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Structure Implementation to Relieve Traffic Congestion

Undergraduate #335
Discipline: Technology and Engineering
Subcategory: Civil/Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering

Florantine Joseph - Howard University

The Ubungo junction is known throughout Tanzania to have one of the worst traffic jams in all of the country. The study seeks to present a model for the implementation of structures for traffic control in selected area at Ubongo intersection in Dar es Salaam. This study addresses several aspects in order to provide a paradigm for solving traffic congestion at the Ubongo intersection. These components include the following: (1) how effective Grade Separation structures are for traffic control; (2) Visuals for such structure for the selected area; and (3) list of necessary tools for the structure and recommendations for maintenance. Data collection consisted of detailed observation of the intersection and a review of literature on grade separation. The findings of this investigation concluded in providing a framework for implementing structures for traffic control at the Ubungo intersection in Tanzania. The final recommendation for addressing traffic congestion at the Ubungo intersection included a 2D AutoCAD draft of a two way, four-lane highway tunnel. Further research should explore cost feasibility, economical effects, and environmental compatibility of the proposed highway tunnel.

Funder Acknowledgement(s): This material is based upon work supported by the National Science Foundation under Grant No. HRD-1238466. Any opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Science Foundation.

Faculty Advisor: Inez Moore, florantinejoseph2014@gmail.com

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This material is based upon work supported by the National Science Foundation (NSF) under Grant No. DUE-1930047. Any opinions, findings, interpretations, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of its authors and do not represent the views of the AAAS Board of Directors, the Council of AAAS, AAAS’ membership or the National Science Foundation.