Civil engineering topic list of research papers
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Traffic volume and load data measurement using a portable weigh in motion system: A case study
Abstract Traditionally, traffic loading characteristics are collected for pavement design and performance prediction purposes using permanent roadside weigh-in-motion (WIM) stations. However, high installation and maintenance costs associated with...
2016 / Abu N.M. Faruk, Wenting Liu, Sang Ick Lee, Bhaven Naik, Dar Hao Chen, et al. -
The Use of Advanced Optical Measurement Methods for the Mechanical Analysis of Shear Deficient Prestressed Concrete Members2016 / K. De Wilder, G. De Roeck, L. Vandewalle
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Automated Analysis of Interdependencies Between Product Platforms and Assembly Operations
Abstract Configurable products, like vehicles, face the challenge of handling all possible variants which are needed to answer the various customer needs. For these configurable products the support of all variants need to be addressed both by the...
2016 / Amir Hossein Ebrahimi, Knut Åkesson, Pierre E.C. Johansson, Thomas Lezama -
Environmentally Friendly Construction Products Selection Based on Building Model Data
Abstract This paper presents the general scheme of the decision making support system which would allow to optimize building's environmental performance by supporting the environmentally friendly construction products selection process. Moreover, it ...
2014 / Łukasz Adamus -
Selected Aspects of Determining of Building Facility Deterioration for Real Estate Valuation
Abstract Deterioration of real estate and forecast of the remaining period of its service life are important parameters for the real estate valuation process. In the literature we can find several formulas which determine the deterioration degree...
2015 / Agnieszka Dziadosz, Wiesław Meszek -
Modeling the Problem of Transport Network Synthesis Under Conditions of Uncertain Initial Information
Abstract This paper dwells upon the problem of synthesising structures under indefiniteness. Herein is proposed a classification of initial information uncertainty types that influence the parameters of transport networks. It is shown that different ...
2015 / A.I. Demchenko -
Correction factor determination on failure rate equation of MacLaurin series for low and high mode application
Abstract Safety Instrumented Function (SIF) is implemented on the system to prevent hazard in process industry. In general, most of SIF implementation in process industry works in low demand condition. Safety valuation of SIF that works in low...
2016 / Totok R. Biyanto, Franky Kusuma, Ali Musyafa, Ronny Dwi Noriyati, Ridho Bayuaji, et al. -
Is there Life After Subsidy for an Urban Consolidation Centre? An Investigation of the Total Costs and Benefits of a Privately-initiated Concept
Abstract The concept of an urban consolidation centre (UCC) has been extensively studied. Despite the potential positive environmental and social impact, the main obstacle remains the lack of a sustainable business model. Therefore UCCs are often...
2016 / Bram Kin, Sara Verlinde, Tom van Lier, Cathy Macharis -
Learning from Vernacular Architecture: Ecological Solutions in Traditional Erzurum Houses
Abstract Vernacular architecture has been an inspiration for innovations in environmental and socio-economically sustainable design and planning. Especially in traditional housing, the intended climatic and environmental solutions within sustainable ...
2016 / Berrak Kırbaş, Neslinur Hızlı -
A Case Study of Low Compressive Strength of Concrete Containing Fly Ash in East Java Indonesia
Abstract The utilization of fly ash (FA) into concrete has become a common practice in ready mix concrete production throughout the world, including Indonesia. The inclusion of this by product material into concrete has two main advantages:...
2015 / M. Sigit Darmawan, Ridho Bayuaji, Nur Ahmad Husin, Chomaedhi, Ismail Saud -
Verifying a Need of Artificial Cooling - A Simplified Method Dedicated to Single-family Houses in Poland
Abstract This paper presents a simplified comparative method supporting decision-making process if a particular construction of a single- family house involves applying artificial cooling. A variety of building constructions are...
2015 / Hanna Jędrzejuk, Joanna Rucińska -
Design and Calculation of Cost Effectiveness of Various Types of Foundations in Central Russia
Abstract The paper presents design and calculation of cost effectiveness of various types of foundations on the example of the city of Vologda. The evaluation of engineering and geological conditions gets the ability to build the planned buildings...
2015 / Grigory Garmanov, Nadezda Urazaeva -
Prioritization in modal shift: determining a region’s most suitable freight flows2015 / Dries Meers, Cathy Macharis
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Preliminaries of the Professional Engineer's Multi-criteria Assessment Model in Lithuania
Abstract Construction processes planning and effective management are extremely important for success in construction business. The paper deals with an effective model of professional qualification construction engineering industry. Professional...
2015 / Algirdas Juozapaitis, Edmundas Kazimieras Zavadskas, Jolanta Tamošaitienė, Arūnas Aleksandras Navickas, Lina Sakalauskienė, et al. -
Errors in the Preparation of Design Documentation in Public Procurement in Poland
Abstract The system of construction design completion most frequently used in Poland is the traditional one. In this system, the client describes the subject of the order by means of design documentation and technical specifications of construction...
2014 / Michał Juszczyk, Renata Kozik, Agnieszka Leśniak, Edyta Plebankiewicz, Krzysztof Zima -
Effect of Autoclave Curing on the Microstructure of Blended Cement Mixture Incorporating Ground Dune Sand and Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slag2015 / Omer Abdalla Alawad, Abdulrahman Alhozaimy, Mohd Saleh Jaafar, Farah Nora Abdul Aziz, Abdulaziz Al-Negheimish
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IT Based Attempt to Evaluate and Promote Intermodal Transport Solutions in Central and Southeast Europe
Abstract The transport sector is one of the main emitters of greenhouse gas emissions. The awareness about this is increasing because of heightened environmental sensitivity among customers, politicians and the media. Studies dealing with...
2014 / Christian Haider, Gerald J. Aschauer, Conrad Schmidt, Dipl.-Verk.- wirtsch -
Incorporating enhanced service reliability of public transport in cost-benefit analyses2016 / N. van Oort
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The Influence of Corner Gussets over the Lightweight Tubular Latticed Beams
Abstract The aircraft lightweight welded structures employ circular section members using Pratt or Warren configuration. If in civil engineering gussets are mainly used for bracing connection or as shoulder bracket for beams and columns, in...
2015 / Gabriel Dima -
The Development of Housing Sector and Residential Real Estate Market After Economic Recession in Latvia2016 / Sanda Geipele, Armands Auziņš