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Construction and performance-analysis of a 'Solar-light" for efficient use of daylight

Jayatissa, N.W.K.; Punyasena, M.A. (University of Kelaniya, 2008)

A pleasant and appealing environment, excellent color rendering, natural interior, and significant energy saving are the major advantages of using the daylight compared to the artificial lighting. Glare and heat radiation ...

Development of a Linear-Model based Computer Software for Least Cost Poultry ration formulation

Piyaratne, M.K.D.K.; Dias, N.G.J.; Attapattu, M. (University of Kelaniya, 2008)

This study was based on the development of a user friendly, linear-model based computer software system for least cost poultry ration formulation. The software developed in this work used most recent advancements in the ...

Tables for Testing Simultaneous Homogeneity against Ordered Alternatives in 3-Way Layout and Latin Square Design

Premarathna, L.P.N.D.; Kulatunga, D.D.S. (University of Kelaniya, 2008)

The likelihood ratio test for testing simultaneous homogeneity of main effects of several factors against ordered alternatives in multifactor designs has been developed in the literature. But the level probabilities ...

Fabrication and characterization of electrodeposited nanocrystalline/microcrystalline cuprous oxide thin film solar cells

Jayathilake, K.M.D.C.; Wanninayake, W.T.M.A.P.K.; Siripala, W.; Jayanetti, J.K.D.S. (University of Kelaniya, 2008)

The quest and need for clean and economical energy sources have increased interest in the development of solar energy application. In particular, direct conversion of solar energy to electrical energy and chemical energy ...

A Study on the factors that affect establishment of businesses by rural entrepreneurs

Siri, J.G.S.; Jayalal, S. (University of Kelaniya, 2008)

In Sri Lanka, as in other developing countries community development is considered as the development of the rural poor. It is estimated that 88% of the poor communities live in rural areas in Sri Lanka. Rural entrepreneur ...

Dual Composite Polymer Electrolytes for Lithium Rechargeable Batteries

Sumathipala, H.H.; Panero, S.; Scrosati, B. (University of Kelaniya, 2008)

Lithium-ion batteries have been drawn great attention due to their potential for use in high-performance electric vehicles. However, some drawbacks still remain to be solved for the optimization of some critical operational ...

Experiments on interference

Chandana, A.W.S.; Siripala, W.P.; de Silva, N. (University of Kelaniya, 2008)

We report a few experiments carried out to demonstrate the formation of interference patterns with thin Aluminium sheets placed along zero probability positions (positions where the probability of finding a particle is ...

Interactive communication platform

Jayaweera, A.J.P.M.P.; Dias, N.G.J. (University of Kelaniya, 2008)

In this research, we put forward a new Concept of Interactive Communication Platform. Since remote IT infrastructure management is a new trend and an expanding area in the field of Information Technology. Communication ...

An inventory control system with intelligent demand forecasting Facility

Chandima, A.V.L.; Dias, N.G.J. (University of Kelaniya, 2008)

An inventory control system is an integrated package of software and hardware used in warehouse operations, and elsewhere, to monitor the quantity, location and status of inventory as well as the related shipping, ...

Development of a Minitab Macro Program as a Remedy to Overcome Heteroscedasticity in Linear Regressions

Attanayake, A.M.C.H.; Hewapathirana, T.K. (University of Kelaniya, 2008)

Homoscedasticity in the disturbance terms that appear in a regression function is one of the key assumptions of ordinary least squares analysis. As the developed regression model relies heavily on the model assumptions, ...

A Univariate Box-Jenkins Model to Predict Relative Humidity Levels in Puttalam at Night

Attanayake, A.M.C.H.; Hewapathirana, T.K. (University of Kelaniya, 2008)

Humidity is among one of the most important weather conditions that influence salt preparation. Technical processes and treatments carried out in salt factories and laboratories require relative humidity levels to be ...

Empirical antibiotic therapy for community acquired pneumonia: where are we?

Wijesooriya, W.R.P.L.I.; Fonseka, M.N.D.; Dewaraje, D.M.D.T. (University of Kelaniya, 2008)

Community acquired pneumonia is a leading cause of death in the world and it is the ninth in Sri Lanka. In the management of pneumonia, prompt initiation of empirical antibiotic therapy is critical. Compliance with an ...

Prevalence of osteoporosis and osteopenia in a sample of Sri Lankan adults

Karunanayake, A.L.; Salgado, L.S.S.; Premaratna, B.A.H.R.; Femando, S.; Herath, H.M.R.P.; Abeysuriya, V.; Kumarendran, B.; Mahavithanage, S.T.C. (University of Kelaniya, 2008)

Introduction: Osteoporosis is characterized by low bone mineral density and deterioration in the micro architecture of bone that increases its susceptibility to fracture. This condition is becoming increasingly common ...

Evaluation of the effect of a polyherbal formulation (DMLl10) on serum glucose levels and lipid levels in rats

Chandrasiri, W.A.L.; Pathiratne, A. (University of Kelaniya, 2008)

The objective of present study was to evaluate the effects of a polyherbal formulation (DML10) consisting of 12 medicinal plant materials on serum glucose and lipid levels in rats. Three different concentrations of ...

Biocide testing programme for control of lichens on archeological monuments at World Heritage sites in Sri Lanka

Fernando, S.; Jayaratne, D.L. (University of Kelaniya, 2008)

Cultural monuments in the world heritage sites in Sri Lanka have suffered many disfigurements over the centuries due to a variety of threats. The main threats are the biological agents such as higher plants, bryophytes, ...

Dias, R.K.S.; Peiris, H.A.W.S. (University of Kelaniya, 2008)

Ants are very common in the regions of wet and dry zone but little is known about the similarities and differences of the ant communities observed in the lands, which are under different levels of disturbance. A survey ...

Systematics and community composition of foraging worker ants (Family: Formicidae) collected from three habitats in a dry zone region of Sri Lanka

Dias, R.K.S.; Kosgamage, K.R.K.A. (University of Kelaniya, 2008)

Ants (Order: Hymenoptera, Family: Formicidae) are an important and common biotic component in the wet zone of Sri Lanka. Eleven subfamilies, 57 genera and 123 morphospecies of ants have been recorded from the wet zone ...

Novel poly amine biosynthetic inhibitors to control the phytopathogenic fungal diseases

Weerasooriya, M.K.B.; Thambugala, T.A.N.S. (University of Kelaniya, 2008)

Fungal polyamines play a major role in controlling the growth and development of the fungal cells. Higher polyamine levels enhance the fungal growth whereas lower levels retard the growth. Therefore depleting polyamine ...

Monitoring anti-cholinesterase contamination in Bathalagoda reservoir, Sri Lanka

Hemachandra, C.K.; Pathiratne, A.; Pathiratne, K.A.S. (University of Kelaniya, 2008)

Organophosphosphorus and carbamate pesticides are widely used in Sri Lanka for agricultural pest management. They may enter inland water bodies draining agricultural watersheds and affect aquatic fauna including fishery ...

A study of the changing pattern of book- readership and the impact of media usage towards it

Jinadasa, W.W.M.P.K.; Jayawardana, M.A.M.D.; Ghanarathna, A.M.T.; Jeewani, L.G.H.; Sammani, B.G.E. (University of Kelaniya, 2008)

While, print media is the olderest form of mass communication, book readership has been threatened with the demanding use of mass media. The relationship between mass media usage and book readership is examined. Do the ...

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