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FUOYE Academic Staff Profile

Prof. Bukola Olalekan Bolaji

Professor

Department of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering

Area of Specialization: Energy, Thermofluids, and Building Services Engineering

Biography

Professor Bukola Olalekan Bolaji is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering with over 30 years of professional and academic experience. He obtained his Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.), Master of Engineering (M.Eng.), and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degrees in Mechanical Engineering (Building Services Engineering Option) from the Federal University of Technology Akure, Nigeria, in 1994, 1998, and 2009, respectively. He is currently a member of the University Governing Council and Director of Academic Planning at the Federal University Oye-Ekiti, Nigeria. He previously served as Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, Director of the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Unit, and Director of the Strategic Partnerships, Linkages and Collaborations Directorate at the Federal University Oye-Ekiti. He was the pioneer Head of the Department of Mechatronics Engineering at the Federal University of Agriculture Abeokuta, Nigeria, and also served as Head of the Department of Mechanical Engineering at both the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, and the Federal University Oye-Ekiti, Nigeria.
Professor Bolaji has supervised and mentored numerous undergraduate and postgraduate students and has made significant contributions to teaching, research, and academic administration. As a Chartered Engineer, he has provided consultancy services to various industries in the areas of refrigeration, air-conditioning, and solar power systems. He is a member of several professional bodies, including the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), the Nigerian Institution of Engineering Management (NIEM), the Environment Behaviour Association of Nigeria (EBAN), and the Southern African Association for Energy Efficiency (SAEE). He is also a member of the United Nations-African International Partnership for Sustainable Development Goals.

Research Interests

Refrigeration and air-conditioning systems, sustainable energy and environmental engineering, solar thermal energy systems, and solar power technologies.

Qualifications

DegreeInstitutionYear
Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) Degree in Mechanical EngineeringFederal University of Technology, Akure, Nigeria1994
Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) Degree in Mechanical Engineering (Building Services Engineering Option)Federal University of Technology, Akure, Nigeria1998
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Mechanical EngineeringFederal University of Technology, Akure, Nigeria2009

Professional Qualification

Registered Engineer (R.9356) · 2002

Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria

Awards

Award of Academic Excellent as the Best Postdoctoral Fellow of the Year 2012 · 2013

Tshwane University of Technology, Pretoria, South Africa

Award of Academic Excellent as the Best Researcher in Faculty of Engineering · 2021

Federal University Oye-Ekiti, Nigeria

Top 2% scientists · 2025

Stanford–Elsevier Global Scientist Rankings

Top 500 researchers in Nigeria in the Total H-Index ranking · 2026

AD Scientific Index

Grants

Research Grant (No.: RG202) to carry out a research on “Development of a Solar Fish Dryer” · 2006 NAIRA 200,000.00

Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta

Research Grant (UNAAB/IFSERAR/IRG01) to carry out a research on “Design and Construction of a Solar Photovoltaic Powered Refrigerator for Rural Applications" · 2008 NAIRA 350,000.00

Institute of Food Security, Environmental Resources and Agricultural Research (IFSERAR)

Total Grant: NAIRA 550,000.00

Scholarship

Postdoctoral Research Scholarship · 2011

Tshwane University of Technology, Pretoria, South Africa

Prizes

Best Student in Mathematics · 1978

Babatope Memorial High School, Ikoro-Ekiti, Nigeria

Best Student in National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering · 1988

Lagos State Polytechnic, Isolo, Lagos State, Nigeria

Membership of Professional Bodies

Nigerian Society of Engineers · 2000

Corporate Member / R. 10326

Environment and Behaviour Association of Nigeria · 2003

Corporate Member / R. 0046

Nigerian Institution of Engineering Management · 2004

Corporate Member / R. 0574

Southern African Association for Energy Efficiency · 2012

Corporate Member / SAEE538

United Nations-African International Partnership for Sustainable Development Goals · 2019

Corporate Member

Nigerian Institution of Mechanical Engineers · 2026

Corporate Member / B00736

Paper Presentation - Local

Noise Control for Sustainable Environment in Nigeria Manufacturing Companies · 2003

11th Annual Conference of Environment and Behaviour Association of Nigeria (EBAN) / Federal University of Technology, Akure, Nigeria

The Role of Solar Energy in the Preservation of Agriculture Products in Nigeria · 2003

11th Annual Conference of Environment and Behaviour Association of Nigeria (EBAN) / Federal University of Technology, Akure, Nigeria

Possibility of Rural Electrification through Solar Energy in Nigeria and Solar Power Pumping System for Rural Water Supply · 2004

5th Annual Engineering Conf. of School of Engineering & Engineering Technology / Federal University of Technology, Minna, Nigeria

Performance Evaluation of a Simple Solar Dryer for Food Preservation · 2005

6th Annual Engineering Conf. of School of Engineering & Engineering Technology / Federal University of Technology, Minna, Nigeria

Automobile Air Pollutant Emission and Control · 2005

Environmental Sustainability and Conservation in Nigeria / Federal University of Technology, Akure, Nigeria

CFC Refrigerants and Stratospheric Ozone: Past, Present and Future · 2005

Environmental Sustainability and Conservation in Nigeria / Federal University of Technology, Akure, Nigeria

Sustainable Energy Technologies for Poverty Alleviation and Environmental Protection · 2006

1st National Conference of Faculty of Science / University of Abuja, Nigeria

Simulation of Load during Rod Rolling of HCSS316 at Low Strain Rate · 2008

2nd International Conference on Engineering Research and Development (ICERD) / University of Benin, Benin City, Nigeria

Simulation of Refrigeration System in a Food Processing Company: A Case of Nigeria Bottling Company Ikeja · 2012

4th International Conference on Engineering Research and Development (ICERD) / University of Benin, Benin City, Nigeria

Production and Characterization of Amorphous Aluminum-Copper Alloy for Aerospace Applications · 2015

Centre for Satellite Technology Development (CSTD) / Abuja, Nigeria

Development of an Automatic Water Tank Controller · 2019

1st International Mechatronics Engineering Conference / Federal University Oye-Ekiti, Nigeria

Review of the Fundamental Computational Infrastructural Construction Requirement for the Design Consideration for SMFO System · 2019

1st International Mechatronics Engineering Conference / Federal University Oye-Ekiti, Nigeria

Integration of Public Surveillance System into Telecommunication Regulatory Framework in Nigeria · 2019

1st International Mechatronics Engineering Conference / Federal University Oye-Ekiti, Nigeria

Design and Fabrication of Automatic Transfer Switch for Self-Starting Power Backup Systems · 2019

1st International Mechatronics Engineering Conference / Federal University Oye-Ekiti, Nigeria

Performance enhancement using appropriate mass charge of R600a in a developed domestic refrigerator · 2019

International Conference on Energy and Sustainable Environment / Covenant University, Ota, Nigeria

Evaluation Analysis of a Developed Solar Refrigerator using Conventional Refrigerant for Rural and Medical Applications · 2021

International Conference on Energy and Sustainable Environment / Covenant University, Ota, Nigeria

Effect of Fins Spacing on the Performance Evaluation of a Refrigeration System using LPG as Refrigerant. · 2021

International Conference on Energy and Sustainable Environment / Covenant University, Ota, Nigeria

Overview of Sensor Analysis for Health Monitoring-An Expert System for Catfish Pond · 2021

IOP Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering / Covenant University, Ota, Nigeria

Evaluation of a Sustainable Automated Hand Washing System Equipped with a Water Recycling Device · 2023

International Conference on Science, Engineering & Business for Sustainable Development Goals (SEB-SDG) / Landmark University, Omu-Aran, Nigeria

Paper Presentation - International

Energy Performance of Eco-Friendly RE170 and R510A Refrigerants as Alternatives to R134a in Vapour Compression Refrigeration System · 2012

9th International Conference on the Industrial and Commercial Use of Energy / Cape Peninsula University of Technology, Cape Town, South Africa

Energy Performance of Eco-Friendly R432A and R433A as Alternatives to R22 · 2012

5th International Conference on Appropriate Technology / Department of Science and Technology, Republic of South Africa, Pretoria, South Africa

Assessment of Adaptation of E-learning in Engineering Education in Nigeria universities · 2021

World Engineering Education Forum/Global Engineering Deans Council (WEEF/GEDC) / Madrid, Spain

Evaluation of engineering students output during covid-19 pandemic lockdown · 2021

World Engineering Education Forum/Global Engineering Deans Council (WEEF/GEDC) / Madrid, Spain

Disruptive Technologies in Engineering Education: A Case Study · 2022

World Engineering Education Forum - Global Engineering Deans Council (WEEF-GEDC) / Cape Town, South Africa

Postgraduate Ph.D Supervision

Olorunfemi, J. B. (PG09/0321) · 2014

Zero-loss grain storage and management using computer aided management

Oyelaran, O. A. (PG10/0298) · 2014

Development of a motorized biomass fuel briquetting machine

Sangotayo, E. O. (PG09/0229) · 2016

Modelling & performance characterisation of solar powered absorption refrigeration system

Samuel, O. D. (PG09/0228) · 2016

In-situ trans-elsterification of pycnanthus (pycnanthus Angoleusis) seeds into biodi-esel using mixed methanol/ethanol system

Akintunlaji, O. A. (PG08/0225) · 2016

Automation of Sandcrete Block Production

Amosun, S. T. (PG10/0290) · 2016

Development of a solar energy- powered tyre pressure control unit

Abayomi, T. L. (PG11/0544) · 2017

Simulation and experimental modelling of combined ventilation & power solar chimney

Fakehinde, O. B. (PG11/0535) · 2017

Room conditioning by water flowing through inserted pipes in attic roof for thermal Comfort in tropical region

Ambali, A. O. (PHD/MEE/2019/001) · 2024

Development and characterisation of Al- 2.5%Mg/xSiCp metal matrix composite for marine application

Banjo, O. S. (PHD/MEE/2019/002) · 2024

Development and performance evaluation of biological nanoparticles for domestic refrigeration system

Borokinni, F. O. (PHD/MEE/2019/003) · 2024

Optimisation of machining parameters of difficult-to-cut metal (AISI 304 SS) using MQL and brass nano-fluid coolant

Oshodin, T. E. (PHD/MEE/2019/008) · 2024

Development of a refrigerator with internal heat exchanger using mixture of CO2 and LPG as refrigerant

Ogundana, T. O. (PHD/MEE/2019/007) · 2024

Investigation on the Mechanical Properties of Rice Husk and Coconut Fibre Epoxy-Filled Composites for Automotive Application

Oginni, O. T. (PHD/MEE/2022/0080) · 2025

Development of a Vapour Compression Cascade Refrigeration System for Fresh Blood Plasma Storage

Lateef, I. A. (PHD/MEE/2019/003) · 2025

Production and assessment of alternative fuel from cashew nut shell and ackee apple seed for firing furnace

Ajobo, J. A. (PHD/MEE/2019/002) · 2025

Production, characterization and corrosion effect of cascabela thevetia (yellow oleander) and hevea brasiliensis (rubber) seeds

Kolo, J. G. (PHD/MEE/2019/002) · 2025

Production and performance evaluation of biodiesel from mango & African star apple seed oil blends using snail shell as catalyst

Avwunuketa, A. A. (PHD/MEE/2019/002) · 2025

Optimization of transonic flow in rotor blade of axial compressor of an aircraft turbofan engine for better performance

Olusesan, A E. (PHD/MEE/2022/0078) · 2026

Empirical study of integrated lean six sigma for enhancing efficiency-based controllable cost factors in manufacturing operations

Ajayi, I. S. (PHD/MEE/2022/0078) · 2026

Retrofitting and performance optimization of domestic refrigerator using HC refrigerants

Olumoroti, I. A. (PHD/MEE/2020/0002) · 2026

Evaluation of the potential of African star apple and ackee seed oils as bio-transformer oils

Abioye, J. O. (PHD/MEE/2023/0003) · 2026

Development of an energy-efficient refrigerator with hot and cold-water system

Olagunju, M. O. (PHD/MEE/2022/0005) · 2026

Development of a fixed bed biomass pyrolysis reactor for production and energy content enhancement of biofuel

Postgraduate M.Sc Supervision

Akintaro, A. O. (PG08/0224) · 2010

Design & performance evaluation of a mobile cooler refrigerator retrofitted with R134a

Okuo, D. O. (PG08/0227) · 2010

Evaluation of biogas yield of selected ratios of cattle, swine and poultry wastes

Openibo, A. O. (PG08/0340) · 2010

Correlation between Sunshine Hours and Global Solar Radiation in Abeokuta, Nigeria

Oyelami, S. (PG09/0227) · 2011

Experimental investigation of the performance of LPG refrigerants in a vapour compression refrigeration system

Nwaokocha, C. N. (PG09/0222) · 2011

Tidal power potential evaluation of Lagos Costal area

Surakat A. S. (PG10/0300) · 2012

Performance investigation of spark ignition engine using ethanol as alternative fuel

Babarinde, T. O. (PG10/0267) · 2012

Computer simulation and experimental study of LPG refrigerant performance in a domestic refrigerator

Borokinni, F. O. (PG10/0270) · 2012

Experimental analysis of the performance of hydrocarbon refrigerants in a domestic refrigerator

Oke, O. O. (PG10/0286) · 2012

Performance study of a R134a domestic refrigerator retrofitted with R290 & R600a

Opeyemi, L. A. (PG10/0292) · 2012

Effects of sub-cooling and refrigerant charge on the performance of a domestic refrigerator

Adeleke, A. I. (PG10/0255) · 2012

Evaluation of energy content of biogas from agriculture and animal residues

Orelaja, O. A. (PG10/0293) · 2012

A study on workers exposure to noise and vibration in a manufacturing company

Owoeye, E. S. (PG10/0294) · 2012

Computerized inventory management for a manufacturing industry

Owoyemi, T. J. (PG10/0297) · 2012

Computer aided simulation of a refrigerating system in a food processing company

Adesina, B. S. (PG09/0051) · 2013

Water absorption kinetics of ofada and nerica rice during soaking

Yusuf, T. A. (PG11/0584) · 2013

Evaluation of water-extract from fermented ground maize for its potentials as coolants for engine and machining operations

Omotainse, P. O. (PG11/0110) · 2013

Development of a solar box cooker with a hot water dispensing system

Osu, M. F. (PG11/0111) · 2013

Development of a battery cage installed with a drinking system

Bada, D. A. (PG10/0237) · 2013

Synthesis, characterization and optical properties of nanocrystalline zno-dye hybrids usable in solar industries

Adeniyi, V. A. (PG11/0506) · 2013

Development of an automobile faults diagnostic software using expert system

Zubairu, A. S. (PG11/0585) · 2013

Energy analysis of a crude oil distillation unit of nigerian refinery

Olopade, O. F. (PG11/0564) · 2013

Development of software for determining material removal rate of various operations on a conventional lathe machine

Sunmonu, G. A. (207267809) · 2013

Experimental and theoretical performances of heat pump water heaters using R22, R407C and R410A as refrigerants

Banjo, S. O. (14/PCM/ 88765) · 2019

Experimental analysis of the performance of an eco-friendly HC600a as a retrofitting refrigerant in a domestic refrigerator using appropriate refrigerant charge

Olusesan, A. E. (M.ENG/M TE/18/0005) · 2020

Development of a thermoelectric refrigerat-or with automatic control of cooling temperature for preservation of food

Adama, A. (M.ENG/M EE/19/001) · 2022

Assessment and development of low-cost de-feathering machine

Akinfisoye, E. B. (M.ENG/M EE/19/004) · 2022

Optimisation of biogas from brewery waste water in international breweries plc

Ayeye, T. O. (M.ENG/M EE/19/006) · 2022

Development of an automated hand washing system with an installed water recycling device

Adeoye G. M. (M.ENG/MEE/2023/004) · 2026

Analysis of sawmills noise and its effects on workers in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeria

Course Teaching

MCE 503 · 2008/2009 to 2013/2014; First

Refrigeration & Air-conditioning II

MCE 409 · 2007/2008 to 2013/2014; First

Internal Combustion Engine

MCE 407 · 2007/2008 to 2013/2014; First

Refrigeration & Air-conditioning I

MCE 301 · 2006/2007 to 2013/2014; First

Machine Drawings

MCE 205 · 2007/2008 to 2013/2014; First

Fluid Mechanics I

MCE 508 · 2008/2009 to 2013/2014; Second

Power Generating Plants

MCE 506 · 2008/2009 to 2013/2014; Second

Fluid Machinery

MCE 504 · 2008/2009 to 2013/2014; Second

Automobile Engineering

MCE 308 · 2006/2007 to 2013/2014; Second

Applied Thermodynamics

MCE 705 · 2009/2010 to 2013/2014; First

Advanced Thermodynamics

MCE 622 · 2009/2010 to 2013/2014; Second

Mechanical Engineering Design

MCE 611 · 2009/2010 to 2013/2014; First

Engineering Graphics

MEE205 · 2015/2016 to 2018/2019; First

Thermodynamics I

MEE307 · 2015/2016 to 2018/2019; First

Thermodynamics II

MEE405 · 2015/2016 to 2018/2019; First

Thermodynamics III

MEE411 · 2016/2017 to 2022/2023; First

Fluid Mechanics III

MEE503 · 2016/2017 to 2025/2026; First

Fluid Machinery

MEE511 · 2016/2017 to 2024/2025; First

Internal Combustion Engines

MEE206 · 2014/2015 to 2017/2018; Second

Fluid Mechanics I

MEE308 · 2014/2015 to 2017/2018; Second

Fluid Mechanics II

MEE504 · 2016/2017 to 2025/2026; Second

Heat Transfer

MEE510 · 2016/2017 to 2024/2025; Second

Mechanical Maintenance

MEE809 · 2019/2020 to 2025/2026; First

Environment and Safety Engineering

MEE801 · 2019/2020 to 2025/2026; First

Optimization Techniques

MEE802 · 2019/2020 to 2025/2026; Second

Radiative Heat Transfer

MEE828 · 2019/2020 to 2025/2026; Second

Advanced Computational Methods

Professional Skill

Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Systems

Design, analysis, performance evaluation, and optimization of refrigeration and HVAC systems

Thermal Systems Engineering

Modeling, simulation, and optimization of heat transfer and thermodynamic systems

Renewable and Sustainable Energy Systems

Design and assessment of solar thermal, solar photovoltaic, and other sustainable energy technologies

Engineering Research and Development

Conducting experimental, numerical, and theoretical research for solving engineering problems

Computational Modelling and Simulation

Application of engineering software for system modelling, simulation, and optimization

ANSYS and Engineering Software

Finite element analysis, thermal analysis, and engineering simulations using ANSYS and related tools

Data Analysis and Statistical Tools

Analysis and interpretation of research data using statistical and computational techniques

Project Management

Planning, coordination, implementation, and monitoring of engineering projects

Technical Report and Academic Writing

Preparation of journal articles, conference papers, technical reports, and grant proposals

Teaching and Academic Mentoring

Curriculum delivery, student supervision, and mentoring of undergraduate and postgraduate students

Engineering Consultancy

Professional consulting services in refrigeration, air-conditioning, and solar energy systems

Laboratory and Experimental Techniques

Design, operation, and management of engineering experiments and laboratory equipment

Leadership and Team Management

Leading research groups, academic committees, and multidisciplinary engineering teams

Communication and Presentation Skills

Effective delivery of technical presentations, lectures, seminars, and stakeholder engagements

Environmental and Energy Auditing

Assessment of energy utilization, environmental impacts, and sustainability performance

Custom Fields

Reviewer appointment

Journal of Engineering Science & Technology, a Publication of Taylor’s University, Malaysia

Reviewer appointment

International Journal of Energy Research, UK

Reviewer appointment

Energy and Environment, Published by Multi-Science, UK

Reviewer appointment

the Journal of the Association of Professional Engineers of Trinidad & Tobago, West Indies

Reviewer appointment

Journal of Agricultural Biotechnology and Sustainable Development, Published by Academic Journals, Lagos, Nigeria

Reviewer appointment

Scientia Iranica, Published by Elsevier, US

Reviewer appointment

Journal of Applied Energy Published by Elsevier, US

Reviewer appointment

Thermal Science Published by Society of Thermal Engineers of Serbia

Reviewer appointment

Journal of Cleaner Production, Published by Elsevier, US

Selected Publications

Theoretical Investigation of Energy-Saving Potential of Eco-Friendly R430A, R440A and R450A Refrigerants in a Domestic Refrigerator

Authors: B.O. Bolaji, A.E. Adeleke, M.R. Adu, M.U. Olanipekun and E. Akinnibosun

Iranian Journal of Science and Technology, Transactions of Mechanical Engineering • 2019

Open publication

Development of a Solar Box for Cooking and Water Heating

Authors: Omotainse, P.O., Lucas, E.B., Olayanju, T.M.A., Bolaji, B.O., Dairo, O.U., and Bassey, E.J.

FULafia Journal of Science and Technology • 2018

Open publication

Experimental Evaluation of a Thermally Driven Adsorption Refrigeration System in Ogbomoso Environs

Authors: Sangotayo E.O., Waheed M.A. and Bolaji B.O.

Journal of Energy Technologies and Policy • 2018

Open publication

Design and Construction of a Motorized Citrus Juice Extractor

Authors: O.O. Martins, B.O. Bolaji, O.H. Adeyemi, and O.M. Sanusi

FUOYE Journal of Engineering and Technology • 2018

Open publication

Experimental Analysis of the Performance of the Eco-Friendly R510A and R600a Refrigerants in a Retrofitted Vapour Compression Refrigerating System

Authors: F.O. Borokinni, B.O. Bolaji, and A.A. Ismail

Nase More (Our Sea: Int. Journal of Maritime Science and Technology) • 2018

Open publication

An Analysis of Noise and its Environmental Burden on the Example of Nigerian Manufacturing Companies

Authors: B.O. Bolaji, M.U. Olanipekun, AA. Adekunle and A.E. Adeleke

Journal of Cleaner Production • 2018

Open publication

Applicability of Peleg’s Equation in Predicting Water Absorption During the Soaking of Ofada and Nerica (L1) Rice

Authors: B.S. Adesina, T. Olayanju, O. Dairo, B.O. Bolaji and O. Sobukola

Journal of Postharvest Technology • 2017

Open publication

Energy Performance of Environmental-friendly R435A and R161 Refrigerants in Sub-cooling Refrigeration Systems

Authors: B.O. Bolaji, M.R. Adu, M.U. Olanipekun and E. Akinnibosun

The Holistic Approach to Environment • 2017

Open publication

Thermodynamic Study of Environment-Friendly R429A, R435A and R457A Refrigerants as Substitutes for Ozone Depleting R22 in Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Systems

Authors: B.O. Bolaji, O.A. Oyelaran and O.C. Okoye

Pomorstvo (Scientific Journal of Maritime Research) • 2017

Open publication

Dye-Modified ZnO Nanohybrids: Optical Properties of the Potential Solar Cell Nanocomposites

Authors: W.B. Ayinde , E.O. Dare, D.A. Bada, S.O. Alayande, F.O. Oladoyinbo, M.A. Idowu, B.O. Bolaji, M.I. Ezeh, R.U. Osuji

International Nano Letters • 2017

Open publication

Analytical Test of Water-Extract from Fermented Ground Maize as an Alternative Base for Engine Coolants.

Authors: T.A Yusuf, B.O. Bolaji and S.O. Ismaila

Walailak Journal of Science and Technology • 2017

Open publication

Evaluation of Biogas Yield of Selected Ratios of Cattle, swine and Poultry Wastes

Authors: D.O. Okuo, M.A. Waheed and B.O. Bolaji

International Journal of Green Energy • 2016

Open publication

Determination of Thermo Physical Properties of Water-Extract from Fermented Ground Maize (WEFGM) as Possible Alternative to Water Use as Cutting Fluid

Authors: T.A Yusuf, B.O. Bolaji, S.O. Ismaila and J.K. Adewumi

Silpakorn University Science and Technology Journal • 2016

Open publication

Effect of Lumped Mass Matrices on the Dynamic Response of Beams under Moving Loads

Authors: Abiala, I.O. and Bolaji, B.O.

Nigerian Journal of Scientific Research • 2016

Open publication

Design and Construction of a Vapour Compression Refrigeration System as Test Rig to Investigate the Performance of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) as Refrigerant

Authors: Oyelami, S. and Bolaji, B.O.

Journal of Scientific and Engineering Research (JSAER) • 2016

Open publication

An Experimental Study of the Combustion Characteristics of Groundnut Shell and Waste Waste Paper Admixture Briquettes

Authors: O.A. Oyelaran, B.O. Bolaji, M.A. Waheed and M.F. Adekunle

Engineering and Applied Science Research • 2015

Open publication

Experimental Investigation of the Performance of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) Refrigerant in a Vapour Compression Refrigeration System

Authors: Oyelami, S. and Bolaji, B.O.

International Journal of Scientific and Engineering Research (IJSER) • 2015

Open publication

Performance Evaluation of the Effect of Waste Paper on Groundnut Shell Briquette

Authors: O.A. Oyelaran, B.O. Bolaji, M.A. Waheed and M.F. Adekunle

International Journal of Renewable Energy Development (IJRED) • 2015

Open publication

Performance Assessment of Three Eco-Friendly Hydro-Fluorocarbon and Hydrocarbon Refrigerant Mixtures as R22 Alternatives in Refrigeration Systems

Authors: B.O. Bolaji, O.D. Komolafe, F.O. Ajayi and E. Akinnibosun

Middle-East Journal of Scientific Research • 2015

Open publication

Performance Evaluation of the Effect of Binder on Groundnut Shell Briquette.

Authors: O.A. Oyelaran, B.O. Bolaji, M.A. Waheed and M.F. Adekunle

International Journal of Applied Science and Technology • 2015

Open publication

Characterization of Briquettes Produced from Groundnut Shell and Waste Paper Admixture

Authors: O.A. Oyelaran, B.O. Bolaji, M.A. Waheed and M.F. Adekunle

Iranica Journal of Energy & Environment • 2015

Open publication

Performance investigation of some hydro-fluorocarbon refrigerants with low global warming as substitutes to R134a in refrigeration systems

Authors: B.O. Bolaji and Z. Huan

Journal of Engineering Thermophysics • 2014

Open publication

Influence of Sub-Cooling on the Energy Performance of Two Eco-Friendly R22 Alternative Refrigerants

Authors: B.O. Bolaji

Journal of Science and Technology • 2014

Open publication

Computerised inventory management for a manufacturing industry: A case study in Nigeria

Authors: E.S. Owoeye, S.B. Adejuyigbe, B.O. Bolaji and A.F. Adekoya

African Journal of Science, Technology, Innovation and Development • 2014

Open publication

Optimization of Nigerian Restaurant Waste Cooking Biodiesel Reaction Parameters using Response Surface Methodology

Authors: Waheed, M.A., Samuel, O.D., Bolaji, B.O. and Dairo, O.U.

International Journal of Energy Optimization and Engineering • 2014

Open publication

Theoretical Comparison of Two of Eco-Friendly Refrigerants as Alternative to R22 in using a Simple Vapour Compression Refrigeration System

Authors: B.O. Bolaji, I.O. Abiala, S.O. Ismaila and F.O. Borokinni

Transactions of Famena • 2014

Open publication

Energy Performance of Eco-friendly R152a and R600a Refrigerants as Alternative to R134a in Vapour Compression Refrigeration System

Authors: B.O. Bolaji, Z. Huan and F.O. Borokinni

Analele Universitatii Eftimie Murgu • 2014

Open publication

Performance Simulation of Vapour Compression Refrigeration Systems Using Ozone-Friendly Hydro-Fluorocarbon Refrigerants.

Authors: B.O. Bolaji, S.B. Adejuyigbe, J.R. Olonila

Annals of Faculty of Engineering Hunedoara-International Journal of Engineering • 2014

Open publication

Performance Study of the Eco-Friendly Hydrofluoroolefins and Dimethyl-Ether Refrigerants in Refrigeration Systems

Authors: B. O. Bolaji

Sigurnost (Safety) • 2014

Open publication

Effects of Binding Ratios on Some Densification Characteristics of Groundnut Shell Briquettes

Authors: O.A. Oyelaran, B.O. Bolaji, M.A. Waheed and M.F. Adekunle

Iranica Journal of Energy & Environment • 2014

Open publication

Synthesis of Biodiesel from Nigerian Waste Restaurant Cooking Oil: Effect of KOH Concentration on Yield

Authors: Samuel, O.D., Waheed, M.A., Bolaji, B.O. and Dairo, O.U.

Global Journal of Science, Engineering and Technology • 2014

Open publication

Theoretical Analysis of the Energy Performance of Three Low Global Warming Potential Hydro-fluorocarbon Refrigerants as R134a Alternatives in Refrigeration Systems

Authors: B. O. Bolaji

Journal of Power and Energy • 2014

Open publication

Thermodynamic Analysis of Performance of Vapour Compression Refrigeration System Working with R290 and R600a Mixtures

Authors: Bolaji, B.O. and Huan, Z. (2013)

Scientia Iranica, Transaction B: Mechanical Engineering • 2013

Open publication

Production of Biodiesel from Nigeria Restaurant Waste Cooking Oil using Blender

Authors: O.D. Samuel, M.A. Waheed, B.O. Bolaji and O.U. Dairo

International Journal of Renewable Energy Research • 2013

Open publication

Impact of the Adoption of Computer Aided Process Planning (CAPP) Software Package for Small Scale Bottled Water Industry in Nigeria

Authors: O.O. Martins, S.B. Adejuyigbe, M.A. Waheed, B.O. Bolaji and J.K. Adewumi

Pacific Journal of Sciences, and Technology • 2013

Open publication

Development and Performance Evaluation of a Ceramic Filter for Point-of-Use Water Purification.

Authors: B. O. Bolaji and O.O. Akande

Analele Universitatii Eftimie Murgu • 2013

Open publication

Load Performance of a Spark Ignition Engine Using Ethanol-Gasoline Blends as Alternative Fuel

Authors: Surakat, A.S, Bolaji, B.O., Olokode, O.S. and Dairo, O.U.

International Journal of Advances in Engineering and Technology • 2013

Open publication

Evaluation of Corn Water for Corrosion Inhibitors Extract

Authors: T.A Yusuf, D.T. Gundu, M.I. Oseni, B.O. Bolaji and S.O. Ismaila

The International Journal of Engineering and Science • 2013

Open publication

On Vehicular Emissions of Petrol and Diesel Engines

Authors: S.O. Ismaila, B.O. Bolaji, O.R. Adetunji, N.O. Adekunle, T.A. Yusuf and H.O. Sanusi

Annals of Faculty of Engineering Hunedoara-International Journal of Engineering • 2013

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Thermodynamic Analysis of Hydrocarbon Refrigerants in Sub-Cooling Refrigeration System

Authors: B. O. Bolaji and Z. Huan

Journal of Engineering Research • 2013

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Development of a Solar Photovoltaic Power System to Generate Electricity for Office Appliances

Authors: S.B. Adejuyigbe, B.O. Bolaji, M.U. Olanipekun and M.R. Adu

Engineering Journal • 2013

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Ozone Depletion and Global Warming: Case for the Use of Natural Refrigerant – a Review

Authors: B. O. Bolaji and Z. Huan

Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews • 2013

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Development and Performance Evaluation of a Rice De-Stoning Machine using Vibrating Sieves.

Authors: S. B. Adejuyigbe, and B. O. Bolaji

Journal of Natural Sciences, Engineering and Technology (JNSET) • 2012

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On a Simple Procedure to Determine the Maximum Beam Deflection

Authors: I. O. Abiala and B. O. Bolaji

Journal of the Nigerian Association of Mathematical Physics. • 2012

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Development and Performance Evaluation of a Mobile Solar Dryer for Cassava Chips

Authors: A.P. Olalusi, S.A. Ogunlowo and B.O. Bolaji

Energy and Environment • 2012

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Design and Performance Evaluation of a Cooler Refrigerating System Working with Ozone Friendly Refrigerant.

Authors: B.O. Bolaji, A.O. Akintaro, O.J. Alamu, and T.M.A Olayanju

The Open Thermodynamics Journal • 2012

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Development of Vehicle Emission Reduction Unit (Veru) for Use in Petrol Engines

Authors: S.O. Ismaila, B.D. Odetokun, B.O. Bolaji, M.A. Waheed and P.O. Aiyedun

Sigurnost (Safety) • 2012

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Performance of a R22 Split-Air-Conditioner when Retrofitted with Ozone Friendly Refrigerants (R410A and R417A)

Authors: Bolaji, B.O.

Journal of Energy in Southern African • 2012

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Theoretical and Experimental Analyses of Heat Transfer in a Flat-Plate Solar Collector.

Authors: Bolaji, B.O. and Abiala, I.O.

Walailak Journal of Science and Technology (WJST) • 2012

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Effects of Unsustainable Use of Biomass Energy for Cooking and Strategies for their Reduction in Developing Countries

Authors: Bolaji, B.O.

Developing Country Studies • 2012

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Development of an Experimental Apparatus for Demonstrating Vapour Compression Refrigeration System.

Authors: Bolaji, B.O. and Falade T.O.

International Journal of Thermal and Environmental Engineering • 2012

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Computational Analysis of the Performance of Ozone-Friendly R22 Alternative Refrigerants in Vapour Compression Air-Conditioning Systems.

Authors: Bolaji, B.O. and Huan, Z.

Environment Protection Engineering • 2012

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Comparative Analysis of the Performance of Hydrocarbon Refrigerants with R22 in a Sub-cooling Heat Exchanger Refrigeration System.

Authors: Bolaji, B.O. and Huan, Z.

Journal of Power and Energy • 2012

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Evaluation of Maintenance Culture in Manufacturing Industries in Akure Metropolitan of Nigeria.

Authors: B.O. Bolaji and S.B. Adejuyigbe

Journal of Information Engineering and Applications • 2012

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Simulation of Torque during Rod Rolling of HCSS316 at Low Strain Rate Using “Phantom-Roll” Method.

Authors: Aiyedun, P. O., Igbudu, O. S. and Bolaji, B. O.

Journal of Minerals & Materials Characterization and Engineering • 2011

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Mathematical Modelling and Experimental Investigation of Collector Efficiency of a Thermosyphonic Solar Water Heating System.

Authors: Bolaji, B.O.

Analele Universitatii Eftimie Murgu • 2011

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Performance Evaluation of a Solar Wind-Ventilated Cabinet Dryer.

Authors: B.O. Bolaji, T.M.A, Olayanju and T.O. Falade

The West Indian Journal of Engineering • 2011

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Selection of Environment-Friendly Refrigerants and the Current Alternatives in Vapour Compression Refrigeration Systems

Authors: Bolaji, B.O.

Top Research Group Journal of Science and Management (TRGJSM) • 2011

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Performance Investigation of Ozone-Friendly R404A and R507 Refrigerants as Alternatives to R22 in a Window Air-Conditioner

Authors: B.O. Bolaji

Energy and Buildings • 2011

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On the Dynamic Analysis of a Simply Supported Rectangular Plate

Authors: I.O. Abiala and B.O. Bolaji

Journal of the Nigerian Association of Mathematical Physics • 2011

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Problems Militating Against the Effectiveness of Technological Courses in Nigeria

Authors: Adejuyigbe, S.B. and Bolaji, B.O.

TRGJSM Journal of Science and Management • 2011

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Exergetic Analysis of Solar Drying Systems

Authors: B.O. Bolaji

Natural Resources Journal • 2011

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Comparative Analysis of Performance of Three Ozone-Friendly HFC Refrigerants in a Vapour Compression Refrigerator

Authors: B.O. Bolaji, M.A. Akintunde and T.O. Falade

Journal of Sustainable Energy and Environment • 2011

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Development of a universal DC power supply using solar photovoltaic, utility and battery power sources

Authors: J.O. Oni and B.O. Bolaji

Journal of Energy in Southern African • 2011

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Performance Analysis of R12 Alternatives in Adiabatic Capillary Tube of a Vapour Compression Refrigeration System

Authors: Bolaji, B.O.

Engineering Review • 2010

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The Dehydrative Capacity of Solar Rice Dryer for Rural Application in Nigeria

Authors: Bolaji, B.O.

Ife Journal of Technology • 2010

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Theoretical Investigation of the Performance of Some Environment-Friendly Refrigerants in a Sub-cooling Heat Exchanger Refrigerator

Authors: B.O. Bolaji, M.A. Akintunde and T.O. Falade

Journal of Science and Technology • 2010

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Fabrication and Performance Assessment of a Locally Developed Fish Smoking Kiln

Authors: Ikenweiwe, N.B., Bolaji, B.O. and Bolaji, G.A.

Ozean Journal of Applied Sciences • 2010

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Investigating the Effects of Increase in the Oil Prices on Manufacturing Companies in Nigeria

Authors: Bolaji, B.O. and Bolaji, G.A.

Pacific Journal of Sciences, and Technology • 2010

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Exergetic Performance of a Domestic Refrigerator Using R12 and its Alternative Refrigerants

Authors: B.O. Bolaji

Journal of Engineering Science and Technology • 2010

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Performance Evaluation of a Locally Developed Domestic Water Filter

Authors: B.O. Bolaji, G.A. Bolaji and S.O. Ismaila

International Journal of Environmental Studies • 2010

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Experimental Analysis of Reciprocating Compressor Performance with Eco-Friendly Refrigerants

Authors: B.O. Bolaji

Journal of Power and Energy • 2010

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Experimental Study of R152a to Replace R12 and R134a in a Domestic Refrigerator

Authors: B.O. Bolaji

Energy • 2010

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Effects of Sub-Cooling on the Performance of R12 Alternatives in a Domestic Refrigeration

Authors: B.O. Bolaji

Thammasat International Journal of Science and Technology • 2010

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Development of an Improved Coal Stove for Cooking in Developing Countries

Authors: B.O. Bolaji and A.P. Olalusi

AU Journal of Technology • 2009

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Energy Efficiency of a Manufacturing Industry: A Case Study of Nigeria Eagle Flour Mills Limited Ibadan

Authors: P.O. Aiyedun, O.A. Adeyemi and B.O. Bolaji

International Journal of Agricultural Sciences, Science, Environment and Technology (ASSET). Series B • 2008

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Analysis of Moisture Transport in the Solar Drying of Food Items

Authors: B.O. Bolaji

Pacific Journal of Sciences, and Technology • 2008

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Performance Evaluation of a Mixed-Mode Solar Dryer

Authors: B.O. Bolaji and A.P. Olalusi

AU Journal of Technology • 2008

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Performance Evaluation of a Locally Developed Cassava Chipping Machine

Authors: B.O. Bolaji, S.B. Adejuyigbe and S.P. Ayodeji

South African Journal of Industrial Engineering • 2008

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Development of a Wind-Ventilated Box-Type Absorber Solar Air Collector

Authors: B.O. Bolaji, O.S. Olokode and A.P. Olalusi

International Journal of Agricultural Sciences, Science, Environment and Technology (ASSET). Series B • 2008

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Design and Performance Evaluation of a Solar Poultry Egg Incubator

Authors: B.O. Bolaji

Thammasat International Journal of Science and Technology • 2008

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Effects of Process Annealing on Mechanical Properties of Strain hardened Copper: A Case of Kabel Metal Nigeria Limited

Authors: O.S. Olokode, B.O. Bolaji and P.O. Aiyedun

Pacific Journal of Sciences, and Technology • 2008

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Design Methodology for Photovoltaic Pumping System for Rural Application in Nigeria

Authors: B.O. Bolaji and M.R. Adu

International Journal of Agricultural Sciences, Science, Environment and Technology (ASSET). Series B • 2007

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Effects of Process Annealing on Mechanical Properties of Strain hardened (NS 34 LC) Coiled Wire

Authors: O.S. Olokode, B.O. Bolaji and O.O Ize-Balogun

International Journal of Agricultural Sciences, Science, Environment and Technology (ASSET). Series B • 2007

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Evaluation of Traditional and Solar Fish Drying Systems towards Enhancing Fish Storage and Preservation in Nigeria: Abeokuta Local Governments as Case Study

Authors: O.A. Akinola, A.A. Akinyemi and B.O. Bolaji

Journal of Fisheries International • 2006

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Vehicle Emissions and their Effects on the Natural Environment

Authors: B.O. Bolaji and S.B. Adejuyigbe

Journal of the Ghana Institution of Engineers • 2006

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Flow Design and Collector Performance of a Natural Circulation Solar Water Heater

Authors: Bolaji B. O.

Journal of Engineering and Applied Sciences • 2006

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Source of Air Pollution and Strategies for its Management in the Nigerian Urban Cities

Authors: Bolaji B. O.

The Social Sciences • 2006

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Silencer Noise Minimization Using Linear Programming Technique

Authors: B.O. Bolaji and M.I.A. Onipede

International Journal of Agricultural Sciences, Science, Environment and Technology (ASSET). Series B • 2005

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Estimation of Solar Irradiance on Shaded Surface

Authors: B.O. Bolaji

Journal of the Ghana Institution of Engineers • 2005

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Development of a Pilot Plant for the Recycling of Used Lubricating Oil

Authors: B.O. Bolaji and M.I.A. Onipede

Nigerian Journal of Engineering Research & Development • 2005

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Solid Waste as an Alternative Energy Source and a means of Solving Waste Disposal Problem in Nigeria

Authors: Bolaji B. O.

Global Journal of Environmental Sciences • 2005

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Design, Fabrication and Performance Evaluation of Bean Dehuller

Authors: S.B. Adejuyigbe and B.O. Bolaji

Journal of Science and Technology • 2005

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The use of Sawdust as an Alternative Source of Energy for Domestic Cooking and as a means of Reducing Deforestation

Authors: Bolaji B. O.

Global Journal of Environmental Sciences • 2005

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Performance Evaluation of a Box-Type Absorber Solar Air Collector for Crop Drying

Authors: Bolaji B. O.

Journal of Food Technology • 2005

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Design, Construction and Performance Testing of a Forced Vortex Equipment for use in the Fluid Mechanics Laboratory

Authors: Oladebeye, D.H. and Bolaji, B.O.

International Journal of Science and Technological Research • 2004

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Management and Disposal of Industrial Wastes in Nigeria

Authors: Onipede, M.I.A and. Bolaji, B.O.

Nigerian Journal of Mechanical Engineering • 2004

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Analysis of Solid Waste Management in Nigeria Cities: Lagos and Ado-Ekiti as Case Study

Authors: B.O. Bolaji and M.I.A. Onipede

Nigerian Journal of Engineering Management • 2004

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Performance Evaluation of Solar – Operated Thermosyphon Hot Water System in Akure

Authors: C.O. Adegoke and B.O. Bolaji

International Journal of Engineering and Engineering Technology • 2000

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Exergetic Analysis of Thermosyphon Solar Water Heating System

Authors: C.O. Adegoke and B.O. Bolaji

Nigerian Journal of Renewable Energy • 1999

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