The study focused on adequacy of Information Technology (IT) facilities for teaching electrical installation and maintenance works in Technical Colleges in Lagos State. Descriptive survey research design was adopted for the study. The population of the study comprised Six (6) Technical Colleges in Lagos State. Sample size and sampling technique was six (6) Technical Colleges. Two specific objectives and two research questions guided the study. Also, two hypotheses were stated and tested at 0.05 level of significance. The instrument for data collection was a self-constructed questionnaire titled; IT Facilities Observational Schedule..........

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Modern library infrastructures face significant operational hurdles, primarily the labour intensive nature of manual inventory audits and the persistent issue of misplaced volumes, which renders collections inaccessible to patrons. This paper proposes an IoT-based Smart Library Shelf Scanner and Book Tracking System designed to automate the monitoring and localization of library assets in real time.........

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The increasing demand for reliable and efficient power management in industrial and commercial environments has made controlled operation of three-phase loads essential. Conventional manual switching methods often lead to operational inefficiencies, inconsistent load management, and increased risk of equipment damage due to improper handling. The absence of structured timing control can result in unnecessary energy consumption, reduced equipment lifespan, and safety concerns in high-power applications.........

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This study investigated the effects of chemical modification of cassava starch (TME 419) and its synergistic interaction with xanthan gum on the rheological and filtration properties of water-based drilling mud, with emphasis on viscosity enhancement and fluid loss control. Baseline characterization of native cassava starch showed moderate swelling power, low solubility, and a near-neutral pH (6.0–6.8), while carboxymethylation introduced carboxymethyl functional groups (DS 0.10–0.30), improved hydrophilicity, and increased alkalinity (pH 8.0–10.0). Mud samples were formulated using unmodified starch, modified starch, and their blends.........

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This paper comes up with a consolidated healthcare supply chain management (HSCM) model that optimizes procurement, inventory, and distribution decisions in uncertain demand, resource availability, and carbon emission concerns. The model relies on the dual-rate production inventory theory, which has been adjusted and applied to the healthcare setting that consists of hospitals, suppliers, and logistics providers. The model includes cost elements of medical stock holding, workforce usage, fluctuation in patient requirement, reliability of the vendors, and sustainability........

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Crude distillation processes generate significant quantities of excess heat that are often wasted due to inefficient heat exchanger networks (HENs) and outdated process configurations. In response to escalating energy costs and stringent environmental policies, the adoption of systematic energy integration techniques such as pinch technology has become increasingly essential. This study applies pinch technology to a crude distillation process with the aim of minimizing external utility consumption and enhancing energy efficiency through effective heat integration. The objectives include assessing the existing heat exchanger networks, identifying the pinch point, determining the maximum energy recovery potential, and redesigning the network to achieve optimal thermal..........

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This paper analyzes the current situation of child care and education in working families in industrial parks in Vietnam, and identifies the main factors affecting the quality of care and educational outcomes of children. The study uses a mixed approach, combining quantitative surveys with in-depth interviews to comprehensively reflect the living conditions, family environment and access to social services of this group of subjects. The results show that children in industrial park worker families are facing many limitations, including a reduced parental care time due to labor characteristics, insecure living conditions, and a lack of appropriate education and childcare services........

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Judicial delay in India has emerged as a critical challenge undermining the effectiveness of the justice delivery system. With a massive backlog of pending cases across various levels of courts, the principle of timely justice is increasingly compromised. This study examines the multifaceted causes of judicial delay, including structural issues such as shortage of judges and inadequate infrastructure, procedural complexities like frequent adjournments and prolonged appeals, and administrative inefficiencies. It also highlights the role of external factors such as excessive government litigation and lack of legal awareness among citizens........

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Effective marksmanship development depends on repetitive practice, immediate feedback, and stable training conditions. Although live-fire exercises remain the benchmark for realism, they are often constrained by ammunition cost, infrastructure requirements, safety regulations, and limited training access [3], [7], [8]. These constraints have accelerated the development of simulation-based training platforms, particularly laser-assisted systems supported by computer vision and artificial intelligence. Laser-based shooting simulators integrated with artificial intelligence, computer vision, and digital performance analytics have emerged as promising alternatives for safe, scalable, and accessible skill development.......

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Clinical practice is based on communication, and patients with speech, language, or communication needs (SLCN) are exposed to systemic obstacles that lead to a loss of autonomy and diagnostic accuracy. The presented academic literature review will discuss the disruptive character of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to the assistive communication technology and will leave the traditional rule-based Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) behind in favor of the dynamic and deep-learning-based technology. This article is based on a recent literature review (published in 2019-2025) and focuses on the possibility of implementing...........

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Evaluating the entrepreneurial performance of international high school students can help improve the quality of talent cultivation in international secondary education. This study constructs a multidimensional indicator system, including curriculum support, student enrollment, venture duration, mean comprehensive performance, threshold equivalence, and academic performance, and applies the entropy weight method to conduct a comprehensive evaluation and ranking of student entrepreneurial performance across eight international high schools in the Yangtze River Delta region. Composite evaluation scores are calculated for each school, on the basis of which the schools are ranked accordingly............

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The rapid expansion of solar power generation has increased the complexity of operating and maintaining large, geographically distributed solar plants. Traditional monitoring methods and rule-based SCADA systems generate massive volumes of data but often fail to convert this data into timely, actionable insights for Remote Operations Centers (ROCs). As a result, delayed fault detection, reactive maintenance, and increased downtime continue to impact energy yield and financial performance. This project, titled "AI as a Co-Pilot: The Future of Remote Operations for Solar Fleets", explores the role of Artificial Intelligence as a decision-support...........

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Globally, the two major environmental challenges faced are waste generation and dependency on fossil fuels. With the significant rise in industrialization and population, the quantities of both industrial and municipal waste have increased, while fossil fuels remain the dominant energy source. This challenge has created a need for sustainable waste management methods, along with advancements in the cleaning of alternative fuels. Gasification tends to be a prominent solution for converting carbon-based waste material into a valuable synthetic gas, also called as syngas, which primarily consists of hydrogen(H2), carbon monoxide (CO), carbon dioxide (CO2) and methane (CH4)...........

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This study investigated the extraction, characterization, and application of Ukpo (Horse Eye Bean -Mucuna sloanei) and melon husk seed oil as alternative base fluids for drilling mud formulation. Oil was extracted at varying temperatures (50–70°C) and extraction times (15–35 minutes) using petroleum ether as solvent. The physicochemical properties of the extracted oils were analyzed and compared with conventional base fluids such as diesel and crude oil. Results showed that oil yield increased progressively with both temperature and time, with maximum extraction observed at 70°C and 35 minutes...........

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This research explores how the quality, design, and maintenance of public spaces influence social interaction and community life. The study focuses on understanding which spatial and environmental factors motivate people to use public areas and engage with others. Data was collected through an online questionnaire distributed among residents of different European cities, including Sarajevo, Graz, Vienna, Brussels, and others, with a total of 41 participants............

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Healthcare systems play a vital role in improving human quality of life; however, they face numerous challenges such as inefficient data management, lack of timely diagnosis, limited accessibility, and inadequate patient monitoring. This paper proposes an AI-Based Integrated Healthcare System that leverages Artificial Intelligence, data analytics, and modern web technologies to create a smart, efficient, and centralized healthcare platform. The proposed system integrates multiple healthcare services into a unified interface, enabling seamless interaction among patients, doctors, and administrators..........

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Hydrocarbon pollution remains one of the most critical environmental challenges, especially in oil-producing regions such as the Niger Delta, where frequent oil spills and artisanal refining activities have led to severe soil degradation, loss of fertility, and ecological imbalance. Conventional remediation techniques, though effective, are often costly, time-consuming, and environmentally unsustainable. This study investigated the bioremediation potential of citrus fruit albedo, a waste by-product of citrus processing, as an eco-friendly and cost-effective alternative for the treatment of hydrocarbon-contaminated soil. Loamy soil samples collected from Agbonchia in Eleme Local Government Area of Rivers State were artificially contaminated with crude oil and treated...........

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This paper represents a smart IoT-based pulse monitoring and emergency alert system proposed to support continuous health observation and time to time assistance. A wearable device is built using ESP32 platform that measures vital signs such as heart rate and body temperature, where an integrated GPS module tracks the user's location in real time. Here, the sensed data is safely uploaded to a Firebase Realtime Database, that enables quick and dependable cloud synchronization. Coming to backend part, incoming readings are evaluated using predefined threshold values to categorize the user's condition as normal..........

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This research study was carried out in order to comply with environmental regulations requiring to minimize the spread of carcinogenic substances from gasoline, which arguably is caused by the benzene content of the reformates. The reformates are liquid products of the catalytic reforming unit in the refinery and because of its high-octane number rating, it is used as blending stocks for generating high octane gasoline. Therefore, a comprehensive simulation and optimization framework for the catalytic reforming reactors was developed, targeted on reducing the benzene content of the reformate...........

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Reliable fault diagnosis in high-voltage transmission systems is essential for maintaining the stability and security of modern power networks. This study presents an Artificial Neural Network (ANN) based approach for fault detection, classification, and location on a 330 kV transmission line. The Onitsha–Agu Awka–Nibo transmission network was used as the case study system. Transmission line parameters were modeled using MATLAB/Simulink, and per-unit values of three-phase voltages and currents were extracted as input features for the ANN. A multilayer perceptron neural network trained using the back-propagation algorithm..........

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Hot dry rock (HDR) represents a key clean energy resource essential for achieving the "dual carbon" goals. Conventional Enhanced Geothermal Systems (EGS) face challenges including induced seismicity and fluid loss, positioning closed-loop heat extraction technology as a vital alternative. This paper systematically reviews the research progress and engineering practices of three closed-loop heat extraction technologies: coaxial borehole heat exchangers, U-shaped wells, and super-long gravity heat pipes. The latest achievements in numerical simulation, field testing, and engineering application are critically assessed, and the distinctive..........

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Swarm intelligence is an active area of research. A new algorithm titled Teacher Brother Sister Father Mother Friend Artificial Intelligence Algorithm (TBSFMFAIA) is proposed in this article. The proposed TBSFMFAIA Artificial intelligence algorithm belongs to Human Swarm Optimization (HSO) field.
Keywords—Artificial Intelligence, Swarm Intelligence, Teacher, Brother, Sister, Father, Mother, Friend, TBSFMFAIA

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The idea that 'service to parents is equivalent to service to all beings' is one of the most important teachings found across many cultures, religions, and philosophical traditions around the world. This paper looks at this idea from many angles — including ancient religious scriptures, modern psychology, philosophy, and sociology — to show that taking care of your parents is not just a family duty. It is, in fact, a way of expressing love and compassion for all living beings, and it is where humans first learn how to serve others............

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The assessment of external piping loads on pressure vessel nozzles remains a persistent challenge in process plant engineering due to the complex structural interaction between piping systems, nozzles, flanges, and vessel shells. Conventional design practices typically depend on iterative coordination between vessel and piping disciplines, often supported by conservative empirical nozzle load tables or post-design verification procedures. While widely applied, these approaches may introduce excessive conservatism, reduce design transparency, and lead to costly late-stage modifications............

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