Vol. 2003 No. 1 (2003)

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Structural Integrity Assessment of Aging Infrastructure in Uganda

Lwanga Namugala, Kyambogo University, Kampala Okumu Kaweesi, Kyambogo University, Kampala Osias Kizza, Gulu University
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18778620
Published: May 17, 2003

Abstract

Uganda's aging infrastructure, particularly bridges and buildings, poses significant structural integrity risks. A combination of field inspections and finite element analysis (FEA) was employed to evaluate the structural health of selected infrastructure components. Inspection data revealed a clear trend of increasing crack formation with age, indicating deterioration over time. While FEA provided detailed insights into stress distribution and potential failure points, empirical evidence showed variable compliance across different structures. Uganda should prioritise regular inspections and proactive maintenance for its aging infrastructure to mitigate future risks. structural integrity, finite element analysis, age-related deterioration, Uganda The maintenance outcome was modelled as $Y_{it}=\beta_0+\beta_1X_{it}+u_i+\varepsilon_{it}$, with robustness checked using heteroskedasticity-consistent errors.

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Lwanga Namugala, Okumu Kaweesi, Osias Kizza (2003). Structural Integrity Assessment of Aging Infrastructure in Uganda. African Transport Economics (Economics/Engineering crossover), Vol. 2003 No. 1 (2003). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18778620

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African geologyFinite element analysisStructural health monitoringMaterial fatigueDurability studiesLoad testingNon-destructive evaluation

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