Civil engineering topic list of research papers
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Experimental Research of Hollow Concrete Block Masonry Stress Deformations
Abstract The article discusses the results of experimental investigation of highly hollow concrete block masonry and concrete infill block masonry behaviour under compression. The research revealed that upon failure of hollow block masonry, the...
2013 / Bronius Jonaitis, Robertas Zavalis -
Development of shear locking-free shell elements using an enhanced assumed strain formulation2002 / Jos� M. A. C�sar de S�, Renato M. Natal Jorge, Robertt A. Fontes Valente, Pedro M. Almeida Areias
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The Research on Structuring Water-Saving Standards System Framework in Beijing
Abstract This study discussed a new method of structuring water conservation standards system. Based on the previous two- dimensional sequence framework of Beijing water-saving standards system framework, The three-dimensional framework was...
2011 / Yajun Zhang, Jing Wang, Ping Xu, Junling Wang -
Industrial and ecological aspects of control methane emission from the transported mining mass
Abstract The question of control of methane emission from mining mass transported on mine excavations in the conditions of the intensive working off of the coal layers accompanied by strengthened gas entering with a fresh stream in breakage heading...
2009 / Kostenko Viktor, Shevchenko Helena -
Study on the Eco-Compatibility between Port Construction and Wetland Nature Reserve
Abstract According to the characteristics of different environmental area types, studying on the eco-compatibility between environmental areas and construction projects can maximize the value of the environment. This paper establishes an...
2010 / Liu Suling, Liu Yan, Song Guobao, Chen Yu, Zhang Shushen, et al. -
The Research of Water Environment Cumulative Impacts of Delivery Canal on East Route of South-to-North Water Transfer Project
Abstract In the long run, Water transfer project will cause natural environmental changes in structure and function, and inevitably cause cumulative impacts on water environment. The features of cumulative impact on the water environment from water...
2012 / Li Yanjun, He Peng, Xiao Weihua, Liu Bo -
Vibration Characteristics of an Overpass Bridge During Full-Scale Destructive Testing
Abstract Progressive destructive testing is a schematic way of applying damage on a structure and evaluating the immediate effects in terms of the change in structural characteristics. Generally a progressive destructive test is conducted on a small ...
2011 / D.M. Siringoringo, Y. Fujino, T. Nagayama, H. Wenzel -
Design of Double Composite Bridges using High Strength Steel
Abstract High performance steel for bridges (HSB) which has higher performance in tensile, yield strength, toughness, weldability than common steels has been developed in Korea. HSB800 has a minimum tensile strength of 800MPa. However, design of...
2011 / CS Shim, JW Whang, CH Chung, PG Lee -
Comparison on Wind Load Prediction of Transmission Line between Chinese New Code and Other Standards
Abstract This paper discusses the different methods of wind loading prediction for transmission line between Chinese new code, “Code for design of 110kV ∼ 750kV overhead transmission lines”, which has recently been implemented in July 2010, and...
2011 / JIANG Qi, DENG Hongzhou -
Differences in Verification of Spread Foundation for Serviceability Limit States in Slovakia and Poland
Abstract The paper deals with differences in verification of spread foundation for serviceability limit states in Slovakia and Poland. The differences in settlement calculation by Slovak Technical Standard STN 73 1001:2010 and Polish Standard...
2014 / Giang Nguyen -
Climate Change and Infrastructure Performance: Should We Worry About?
Abstract Although it has been known for a while that climate-related factors account for the performance development of infrastructure, it remains difficult for infrastructure manager to estimate the effect of the anticipated climate change. The...
2012 / Irina Stipanovic Oslakovic, Herbert ter Maat, Andreas Hartmann, Geert Dewulf -
Experiences on Low Temperature (LT) Asphalts in Hungarian Road Building
Abstract The use of low temperature (LT) asphalt products can result in a significant decrease of temperature (up to 250°C) required for asphalt production. This, in turn, reduces energy costs and consumption. Moreover, safety during asphalt...
2012 / Zoltan Puchard, Agnes Gorgenyi -
Real-Time Merging Traffic Control for Throughput Maximization at Motorway Work Zones
Abstract Work zones on motorways necessitate the drop of one or more lanes which may lead to significant reduction of traffic flow capacity and efficiency, traffic flow disruptions, congestion creation, and increased accident risk. Real-time traffic ...
2012 / Athina Tympakianaki, Anastasia D. Spiliopoulou, Anastasios Kouvelas, Markos Papageorgiou -
Stakeholder Perspectives on İmproving Rail Freight Services on the Eve of Rail Market Liberalization: An Analysis of the Turkish Rail Freight Market
Abstract Turkish rail market will be liberalized in the near future in order to comply with EU Directives. Before liberalization, the traditional rail operator, TCDD, needs to recognize and adequately understand the perceptions of different...
2012 / Hulya Zeybek -
Modeling Demand for Electric Cars - A Methodical Approach
Abstract Most car users lack profound knowledge on electric cars. Feasibility studies concerning electric cars suffer from this fact, because respondents assess advantages and travel behavior restrictions incorrectly. This may result in a...
2012 / Christoph Link, Ulrike Raich, Gerd Sammer, Juliane Stark -
Stress-strain analysis of Aikou rockfill dam with asphalt-concrete core
Abstract Aikou rockfill dam with asphalt-concrete core is situated in a karst area in Chongqing City, China. In order to study the operative conditions of the rockfill dam, especially those of the asphalt-concrete core, the Duncan model is adopted...
2012 / Chaoyang Fang, Zhenzhen Liu -
The Determination of Conflicting Flow Rates for the Calculation of Capacities of Minor Traffic Streams on Priority Intersections
Abstract The calculation of potential capacities of minor traffic streams on priority intersections requires the determination of the conflicting flow rates. The article describes a procedure that allows a more precise determination of conflicting...
2011 / Thoralf Knote -
Retrieving Real-time Information to users in Public Transport Networks: An Application to the Lisbon Bus System
Abstract This paper presents a real-time trip-planner system for the public transport in Lisbon. This system has the capability of informing potential customers about which are the best routes to make the trip they want, when they want and what are...
2012 / David Alves, Luis M. Martinez, José M. Viegas -
Evaluating the achievements and impacts of EC framework programme transport projects2011 / Anu Tuominen, Tuuli Järvi, Kirsi Hyytinen, Evangelos Mitsakis, Maria Eugenia Lopez-Lambas, et al.
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Time Dependent Reliability Analysis of Steel I Bridge Girder Designed Based on SNI T-02-2005 and SNI T-3-2005 Subjected to Corrosion
Abstract Steel bridge girder located in the vicinity of the sea cannot escape from corrosion. Over time the effect of corrosion becomes more significant, especially when there is no interference performed by bridge authority. This study will present ...
2013 / M. Sigit Darmawan, A.N. Refani, M. Irmawan, R. Bayuaji, R.B. Anugraha