Shelter is an integral part of human needs. It has been adjudged second to food in the ranking of human needs. However, the provision of shelter for the Nigerian populace remains low despite various policies and efforts from both governmental and private agencies to provide desir...
The demand for opacifiers in ceramic industries necessitates exploration into sustainable alternatives due to the expense and scarcity of traditional materials. Opacifiers are crucial in ceramic production, imparting opacity to glazes, and are often imported, increasing productio...
This study investigates the effect of various formulation variables on flexible polyurethane foam (FPU) of a density of 32 kg/m3. A detailed observatory analysis is performed to figure out the impacts of toluene di-isocyanate (TDI), water, surfactant, stannous octoate, and amine...
Sweet orange has been claimed to possess anti-carcinogenic properties, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and as a relief agent to many health conditions which can be attributed to its chemical composition. This study has been carried out to validate the claim of the anti-inflammato...
This work involved evaluating the properties of Cubitermes sp termite mound soil treated with 3 - 9% lime for the manufacture of adobe mud bricks and compressed earth bricks CEBs. X-Ray Diffraction and other geotechnical methods for soil characterisation were used to analyse the...
Ceramic decoration has a rich history dating back millennia, evolving from rudimentary patterns to intricate designs, thereby enhancing the aesthetic appeal of ceramic artifacts. Engobe, a versatile ceramic coating material, plays a pivotal role in this evolution. This research a...
This research investigates the bacteriological composition of the Oriade/Obokun stream water, specifically focusing on Iwoye Ijesa and Ijebu Jesa. The study encompasses an analysis of water sources, usage patterns, pollution sources, and the identification of waterborne bacterial...
Natural fibers have sparked the interest of researchers for the applications in polymer composites due to their "greener" character and influence on environmental sustainability. In this research, the hand lay-up method was used to produce the brewed tea waste reinforced jute pol...
Shelter as vital as it is to man necessitates the strong urge of man in providing shelter for himself and his family. The first issues to be noted and appreciated in Buildings are the aesthetic, functionality, building materials used and the possible structural stability of the b...
Absorbent bleaching of crude groundnut oil was performed using activated rice husk as an adsorbent. The study focused on refining the oil by eliminating unwanted components. Response surface methodology was employed to optimize the bleaching process by analyzing the impact of tim...