This study delves into the issues concerning power quality in distribution systems, which commonly experience substantial losses, voltage fluctuations, and instability bus voltages. More specifically, this paper centered on optimizing Distribution Static Compensator (DSTATCOM) to tackle these challenges. To achieve objective, we employ Backward/Forward Sweep (BFS) method for load flow analysis Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO) algorithm determine ideal size placement of DSTATCOM. The...

Advances in cloud computing and distributed systems are enhancing the advantages that delivers to can be integrated with computers due their multitasking ability. This is already case when discussing Smart Grid (SG). enhancement applied drive efficiency energy management electricity generation, transmission distribution. As has become de facto main source of worldwide, it expected all nations, including developing nations such as Ghana, seeks constantly improve electrical capabilities...

Hardware impairments (HWI) are imperfections in hardware components that diminish wireless communication performance. Unlike Geometric-based Stochastic Models (GBSMs), existing works on the impact of HWI cooperative-relay (CR) Non-Orthogonal Multiple Access (NOMA) systems employ Correlated-based Model (CBSM), which does not capture realistic propagation mechanisms. Moreover, studies CR-NOMA with large antenna transmitters (LATs) using CBSM and GBSM have attracted little attention academia....

Abstract Lab@Home: Remote laboratory evolution in the Cloud Computing EraThe Evolution of and decreases costs electronic components,becoming smaller devices, now makes possible emergence othermodels exploitation remote laboratories. Indeed, until now, most RemoteLaboratories are to make available through computer networks software andhardware interfaces, equipment or real instruments installed remotelaboratories. Now, it is time allow students carry out work from home,but this case,...

Abstract NOTE: The first page of text has been automatically extracted and included below in lieu an abstract Session 2520 Application the Ansoft Serenade 7.0 PC Software a Wireless Course Willie K. Ofosu Telecommunications Department Penn State Wilkes-Barre applications have experienced rapid growth recent years, resulting need for design analytical tools practicing engineers that are fast reliable. This is reflected university academic programs where courses wireless form part...

Abstract NOTE: The first page of text has been automatically extracted and included below in lieu an abstract Session 3547 Assessing the need to introduce Electromagnetic Compliance Interference (EMC/EMI) Engineering Technology programs. Albert Lozano-Nieto Willie Ofosu Penn State University Wilkes-Barre Campus P.O. Box PSU. Lehman, PA 18627 Phone: (717) 675-9245. FAX: 675-7713 email: AXL17@psu.edu ABSTRACT A common goal programs is produce highly qualified graduates serving industry...

Abstract NOTE: The first page of text has been automatically extracted and included below in lieu an abstract Session 2670 Improving Minority Representation In Engineering Programs Willie K. Ofosu Penn State Wilkes-Barre P. O. Box PSU Lehman, PA 18727 Tel: (570) 675-9137 e-mail: wko1@psu.edu It is common knowledge that minorities are under represented the field engineering. This fact also evidenced representation engineering programs, both at Associate Baccalaureate levels. Generally, few...

Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access (WiMAX) technology has gained growing interest due to its applications and advantages. It is fast emerging as a last-mile problem solution broadband access technology. This paper presents operation scenarios the deployment of Fourth Generation (4G) WiMAX system in typical sub-Saharan African environment. been specified based on real world conditions considering regulatory rules by National Communication Authority (NCA) radio frequency spectrum...

Vehicle overloading is one of the major problems confronting many developing nations and Ghana not an exception.Two attendant are accidents, damage to road infrastructure.Weighing stations may be answer these conditions, but few used for measuring weight some specific vehicles in Ghana.A vehicle loading monitoring detection using a load sensor GSM model with automatic engine lock system proposed this study as solution.The will detect automatically call owner or safety officer that...

Fingerprints are considered to be the best and fastest method for checking attendance. They secured use, unique every person, do not change in one’s lifetime barring accident. The objective of this paper was improve on fingerprint identification system implementation a large database. main design construct an attendance using module. In system, Arduino Wemos D1 R2 ESP8266 (microcontroller) Adafruit reader components used insert records into database

WiMAX is a popular broadband solution with diverse applications.With several advantages such as low cost applications and last mile for wireless access, will no doubt help bridge the ever increasing digital divide in many Sub-Saharan African countries.Many countries Sub of Sahara have recently started deploying to offer subscribers affordable internet service.Because peculiar conditions Sub-Sahara Africa, critical design optimization techniques be vital making networks deliver expected by...

Fingerprints are considered to be the best and fastest method for checking attendance.They secured use, unique every person, do not change in one's lifetime barring accident.The objective of this paper was improve on fingerprint identification system implementation a large database.The main design construct an attendance using module.In system, Arduino Wemos D1 R2 ESP8266 (microcontroller) Adafruit reader components used insert records into database.

Globalization has been greatly supported by wireless applications and as a result, African countries have connectivity to other parts of the world through satellite for instance. On national level, proved be invaluable where mobile services can means which lives saved. In developing country such Ghana, are used not only in entrepreneurial activities, but enhancing quality life. Whereas transmitters receivers designed based on specifications, structures buildings considering parameters height...

Abstract This paper suggests a new approach to perform the laboratories sessions in engineering courses using remote laboratory. Our is that for each laboratory session, there are sets of user interfaces designed as services available learners. Each service allows applying some inputs (if any) physical equipment and returns selected output signals from equipment. These outputs can be measured and/or saved. In order obtain required results formulated by teacher his/her learning scenario,...

Utilization of Distribution Static Compensator (DSTATCOM) has proven to be instrumental in essential strategies aimed at mitigating power losses within electrical network systems. The growing demand for electricity and high maintenance costs have propelled DSTATCOM into a prominent position discussion consideration. This paper conducted comprehensive comparative study employing optimization methods such as Differential Evolution (DE), Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO), Artificial Bee Colony...

For years, some African universities followed the British education system, but this is gradually changing. example in Ghana, three terms to year approach has been changed two semester approach. Also, local conditions and service learning are being included curricula. This done Telecommunications Engineering program at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science Technology. The planned such that student projects for which students will earn credits result products supply community needs. therefore...

The arrival of new Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) has significantly enhanced our capabilities to collect, process distribute information.As a result these developments, many developing countries, including Ghana, are realizing the role ICT can play in Governance sector.The National Technology Agency (NITA), which is body charged Ghana provide technological advice policy frameworks for Electronic Government (e-Government) service delivery, deployed pilot e-Government...

With the increasing demand for mobile data services, Broadband Wireless Access (BWA) is emerging as one of fastest growing areas within communications. Innovative wireless communication systems, such WiMAX, are expected to offer highly reliable broadband radio access in order meet demands high speed and multimedia services. In Ghana, deployment WiMAX technology has recently begun. Planning these capacity networks presence multiple interferences achieve aim enabling users enjoy cheap internet...

Abstract NOTE: The first page of text has been automatically extracted and included below in lieu an abstract Enriching A Curriculum With Local Content major driver for technological development any group people is the technical needs people, one factors that impact process improvement environmental conditions. In considering habitable parts planet, there are clear identifiable regions have different relating this to field engineering, many advances recent years such as various forms...

Abstract NOTE: The first page of text has been automatically extracted and included below in lieu an abstract Session 2247 DEVELOPING COST-EFFECTIVE LABORATORY EXERCISES FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS PROGRAMS 1 Austin B. Asgill, 2Willie K. Ofosu Southern Polytechnic State University1 / Penn Wilkes-Barre2 Telecommunications equipment that are commonly utilized industry generally expensive it is becoming increasingly more difficult for universities to afford even some the most basic these their...

The exponential growth in technology has resulted African nations acquiring the technologies needed for their development, and providing necessary skills to operators. Deployment of requires an appreciation, a good understanding ambient conditions. This is particularly wireless applications. Research relating these undertaken by students faculty members at universities colleges. paper discusses judicious selection research topics methods, introduces atmospheric conditions Sub-Saharan nation,...