Archive:: International Journal of Energy and Power Engineering:: Science Publishing Group

Volume 3, Issue 1, February 2014

Adaptive Bacterial Foraging Oriented Particle Swarm Optimization Algorithm for Solving Optimal Reactive Power Dispatch Problem

K. Lenin, B. Ravindranath Reddy, M. Surya Kalavathi

Issue: Volume 3, Issue 1, February 2014

Pages: 1-6

Received: 13 December 2013

Published: 20 January 2014

DOI: 10.11648/j.ijepe.20140301.11

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Abstract: This paper presents an algorithm for solving the multi-objective reactive power dispatch problem in a power system. Modal analysis of the system is used for static voltage stability assessment. Loss minimization and maximization of voltage stability margin are taken as the objectives. Generator terminal voltages, reactive power generation of the ca... Show More

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An Approach to Energy Management: A Case Study of a Medium Scale Printing Press in Lagos, Nigeria

Sogo Mayokun Abolarin, Manasseh Babale Shitta, Chimaobi Daniel Nna, Charles Asirra Eguma, Allwell Osariere Kedo, Abdulmutalib Yussuff, Oluwabori Ayodeji Babatunde, Babatunde Olubusayo Onafeso, Oluwole Adegbenro

Issue: Volume 3, Issue 1, February 2014

Pages: 7-14

Received: 6 January 2014

Published: 20 February 2014

DOI: 10.11648/j.ijepe.20140301.12

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Abstract: This paper investigates Energy Management Opportunities for reducing energy wastes in a medium scale manufacturing industry’s production processes. The energy information on electricity and diesel consumption for the year 2011 was obtained to complement data collected from walk-through and comprehensive audits. An estimated 125,181kWh of electricit... Show More

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New Solution Method of Wave Problems from the Turning Points

Kamal Sheikh Younis, Nikolay Evgenevich Tsapenko

Issue: Volume 3, Issue 1, February 2014

Pages: 15-20

Received: 21 January 2014

Published: 20 February 2014

DOI: 10.11648/j.ijepe.20140301.13

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Abstract: One of the main challenges in wave processes is the problem of eventuality correctness of different asymptotic representations of the same exact solution taken from different sides of the turning point. In this paper a universal solution method of this problem has been developed and the particular solutions of the wave equation have been expressed ... Show More

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Performance and Emissions of a Methane Fueled V-Twin Four Stroke Spark Ignited Engine

Daniel John Piekarski, James H. Lee, Robert D. Garrick, Andrew Smith, Kenneth E. Krapf, John Bulzacchelli

Issue: Volume 3, Issue 1, February 2014

Pages: 21-27

Received: 31 January 2014

Published: 10 March 2014

DOI: 10.11648/j.ijepe.20140301.14

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Abstract: This paper discusses the on-going study of a modified two-cylinder V-twin engine used to research and analyze natural gas combustion. The purpose of the experimentation is to determine the feasibility of Natural Gas as an alternative fuel for automotive and stationary power generation applications. During testing the engine was operated under vario... Show More

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Can Nigeria Generate 30% of her Electricity from Coal by 2015

Elijah Ige Ohimain

Issue: Volume 3, Issue 1, February 2014

Pages: 28-37

Received: 7 February 2014

Published: 10 March 2014

DOI: 10.11648/j.ijepe.20140301.15

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Abstract: Nigeria is blessed with diverse energy resources. The country had generated electricity from coal in the 1950s, but this was abandoned in the wake of the civil war (1969-1970) and the focus changed to petroleum. Nigeria now generates her electricity mostly from gas thermal plants (64.6%). Electricity in Nigeria is poor, of low quality with frequent... Show More

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