Civil engineering topic list of research papers
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Application of Small-Sized Low Speed Axial Stages in Well Pumps for Water Supply
Abstract Considered a range of specific speed, which are rational for small-sized axial stages of submersible pumps for water supply. Developed and tested a multi-stage submersible pump with axial stages and his head and power characteristics are...
2012 / Alexander Gusak, Olga Demchenko, Igor Kaplun -
The Research of Evaluation for Growth Suitability of Carya Cathayensis Sarg. Based on PCA and AHP
Abstract In this paper, the 8 indexes which include elevation, slope, aspect, surface curvature, humidity index, solar radiation index, soil types, and soil textures are selected to evaluate the growth suitability of Carya Cathayensis Sarg. The...
2011 / Da Sheng Wu, Xue Feng, Qing Qing Wen -
Criteria Interactions in Multiple Criteria Decision Aiding: A Choquet Formulation for the TODIM Method
Abstract The problem of modeling interactions between criteria in Multiple Criteria Decision Aiding (MCDA) has been approached by a number of authors. That problem arises when there are visible redundancies and synergies among criteria. Aggregation...
2013 / Luiz Flavio Autran Monteiro Gomes, Maria Augusta Soares Machado, Francisco Ferreira da Costa, Luis Alberto Duncan Rangel -
Model of Quantitative Evaluation of Traffic Circulation Plan Based on Traffic Conflicts
Abstract Traffic impact studies (TIS) have been required by transportation agencies to evaluate the potential transportation impacts of the proposed development on the surrounding neighborhood since 2001 in Beijing. The analysis on the negative...
2012 / Youyang Wan, Lei Du, Xiaokuan Yang -
Local On-ramp Queue Management Strategy with Mainline Speed Recovery
Abstract Ramp metering is an effective motorway control tool beneficial for mainline traffic, but the long on-ramp queues created interfere with surface traffic profoundly. This study deals with the conflict between mainline benefits and the costs...
2012 / Rui Jiang, Edward Chung, Jinwoo (Brian) Lee -
Specific Challenges of Adopting Eurocodes in Latvia
Abstract This paper provides an overview of the history and current situation of implementation of Eurocodes in Latvia. The specific challenges of using Eurocodes in the structural design industry and academic education are highlighted in the work....
2013 / Liga Gaile, Andina Sprince, Leonids Pakrastinsh -
Measuring and Time Variability of The Sorptivity of Concrete
Abstract The article presents measurements of sorptivity. They were performed not only, as usual, after 28 days, but also after longer periods of time (2, 3, 6, 9, 12, 24 months) on samples made of the same concrete. Four different concretes were...
2013 / Wojciech Kubissa, Roman Jaskulski -
Assessment of the Water Balance in an Alpine Climate: Setup of a Micrometeorological Station and Preliminary Results
Abstract An experimental field campaign was performed during summer 2012 in an Alpine environment (Cividate Camuno, Oglio river basin, 274 m a.s.l.) in order to assess the water balance of an anthropized soil at the local scale. A...
2013 / Amro Negm, Marco Falocchi, Stefano Barontini, Baldassare Bacchi, Roberto Ranzi -
Managing Project Scope Definition to Improve Stakeholders’ Participation and Enhance Project Outcome
Abstract Project scope definition is the process whereby a project is defined and prepared for execution. It helps to decide on whether or not to proceed with the project. An incomplete scope definition in early stages of a project's life cycle is a ...
2013 / Mohammed K. Fageha, Ajibade A. Aibinu -
Analysis of sulfate resistance in concrete based on artificial neural networks and USBR4908-modeling
Abstract One of the available tests that can be used to evaluate concrete sulfate resistance is USBR4908. However, there are deficiencies in this test method. This study focuses on the ANN as an alternative approach to evaluate the sulfate...
2013 / Osama Hodhod, Gamal A. Salama -
Corrosion Sensor for Monitoring the Service Condition of Chloride-Contaminated Cement Mortar2010 / Shuang Lu, Heng-Jing Ba
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Artificial Intelligence in Civil Engineering2012 / Pengzhen Lu, Shengyong Chen, Yujun Zheng
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Effect of Ground Waste Concrete Powder on Cement Properties2013 / Xianwei Ma, Zhenyu Wang
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Research on Fire Resistance of Ultra-High-Performance Concrete2012 / Hao-wen Ye, Nai-qian Feng, Yan Ling-hu, Zhi-wei Ran, Li-xun Lin, et al.
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Environmental Performance Evaluation of Small-scale Building by Utilizing Geothermal Heat in Snowy Cold Regions
Abstract When we are faced with environmental issues at a global level, such as global warming and pollution, the interest in use of renewable energy and environmental control method which conserve energy as much as possible has further increased....
2015 / Masaharu Ogasawara, Koki Kikuta, Hirofumi Hayama, Tetsu Yamanaka, Yoshinori Sasaki, et al. -
Computational Flow Optimization of Heliostat Aspect Ratio for Wind Direction and Elevation Angle
Abstract The choice of heliostat aspect ratio has previously been shown to have an effect on the wind loading coefficients experienced by the structure due to an attacking atmospheric wind. Knowing the wind loads on heliostats is important in order...
2015 / M.D. Marais, K.J. Craig, J.P. Meyer -
Mechanical properties of two-way different configurations of prestressed concrete members subjected to axial loading
Abstract In order to analyze the mechanical properties of two-way different configurations of prestressed concrete members subjected to axial loading, a finite element model based on the nuclear power plant containments is demonstrated. This model...
2015 / Chaobi Zhang, Jianyun Chen, Qiang Xu, Jing Li -
Repair of R/C flat plates failing in punching by vertical studs
Abstract In this paper, a system for repairing damaged flat plates as a result of punching shear is presented. The system depends mainly on repairing the damaged concrete and the addition of vertical studs with different arrangements through holes...
2015 / Hamed S. Askar -
Towards an Effective Real Estate Agency Education: A Stride to Efficiency in Nigeria
Abstract Real estate agency has been relegated in academic curriculum of Estate Management Programme in Nigeria. This partly accounts for few research efforts in the field compared to what is obtainable in the UK, US and Asia. This research...
2015 / Iroham Chukwuemeka Osmond, Oloyede Samuel Adesiyan, Ajibola Mayowa Olusola, Durodola Olufemi Daniel -
On the value of highway travel time information systems
Abstract After the widespread deployment of Advanced Traveler Information Systems, there exists an increasing concern about their profitability. The costs of such systems are clear, but the quantification of the benefits still generates debate. This ...
2014 / Francesc Soriguera