Year: 2022

Development of Baobabsisal Reinforced Low Density Polyethylene Hybrid Composite   Abstract of Development of Baobabsisal Reinforced Low Density Polyethylene Hybrid Composite In this work, the properties of baobab/sisal fibre reinforced low density polyethylene hybrid composites were studied. The effect of fibre loading and fibre treatment with varying sodium hydroxide (NaOH)concentration on the composite properties was…

Development of Adsorbents and Photocatalysts Using Nigerian Pindiga Bentonitic Clay   Abstract of Development of Adsorbents and Photocatalysts Using Nigerian Pindiga Bentonitic Clay The potential of Pindiga bentonitic clay for phenol adsorption from aqueous solution and photocatalytic degradation was studied. Pindiga bentonic clay was treated with oxalic acid and calcined at a temperature of 1000oC…

Development and Characterization of Self-healing Car Paint Using Chitosan   Abstract of Development and Characterization of Self-healing Car Paint Using Chitosan Car surfaces are vulnerable to scratches from environmental conditions, thereby prompting car users to visit car workshop for re-spray. This process does not usually bring permanent solution to scratches on car surfaces since they…

Studies on the Properties of Short Okra-glass Fibers Reinforced Epoxy Hybrid Composites   Abstract of Studies on the Properties of Short Okra-glass Fibers Reinforced Epoxy Hybrid Composites In this work,theproperties of short okra-glass fibers reinforced epoxy hybrid composites were studied. Critical fiber length of the okra fiber was studied at different lengths (10mm, 20mm, 30mm,…

Effect of Eggshell as a Filler on the Mechanical Properties of Flexible Polyurethane Foam   Abstract of Effect of Eggshell as a Filler on the Mechanical Properties of Flexible Polyurethane Foam Traditionally, calcium carbonate is used as a filler in foam industries and studies have shown that egg-shell contains about 94 % calcium carbonate. The…

Production of Ethanol Through the Fermentation of Reducing Sugars Resulting From the Hydrolysis of Pretreated Sawdust (Hardwood)   Chapter One of Production of Ethanol Through the Fermentation of Reducing Sugars Resulting From the Hydrolysis of Pretreated Sawdust (Hardwood) INTRODUCTION Background of the Study Lignocellulosic biomass (e.g. sawdust obtained from wood) provides a unique and sustainable…

Experimental Investigation of Macronutrient Contents of Cassava Leaves Composted Agricultural Soil   Abstract of Experimental Investigation of Macronutrient Contents of Cassava Leaves Composted Agricultural Soil Agricultural Soil is a mixture of minerals, organic matter, gases, liquids, and countless organisms that together support life on earth. The use of compost or organic manure is currently being advocated…

Effect of Different Solvent Types on the Yield of Oil From Avocado Pear Seed   Chapter One of Effect of Different Solvent Types on the Yield of Oil From Avocado Pear Seed INTRODUCTION BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY Vegetables and fruits are essential foods in our diet and also have many compounds that are beneficial for…

Determination the Concentration Levels of Total Petroleum Hydrocarbons (Tph) in Soils Found in Automobile Shop   Chapter One of Determination the Concentration Levels of Total Petroleum Hydrocarbons (Tph) in Soils Found in Automobile Shop INTRODUCTION BACKGROUND OF STUDY Petroleum hydrocarbons are used generally in our environment as fuel and chemicalcompounds. The uncontrolled release of petroleum…

Production of Bio-diesel Using Palm Kernel                            Chapter One of Production of Bio-diesel Using Palm Kernel BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY Biodiesel (fatty acid methyl esters) is an alternative fuel for diesel engines. It is an alcohol ester product from the transesterification of triglycerides in vegetable oils or animals accomplished by reacting lower alcohols such as…

Production of Chemical Insecticides Using Neem Oil and the Processes Involved   Chapter One of Production of Chemical Insecticides Using Neem Oil and the Processes Involved INTRODUCTION BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY According to Wikipedia “An insecticide is a chemical used against insects. They include homicides and parricides used against the eggs and larvae of insects, respectively….

Extraction of Silica From Rice Husk Ash   Chapter One of Extraction of Silica From Rice Husk Ash INTRODUCTION BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY Critical economic and environmental situations of the current days encourage companies and researchers to develop and improve technologies intended to reduce or minimize industrial wastes. As a consequence, much effort has been…

Extraction of Oil From Watermelon Seed   Chapter One of Extraction of Oil From Watermelon Seed INTRODUCTION The edible fruit of watermelon (Citrullus lanatus) belongs to the family Cubitaceae. The fruit contains many obovate, smooth compressed seeds thickened at the margin and of a black or yellowish white colour. Watermelon plays a very important role in Africa as…

Extraction of Oil From Coconut   Abstract of Extraction of Oil From Coconut This study was carried out on extraction of oil from coconut and its characterization. Solvent extraction and characterization of oil from coconut seed using alternative solvents have been studied. The solvents used were Isopropanol and Petroleum ether. The Physicochemical parameters of the…

Production of Foam Using Plastic Support   Chapter One of Production of Foam Using Plastic Support INTRODUCTION BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY Polystyrene is a petroleum-based plastic made from the styrene monomer. Most people know it under the name Styrofoam, which is actually the trade name of a polystyrene foam product used for housing insulation Delebecq,…

Production of Liquid and Vapourised Air Freshener From Local Raw Materials   Chapter One of Production of Liquid and Vapourised Air Freshener From Local Raw Materials INTRODUCTION BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY An air freshener is a product designed to mask or remove unpleasant room odors, (Umbach, 1991). These products typically deliver fragrance and other odor…

Production and Fermentation of Alcohol From Palm Wine   Abstract of Production and Fermentation of Alcohol From Palm Wine This research work was arrived as the formulation and production of alcohol from the fermentation of palm wine. A fresh palm wine was ated which was obtained  from Emene in Enugu State.  The characteristics that was…

Extraction and Characterization of Oil From Date Seed   Abstract of Extraction and Characterization of Oil From Date Seed The aim of this project is centered on the extraction and characterization of oil from date seed. The extraction is carried out with the use of a soxhlet apparatus and a solvent hexane which is chosen…