Supporting automation research & dissemination projects in capital constrained economies

The resources for vibrant technological research institutions in Uganda do exist in form of recyclable machine components, government funding, skilled manpower, demand for low cost technological solutions to existing problems, a large and youthful population, and Internet information resources. This paper explores a process to conduct research and orient young engineering students to conduct product research and development for machine automation as it addresses the unique challenges of a limited budget, a scanty resource market, and an inefficient supply chain and limited existing automation expertise.