Civil engineering topic list of research papers
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Evolutionary sets of safe ship trajectories with speed reduction manoeuvres within traffic separation schemes2014 / Rafał Szłapczyński
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Path of Optimized Engineering of HVAC Systems
Abstract This publication is considered the most promising path leading to the creation of energy-efficient engineering solutions for various buildings. This path begins with the first design calculations. The foundation for creating cost-effective...
2016 / Vladimir G. Gagarin, Kirill I. Lushin, Vladimir V. Kozlov, Alexander Yu. Neklyudov -
Impact of Dual Gauge Railway Tracks on Traffic Load Induced Permanent Deformation of Low Embankments
Abstract There is a growing interest in recent years of many African countries to revamp their neglected railways in order to promote regional trade and transportation integration. Investors are faced with problems of railway track gauge conversions ...
2016 / Aaron D. Mwanza, Peiwen Hao, Mundia Muya, Zhang Haiwei -
Green Airport Design Evaluation (GrADE) – Methods and Tools Improving Infrastructure Planning
Abstract Aviation plays a significant role in modern socio-economies, providing connectivity and accessibility, and facilitating commerce. Airports are critical nodes in the air transport system and of the territory connectivity as well. Along with...
2016 / Paolina Ferrulli -
Modeling Urban Design with Energy Performance
Abstract Traditional urban design methods focus on the form-making process and lack performance dimensions such as energy efficiency. There are inherent differences between Urban Design as a model of decision-making for choosing form alternatives...
2016 / Perry Pei-Ju Yang, Jinyue Yan -
Where is the future of China’s biogas? Review, forecast, and policy implications2016 / Lei Gu, Yi-Xin Zhang, Jian-Zhou Wang, Gina Chen, Hugh Battye
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Rheological Evaluation of Asphalt Cements Modified with ASA Polymer and Al2O3 Nanoparticles
Abstract This study aims to evaluate and characterize the properties of modified asphalt cements exposed to high temperature. The Acrylate Styrene Acrylonhrtilrei (ASA) polymer and nano aluminum oxide (Al2O3) nanoparticles were added to the base...
2016 / Muhammad Mubaraki, Shaban Ismael Albrka Ali, Amiruddin Ismail, Nur Izzi Md. Yusoff -
Behaviour of Expansive Soils Stabilized with Hydrated Lime and Bagasse Fibres
Abstract Soil stabilization is the most common ground improvement technique adopted to improve problematic soil properties. This investigation exhibits a series of laboratory tests conducted to evaluate the influences of bagasse fibres and hydrated...
2016 / Liet Chi Dang, Behzad Fatahi, Hadi Khabbaz -
Analysing Optimum Building form in Relation to Lower Cooling Load
Abstract Energy consumption would be an enormous matter as the number of people is increasing worldwide and resources are limited. The focus of the designer would be designing the building form to ensure less energy consumption. This research...
2016 / Wan Sharizatul Suraya W.M. Rashdi, Mohamed Rashid Embi -
Industrialised Building System Modular System (IBSMS) Organisational Readiness Framework
Abstract Off-site prefabrication and modern method of construction (MMC) has proven to promote sustainability in the construction industry that improve human sociology, foster economic development and environment stability. Modular construction is...
2016 / Muhamad Faiz Musa, Mohammad Fadhil Mohammad, Mohd Reeza Yusof, Rofizlan Ahmad -
An Investigation into GHG and non-GHG Impacts of Double Skin Façades in Office Refurbishments2015 / Francesco Pomponi, Poorang A.E. Piroozfar, Eric R.P. Farr
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Comparison of Coupled Flow-deformation and Drained Analyses for Road Embankments on CMC Improved Ground
Abstract The use of controlled modulus columns (CMC) is gaining increased popularity in the support of rail and road bridge approach embankments on soft soils. The further columns are driven into the competent firm soils, the further the design will ...
2016 / Hamed Mahdavi, Behzad Fatahi, Hadi Khabbaz, Philippe Vincent, Richard Kelly -
2D Numerical Analysis of Shallow Foundation Rested Near Slope under Inclined Loading
Abstract The bearing capacity of vertically loaded strip footing near slope in plane strain conditions has always been one of the subjects of major interest in geotechnical engineering for researchers and practical engineers. In the literature few...
2016 / Messaoud Baazouzi, Djamel Benmeddour, Abdelhak Mabrouki, Mekki Mellas -
Experimental and Numerical Studies of Geotextile Encased Stone Columns in Geological Conditions of Perm Region of Russia
Abstract The paper provides information about improvement of the weak clay soil with geotextile encased stone columns. The paper presents materials about the relevance of this technology for applying in Perm region of Russia. The article presents an ...
2016 / Roman Shenkman, Andrey Ponomaryov -
Analytical Model for Viscous Wall Dampers2015 / F. Hejazi, M. Dalili Shoaei, A. Tousi, M. S. Jaafar
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Soil Water Retention Behaviour of a Sandy Clay Fill Material
Abstract The performance of transportation networks is critically dependent on the performance of cutting and embankment slopes. An instrumented embankment has been established at Nafferton farm in North East England to investigate the response of...
2016 / D.G. Toll, J.D. Asquith, P.N. Hughes, P. Osinski -
Cost-optimal Sizing of Solar Thermal and Photovoltaic Systems for the Heating and Cooling Needs of a Nearly Zero-energy Building: Design Methodology and Model Description
Abstract This paper deals with the cost-optimal sizing of solar technologies for thermal and electrical needs of residential or tertiary nearly Zero-Energy buildings. The proposed design procedure is based on lifetime simulation of building loads...
2016 / Daniele Testi, Eva Schito, Paolo Conti -
Evaluation of Asphalt Mix with Dolomite Aggregates for Wearing Layer
Abstract Bearing capacity and durability of road pavement structure depends on design solution, transport loads, climate, materials and construction quality. But the main factors are selected materials for road pavement structure and their...
2016 / Ovidijus Šernas, Viktoras Vorobjovas, Lina Šneideraitienė, Audrius Vaitkus -
Vertical Greening Façade as Passive Approach in Sustainable Design
Abstract To overcome the excessive heat in tropical climate countries during the day, the types of skin or façade play a vital role in regulating the temperature and the amount of heat transmission in a building. This research was carried to...
2016 / Ahmad Ridzwan Othman, Norshamira Sahidin -
A Novel Versatile Methodology for the Assessment of the Effects of Alternative Fuels on Engine Durability
Abstract Since the introduction of first generation biodiesel (Fatty Acid Methyl Esters, FAME) at blending rates in diesel of up to 7% vol., concerns were raised regarding engine component durability. The deposition rate on engine components appears ...
2016 / Savas Geivanidis, Elias Saltas, Zissis Samaras