Abstract: The automotive industry is increasingly exploring sustainable and innovative materials to meet the evolving demands for lightweight, durable, and eco-friendly solutions. This study investigate the development and characterization of epoxy-based composite reinforced with chicken feather fiber for potential applications in automotive components. Chicken feather fiber, a natural and renewable resource, is incorporated into the epoxy matrix through the open mold hand layup technique for the possibility of enhancing the mechanical and physical properties of the composite. Hence, tensile, flexural, hardness, impact, wear, thermal conductivity, and density measurements, were evaluated in order to access the performance of the composite across various parameters. The results demonstrate significant improvements in these properties with the addition of chicken feather fiber (CFF), where CFF between 12 and 15 wt% exhibited optima properties in the tensile, flexural, impact, hardness, and wear properties. Furthermore, the composite exhibits favorable thermal insulation properties and reduced density, offering potential advantages for light weighting and thermal management in automotive applications. The findings of this study highlight the promising potential of chicken feather fiber-reinforced composites as sustainable alternatives to conventional materials in the automotive industry, paving the way for the development of environmentally friendly and high-performance automotive components such as door panels, dashboard components, trim pieces, side skirts, body panels, engine compartment insulation, wear-resistant bushings, and bearings. 

Keywords: automobile, bio-based fiber, bio-composite, epoxy, feather, lightweight, sustainable material.

Title: Property Assessment of Locally Developed Bio-Based Feather Fibre Reinforced Epoxy Composite for Automotive Application

Author: Isiaka Oluwole Oladele, Samuel Olumide Falana, Ayodele Olawumi Adedeke, Bayode Benson Adeyanju, Opeyemi Victoria Oyedokun, Linus Nnabuike Onuh, Isaac Oloruntobi Adebiyi

International Journal of Novel Research in Engineering and Science

ISSN 2394-7349

Vol. 11, Issue 1, March 2024 - August 2024

Page No: 38-54

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Published Date: 06-May-2024

Abstract: The requirement to create a safer, non-flammable, and ecologically friendly transformer coolant to replace the petroleum-based oil currently used as transformer oil is the aim of this study. To identify a viable and sustainable vegetable oil substitute for transformer oil, electrical and chemical experiments were conducted on samples of melon, jatropha, coconut, and palm kernel oil (PKO) with the aid of mechanical and solvent method. The insulation breakdown voltage test results of the vegetable oil samples without nanoparticle addition were Jatropha oil 21 kV, Coconut oil 18 kV, Melon seed oil 15 kV and PKO 25 kV, while with the introduction of nanoparticles, the results became 25 kV, 19 kV, 15 kV and 35 kV respectively. Results obtained from the research show that PKO can suitably serve as coolant in a distribution transformer rated 11 kV/415 V which can serve as a good substitute for mineral oil. The following technical data from the research will help transformer designers make important decisions about the use of biodegradable transformer coolant.

Keywords: Breakdown Voltage, Coconut Oil, Density, Flashpoint, Jatropha Oil, Melon Oil, Nano-Particle, Palm kernel Oil, Petroleum Oil, Transformer.

Title: ANALYSIS OF STANDARD TRANSFORMER OIL AND VARIANT VEGETABLE OIL FOR OPTIMUM OPERATION OF TRANSFORMER

Author: Uzoma Osuji, Chinonso S. Ezeonye, Fabian I. Izuegbunam, Nnamdi Iheaturu

International Journal of Novel Research in Engineering and Science

ISSN 2394-7349

Vol. 11, Issue 1, March 2024 - August 2024

Page No: 33-37

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Published Date: 04-May-2024

Abstract: Ballistic materials are class of materials that are design for protection against projectiles. Several materials have been used ranging from ceramics to metals and polymers with some limitations that been response for the need for improvements. Hence, understanding the characteristics of modern-day materials for this application is essential for optimizing performance. The review categorizes materials into metals, polymers, ceramics, and composites, each possessing unique properties that influence their suitability for various ballistic scenarios. In addition to material classification, the review delves into manufacturing methods, spanning conventional techniques like casting, forging, and machining, to more advanced processes such as additive manufacturing and powder metallurgy. The review emphasizes the need for continuous research and innovation to address emerging threats and challenges faced in ballistic applications. Hence, the review examined historical contexts, recent advancements, and future prospects, emphasizing the importance of multidisciplinary approach for continuous improvement and innovation.

Keywords: Material Classification; Ballistic; Application; Manufacturing Method.

Title: Materials and Manufacturing Process for Ballistic Component: a review

Author: Bayode B. Adeyanju, Benjamin O. Adewuyi, Isiaka O. Oladele, Oluyemi O. Daramola, Fatai O. Aramide, Max C. Lemme, K. Ebisike

International Journal of Novel Research in Engineering and Science

ISSN 2394-7349

Vol. 11, Issue 1, March 2024 - August 2024

Page No: 17-32

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Published Date: 19-April-2024

Abstract: Lateritic soil formation was monitored to examined the rate of ammonia deposition. The study was developed through the investigation, monitoring and modeling at various phases. Terminal velocity was observed from the variables to be a predominant parameter that influences the system. Formation characteristic such as porosity and permeability including void ratio were examined to be very low. These investigations were from  the lithology of the formation from other evaluations carried out in the analysis which reveals the cause of concentration in lateritic soil formation.  The derived solution from the governing equation express various conditions that these variables affect the depositions of  ammonia in the study area and it has the potential  to monitor the behaviour of  substances in subsurface flows 

Keywords: Modelling, migration, ammonia deposition and lateritic soil formation.

Title: MATHEMATICAL ANALYSIS OF AMMONIA TRANSPORT IN LATERITIC SOIL

Author: Zuonaki Ongodiebi., Solomon Ndubuisi Eluozo

International Journal of Novel Research in Engineering and Science

ISSN 2394-7349

Vol. 11, Issue 1, March 2024 - August 2024

Page No: 12-16

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Published Date: 18-April-2024

Abstract: This paper involves analysis and simulations on the 48-bus 330 kV Nigeria’s power network system under line failure contingency. The study used NEPLAN software for the simulation and MATLAB m-file for plotting of the charts in various cases. It is aimed to examine the voltage profile, load flow and available transfer capability of transmission grid system under base case conditions and transmission line contingency situation using the method of repeated power flow based on Newton Raphson. The unified power flow controller, UPFC is placed in the network for the enhancement of voltage profile, power flow and ATC. From the results obtained, integration of UPFC in the ATC least five locations had increased the values of the elements. When the network is operating without UPFC controller, the system had voltage profile of 293.12 kV with real and reactive of 742.93 MW and 1127.80 MVar respectively. However, when the network is operating with UPFC FACTS, the network had voltage profile of 309.23 kV with real and reactive of 783.76 MW and 1189.80 MVar respectively. From the deduced results, as UPFC FACTS increased power transfer during line failure, these FACTS should be installed in the specified locations of the Nigeria 330 kV network for the improvement of voltage profile, real and reactive power and ATC of the power system network.

Keywords: Active Power, Available Transfer Capability (ATC), Flexible AC Transmission System (FACTS), MATLAB, NEPLAN, Power Flow, Reactive Power, Unified Power Flow Controller (UPFC), Voltage Profile.

Title: EFFECT OF UNIFIED POWER FLOW CONTROLLER (UPFC) INTEGRATION TO POWER TRANSFER ON THE NIGERIA 330 KV POWER NETWORK DURING LINE CONTINGENCY

Author: Chinonso Stanley Ezeonye, John Atuchukwu, Innocent Ifeanyi Okonkwo

International Journal of Novel Research in Engineering and Science

ISSN 2394-7349

Vol. 11, Issue 1, March 2024 - August 2024

Page No: 1-11

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Published Date: 30-March-2024