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This study aims to comprehensively evaluate the viability of applying the current eccentric compressive design provisions outlined in Eurocode 4 (EC4) for concrete-encased steel composite columns with out-of-code parameters. Specifically, the research undertakes an in-depth analysis of the impact...

This thesis investigates Beamforming, Antenna Gain, and throughput in Fifth generation (5G) networks. The global 5G deployments are expected to accelerate and scale digital transformations across sectors. 5G private networks answer a critical communications need by providing higher data rates,...

This research aims to design a multi-factor authentication system for automated teller machines (ATMs) that incorporates biometric fingerprint data and One Time passwords. This is so as to reduce the impact and subsequent loss by customers to card frauds. Banking transactions conducted through...

Android malware is a dominant threat category for consumers with a vast majority of this malware being Adware. Adware is a type of malware that displays unsolicited pop-up advertisements that are used to generate revenue and can also lead to installation of trojan horses, spyware, and other...

Construction industry is key to the world economies in both developed and developing nations. However, construction works could bring hazards such as silica dust and chemical irritants to site personnel. Silica dust and chemical irritants are produced from activities such as demolition, drilling,...

Historically, mining has been an enormous contributor to the development and sustainability of several societies. The industry despite being a source of wealth is not without risks and challenges, including environmental and operational hazards. These pose a huge challenge to the safety and...

This study, which was conducted and analyzed, examined the causes of power outages affecting essential loads such as hospitals, fire stations and many others due to storms, which caused the power distribution network's wooden poles to fall to the ground. The storm had wind speeds ranging from 30...

In Zambia, coarse aggregates for concreting are normally produced by crushing granite, limestone and basalt among other rock types. However, these rocks are scarce diminishing natural resources and henceforth; the need to study other naturally available materials for full or partial replacement;...

COVID-19 pandemic prevented physical converging of lecturers and students. Lessons that do not include laboratory sessions went on virtually, but there is need to know through this research what alternative was implemented for engineering laboratory lessons at Higher Education Institutions (HEI)....

Kafue Gorge Regional Training Centre (KGRTC) intends to carry out full feasibility studies for the development of Mabula Kapi hydropower site located on Kaombe River in Serenje District. KGRTC installed a hydrological gauging station at the site in September 2019. However, the small hydropower...