• An Evaluation Of The Mechanical And Physical Properties Of Sisal Fiber-Reinforced Alkaline Activated Diatomaceous Earth-Based Geopolymer Concrete 

  Kipsanai, Janet J.; Sofiane, Amziane.; Wambua, Paul M.; Namango, Saul S (2023-04)

  To achieve sustainability in the manufacturing of concrete, numerous researchers have developed an interest in cutting-edge geopolymer technology and geopolymer composite production. The viability of employing diatomaceous ...
• Fabrication and Mechanical performance of Bark Cloth/Glass Fiber reinforced Hybrid Polymer composites for Automotive Applications 

  Alibet, Frances; Wambua, Paul; Githinji, David Njuguna; Rwahwire, Samson; Bongomin, Ocident (WileyOnline, 2026)

  This study developed and evaluated a sustainable hybrid composite based on bark cloth and glass fibers for lightweight automo- tive and semi-structural applications. Hybrid laminates were fabricated via the hand layup ...
• Physiochemical and thermal characterization of Municipal Solid Waste and Agricultural residue blends for Torrefaction 

  Mpungu, Ibrahim Luqman; Mwasiagi, Josphat Igadwa; Dulo, Benson; Maube, Obadiah; Nziu, Patrick; Bongomin, Ocident (The Scientifc World Journal, 2026)

  Municipal solid waste (MSW), together with other biomass resources, presents a viable feedstock for renewable energy production; however, its direct conversion is limited by high moisture content, ash content, and ...
• Fluoride removal from water using Al(OH)3-surface modified diatomite mixed with brick: optimization, isotherm and kinetic studies 

  Mutai, Isaiah Kiprono; Kiriamiti, Henry Kirimi; M’Arimi, Milton M; Tewo, Robert Kimuta (Environmental Science, 2024)

  Excess fluoride in drinking water causes both dental and skeletal fluorosis among other problems. As such there is need to develop affordable and easily accessible techniques for fluoride removal from drinking water. ...
• Functionalization of rice husk for high selective extraction of Germanium 

  Nzila, Charles; Qunshan, Wei (2025-04)

  t is of strategic significance to extract germanium (Ge) in an ecological way for sustainable development. Adsorbents that already adsorb Ge have disadvantages such as poor selectivity and low adsorption capacity. In this ...
• Barriers to the Growth and Implementation of Biogas Technology: The Kenyan Experience 

  Mutahi1, Purity M; Kimutai, Stephen K.; Adaramola, Muyiwa S (Energy Science & Engineering,, 2024)

  Households in sub‐Saharan Africa predominantly rely on biomass energy for cooking, which has negative impacts on health and the environment. Biogas technology presents a promising alternative for developing nations like ...
• Recent trends in the application of photocatalytic membranes in removal of emerging organic contaminants in wastewater 

  Nelson, Kipchumba; Mecha, Achisa C.; Samuel, Humphrey Mutuma; Suliman, Zeinab A. (MDPI, 2025)

  Increasing water pollution by bio-recalcitrant contaminants necessitates the use of robust treatment methods. Individual treatment methods are not effective against these emerging organic pollutants due to their stability ...
• Reuse and durability of nitrogen-doped titanium dioxide photocatalytic membranes in Escherichia coli removal 

  Kipchumba, Nelson; Mecha, Cleophas Achisa; Kumar, Anil (Springer, 2025)

  Disinfection using nitrogen-doped titanium dioxide polyvinylidene fluoride membrane (N-TiO2-PVDF) was studied. The effect of solution pH (4–10) and quantity of Escherichia coli (2.6 × 108 CFU/l–1.04 × 109 CFU/l) on ...
• Navigating the Water–Energy Nexus: A Mathematical Approach 

  Kiteto, Moses Kayanda; Mecha, Cleophas Achisa (Mdpi, 2024)

  The rising demand for both water and energy has intensified the urgency of addressing the water–energy nexus. Energy is required for water treatment and distribution, and energy production processes require water. The ...
• Effects of thermal and chemical modification on the physical properties of Ugandan Mutaka Kaolin 

  Kasumba, Andrew; Hillary, Kasedde; Kirabira, John Baptist; Bongomin, Ocident (2023)

  This study investigates the impact of thermal treatment at temperatures ranging from 600 °C to 1050 °C and chemical treatment using (COOH)2·2H2O and Al2(MoO4)3 at concentrations of 0.01 M, 0.05 M, and 0.1 M. The modified ...
• Performance Evaluation of a Solar Dryer for Silver Cyprinid (Omena): Enhancing Food Security through Sustainable Preservation 

  Kiprotich, Garison; Kimutai, Stephen Kibet; Hesborn, Ayub (2024-12)

  The aim of this study was to design, construct, and assess a small-scale solar drying unit for drying Silver Cyprinid (Omena) fish. The rationale was to develop an effective, cheap and sustainable way to ...
• Local smart DC networks and distributed storage for reducing and shifting peak load 

  Seroney, Daniel Kiptoo; Spyros, Skarvelis-Kazakos (2013)

  his paper examines theoretical models of smart distributed storage devices located at customer premises for powering local DC lighting and electronic loads, and explores enabled business models and field data from deployments ...
• Tdesign and fabrication of an autonomous line Follower robot capable of picking and dropping objects From one point to another 

  Seroney, Daniel Kiptoo (2020)

  Robot becomes widely used in industries due to their characteristics. Robot is able to work in 24 hours continuously without feeling tired unlike human that confine to certain time. The cost to setup the robot nowadays ...
• Fabrication and mechanical performance of bark cloth/glass ber reinforced hybrid polymer composites for automotive applications 

  Alibet, Frances; Githinji, David Njuguna; Rwahwire, Samson; Bongomin, Ocident; Wambua, Paul (2025-02)

  This study investigates the mechanical properties of hybrid composites reinforced with bark cloth ( Ficus natalensis) and glass ber in a polyester resin matrix. Composites were fabricated using the hand layup technique ...
• UAV image acquisition and processing for high‐throughput phenotyping in agricultural research and breeding programs 

  Ocident, Bongomin (2023-02)

  We are in a race against time to combat climate change and increase food production by 70% to feed the ever‐growing world population, which is expected to double by 2050. Agricultural research plays a vital role in improving ...
• Comprehensive thermal properties, kinetic, and thermodynamic analyses of biomass wastes pyrolysis via TGA and Coats-Redfern methodologies 

  Bongomin, Ocident; Nzila, Charles; Mwasiagi, Josphat Igadwa; Maube, Obadiah (Elsevier, 2024-09)

  This study comprehensively analyzes the thermal decomposition characteristics as well as the kinetic and thermodynamic parameters of five biomass wastes, including coffee husk, groundnut shell, macadamia nutshell, rice ...
• Digital Twin Technology Advancing Industry 4.0 and Industry 5.0 Across Sectors 

  Bongomin, Ocident; Nonsikelelo, Sheron Mpofu; Mwewa, Mwape Chikonkolo; Bahunde, Brendah Kembabazi (2025-01)

  Digital Twin (DT) technology is revolutionizing industries by integrating the physical and digital realms, driving advancements in real-time monitoring, predictive analytics, and process optimization under Industry 4.0. ...
• Positioning Industrial Engineering in the Era of Industry 4.0, 5.0, and Beyond: Pathways to Innovation and Sustainabili 

  Bongomin, Ocident (2025-01)

  Industrial Engineering (IE) has continually evolved to optimize systems and processes, addressing the demands of an ever-changing industrial landscape. From its historical roots in work organization to its current role in ...
• Smartphone application to aid farmers on expected rainfall onset dates and associated seasonal risks of dry spells in Uasin Gishu County, Kenya 

  Kibii, Joshua Kiprotich; Kipkorir, Emmanuel Chessum (African Journal of Rural Development,, 2018-06)

  Onset of growing season in Uasin Gishu County is estimated by farmers through observation of weather and natural migration of birds. However, rainfall characteristics have become more unpredictable, resulting in replanting ...
• Improved photocatalytic performance of cobalt doped ZnS decorated with graphene nanostructures under ultraviolet and visible light for efficient hydrogen production 

  Kiptarus, Joan J.; Kiptiemoi, Korir K.; Githinji, David N.; Kiriamiti, Henry K. (Springer, 2024)

  Highly dispersed Cobalt doped ZnS nanostructures were successfully fabricated on the surfaces of graphene sheets via a simple hydrothermal method. X-ray diffraction (XRD), X-ray photocurrent spectroscopy (XPS), Raman ...

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