Improving ability to transfer water effectively and inexpensively in African villages
Department
Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering
Major
Civil Engineering
Research Advisor
Oerther, Daniel B.
Advisor's Department
Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering
Funding Source
John A. and Susan Mathes Endowed Chair in Environmental Engineering
Abstract
According to the United Nations an estimated 40 billion man hours are lost per year collecting water in Sub-Saharan Africa. The job of gathering water is usually designated to the women of the household and can take up to 60% of the day. This leaves very little time for other possible income generating activities. This can in turn force them to forfeit valuable time for education and other activities, which contributes to the family’s impoverished situation. Several options are available through aid organizations, but they are not easily accessible and costs can be prohibitive. The aim of this project is to offer a solution that can be made of locally obtained items, thus boosting local economies and creating greater access to water transportation aides.
Biography
Derek Schnoebelen is a sophomore at Missouri University of Science and Technology studying Civil Engineering. At school Derek is involved in Delta Sigma Phi Fraternity and Solar House Team. At home or in his free time he likes to mountain bike, run, and spend time outdoors.
Research Category
Engineering
Presentation Type
Poster Presentation
Document Type
Poster
Location
Upper Atrium/Hall
Presentation Date
16 Apr 2014, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Improving ability to transfer water effectively and inexpensively in African villages
Upper Atrium/Hall
According to the United Nations an estimated 40 billion man hours are lost per year collecting water in Sub-Saharan Africa. The job of gathering water is usually designated to the women of the household and can take up to 60% of the day. This leaves very little time for other possible income generating activities. This can in turn force them to forfeit valuable time for education and other activities, which contributes to the family’s impoverished situation. Several options are available through aid organizations, but they are not easily accessible and costs can be prohibitive. The aim of this project is to offer a solution that can be made of locally obtained items, thus boosting local economies and creating greater access to water transportation aides.
