Browsing College of Engineering, Design, Art and Technology (CEDAT) by Subject "Accidents"
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Advancing transportation in Uganda with automation, connectivity and intelligence
(Makerere University, 2018-06)Vehicle crashes on roads and highways cost Uganda’s economy billions of shillings through loss of human resource, property and infrastructure. According Uganda traffic police reports and other observers, most of road ... -
Assessing the accident blackspots and the safety measures along Kampala-Hoima road from Northern by-pass to Hoima town, a distance of 190 km
(Makerere University, 2022-12-12)This report describes the findings of a research study to assess the accident blackspots and the safety measures along Kampala-Hoima road from Northern by-pass to Hoima town a distance of 190 km. The data used in the ... -
Design and implementation of automatic smart railway gate system with dashboard and entry warning system.
(Makerere University, 2023-07-06)In rapidly developing countries like the United States of America, India, and others, Railways play a crucial role as a primary mode of transportation. However, the level crossing gates within the railway sector have been ... -
Design and implementation of smart safety helmets for motorcyclists
(Makerere University, 2023-07)Putting on a helmet is a legal requirement for all motorcyclists in Uganda. However, many motorcyclists don’t mind about their safety so they decide not to put on helmets and put their lives in danger as they give reasons ... -
Investigating the Impact of OHS Non-Compliance on Construction Projects in Kampala, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-06-16)Safety in the construction industry has always been a major issue. Non-compliance to Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) practices has become a problem in construction sites since there is resistance from employers ... -
An investigation into the relationship between the rate of accidents, posted speed limit and road width.
(Makerere University, 2022-01-20)Road accident problem is one of the major concerns worldwide to deal with. Unfortunately, posted speed limit and road width represents a major component of road construction and allocating convenient parameters for each ...