American Journal of Science, Engineering and Technology

Volume 9, Issue 1, March 2024

  • Research Article

    A Comparative Study on the Application of Intelligent Models in the Estimation of Backbreak in Mine Blasting Operations

    Festus Kunkyin-Saadaari*, Victor Kwaku Agadzie, Richard Gyebuni

    Issue: Volume 9, Issue 1, April 2024
    Pages: 1-13
    Received: 7 December 2023
    Accepted: 4 January 2024
    Published: 18 January 2024
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    Abstract: Backbreak in the mining industry presents a considerable challenge, impacting both safety and operational efficiency. Accurate prediction of backbreak is therefore a critical endeavour. This study rigorously evaluates four advanced machine learning (ML) techniques—Lagrangian Support Vector Machine (LSVM), Radial Basis Function Neural Network (RBFNN... Show More
  • Research Article

    S-Box Generation Algorithm by Constructing the Non-Singular Adjacency Matrix Using the Genetic Algorithm

    Javokhir Abdurazzokov

    Issue: Volume 9, Issue 1, April 2024
    Pages: 14-20
    Received: 20 December 2023
    Accepted: 4 January 2024
    Published: 18 January 2024
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    Abstract: In today's applications of block ciphers, the substitution box (S-box) serves as a critical nonlinear component that is essential for generating complex ciphertext. S-boxes that exhibit lower differential uniformity and increased nonlinearity are more adept at resisting cryptanalytic efforts. The paper proposes that the construction of an 8x8 S-box... Show More
  • Research Article

    Development of Process Safety Cumulative Risk Assessment and Visualization Model/Framework for Petroleum Facilities in Niger-Delta Region, Nigeria

    Emeka Maduabuchi*, Gogomary Oyet Israel

    Issue: Volume 9, Issue 1, March 2024
    Pages: 21-31
    Received: 23 February 2024
    Accepted: 6 March 2024
    Published: 19 March 2024
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajset.20240901.13
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    Abstract: One of the key challenges in preventing major process safety accidents in an operating plant is the lack of an integrated system/model that brings together the risks posed by the deficiencies / deviations on the safety critical barriers, for operational decision making. Based on this context, an exploratory study was undertaken to develop a model/f... Show More
  • Research Article

    Investigating the Effect of Palm Kernel Shell Powder on the Rheological and Filtration Properties of Water Based Mud

    Sarah Abidemi Akintola*, Omotosho Temitope James, Omojola Ayobomi Fatai

    Issue: Volume 9, Issue 1, March 2024
    Pages: 32-41
    Received: 20 February 2024
    Accepted: 15 March 2024
    Published: 2 April 2024
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    Abstract: During drilling operations, the use of drilling fluid plays a critical role, and over time, there has been considerable interest in enhancing drilling fluid characteristics in order to improve performance, reduce costs, and prevent environmental pollution. Deviating from conventional additives, recent studies have explored the use of alternative ma... Show More