Civil engineering topic list of research papers
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Investigation of in-plane moment connections of I-beams to square concrete-filled steel tube columns under gravity loads
Abstract This paper focuses on experimental and analytical behavior of the ultimate moment of the connections of steel I-beams to square concrete-filled steel tube columns. External stiffeners around the columns are used at the beam flange levels....
2014 / Abdelrahim K. Dessouki, Ahmed H. Yousef, Mona M. Fawzy -
Analysis of Urban Public Transit Information Requirements in China by Web-based Survey
Abstract Public transit information can help people make trip decisions. Requirements of public transit information in China were surveyed in this dissertation. Current status of using public transit information, approaches of obtaining information...
2013 / Xianyao Hou, Xuewu Chen -
Feasibility of upgrading the energy performance of recent massive brick houses
Abstract Climate change policies imply significant reductions of energy use in buildings. For this, prevailing energy performance standards fall short, notwithstanding the emergence of stricter national building regulations. Regulations cover new...
2014 / Bart Janssens, Aviel Verbruggen -
Capability-enhanced AIMSUN with Real-time Signal Timing Control
Abstract In this paper, we enhanced the capability of Aimsun simulation including signal timing optimization of traffic control with real-time information on the network dynamics. The problem is formulated so as to find the duration of maximum green ...
2014 / Cristina Vilarinho, Guilherme Soares, José Macedo, José Pedro Tavares, Rosaldo J.F. Rossetti -
Calibration and Validation of a Dynamic Assignment Model in Emergency Conditions from Real-world Experimentation
Abstract Calibration and validation of dynamic assignment models to simulate urban road transport systems in ordinary conditions are still an open issue. This problem is further emphasized in the case of transport systems analysis in emergency...
2014 / Giuseppe Musolino, Antonino Vitetta -
A Study on Variable Message Signs Graphical Comparation
Abstract Variable message signs can display not only text information, but also graphic information. Graphic information can be identified further in the distance than text information. Besides, the graphical information is not limited by language,...
2013 / Chen Er-hui, Liu Jing, Wang Yun-ling, Xiong Juan -
The Role of Building Thermal Simulation for Energy Efficient Building Design
Abstract In this paper, the results of building thermal simulation of office buildings in Jakarta, Indonesia are presented using the simulation and visualization tool of DesignBuilder, an Energy Plus based dynamic thermal simulation engine. The...
2014 / Rahmi Andarini -
Verification of Composite Steel-concrete Bridge Behavior
Abstract The paper presents conclusions of the experimental verification of highway composite steel-concrete bridge behavior. After performing the standard proof-load test, the more detailed verification of stress and deformation state of two-girder ...
2013 / Jaroslav Odrobinak, Josef Vican, Jan Bujnak -
Life Cycle Assessment of Completely Recyclable Concrete2014 / Mieke De Schepper, Philip Van den Heede, Isabel Van Driessche, Nele De Belie
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Quality of 3D Models Generated by SFM Technology2014 / Marián Marčiš
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The Impact of Cyber-physical Systems on Industrial Services in Manufacturing
Abstract Besides selling tangible products, manufacturing companieshave also started to compete byoffering product-related services throughout the product lifecycle. In this context, the recent riseof cyber-physical systems (CPSs) and smart,...
2015 / Matthias M. Herterich, Falk Uebernickel, Walter Brenner -
Doubly Periodic Cracks in the Anisotropic Medium with the Account of Contact of Their Faces2014 / Olesya Maksymovych, Iaroslav Pasternak, Heorhiy Sulym, Serhiy Kutsyk
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Durability Indicators Comparison for SCC and CC in Tropical Coastal Environments2015 / Carlos Calado, Aires Camões, Eliana Monteiro, Paulo Helene, Béda Barkokébas
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Cloud Data Security for Goal Driven Global Software Engineering Projects
Abstract We focus over the requirement for global requirements engineering methodology for assisting activities and clients to choose cloud benefits and reducing risks. A methodology is needed to consider for requirements engineering. We defend that ...
2015 / Shruti Patil, Roshani Ade -
Design of Railway Track for Speed and High-speed Railways
Abstract The design of railway lines under the current standard STN 73 6360 [1] including the comparison of railway line parameters to the European Standard EN 13803-1 and a new proposal in accordance to the new prepared standard STN 73 6360-1 [2]...
2014 / Stanislav Hodas -
Biofuel futures in road transport – A modeling analysis for Sweden
Abstract First and second generation biofuels are among few low-carbon alternatives for road transport that currently are commercially available or in an early commercialization phase. They are thus potential options for meeting climate targets in...
2014 / Martin Börjesson, Erik O. Ahlgren, Robert Lundmark, Dimitris Athanassiadis -
Proposed Bamboo School Buildings for Elementary Schools in Indonesia
Abstract Indonesia has serious problems of educational infrastructure where thousands school facilities are in poor condition. In 2011 182.500 classrooms were moderately damaged and 110.598 ones were in severe condition. In order to find a cheap,...
2014 / Aditya Riski Taufani, Arief Setiawan Budi Nugroho -
Øresund and Fehmarnbelt high-capacity rail corridor standards updated
Abstract The Øresund and the planned Fehmarnbelt fixed links have recently adopted a set of standards that can significantly raise the operating efficiency and capacity of freight by rail. These standards are explained in the context of the...
2014 / Hans E. Boysen -
Optimization of the FURBOT Urban Freight Transport Scheme
Abstract The paper refers to an innovative urban freight distribution scheme, aimed at reducing the externalities connected with the freight delivery process. Both packages destined to commercial activities and to end consumers (e-commerce) are...
2015 / Elvezia M. Cepolina, Alessandro Farina -
Effect of Overloaded Vehicles on the Performance of Highway Bridge Girder: A Case Study
Abstract This paper is about the analysis of a prestressed highway bridge and its strengthening. The bridge wassimply supported I’ Girder structure with four-lanes and itwas heavily loaded than its capacity; therefore, bridge was analysed in flexure ...
2014 / Sadaqat Ullah Khan, Tehmina Ayub, Adnan Qadir