ASRIC Journal of Engineering Sciences 2025 v6-i1
ISSN: 2795-3556
EISSN: 2795-3556
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ASRIC Journal of Engineering Sciences 2025 v6-i1
Published: 2025-12-31
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An Algorithm for Failure Detection of A Power Mosfets In Non-Isolated Boost DC-DC Converters for Photovoltaic (PV) Power Systems
Huzaifa Isah*, Mutari Hajara Ali
Considering the intermittent nature of photovoltaic (PV) power generation and the potential faults within PV systems, this paper proposes an algorithm for detecting power switch failures in DC-DC converters. The algorithm does not require an additional MOSFET or extra sensors. Instead, it utilizes over-current at the slope of the input inductor as an indicator of system failure. This method proves
Generation Demand Balance Analysis for Uganda-Vision 2040
Alvin Ssentamu*, Priscilla Kampi, Milton Edimu
Uganda’s Vision 2040 establishes a target of 52 GW of installed electricity generation capacity by 2040, an objective that demonstrates a significant divergence from current growth projections. This study utilises a quantitative methodology, employing econometric and time-series models to forecast electricity demand, peak loads, and installed capacity through 2040. Sector-specific consumption data
Investigating the Technical Feasibility of Plastic Waste Conversion to Fuel Using Pyrolysis
Tukahiirwa Isabel*, Ssemaziga Trevor Benon, Bwambale Roice Kalengyo
With the increasing plastic pollution worsening Africa’s environmental and climate crises (NEMA, 2024), existing pyrolysis research overlooking scalable, low-cost solutions for mixed plastics (Al-Salem et al., 2017), this research addresses this gap by developing a simple modular pyrolysis system and using locally sourced catalysts to convert plastic waste into fuel. Plastic waste was sorted using
Unlocking Clean Aviation in Africa: Challenges to localising Hydrogen Aviation Propulsion in South Africa
Purusha Naidoo*, Kevin Jamison
The global aviation industry has adopted ICAO’s Long-Term Aspirational Goal (LTAG) to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. Hydrogen fuel cell propulsion is recognised as a key enabler of zero-emission aviation. While South Africa has strong potential for green hydrogen production due to its renewable energy resources, the country does have challenges in localising hydrogen aviation propulsion techn
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