Volume VIII (2006)

Table of Contents

Technical Articles

Visual Impact Assessment Methodologies for Rural Building Design Abstract PDF
Patrizia Tassinari, Daniele Torreggiani
Mechanization of Tea Leaf Handling in Trough Withering System Abstract PDF
S. K Das, V. K Tewari
Further Increasing the Capacity of Tea Leaf Withering Troughs Abstract PDF
S. K Das
Effect of Groundwater Pumping on Saltwater Intrusion in a Coastal Plain Abstract PDF
N. C Don, N. Thi M Hang, H. Araki, H. Yamanish, K. Koga
The Method of Virtual Reality for Creation a Disk–Ridging Tool Abstract PDF
Mati Heinloo, Jüri Olt
Influence of Insect Screens with Different Mesh Sizes on Ventilation Rate and Microclimate of Greenhouses in the Humid Tropics Abstract PDF
  Harmanto, H. J Tantau, V. M Salokhe
The Potentials of Groundnut Shell Ash as Concrete Admixture Abstract PDF
B. A Alabadan, C. F Njoku, M. O Yusuf
Evaluation of Wooden Silo during Storage of Maize (Zea mays) in Humid Tropical Climate Abstract PDF
B. A Alabadan
The Influence of Machine Speed on Human Performance for Simple and Highly Repetitive Work Processes: A pilot study Abstract PDF
M. Jakob, M. Geyer
Physico-chemical Properties, Pasting Behavior and Functional Characteristics of Flours and Starches from Improved Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) Varieties Grown in East Africa Abstract PDF
Emire A Shimelis, Mersha Meaza, Sudip K Rakshit
Energy Assessment of Different Weed Management Practices for Rice-Wheat Cropping System in India Abstract PDF
V. P Chaudhary, S. K Sharma, D. K Pandey, B. Gangwar
Interrill Soil Erosion as Affected by Tillage Methods under Cotton in Greece Abstract PDF
C. B Terzoudi, J. Mitsios, D. Pateras, T. A Gemtos
Fruit Color Properties of Different Cultivars of Dates (Phoenix dactylifera, L.) Abstract PDF
M. Fadel, L. Kurmestegy, M. Rashed, Z. Rashed
Usability as a Challenge in Precision Agriculture – Case Study: an ISOBUS VT Abstract PDF
H. E. S Haapala, L. Pesonen, P. Nurkka
Energy Consumption Pattern in Palm Kernel Oil Processing Operations Abstract PDF
A. I Bamgboye, S. O Jekayinfa
Web-based Decision Support System for Rural Land Use Planning - WebLUP - a Prototype Abstract PDF
J. Adinarayana, Matthew Laurenson, Seishi Ninomiya
Aerodynamic Properties of Wheat Kernel and Straw Materials Abstract PDF
M. H Khoshtaghaza, R. Mehdizadeh
Behavior of Dairy Cows Housed in Environmentally Controlled Freestall Abstract PDF
M. Perissinotto, D. J Moura, S. V Matarazzo, A. S Mendes, I. A Naas
Periodic Analysis of Solarium-cum-Greenhouse Abstract PDF
Nisha Kumari, G. N Tiwari, M. S Sodha
Performance of Two Temperature-Based Reference Evapotranspiration Models in the Mkoji Sub-Catchment in Tanzania Abstract PDF
Henry E Igbadun, Henry F Mahoo, Andrew K.P.R. Tarimo, Baanda A. Salim
A Methodological Contribution to Landscape Design and Improvement Abstract PDF
Patrizia Tassinari
Design and Optimization of a Photovoltaic Powered Grain Mill Abstract PDF
E. Beshada, M. Bux, T. Waldenmaier
Downstreaming of Lactic Acid from Hydrolysate of Rye after Fermentation Abstract PDF
W. Reimann
Energy Consumption Pattern of Selected Mechanized Farms in Southwestern Nigeria Abstract PDF
S. O Jekayinfa
A Novel Azeotropic Mixture for Solvent Extraction of Edible Oils Abstract PDF
D. Bera, D. Lahiri, Antonella De Leonardis, K. B De, A. Nag
The Effect of Operating Method and Configuration of Soil Trench System on NH3-N and NO3-N Nitrogen Removal: Computer Simulation Results Abstract PDF
Xiaohui Lei, Norio Sugiura, Takaaki Maekawa
Surface Waters Potential of the Hantebet Basin, Tigray, Northern Ethiopia Abstract PDF
Nata Tadesse
The Demand for Seasonal Farm Labor from Central- and Eastern European Countries in German Agriculture Abstract PDF
Sebastian Hess
Design Parameters for a Rice Husk Throatless Gasifier Reactor Abstract PDF
Anil K Jain
Observation of Common Carp (Cyprinus carpio) Fry-Fingerlings Rearing in a Greenhouse during Winter Period Abstract PDF
G. N Tiwari, Bikash Sarkar, Lopa Ghosh
Hot and Cold Weather Heat Load Dynamics of Uninsulated Broiler House in Botswana Abstract PDF
H. J Chepete, R. Tsheko
Effect of Supplementary Irrigation on Yield of Chickpea Genotypes in a Mediterranean Climate Abstract PDF
G. Pacucci, C. Troccoli, B. Leoni
Modeling of Soil Profile Produced by a Single Sweep Tool Abstract PDF
J. Liu, R. L Kushwaha
Effect of Airflow Rate, Moisture Content and Pressure Drop on the Airflow Resistance of Locust Bean Seed Abstract PDF
S. O Jekayinfa
Preliminary Evaluation of Guava (Psidium guajava L.) Tree Branches for Truss Fabrication in Nigeria Abstract PDF
E. Lucas, A. Olorunnisola, N. Adewole
Respiratory Depression of Shredded Cabbage Using Xenon at Atmospheric Pressure Abstract PDF
Y. Makino, M. Kawahashi, S. Kuroki, T. Shinmura, Y. Kawagoe, S. Oshita
Pretreatment of Methane Fermentation Effluent by Physico-chemical Processes before applied to Soil Trench System Abstract PDF
Xiaohui Lei, Satoru Shimada, Keo Intabon, Takaaki Maekawa
Tree-Bole Volume Estimation on Standing Pine Trees Using Cascade Correlation Artificial Neural Network Models Abstract PDF
M. J Diamantopoulou
Auditing of Energy Use and Output of Different Cropping Systems in India Abstract PDF
V. P Chaudhary, B. Gangwar, D. K Pandey
Development of a Real-time, Variable Rate Herbicide Applicator Using Machine Vision for Between-row Weeding of Sugarcane Fields Abstract PDF
R. Tangwongkit, V. M Salokhe, H. P. W Jayasuriya
Theoretical Analysis of Microscopic Forces at Soil-tool Interfaces: A Review Abstract PDF
Peeyush Soni, Vilas M Salokhe
Performance Characteristics of a Stationary Constant Speed Compression Ignition Engine on Alcohol-Diesel Microemulsions Abstract PDF
T. K Bhattacharya, Ram Chandra, T. N Mishra
Monitoring of Groundwater Quality for Small-scale Irrigation: Case Studies in the Southwest Sokoto-Rima Basin, Nigeria Abstract PDF
W. B. R Graham, I. W Pishiria, O. I Ojo
Effect of Wormshaft Speed, Moisture Content and Variety on Oil Recovery from Expelled Beniseed Abstract PDF
T. M. A Olayanju, R. Akinoso, M. O Oresanya
Performance Evaluation of a Two-Row Okra Planter Abstract PDF
A. I Bamgboye, A. S Mofolasayo
An Easy Laboratory Method for Optimizing the Parameters for the Mechanical Densification Process: An Evaluation with an Extruder Abstract PDF
G. Munoz-Hernandez, J. Domínguez-Dominguez, O. Alvarado-Mancilla
Investigating Particle Trajectory as a Parameter for Selecting the Dimensions of Cross Flow Grain Classifier Abstract PDF
B. A Adewumi, A. S Ogunlowo, C. O Ademosun
Modeling the Grain Cleaning Process of a Stationary Sorghum Thresher Abstract PDF
K. J Simonyan, Y. D Yiljep, O. J Mudiare
Airborne Dust Control Measures for Floor Housing System for Laying Hens Abstract PDF
G. Gustafsson, E. von Wachenfelt
Historical Cartography and GIS for the Analysis of Carbon Balance in Rural Environment: a Study Case in Southern Italy Abstract PDF
A. Tortora, R. L Capobianco, P. Picuno
Some Hydraulic, Mechanical, and Physical Characteristics of Three Types of Compressed Earth Blocks Abstract PDF
R. M Eko, Mamba Mpele, M. H Dtawagap Doumtsop, L. S Minsili, A. S Wouatong
Comparison of Energy Use Patterns in Maiduguri and Yobe Flour Mills, Nigeria Abstract PDF
Mohammed S Abubakar, Bobboi Umar
Development and Performance Evaluation of a Melon Depodding Machine Abstract PDF
S. A Oloko, L. A. S Agbetoye
Physical Properties of African Oil Bean Seed (Pentaclethra macrophylla) Abstract PDF
S. N Asoegwu, S. O Ohanyere, O. P Kanu, C. N Iwueke
A Framework for the Analysis of Uncertainty in the Measurement of Precipitation Data: a Case Study for Nepal Abstract PDF
K. N Dulal, K. Takeuchi, H. Ishidaira
Economic Analysis of Insect Control Strategies Using an Integrated Crop Ecosystem Management Model Abstract PDF
Y. Lan, J. H Benedict, Dennis R Ring, W. C Hoffmann
Modeling of Oil Expression from Palm Kernel ( Elaeis guineensis Jacq.) Abstract PDF
R. Akinoso, J. C Igbeka, T. M. A Olayanju, L. K Bankole
Preliminary Investigation on the Distribution and Spread Pattern of Cowpea in a Cross Flow Grain Separator Abstract PDF
B. A Adewumi, O. C Ademosun, A. S Ogunlowo
Design, Fabrication and Testing of an Impact-Type Hand Operated Cocoa Pod Breaker Abstract PDF
B. A Adewumi, A. B Fatusin
Irrigation Scheduling Scenarios Studies for a Maize Crop in Tanzania Using a Computer-based Simulation Model Abstract PDF
Henry E Igbadun, Henry F Mahoo, Andrew K.P.R. Tarimo, Baanda A. Salim
Influence of Hot Water Treatment on Some Chemical and Mechanical Properties of Potato Abstract PDF
Gamal M. ElMasry, Enrique Moltó, Jose Blasco, Adel ElSayed
Energy Consumption Analysis for Selected Crops in Different Regions of Thailand Abstract PDF
Anuchit Chamsing, Vilas M Salokhe, Gajendra Singh
Experimental Study of Greenhouse Prawn Drying under Natural Convection Abstract PDF
G. N Tiwari, Tribeni Das, Bikash Sarkar
Process Optimization of Oil Expression from Sesame Seed (Sesamum indicum Linn.) Abstract PDF
R. Akinoso, J. C Igbeka, T. M. A Olayanju
Postharvest Heat Stress Application to Reduce Water Loss in Tomato During Storage Abstract PDF
Mohammad S Baloch, Tetsuo Morimoto, Kenji Hatou
PDPA Laser-Based Characterisation of Agricultural Spray Nozzles Abstract PDF
David Nuyttens, Katrijn Baetens, Mieke De Schampheleire, Bart Sonck
Quick Method for Determination of Random Distributions Parameters Abstract PDF
M. Müüripeal, E. Nugis
Effect of Tillage Machinery Traffic on Soil Properties, Corn Root Development and Plant Growth Abstract PDF
G. R Mari, Ji Changying, Zhou Jun, F. S Bukhari

Invited Articles

Agricultural Engineering Education in Indonesia Abstract PDF
Budi I Setiawan, Armansyah H Tambunan, Wawan Hermawan,   Desrial,   Gardjito
Using Modern Robot Synthesis and Analysis Tools for the Design of Agricultural Manipulators Abstract PDF
B. Sivaraman, T. F Burks, J. K Schueller
Application of Biological Control Agents in Pre- and Postharvest Operations Abstract PDF
S. V Irtwange
Application of Modified Atmosphere Packaging and Related Technology in Postharvest Handling of Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Abstract PDF
S. V Irtwange
Hot Water Treatment: A Non-Chemical Alternative in Keeping Quality During Postharvest Handling of Citrus Fruits Abstract PDF
S. V Irtwange
Keeping Freshness in Fresh-cut Horticultural Produce Abstract PDF
S. V Irtwange
Maturity, Quality and Marketing of Fruits and Vegetables Abstract PDF
S. V Irtwange
Biogas Farming in Central and Northern Europe: A Strategy for Developing Countries? Abstract PDF
Matthias Plöchl, Monika Heiermann
New Approach to Life Cycle Analysis of Self – Propelled Agricultural Machines Abstract PDF
Ilja Djekic
Assessment of the Edo State of Nigeria Tractor Hiring Services Abstract PDF
Yahaya Mijinyawa, O. O Kisaiku
Potato Storage Technology and Store Design Aspects Abstract PDF
Mohamed A Eltawil, D. V. K Samuel, O. P Singhal
Innovative Building Design Criteria for the Confectionary Industry Abstract PDF
A. Failla, L. Strano, G. Tomaselli
Alternative Energy Crops for Agricultural Machinery Biofuels – Focus on Biodiesel Abstract PDF
Gustavo Best
Alternative energy crops for agricultural machinery biofuels – focus on biodiesel Abstract PDF
Gustavo Best
Utilisation of Biofuels on the Farm Abstract PDF
Giovanni Riva
Utilisation of Biofuels on the Farm Abstract PDF
Giovanni Riva
Itilisation of Biofuels(especially Biodiesel) in Internal Combustion Engines Abstract PDF
Hartmut Heinrich
Reasons for Steel Price Increases and Impact on the Agricultural Machinery Industry Abstract PDF
Robert J Adams
Reasons for Steel Price Increases and Impact on the Agricultural Machinery Industry Abstract PDF
Robert J Adams
Progress in typical materials for agriculturalmachinery Abstract PDF
K. Martensen
Conclusions and Recommendations Abstract PDF
Ettore Gasparetto
Assessment of Crop Storage Structures in Swaziland Abstract PDF
Y. Mijinyawa, M. L Mwinjilo, P. Dlamini
Acha (Digitaria spp.) a “Rediscovered” Indigenous Crop of West Africa Abstract PDF
T. K Philip, I. N Itodo


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