a breakwater type oscillating water column ocean wave energy converter at Hambantota port, Sri Lanka
(2023-09)Oscillating Water Column (OWC) is a type of Wave Energy Converter (WEC) that transforms the energy of ocean waves into low-pressure pneumatic power. Subsequently, this pneumatic power is taken out by a turbine and ... -
Gripper-enhanced fabric cut piece sorting system based on defects
(2023-09)Sri Lanka's garment industry is crucial, contributing significantly to the country's export market. However, current fabric handling methods in Sri Lankan companies are primarily reliant on manual labor, creating a ... -
Advancements in manikin technology: enhancing realism and effectiveness in nursing education
(2023-09)With the modern advancement of technology, use of manikins plays a major role in nursing education. Manikins are anatomically accurate simulators that replicate human physiology and provide a realistic representation ... -
Empirical feasibility study to design and build rigid hull inflatable boat for special Operation Units in Sri Lanka Navy
(2023-09)Sri Lanka is an Island nation and with its geopolitical situation, safeguarding national interest entrusted with the country’s naval force. Effective surveillance and search in territorial waters become paramount to ... -
Development of a low-cost energy harvesting floor tile that operates from footsteps
(2023-09)This paper presents the designing and fabrication of a low-cost energy harvesting floor tile that harnesses kinetic energy available in human footsteps. The means of harnessing energy is done by use of several mechanisms ... -
Design and develop an E-Rickshaw as a sustainable energy solution
(2023-09)Sustainable energy alternatives for local transportation are explored in this research paper via the lens of electric rickshaws. Rickshaws are often utilized for local transportation. With a focus on reducing negative ... -
Development of a dough dividing machine with counting ability for local bakeries in Sri Lanka
(2023-09)Bakeries often require the assistance of machines in order to effectively and efficiently produce baked goods to supply to customers. Yet in countries like Sri Lanka, most bakeries still carry out the dough dividing process ...