An expert system for the prediction of total vehicle and road operating costs in developing countries
The results of field work on road deterioration in Tanzania and of soil bin laboratory work on rut formation are outlined. The development of an expert system to predict total road and vehicle costs is described. Validation of and results from the program are given. It is concluded that earth road maintenance is a continuing problem and that the role of agricultural vehicles may increase. A copy of the expert system is available on request (two 3.5-inch discs) for evaluation purposes only.
expert system developing countries road and vehicle costs