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    • Advanced motion planning for real-time and scalable autonomous systems in high-dimensional environments 

      Tamasha, C.; Rudo, D. (БНТУ, 2025)
      Enabling safe, scalable, and intelligent autonomy in complex environments remains central to nextgeneration robotics. Autonomous vehicles, surgical robots, and manipulators demand real-time motion planning resilient to high-dimensional complexity. Traditional algorithms struggle under kinodynamic constraints, motivating hybrid learning–planning architectures. Integrating deep ...
      2026-01-14
    • Emotion-aware wearable devices integrating biosignals for mental health monitoring using random forest algorithm 

      Makwara, C.; Mukwewa, T. M.; Musiiwa, P. B.; Zwavashe, T.; Rushambwa, M. C. (БНТУ, 2025)
      The health sector is undergoing a transformation with the advancement of technology. This research presents a comprehensive emotion aware mental health monitoring system which uses random forest algorithm for emotion classification. By leveraging the Random Forest algorithm, the system can monitor and tell if one is going through depression, anxiety or any other mental instability ...
      2026-01-14
    • Cloud-native 5G standalone core with AWS-powered AI/ML analytics: enhancing telecom scalability and intelligence 

      Nigel, F. K.; Munyaradzi, C. R.; Musiiwa, P.; Rajkumar, P.; Vikneswaran, V. (БНТУ, 2025)
      Mobile operators have long relied on hardware-centric core infrastructures that are costly, rigid, and slow to scale. As 5G service demands increase, these systems create bottlenecks, necessitate expensive upgrades, and result in unused data. This study simulates a cloud-native 5G Standalone (SA) core on AWS integrated with AI/ML analytics. Cloud deployment ensures elasticity, ...
      2026-01-14
    • Беспроводная система мониторинга состояния окружающей среды 

      Здоровцев, С. В.; Кушнеров, Д. П.; Шевченко, А. В. (БНТУ, 2025)
      Представлены результаты разработки беспроводной системы мониторинга состояния окружающей среды. Система обеспечивает измерение параметров окружающей среды (абсолютная температура, относительная влажность, атмосферное давление, освещенность) в реальном времени и передачу данных на базовую станцию и в сеть Интернет по беспроводным каналам радиосвязи.
      2026-01-14
    • Free-space optics backhaul: a strategic necessity for 5G and 6G rollout within Zimbabwe's emerging telecom environment 

      Kudzanai, C.; Simbarashe, M. (БНТУ, 2025)
      In 2024, Zimbabwe's mobile data traffic grew by 35 %, which put a lot of stress on the backhaul infrastructure [1]. Microwave links have limited capacity, and fibre is expensive in rough terrain. Free-Space Optics (FSO) is a solution that uses light beams to send data at speeds similar to fibre optics. This makes it possible to quickly deploy 5G and 6G in both rural and urban ...
      2026-01-14
    • AI-driven instrumentation for predictive maintenance of solar pv and thermal collectors in smart grids 

      Kudzanayi, C.; Mutenhabundo, W.; Rindai, M. (БНТУ, 2025)
      The growing deployment of solar photovoltaic (PV) and thermal collector systems requires intelligent maintenance frameworks to improve reliability and reduce operational costs. This study presents a hybrid Aidriven predictive maintenance system integrating Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM) networks for temporal forecasting and Random Forest (RF) classifiers for fault detection within ...
      2026-01-14
    • Implementation of andon in a seed processing plant for enhanced operational sustainability 

      Mushiri, T.; Chikuruwo, M. N. H.; Dhliwayo, S.; Munjoma, K.; Chipfurwe, Makoni B.; Chikonobaya, A.; Chirere, E.; Jaya, C.; Mugutso, I.; Makomo, J.; Chita, T.; Makumbe, T.; Mberi, R.; Njenje, T.; Hwendere, C.; Ranganai, M.; Maranga, T.; Sithole, R.; Chitiyo, N.; Borerwe, A. (БНТУ, 2025)
      This study implemented a low-cost, open-source Andon system at a seed processing plant in Zimbabwe to address chronic inefficiencies from manual fault monitoring. The system integrated ESP32 microcontrollers, MQTT protocol, Node-RED, and stack lights. Results showed a 42 % reduction in downtime, a 22 % increase in throughput, and 80 % of critical faults resolved within 8 minutes. ...
      2026-01-14
    • Sustainable recovery of high-purity amorphous silica from local sand deposits in Zimbabwe using citric acid leaching pre-treatment 

      Mutsata, K.; Govha, J.; Musiiwa, P. B.; Moyo, L. (БНТУ, 2025)
      This study presents an alternate process for utilization of Zimbabwean silica sand to produce high-purity amorphous silica. The objective was to develop an optimum multi-stage purification that is environmentally friendly. The methodology starts with pre-treatment step with hydrochloric acid, followed by citric acid chelation stage to remove metallic oxide impurities. The pre-treated ...
      2026-01-14
    • The silicon shield: a synergistic, hardware-anchored architecture for next-generation cyber resilience 

      Musiiwa, P. B.; Rushambwa, M. C.; Gwamuri, J.; Kanhukamwe, Q. C.; Tyavlovsky, A.; Svistun, A. I. (БНТУ, 2025)
      The escalating sophistication of cyber threats, which now routinely target the hardware layer, has rendered traditional software-only security models insufficient.1 This paper challenges the long-held assumption that hardware constitutes an inherently trusted foundation, a premise invalidated by the rise of physical, side-channel, and supply chain attacks. It introduces the ...
      2026-01-14
    • An investigation into the power-performance trade-off in memristor-augmented sense amplifiers for nanoscale SRAM 

      Musiiwa, P. B.; Rushambwa, M. C.; Gwamuri, J.; Kanhukamwe, Q. C.; Tyavlovsky, A.; Svistun, A. I. (БНТУ, 2025)
      As technology ramps up to high nodes, SRAM sense amplifiers struggle suffer from increasing static power. The paper proposes memristors as non-volatile, tunable loads in cross-coupled differential sense amplifiers as a remedy. Simulation in a 45 nm node reveals 69.2 % leakage power reduction, making the solution appealing for low-power usage. The static power reduction comes at ...
      2026-01-14
    • Wearable radiation detection system for zimbabwe airports 

      Mukwewa, T. M.; Musiiwa, P. B.; Zwavashe, T.; Rushambwa, M. C.; Makusha, D. T.; Chimonyo, K. B. (БНТУ, 2025)
      This research paper focuses on the design and implementation of a wearable radiation detection system in Zimbabwe airports. With the increase in radiation emitting designs and technologies for security, airport personnel and passengers are at risk due to their exposure to the radiation. This paper aims to solve and minimize this risk, hence providing a wearable radiation detection ...
      2026-01-14
    • Effects of phase shifting in dual active bridge (DAB) converters 

      Mutamba, C. T.; Musiiwa, P. B.; Machongwe, T.; Chimonyo, K. B.; Kapuya, E. T.; Musademba, D. (БНТУ, 2025)
      This paper analyses the effects of phase shifting in Dual Active Bridge (DAB) converters, which are widely applied in electric vehicle chargers, renewable integration, and solid-state transformers. Its symmetrical topology, comprising two full-bridge converters linked by a high frequency transformer and controlled through phase-shift modulation, enables seamless power flow in ...
      2026-01-14
    • Effects of dead-time in dual active bridge 

      Machongwe, T.; Musiiwa, P. B.; Mutamba, C. T.; Makusha, D. T.; Kapuya, E. T.; Musademba, D. (БНТУ, 2025)
      The article explores the effect of dead-time in the operation of a Dual Active Bridge (DAB). DABs consist of high-speed switching devices (usually MOSFETS) as the main architecture component. The switches turn off and on at frequencies greater than 50 MHz. During this switching period, switches change from their low state to high state. If the fall time is greater than the time ...
      2026-01-14
    • The next frontier: transforming zimbabwe’s silica sand into smart technology 

      Mbanje, N.; Govha, J.; Musiwa, P. B. (БНТУ, 2025)
      High-purity silicon is the cornerstone of modern electronics and solar technologies. This study investigates the potential of Zimbabwe’s silica sand as a source of raw material for semiconductor-grade silicon. Samples from Mkoba, Gweru were analysed using Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP) to determine elemental composition and impurity levels. Results show high silica content of ...
      2026-01-14
    • Система дистанционного контроля положения технических объектов 

      Здоровцев, С. В.; Кушнеров, Д. П.; Шевченко, А. В. (БНТУ, 2025)
      Представлены результаты разработки беспроводной системы дистанционного контроля положения технических объектов. Система обеспечивает измерение параметров линейного и углового перемещения технических объектов в реальном времени и передачу данных на базовую станцию и в сеть Интернет по беспроводным каналам радиосвязи.
      2026-01-14
    • A meterological framework for quality enhancement in lead-acid battery grid manufacturing and performance assurance 

      Takunda, S. P.; Kuno, V. (БНТУ, 2025)
      This article describes a practical method for improving quality in lead-acid battery production by combining metrological support with quality management. Key manufacturing steps, such as grid casting and paste application, often vary and can cause faults like cracked plates and shorter battery life. The study introduces a framework that standardizes how important measurements ...
      2026-01-14
    • From sand to silicon: unlocking the semiconductor industry potential for Zimbabwe's silica sand 

      Million, E.; Govha, J.; Musiwa, P. B. (БНТУ, 2025)
      High-purity silicon is the bedrock of the modern digital economy, essential for every semiconductor and solar photovoltaic technology. This increase in global demand generates opportunities for nations with untapped resources. This research study investigates the quantity and quality of Zimbabwe's silica sand. Through Inductively Coupled Plasma characterization, the study established ...
      2026-01-14
    • Design and construction of 12 V DC to 220 V AC power inverter 

      Munyaradzi, C. R.; Tatenda, M.; Bukelani, Musiiwa P.; Rajkumar, P.; Vikneswaran, V. (БНТУ, 2025)
      The purpose of this project is to design and construct a 12 V DC to 220 V AC inverter using components such as the TL494 PWM IC, MOSFET and a center tap transformer. The TL494 will serve as the oscillator responsible for generating a 50 Hz alternating electromagnetic field. The TL494 will be configured to produce a wave output at the desired frequency of 50Hz. This wave will be ...
      2026-01-14
    • Secure mesh networking chip designs for resilient iot and mobile systems 

      Gashirai, J.; Simbarashe, M. (БНТУ, 2025)
      This study introduces a hardware-software co-design for a secure, autonomous mesh networking infrastructure aimed at enhancing the resilience of IoT and mobile systems. Leveraging recent developments in LoRa mesh architectures, MANET routing, and hardware secure elements, we propose a cohesive SDR/ASIC-based node (the Compact AI Cube) that amalgamates multi-radio communications ...
      2026-01-14
    • A parallel virtual instrumentation framework for improving diagnostic efficiency in bed-of-nails testers 

      Chamunorwa, T.; Musiiwa, P. B.; Zvavashe, T.; Rushambwa, M. C.; Tyavlovsky, A.; Svistun, A. I. (БНТУ, 2025)
      Conventional sequential PCB testers are inefficient, as a single failure halts all subsequent tests, leading to incomplete diagnostic data and delayed fault isolation. This study proposes a parallel virtual instrumentation framework in LabVIEW to overcome these limitations. By leveraging asynchronous execution, the framework runs multiple independent tests concurrently, continuing ...
      2026-01-14