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The Journal of Minerals and Materials Characterization and Engineering is an international peer-reviewed journal for the publication of original research in the fields of characterization of the minerals, metals and materials and its applications to the processing of them. Characterization has become the foundation fo…
Alinabiwe Nyamuhanga Ally, Élodie Ruffine Zang, Masika Muhiwa Grâce, Manjia Marcelline Blanche, Ursula Joyce Merveilles Pettang Nana, Ngapgue François, Bella Nabil, Chrispin Pettang
The mining process involves drilling and excavation, resulting in the production of waste rock and tailings. The waste materials are then removed and stored in designated areas. This study aims to evaluate the mechanical strength and the environmental and eco…
Etienne Malbila, Danielle Manuella Djouego Tagne, Bouto Kossi Imbga, Lareba Adelaide Ouedraogo, Sié Kam, David Yemboini Kader Toguyeni, 1 1
The present study focuses on the formulation of new composite consisting of plaster and raffia vinifera particle (RVP) with the purpose to reducing energy consumption. The aim of this study is to test this new compound as an insulating eco-material in buildin…
Daniel Moreno, Yohanan Nachmana, Roei Saraga, Tal Rokah, Denis Panchenco, Michael Mansano, Elinor Itzhaky, Moshe Shapira
Electron Beam Welding (EBW) is employed to both melt and unite materials, influencing their thermal history and subsequently determining the microstructure and properties of the welded joint. Welding Titanium alloys involves undergoing local melting and rapid…
Oluwole Oladele, Ayodele Adedeke, Olajesu Olanrewaju, Samuel Olusunle
This research considered the effect of non-natural aging on the microstructural characteristics and mechanical properties of as-cast aluminum 6063 alloys. The samples were developed through a sand casting process and machined into tensile and impact test samp…
Kassoum Barry, Youssouf Sawadogo, Moustapha Sawadogo, Brahima Sorgho, Mohamed Seynou, Boubié Guel, Philippe Blanchart, Lamine Zerbo
In Burkina Faso, one of the three largest gold producers in West Africa, foundry activity is often paralyzed when basic equipment such as crucibles and cups are not available or should be imported. However, previous studies have shown the availability of kaol…
Yao Honoré Koffi, Wendkouni Passecdé Pauline Zongo, Nanema Mathieu, Urbain Wenmenga
The Intiédougou located in the Houndé Birimian greenstone belt has been the subject of several mining and geoscience studies that have led to the discovery of mineralized gold targets. One of these mineralized targets has prompted work that raises the issue o…
Alassane Ibrahim Maman Bachir, Abdoulaye Dan Makaou Oumarou, Baraou Idi Souley, Kouakou Alponse Yaou, Abdoulwahid Sani
XRF and EDX analyses were carried out on 18 batches of representative raw samples to determine the distribution of major chemical elements in the petroleum source rocks of Donga and Yogou formations of Termit sedimentary basin. The chemical composition of the…
Ohindemi G. Yameogo, Donzala D. Some, 1 1, Souleymane Ouedraogo, Philbert Nshimiyimana, Sié Kam, Dieudonné J. Bathiebo
This study focuses on the use of heavy fuel oil in construction material in Burkina Faso. Its mixture with silty or clayey soil is used as a coating to reinforce the walls of raw earth constructions which are very sensitive to water. The interest of this stud…
Nafissatou Savadogo, Yasmine Binta Traore, Nathael Lankoande, Philbert Nshimiyimana, Adamah Messan
Despite its low resistance to humidity, adobe remains the most widely used material for housing construction, particularly in developing countries. The present study aims to assess different modes of use of fermented RH and to evaluate their influence on the…
Arnaud Louis Sountong-Noma Ouedraogo, Césaire Hema, Sjoerd Moustapha N’guiro, Philbert Nshimiyimana, Adamah Messan
Compressed earth blocks (CEB) are an alternative to cement blocks in the construction of wall masonry. However, the optimal architectural construction methods for adequate thermal comfort for occupants in hot and arid environments are not mastered. This artic…
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