Vol. 2006 No. 1 (2006)

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Methodological Assessment of Power-Distribution Equipment Systems in Ethiopia Using Quasi-Experimental Design to Evaluate System Reliability

Almaz Aberra, Department of Electrical Engineering, Debre Markos University Yared Abeba, Department of Sustainable Systems, Mekelle University Hailu Alemayehu, Ethiopian Institute of Agricultural Research (EIAR)
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18828260
Published: July 2, 2006

Abstract

Power distribution equipment systems are critical for ensuring reliable electricity supply in Ethiopia's rural areas. A quasi-experimental design was employed to assess system performance, with data collected on 120 randomly selected power stations across Ethiopia's regions. The analysis revealed that 65% of the equipment systems operated within their expected parameters, suggesting a need for targeted maintenance in high-risk areas. Despite initial challenges, the quasi-experimental design demonstrated its effectiveness in measuring system reliability and provided actionable insights for future improvements. Immediate attention should be given to enhancing maintenance protocols in regions with lower equipment performance metrics. 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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Almaz Aberra, Yared Abeba, Hailu Alemayehu (2006). Methodological Assessment of Power-Distribution Equipment Systems in Ethiopia Using Quasi-Experimental Design to Evaluate System Reliability. African Materials Science Letters (Pure Aspects - Pure Science), Vol. 2006 No. 1 (2006). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18828260

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EthiopiaPower DistributionQuasi-Experimental DesignMethodologyReliability AnalysisGISEvaluation Techniques

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