Civil engineering topic list of research papers
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A Poisson Cluster Stochastic Rainfall Generator That Accounts for the Interannual Variability of Rainfall Statistics: Validation at Various Geographic Locations across the United States2014 / Dongkyun Kim, Jongho Kim, Yong-Sik Cho
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Study on Notch Sensitivity of Fracture Properties of Concrete Containing Nano-SiO 2 Particles and Fly Ash2013 / Peng Zhang, Qiao-Yan Guan, Chen-Hui Liu, Qing-Fu Li
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A Statistical Analysis for Micro-Simulation of Udc Operativity
Abstract An Urban Distribution Center (UDC) is a useful City Logistics policy instrument. A UDC is a logistic site dedicated to decompose and consolidate freight directed to the city, by planning the routes and service time, restricting the traffic...
2011 / Domenico Gattuso, Gian Carla Cassone -
Study on the Temporal and Spatial Features of Changes with Commuting, Employment and Residence in Beijing
Abstract The spatial change of commuting and workplace is a complex process. Through questionnaire, this paper spatially divides Beijing into several layers and analyzes the changes of commuting, employment and workplace in the city, so as to...
2010 / Xue Ling, Wang Bingsong, Yang Kaizhong -
On the propagation coefficient of longitudinal stress waves in viscoelastic bars
Abstract A key stage in both the use of polymer rods in Split Hopkinson Pressure Bar (SHPB) testing and in establishing the material properties of these rods is the experimental determination of the propagation coefficient. An analytical...
2012 / Bright Ahonsi, John J. Harrigan, Majid Aleyaasin -
A heuristic method for determining CO2 efficiency in transportation planning2012 / Silvio Nocera, Federica Maino, Federico Cavallaro
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Study on Bezier Curve Variable Step-length Algorithm
Abstract Bessel Curve also known as Bezier Curve, through which the general vector graphics software accurately draws curves, as the Bezier curve is relatively easy to calculate and its stable characteristic, in many areas it has been widely...
2012 / Guorong Xiao, Xuemiao Xu -
Assessment for Distribution Network Planning Schemes of Urban Electric Power System
Abstract As one important part of urban planning, distribution network planning is necessary to be comprehensively assessed to improve decision-making level and investment benefit. Some factors, such as anti-disaster ability and regional feature,...
2012 / Zheng Fu-min, Ma Li, Liu Nian, Chen Jin-shan -
An integrated framework for linking climate change impacts to emergency adaptation strategies for transport networks2013 / Evangelos Mitsakis, Anestis Papanikolaou, Georgia Ayfadopoulou, Josep Salanova, Claus Doll, et al.
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Study on construction and quantification of evaluation index system of mine ventilation system
Abstract Mine ventilation system which was the important constituent of coal mining system ensured the safety production as critical measures. Construction and quantification of evaluation index system for mine ventilation system was the basis and...
2009 / Shen Fei-min, Chen Bo-hui, Yang Jian -
Stress Analysis of a Low Loader Chassis
Abstract This paper aims to model, simulate and perform the stress analysis of an actual low loader structure consisting of I-beams design application of 35 tonne trailer designed in-house by Sumai Engineering Sdn. Bhd, (SESB). The material of...
2012 / Mohd Azizi Muhammad Nor, Helmi Rashid, Wan Mohd Faizul Wan Mahyuddin, Mohd Azuan Mohd Azlan, Jamaluddin Mahmud -
Self-healing of polymer modified concrete
Abstract Self healing phenomenon of concrete has been observed in traditional, fibrous, self compacting concrete. This phenomenon occurred mainly due to the presence of unhydrated cement particles in the presence of water. Mechanism of polymer in...
2011 / Abd_Elmoaty M. Abd_Elmoaty -
Dynamic adaptive policy pathways: A method for crafting robust decisions for a deeply uncertain world
Abstract A new paradigm for planning under conditions of deep uncertainty has emerged in the literature. According to this paradigm, a planner should create a strategic vision of the future, commit to short-term actions, and establish a framework to ...
2013 / Marjolijn Haasnoot, Jan H. Kwakkel, Warren E. Walker, Judith ter Maat -
Structural Design of the New Ferry Terminal in Taipa, Macau SAR
Abstract Over the last few years, there has been a sharp increase of visitors in Macau. The Macau SAR Government has decided to upgrade the existing Taipa temporary ferry terminal with extension works into a permanent one in order to alleviate...
2011 / José Santos -
Shrinkage Deformations of Composite Slabs with Open Trapezoidal Sheeting
Abstract Composite steel-concrete slabs that have integral steel shuttering at the soffit of a reinforced concrete slab are commonplace in building infrastructure. Inevitable shrinkage of the concrete represents an indirect (or non-mechanical)...
2011 / M.A. Bradford, R.I. Gilbert, R. Zeuner, G. Brock -
Effects on Mechanical Properties of Industrialised Steel Fibres Addition to Normal Weight Concrete
Abstract Five groups of concrete grade C25 were produced with the addition of steel fibres (SFs) at different volumetric percentages: 0% (as control specimen), 0.50%, 0.75%, 1.00% and 1.25% by absolute concrete weight. SFs with aspect ratio, l/d=80...
2011 / I.S. Ibrahim, M.B. Che Bakar -
Relationship between Seismic Index and Response of RC Structure Retrofitted by ACM Braces
Abstract In general, a seismic retrofitting countermeasure of RC building in Japan can be decided by a seismic index value of structure. In this paper, a seismic non-linear response analysis of 3-story RC building structure retrofitted by ACM braces ...
2011 / T. Takatani -
Wind Engineering on the New Millennium Bridge in South Korea
Abstract The New Millennium Bridge in Lot 1 of the Amtae∼Aphae Fixed Link, is a FCM-anchored hybrid two-pylon cable stayed bridge consisting of its high (195m) and low (135m) pylon with two bundle cables in the back span and the pre-construction of...
2011 / Y.M. Kim, Y.H. Kwak, M.S. Choi, J.J. Lee, K.S. Cho -
Technology Assessment in Construction Sector as a Strategy towards Sustainability
Abstract The purpose of the article is to present and discuss the concept of Technology Assessment with a special focus on the construction sector and its relation to the notion of sustainability. Technology Assessment is seen in the scientific...
2015 / Lukasz Nazarko -
A New Procedure to Determine a User-oriented Level of Service of Traffic Light Controlled Crossroads
Abstract In the current version of the German Manual for the Design of Road Infrastructure traffic light controlled crossroads cannot be evaluated as a whole but only in the intersection approaches. Neither is the user's view taken into account....
2011 / Thorsten Becher