Assoc. Prof. Burnet Mkandawire

Assoc. Prof. Burnet Mkandawire

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Mechanical Engineering

20 publications

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Burnet O’Brien Mkandawire
(PhD (UKZN-SA), MSc Eng. (UKZN), BSc Eng. (Mw), Dip. Eng. (Mw), MIEEE (USA), R. Eng. (Mw), MMIE (Mw), Cert. Mtce. Mgmt. (Germany), Cert. Condition Based Maintenance (CBM) (Orissa-India), Cert. Maintenance of Con...

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Markov & Weibull analysis for HV network maintenance: Reliability management, preventive maintenance

Conference Proceeding
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Abstract
The paper presents use of continuous Markov analysis and Weibull correlation parameters in reliability management of electrical networks and components. It outlines how the Weibull can be used in preventive replacement of individual components whilst monitoring the hazard rate. It further provides recommendations for successful simplification of complex networks into a two feeder model for meaningful simulation with Markov technique. A base case study from the electric industry in Malawi is used to provide base input data into a Markov simulation model which is based on nxn matrix evaluated using excel and MATLAB. Various sensitivities are simulated to show how the Markov and Weibull can be used in planning maintenance of HV equipment. Results were analysed and showed that both Markov and Weibull law are stochastic models that can reinforce traditional strategies like Reliability Centred Maintenance.
Year of Publication
2009
Proceedings Title
16th International Symposium in High Voltage Engineering
Page Numbers
1605-1610
Conference Dates
24-28 October
Conference Place
Cape Town International Convention Centre
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