Vol. 2010 No. 1 (2010)

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Bayesian Hierarchical Model for Risk Reduction in Power-Distribution Equipment Systems in Kenya

Mwangi Mburu, Department of Sustainable Systems, Egerton University Eliud Kibwana, Department of Electrical Engineering, African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC) Oscar Wambugu, African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC) Samson Kuria, Kenyatta University
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18917279
Published: August 4, 2010

Abstract

The reliability of power distribution equipment systems is critical for Kenya's economic development, particularly in rural areas where access to electricity is limited. A Bayesian hierarchical model was applied to analyse data from Kenyan power distribution networks. The model incorporates spatial and temporal variations in equipment performance, aiming to quantify risk reduction effectiveness. The analysis revealed significant reductions in maintenance costs by up to 30% when applying the proposed Bayesian hierarchical model compared to traditional methods. The study validated the efficacy of the Bayesian hierarchical model for enhancing risk management in power distribution equipment systems, offering a robust tool for future interventions. Policy makers are encouraged to integrate this model into national infrastructure planning and maintenance strategies. Bayesian Hierarchical Model, Power Distribution Equipment, Risk Reduction, Kenya 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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Mwangi Mburu, Eliud Kibwana, Oscar Wambugu, Samson Kuria (2010). Bayesian Hierarchical Model for Risk Reduction in Power-Distribution Equipment Systems in Kenya. African Technology and Development (Interdisciplinary -, Vol. 2010 No. 1 (2010). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18917279

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KenyaHierarchical ModellingBayesian StatisticsReliability EngineeringAsset ManagementMonte Carlo SimulationMarkov Chain Monte Carlo

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