Donald Mwakina
Graduate Research Student at Moi University
Sustainable Energy Engineering at Moi University
Kenya
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Graduate Research Student at Moi University
Determined and enthusiastic learner looking for a job to utilize and improve skills acquired from my academic background. Fast learner and able to work with little or no supervision. Can demonstrate a firm sense of responsibility and the capacity to work hard under pressure. Seeking to leverage technical skills to realize the objectives and dreams of your organization.
Experience
Moi University
Graduate Research Student
October 2022 - Present
• Fabricated a hybrid concentrated solar power-biomass boiler project using locally available resources through internal and external networks; captured steam of 100+ o C at the output of a boiler
• Performed exergetic analysis of a 25 MW biomass boiler at 30% turbine efficiency from parameters utilizing MINI-REFPROP; increased exergetic efficiency by 88.47%
• Analyzed the financial viability of a 25 MW hybrid project across a 25-year lifespan, resulting in an exceptional LCOE of Ksh 0.046/kWh, a rapid payback period of 7.6 years, and an outstanding ROI of 228.30%
• Developing and executing a comprehensive simulation of a 25 MW system utilizing EBSILON Professional, resulting in a 15% reduction in energy costs and optimizing system efficiency by 20%
• Collecting and recording innovative data from research articles, including queries and feedback from supervisors; Updating the 24/7 power generation project
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Data Analysis
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