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  1. Comparative analysis of charcoal-starch composite as a heat absorber in solar drying of water yam (Dioscorea alata)

    Article • Solar Energy, November 2025, Elsevier

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  2. Artificial Intelligence Prediction Analysis of Daily Power Photovoltaic Bifacial Modules in Two Moroccan Cities

    Article • Sustainability, July 2025, MDPI AG

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  3. Sustainable storage of Cocoyam Cormels using Ash lined clay pits for post harvest preservation

    Article • Scientific Reports, July 2025, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  4. Modification approach of Northern Wall to improve the performance of solar greenhouse dryers: A review

    Article • Green Energy and Resources, December 2024, Elsevier

    Godwin Akpan, Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  5. Development of a Small Dual-Chamber Solar PV-Powered Evaporative Cooling System for Fruit and Vegetable Cooling with Techno-Economic Assessment

    Article • AgriEngineering, August 2024, MDPI AG

    Godwin Akpan, Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  6. Application of artificial neuronal networks for the prediction of monthly photovoltaic power using tilt angle as input in Rabat city, Morocco

    Article • International Journal of Ambient Energy, June 2024, Taylor & Francis

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  7. A comparison of the drying kinetics, energy consumption and colour quality of drying medicinal leaves in direct-solar dryer with different colours of collector cover

    Article • Renewable Energy, November 2023, Elsevier

    Godwin Akpan, Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  8. Heat transfer correlations and pressure drop dynamics of palm fibre wetting media for evaporative cooling at different air flow rates

    Article • International Journal of Refrigeration, October 2023, Elsevier

    Godwin Akpan, Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  9. Numerical simulation and experimental validation of a forced convection solar dryer for North African Thuya wood stacks under meteorological data of Essaouira city (Morocco)

    Article • International Journal of Ambient Energy, July 2023, Taylor & Francis

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  10. An experimental and theoretical analysis of the dynamic response of solar drying in natural convection under rainy month of Maroua (Cameroon) of three tropical wood species

    Article • Wood Material Science and Engineering, February 2023, Taylor & Francis

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  11. Drying kinetics and thermo-economic analysis of drying hot water blanched ginger rhizomes in a hybrid composite solar dryer with heat exchanger

    Article • Heliyon, February 2023, Elsevier

    Godwin Akpan, Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  12. Eco-thermal Analysis and Response Surface Optimization of the Drying Rate of Potato Slices in a Mix-Mode Solar Dryer

    Article • Iranian Journal of Science and Technology Transactions of Mechanical Engineering, January 2023, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  13. Environmental sustainability and exergy return on investment of selected solar dryer designs based on standard and extended exergy approaches

    Article • Energy Sources Part A Recovery Utilization and Environmental Effects, December 2022, Taylor & Francis

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  14. Thermal dehydration of some forage grasses for livestock feeding: Effect of different methods on moisture diffusivity and the quality of dried leaves

    Article • Energy Nexus, December 2022, Elsevier

    Godwin Akpan, Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  15. Assessment of eco‐thermal sustainability potential of a cluster of low‐cost solar dryer designs based on exergetic sustainability indicators and earned carbon credit

    Article • Cleaner Energy Systems, December 2022, Elsevier

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  16. Evaluating coefficient of performance and rate of moisture loss of some biomass humidifiers materials with a developed simple direct stand-alone evaporative cooling system for farmers

    Article • Energy Nexus, December 2022, Elsevier

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  17. Energy, economic analysis and mathematical modelling of mixed-mode solar drying of potato slices with thermal storage loaded V-groove collector: Application to Maghreb region

    Article • Renewable Energy, November 2022, Elsevier

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  18. The combined effect of water management and environmental control on the planting of two varieties of garden egg in a partially shaded greenhouse: an energy and yield indicator analysis

    Article • Energy Nexus, September 2022, Elsevier

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  19. Thermal softening kinetics of African black olive fruit: Influence of temperature and water absorption on the thermal maceration dynamics and thermophysical properties

    Article • Journal of Food Processing and Preservation, August 2022, Hindawi Publishing Corporation

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  20. Recent progress in solar wood drying: An updated review

    Article • Drying Technology, August 2022, Taylor & Francis

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  21. Influence of hot water blanching and saline immersion period on the thermal effusivity and the drying kinetics of hybrid solar drying of sweet potato chips

    Article • Solar Energy, July 2022, Elsevier

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  22. Comparative experimental evaluation and thermodynamic analysis of the possibility of using degraded C15-C50 crankcase oil waste as thermal storage materials in solar drying systems

    Article • Solar Energy, July 2022, Elsevier

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  23. Analysis of the Heat Transfer Coefficient, Thermal Effusivity and Mathematical Modelling of Drying Kinetics of a Partitioned Single Pass Low-Cost Solar Drying of Cocoyam Chips with Economic Assessments

    Article • Energies, June 2022, MDPI AG

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  24. Numerical Study of the Pyrolysis of Wood Chips for Biocharcoal Production: Influence of Chips Geometry and Initial Moisture Content

    Article • Energies, June 2022, MDPI AG

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  25. Moisture evolution, thermal properties and energy consumption of drying spent grain pellets from a blend of some cereals for small-scale bio-energy utilization: modelling and experimental study

    Article • Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery, May 2022, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  26. Energy and exergy analysis of solar dryer with triple air passage direction collector powered by a wind generator

    Article • International Journal of Energy and Environmental Engineering, May 2022, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  27. Parametric studies of heat and mass transfer process for two-stage biochar production from poultry litter pellet biomass

    Article • Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery, May 2022, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  28. Energy, environmental and economic analyses of an indirect cocoa bean solar dryer: A comparison between natural and forced convections

    Article • Renewable Energy, March 2022, Elsevier

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  29. Optimization of the energy consumption, drying kinetics and evolution of thermo-physical properties of drying of forage grass for haymaking

    Article • Heat and Mass Transfer, January 2022, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  30. Novel low-cost pre-treatment material for enhancing the methane yield during anaerobic digestion of lignocellulosic biomass feedstocks: Experimental and kinetic study

    Article • Renewable Energy, December 2021, Elsevier

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu, Dr Eni Oko

  31. Modeling and simulation of drying kinetics/curves: application to building materials

    Article • Journal of Building Pathology and Rehabilitation, November 2021, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  32. Modelling and simulation of multi-coupled heat and mass transfer processes: A case study of solar biomass dryer

    Article • Thermal Science and Engineering Progress, October 2021, Elsevier

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  33. Review of solar-biomass pyrolysis systems: Focus on the configuration of thermal-solar systems and reactor orientation

    Article • Journal of King Saud University - Engineering Sciences, September 2021, Elsevier

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  34. Correction to: 3D Simulation of Transient Thermal Response of Mucuna Seed subjected to Laser Heating: A Parametric Study Approach

    Article • Journal of The Institution of Engineers (India) Series A, August 2021, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  35. Physics‐based numerical simulation of heat and moisture transport in red chili subjected to mix‐mode solar drying with phase change energy storage

    Article • Energy Storage, August 2021, Wiley

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  36. 3D Simulation of Transient Thermal Response of Mucuna Seed subjected to Laser Heating: A Parametric Study Approach

    Article • Journal of The Institution of Engineers (India) Series A, August 2021, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  37. Influence of drying applications on wood, brick and concrete used as building materials: a review

    Article • Journal of Building Pathology and Rehabilitation, August 2021, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  38. Study on the effect of conical and parabolic solar concentrator designs on hybrid solar dryers for apricots under variable conditions: A numerical simulation approach

    Article • International Journal of Green Energy, June 2021, Taylor & Francis

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  39. Energy in buildings: A review of models on hygrothermal transfer through the porous materials for building envelop

    Article • May 2021, MDPI AG

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  40. Numerical Study of the Drying of Cassava Roots Chips Using an Indirect Solar Dryer in Natural Convection

    Article • AgriEngineering, March 2021, MDPI AG

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  41. The Effectiveness of Different Household Storage Strategies and Plant-Based Preservatives for Dehulled and Sun-Dried Breadfruit Seeds

    Article • Processes, February 2021, MDPI AG

    Dr. Daniel I. Onwude, Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  42. Reviewing the Exergy Analysis of Solar Thermal Systems Integrated with Phase Change Materials

    Article • Energies, January 2021, MDPI AG

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  43. Development and Optimization of a Manual Fed Cassava Root Chipper for Household Cassava Processors

    Article • Turkish Journal of Agricultural Engineering Research, December 2020, Journal of Agricultural Engineering Research (Turkager)

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  44. Nigeria’s Energy deficit: The challenges and Eco- friendly approach in reducing the energy gap

    Article • International Journal of Sustainable Engineering, November 2020, Taylor & Francis

    Dr. Daniel I. Onwude, Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  45. Environmental Sustainability Analysis of a Hybrid Heat Source Dryer

    Article • Polytechnica, November 2020, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  46. Thermodynamic and economic analysis of a Kalina system with integrated lithium-bromide-absorption cycle for power and cooling production

    Article • Energy Reports, November 2020, Elsevier

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  47. Experimental Modelling of a Solar Dryer for Wood Fuel in Epinal (France)

    Article • Modelling—International Open Access Journal of Modelling in Engineering Science, August 2020, MDPI AG

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  48. Prospects of Pyrolysis Process and Models in Bioenergy Generation: a Comprehensive Review

    Article • Polytechnica, July 2020, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  49. Solar drying research of medicinal and aromatic plants: An African experience with assessment of the economic and environmental impact.

    Article • African Journal of Science Technology Innovation and Development, July 2020, Taylor & Francis

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  50. Development of a low-cost wind-powered active solar dryer integrated with glycerol as thermal storage

    Article • Renewable Energy, July 2020, Elsevier

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  51. African oil bean seed as feedstock for bio-oil and biodiesel production and on the effects of thermal pre-treatments on the quality of the bio-oil

    Article • Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery, May 2020, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  52. Simulation of Storage Conditions of Mixed Biomass Pellets for Bioenergy Generation: Study of the Thermodynamic Properties

    Article • Energies, May 2020, MDPI AG

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  53. Numerical analysis and validation of a natural convection mix-mode solar dryer for drying red chilli under variable conditions

    Article • Renewable Energy, May 2020, Elsevier

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  54. Exergetic sustainability and economic analysis of hybrid solar-biomass dryer integrated with copper tubing as heat exchanger

    Article • Heliyon, February 2020, Elsevier

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  55. Nanomaterials application in greenhouse structures, crop processing machinery, packaging materials and agro-biomass conversion

    Article • Materials Science for Energy Technologies, January 2020, Elsevier

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  56. Response surface optimization of Bambara nut kernel yield as affected by speed of rotation, and impeller configurations

    Article • Scientific African, November 2019, Elsevier

    Dr. Daniel I. Onwude, Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  57. Modelling and numerical simulation of hygrothermal transfer through a building wall for locations subjected to outdoor conditions in Sub-Saharan Africa

    Article • Journal of Building Engineering, November 2019, Elsevier

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  58. Assessment of cation chemistry of groundwater near hospital wastes dumpsites in Umuahia Nigeria using multivariate and analytical index approach

    Article • Environmental Technology & Innovation, August 2019, Elsevier

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  59. Influence of Moisture Content and Compression Axis on Mechanical, Physical, and Phytochemicals Properties of Akuamma (Picralima nitida) Fruits and Seeds

    Article • Journal of The Institution of Engineers (India) Series A, March 2019, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  60. A Modelling approach for determining the throughput capacity and energy consumption of a cassava tuber shredder

    Article • Journal of the Chinese Advanced Materials Society, February 2019, Taylor & Francis

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  61. Optimum exergetic performance parameters and thermo-sustainability indicators of low-temperature modified organic Rankine cycles (ORCs)

    Article • Sustainable Energy Technologies and Assessments, December 2018, Elsevier

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  62. Exergy analysis of a novel low-heat recovery organic Rankine cycle (ORC) for combined cooling and power generation

    Article • Energy Sources Part A Recovery Utilization and Environmental Effects, November 2018, Taylor & Francis

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  63. A comparative performance analysis and thermo-sustainability indicators of modified low-heat organic Rankine cycles (ORCs): An exergy-based procedure

    Article • Energy Reports, November 2018, Elsevier

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  64. Experience of Solar Drying in Africa: Presentation of Designs, Operations, and Models

    Article • Food Engineering Reviews, August 2018, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  65. Evolution of thermo-physical properties of Akuama (picralima nitida) seed and antioxidants retention capacity during hot air drying

    Article • Heat and Mass Transfer, May 2018, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  66. In-Situ Evolution of Heat and Mass Transfer Phenomena and Evaporative Water Losses of Three Agro-Waste Evaporative Cooling Pads: An Experimental and Modeling Study

    Article • Waste and Biomass Valorization, May 2018, Springer Science + Business Media

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  67. Packaging and Cold Storage of Fresh Products

    Article • Nutrition & Food Science International journal, December 2017, Juniper Publishers

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  68. Energy and exergy analysis of a solar dryer integrated with sodium sulfate decahydrate and sodium chloride as thermal storage medium

    Article • Renewable Energy, December 2017, Elsevier

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  69. Potential of integrating Na2SO4 · 10H2O pellets in solar drying system

    Article • Drying Technology, August 2017, Taylor & Francis

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  70. Pre-harvest and Post-harvest Factors Affecting Bioactive Compounds From Vernonia amygdalina (Del.)

    Article • Research Journal of Medicinal Plant, March 2017, Science Alert

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  71. Heat and mass transfer parameters in the drying of cocoyam slice

    Article • Case Studies in Thermal Engineering, March 2017, Elsevier

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  72. Corrigendum

    Article • Cogent Food & Agriculture, January 2017, Taylor & Francis

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  73. Kinetics of change in colour and some bio-chemical composition during fermentation of cocoa bean

    Article • Cogent Food & Agriculture, December 2016, Taylor & Francis

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  74. Physical properties of the African walnut (Tetracarpidium conophorum) from Nigeria

    Article • Cogent Food & Agriculture, September 2016, Taylor & Francis

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  75. Exergetic performance indicators of a direct evaporative cooling system with different evaporative cooling pads

    Article • International Journal of Ambient Energy, June 2016, Taylor & Francis

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  76. Impact of evaporative cooling preservation on the shelf life of fruits and vegetable in South Western Nigeria

    Article • Research in Agricultural Engineering, June 2016, Czech Academy of Agricultural Sciences

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  77. A mathematical model for predicting the cracking efficiency of vertical-shaft centrifugal palm nut cracker

    Article • Research in Agricultural Engineering, September 2011, Czech Academy of Agricultural Sciences

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  78. Cocoa Bean (Theobroma cacao L.)Drying Kinetics

    Article • Chilean journal of agricultural research, December 2010, SciELO Comision Nacional de Investigacion Cientifica Y Tecnologica (CONICYT)

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu

  79. Functional performance of a vertical-shaft centrifugal palm nut cracker

    Article • Research in Agricultural Engineering, June 2010, Czech Academy of Agricultural Sciences

    Prof. MacManus Chinenye Ndukwu