Browsing School of Built Environment (SBE) by Subject "Road construction"
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Analysis of theft and vandalism on road construction projects in Kampala, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-06-20)This dissertation investigates the effects of theft and vandalism on road construction projects in Kampala, Uganda. Through a detailed analysis of reported incidents, contributing factors and the effect on the predetermined ... -
Comparison of UAV photogrammetry and conventional GNSS in the estimation of road construction earthworks.
(Makerere University, 2022-10)The efficiency of volumes determined in various fields of survey; mining, quarry, hydrographic and engineering fields can’t be overemphasized. Conventional surveying method using GNSS has been the most used for volume ... -
Investigating the effect of axle loads on the progression of potholing on bituminous road pavements in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2019-06)In Uganda Roads are the main mode of transportation of goods and people and government is putting in effort to construct more roads. National paved roads increased by 21.7% in the last five financial years while currently ... -
Investigating the potential of burnt clay brick as an alternative low-cost material for low volume road construction
(Makerere University, 2022-09-30)Roads generally serve a primary function of linking places together there by providing connectivity but smoothness of ride along the road pavement is also important to make road movements comfortable and more worthwhile. ... -
A study of Road construction and negatively affected properties.
(2019-07-08)The study of road construction and negatively affected properties (case study-Mukono-Katosi-Nyenga Road) was carried out to establish the major causes behind its negative effect on the property market. The data that was ... -
A survey on inputs in context of unit rate prices of key components on road construction projects in Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2021-01-22)The government of Uganda has put in place plans for road development and maintenance and has improved on its budget allocations in order to boost tourism, agriculture and mining among others. However, there is an upward ...