Field Assessment of Infrastructure Carrying Capacity

Over the last five years, it has become possible to estimate the capacity of existing, sometimes damaged,
utilities and other infrastructure systems to support the local population in war zones. This estimation
currently relies on satellite data to provide a basic map of what infrastructure is where. However, it is
often difficult o get access to current satellite data while the war continues, amid security concerns by
either side. Therefore, a simpler approach is needed that allows relief and reconstruction planners to gain
sufficient understanding of the actual infrastructure capacity using only field observations and interviews
by local Red Cross personnel. This research seeks to establish generic models for each critical
infrastructure system to inform that field data collection. Success would represent a significant step
towards more efficient and timely reconstruction planning that directly benefits the local population and
alleviates suffering by the most vulnerable.

Faculty Supervisor:

David Meyer

Student:

Partner:

SHL

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

University of Toronto

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