KCAET LIBRARY & INFORMATION CENTRE: Recent submissions

  • Terrain Analysis Using GIS for Hydrological Applications 
    Anjaly, C. Sunny; Aswathi, K; Vishnu, B (Department of Soil and Water Conservation Engineering, 2014)
    The terrain of Bharathapuzha watershed has been analysed using (DTA) to derive various geomorphometric parameters which are of importance in hydrological applications. The DTA was conducted using different operations ...
  • Groundwater flow modelling of KCAET campus using visual modflow 
    Ramla, T. T; Salsan, K; Saranya, S; Sasikala, D (Department of Irrigation and Drainage Engineering, 2014)
    Groundwater models are increasingly used in modelling of groundwater flow problems to develop useful information about groundwater resources. In this study the MODFLOW model is applied to evaluate the groundwater ...
  • Evaluation of Aquifer parameters from drawdown and pumping out data in open wells 
    Haripriya, P. R; Neetha Shaju; Sandeep Soman; Yuvraj Siddharth; Levan, K. V (Department of Irrigation and Drainage Engineering, 2014)
    Aquifer parameters are very important for the solution of ground water flow problems. The knowledge of aquifer parameters to predict the water table variations and the possibility of conjunctive use. A field study was ...
  • Development Process Protocol for banana flour 
    Dhanasree, B; Sneha Sukumaran; Vithu Prabha; Sudheer, K. P (Department of Post-Harvest Technology and Agricultural Processing, 2014)
    Banana a common herbaceous plant of the genus Musa, is the cheap source of carbohydrate and rich source of potassium, calcium, antioxidants and other micro nutrients. But this fruit is highly perishable owing to its ...
  • Development of a Tender Coconut Cutting Machine 
    Bhavya Francis; Meenu, P. B; Sinsha, P. V; George Mathew (Department of Post-Harvest Technology and Agricultural Processing, 2014)
    Coconut is one of the most useful trees in the world. Tender coconut is valued both for its sweet water, which is a refreshing drink and the delicious gelatinous meat (kernel). But the extraction of water from the tender ...
  • Development of fibre fortified pasta using bananan peel powder 
    Ashitha, G. N; Athira Dayanandan; Naslin, N; Santhi Mary Mathew (Department of Post-Harvest Technology and Agricultural Processing, 2014)
    The production of fruits and vegetables in India during 2010-11 is 74877.6 MT and 146554.5MT, respectively (National Horticulture Board, 2011). India is the largest producer of banana with an annual production of around ...
  • Efficiency improvement of an axial flow propeller pump installed at Kadumpattupadam kole padavu, Thrissur 
    Ayisha Mangat; Nithin, J. G; Saranya, R. Nath; Jayan, P. R (Department of Farm Power and Machinery, 2014)
    In this study, the axial flow propeller pump installed at kadumpattu padam kole padavu, Karalam, Thrissur were studied in detail and its efficiency and discharge were found out at varying head and voltage conditions. The ...
  • Improved design of a simplified rooftop rainwater filtering system 
    Hameeda Bindu Vahab; Nimmi Kuruppath; Ruth Joseph; Sathian, K. K (Department of Soil and Water Conservation Engineering, 2013)
    Needless to say that water is perhaps the scarcest commodity of the 21st century. On global scale, it is assessed that over the next two decades, water use by human beings will increase by 40% and 7% more water will be ...
  • Development and Testing of a Banana Sucker Uprooting Machine as an Attachment to the Tractor 
    Aswathi Viswanathan; Harikrishnan, M; Jayan, P. R (Department of Farm Power and Machinery, 2013)
    High labour wages, extreme labour scarcity experienced during peak seasons of field operations necessitated the introduction of labour saving and location specific farm implements and machinery for banana cultivation in ...
  • Estimation of crop water requirement and irrigation scheduling of KCAET instructional farm using cropwat model 
    Megha, P; Sabeena Shahul; Rema, K. P (Department of Irrigation and Drainage Engineering, 2013)
    Water is considered as a major input for agriculture production, earlier crop water needs were met by rain water alone. But increasing population demands enhanced food and agricultural production. This has made irrigation ...
  • Impact study of regulator cum bridges 
    Ajay Gokul, A. J; Praveena, N; Rakhi, J. F; Abdul Hakkim, V. M (Department of Soil and Water Conservation Engineering, 2013)
    Water scarcity is an alarming problem that we face now-a-days. Even though we have abundant sources of water, good quality water is not available when needed. Here comes the relevance of water conservation structures. ...
  • Development and Evaluation of Pneumatic Packing Machine for Paddy 
    Faseera, A. C; Mikhail, P. J; Swatha, V. S; Suresh Kumar, P. K (Department of Farm Power and Machinery, 2013)
    In the present scenario of the state of Kerala, it is difficult to carry out rice cultivation due to high labour cost and shortage of labour and because of this, the paddy fields are being converted into filled up land. ...
  • Design of an appropriate irrigation systems for non irrigated areas of KCAET farm 
    Jitha, K. J; Sumayya, A; Thulasi Mohan, P. U; Levan, K. V (Department of Irrigation and Drainage Engineering, 2013)
    As in the current scenario water availability is a serious problem because of higher demand of water for agriculture, industry etc.The present study was aimed to design an appropriate irrigation system for non irrigated ...
  • Optimization of fertigation level and depth of lateral under subsurface drip irrigation for amaranthus 
    Jeena Joseph; Sariga, s; Priya, G. Nair (Department of Soil and Water Conservation Engineering, 2013)
    The study “Optimization of fertigation level and depth of lateral under subsurface drip irrigation for amaranthus” was taken up with the objective to optimize the fertigation level and the depth of laterals under subsurface ...
  • Modelling the performance of wind energy conversion system at potential wind farm sites in Kerala 
    Dhanmon Francis; Younus, A; Geetha Susan Philip (Department of Farm Power and Machinery, 2013)
    As the level of energy use is closely correlated with the development, availability of energy resources and its efficient use play a key role in the holistic prosperity of communities and Nations. It has been identified ...
  • Design and development of water treatment methods for improving water quality of KCAET campus 
    Sajna Mol, N. V; Sreelakshmi, K. Unni; Suraja, K. P; Sasikala, D (Department of Irrigation and Drainage Engineering, 2013)
    Maintaining the quality of drinking water in the KCAET campus has been a challenging task from the inception of the college. The main objective of this work is to improve the quality of drinking water in the KCAET campus. ...
  • Effect of Vacuum and shrink packaging on shelflife of banana (Musa paradisica) 
    Claudia, K. L; Sunisha, K; George Mathew (Department of Post-Harvest Technology and Agricultural Processing, 2015)
    Banana (Musa paradisica) is an edible fruit valued worldwide for its flavour, nutritional value, and availability throughout the year. They are harvested green and begin ripening as soon as the banana stem is cut from ...
  • Development and Performance Evaluation of a Cocoa pod breaker cum bean extractor 
    Arun Joshy; Geethu, S; Krishnendu, K. M; Nikhil, C. S; Rajesh, G. K (Department of Post-Harvest Technology and Agricultural Processing, 2015)
    Cocoa (Theobroma cacao) is a commercial plantation crop in India. It is mainly cultivated in Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu as an intercrop with arecanut or coconut. Cocoa is the main raw material in ...
  • The effect of drying on the shelflife amaranthus leaves 
    Athul Suresh; Jubna, N. K. C; Nighitha, M. T; Sahira, B. M; Santhi Mary Mathew (Department of Post-Harvest Technology and Agricultural Processing, 2015)
    Amaranthus is a common green leafy vegetable rich in vitamin A,vitamin C, micronutrients and minerals .Though the leaves are not available during rainy season it is important to preserve them for the off season. It is ...
  • Standardization of process protocol for the production of banana pseudostem juice powder 
    Drishya Mohan; Nithya, C; Sunena, T. P; Sudheer, K. P; Steffy John (Department of Post-Harvest Technology and Agricultural Processing, 2015)
    Banana stem, appearing as a waste of the banana plant is very good for health. One can use banana stem for its high nutritive value in different ways. It is also a source of energy and can be used in treatment of kidney ...