Civil engineering topic list of research papers
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Probe into Necessity of Active Suspension Based on LQG Control
Abstract The objective of this research is to provide a systematic probe into necessity of the active suspension based on LQG control for supplying some reference to optimal design of the suspension based on LQG control. A strict mathematical...
2012 / Shian Chen, Ren He, Hongguang Liu, Ming Yao -
Management Factors for Successful IBS Projects Implementation
Abstract In recognition to the importance of management, this paper aims to establish the management factors contributing to successful implementation of IBS projects from the contractor's point of view. With a response rate of 12%, findings from...
2013 / Faridah Ismail, Norazian Mohamad Yusuwan, Har Einur Azrin Baharuddin -
Fuzzy Comprehensive Evaluation for Stability of Strata over Gob Influenced by Construction Loads
Abstract Due to the development of cities and towns, the shortage of constructible land becomes a serious problem for public. Thus, lots of industrial and residential buildings have to be built within mining subsidence areas. Such these construction ...
2012 / Keming Han, Fengming Li, Hongyan Li, Jianwei Cheng -
Enhancedtransverse shear strain shell formulation applied to large elasto-plastic deformation problems2004 / R. A. Fontes Valente, M. P. L. Parente, R. M. Natal Jorge, J. M. A. César de Sá, J. J. Grácio
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Research on resource utilization and underground circulation treatment of mine drainage
Abstract Mine drainage is a source which has relatively stable quality and been used conveniently. Recycling of mine drainage will greatly release the contradiction between the high rate of coal production and the relative shortage of water...
2009 / Zhou Zhong-ning, Li Yi-min, Cao Lei, Gu Yong-xia -
Design and practice of Foshan first ring landscaping
Abstract 1st ring landscape of Foshan is a great project of roadside afforestation in China because of its largest green quantities and great benefits. In this paper, we summarized the advanced design concepts and innovative design ways and the...
2011 / Weidong Chen, Zilong Cao, Bing Chen -
Sliding Parts of Bridge Bearings
Abstract Structural bearings are designed according to EN 1337-1 to 11, where the requirements for the design and manufacture of bearings for bridges and buildings are specified. The use of some modern sliding materials in bearings is not covered by ...
2012 / L’. Nittmannová -
Stability of Flexible Channel Wall Streamlined by Viscous Incompressible Fluid Flow
Abstract Considered article is devoted to determining the influence of deformations, caused by hydrodynamic flow reaction, on the stability of clamped cantilever plate. Flow displacement, which defines the influence of the bottom canal wall, is...
2012 / I. Karintsev, V. Fisher -
Experimental Determination of the Swirl Burner Laboratory Models Hydraulic Resistance
Abstract Performed investigation of pulverized fuel combustion in swirl flows has shown that there are two important groups of influential parameters: fuel and burner characteristics. The most important conclusion of these investigations is that...
2012 / B. Repic, A. Eric, D. Djurovic, A. Marinkovic, G. Zivkovic -
The First Results for a New Layout of the Stay Cables for Great Span Bridges
Abstract The air-elastic vibrations of structures induce fluctuating stresses that lead to fatigue damage accumulation and may determine structural failure without exceeding ultimate strength This paper proposes a new layout of stay cables to be...
2011 / L. Anania, A. Badalà, S. Costa, G. D’agata -
Evaluation of System Reliability of Lifeline Networks in Views of a Seismic Hazard
Abstract Interdependency associated with a system failure of lifeline networks is evaluated in views of a seismic hazard. We select electric power supply systems, gas supply systems, and water supply systems distributed in Tokyo metropolitan area...
2011 / G. Shoji, M. Tabata -
Very Large Floating Structures: Applications, Research and Development
Abstract Very large floating structures (VLFS) have attracted the attention of architects, city planners, and engineers because they provide an exciting and environmentally friendly solution for land creation from the sea as opposed to the...
2011 / C.M. Wang, Z.Y. Tay -
Shear Design of Concrete Members without Shear Reinforcement—A Solved Problem?
Abstract The design of concrete members for shear without stirrups has become a major issue worldwide especially for bridge decks as the shear capacity according to the ‘new’ regulations like the Eurocode often gives significant smaller values than...
2011 / G.A. Rombach, M. Kohl, V.H. Nghiep -
Evaluation of Flexural Ductility of Negative Moment Region of I-Girder with High Strength Steel
Abstract For continuous I-girder bridge, large negative bending moment is generated near pier region so that plastic hinge For continuous I-girder bridges, a large negative bending moment is generated near pier region so that plastic hinge is first...
2011 / H.E. Lee, H.S. Joo, B.H. Choi, J.H. Moon -
Critical Strain Concept-Based Simple Method for Pre-Evaluation of Tunnel Face Safety using RMR
Abstract This study was intended to predict the total displacement using RMR evaluation of tunnel face and a simplified stability evaluation technique which was based on a strain concept before starting excavation. To that end, a threedimensional...
2011 / S.B. Yim, Y.S. Seo, C.Y. Kim, K.Y. Kim -
Assessment of Embankment Factor Safety Using Two Commercially Available Programs in Slope Stability Analysis
Abstract Analysis of the static and seismic stability of natural and manmade slopes and embankments is a challenging geotechnical problem. Often, different professionals analyzing the same problem will estimate a wide variation in expected...
2011 / B.H. Maula, L. Zhang -
The Effect of Climate Change on Inland Waterway Transport
Abstract Generally, inland waterway transport (IWT) is characterised by a high degree of reliability and safety compared to other transport modes. Against the background of the climate change debate however, new concerns are starting to raise...
2012 / Christophe Hendrickx, Tim Breemersch -
Design Entrepreneurship in Product Design Education
Abstract Design entrepreneurship is about producing and marketing the intellectual properties of a viable concept in terms assuming risks, financing and managing. So this study is about a discussion on building entrepreneurship skills in design...
2012 / Serkan Gunes -
(Re)thinking the Basics of Design: Can Fairytales be Teaching Tools?
Abstract Discussing the basics of design can be considered as one of the main issues in trying to understand the fundamentals of the first year design studio. Particularly the first semester of basic design studio teaches basic design concepts such...
2012 / Cilga Resuloglu -
Navigating Multi-Modal Public Transport Systems: Real Time Perceptions of Processual Usability Using Video Methodology
Abstract Collection of data of customer processes are difficult, due to its dynamic and complex nature. This study reports on some initial findings using a video-based methodology in collecting naturally occurring visual data of travellers using...
2012 / Per Echeverri