Civil engineering topic list of research papers
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Performances Evaluation of Cecabase® RT in Warm Mix Asphalt Technology
Abstract The purpose of this study was to evaluate the performance of warm mix asphalt (WMA) mixtures containing different percentages of Cecabase® RT using dynamic modulus (|E*|), tensile strength ratio (TSR), four point beam fatigue, flow number...
2013 / Shu Wei Goh, Mohd Rosli Mohd Hasan, Zhanping You -
Work Context and Career Development Construction of a Work Context Inventory
Abstract The aim of this study is to develop a tool to identify elements of perceived work contexts with the aim to improve career development practices. We think that to understand how the transfer of experience occurs, it is necessary to...
2013 / Anne Pignault, Claude Houssemand -
Efficiency of coating layers used for thermal protection of FRP strengthened beams
Abstract This paper investigates the efficiency of coating layers used for thermal protection of Fiber-Reinforced Polymer (FRP) strengthened Reinforced Concrete (RC) beams. An experimental program was carried out on 36 RC beams...
2013 / Osama A. Kamal, Gehan A. Hamdy, Mohamed A. Abou-Atteya -
Non linear static analysis of a retrofitted reinforced concrete building
Abstract In seismic areas many buildings need to be retrofitted. In some cases, it is possible to apply carbon fiber-reinforcement polymer/plastic (CFRP), steel-jackets, and concrete jackets as rehabilitation methods. Several researches have been...
2013 / A. Ismail -
Fire Resistance Performance Analysis of Reinforced Concrete Members Using Galerkin Finite Element Method
Abstract A research project is currently being conducted to develop and implement a 2D nonlinear Galerkin finite element analysis for reinforced concrete structures subjected to high temperature. Algorithms for calculating the closed-form element...
2013 / YoungJin Kwon, DongJun Kim, SeungGoo Kang, BongChan Kim, ByungChan Han, et al. -
Optimal Variable Speed Limit Control for Real-time Freeway Congestions
Abstract It is well recognized that proper control of traffic speed can contribute to both a reduction in accidents and improved efficiency of freeway operations. Regarding the real-time traffic congestions, a variable speed limit (VSL) control...
2013 / Xianfeng Yang, Yongjie Lin, Yang Lu, Nan Zou -
Traffic Signal Control System with Extended Logic in the Context of the Modal Split
Abstract The paper is presents the discussion on the concept of extending the logic of the traffic signal control algorithms at the road intersections with additional decision making criteria. Currently typical traffic signal control logic at an...
2013 / Ireneusz Celiński, Grzegorz Sierpiński -
Buckling of slender prismatic columns with multiple edge cracks using energy approach
Abstract In this paper, the elastic stability of slender columns weakened by multiple edge cracks subjected to concentrated loads applied at the ends is presented. The analysis is carried out by using the minimum potential energy technique. The...
2013 / Talaat H. Abdel-Lateef, Magdy Israel Salama -
A rapid structural damage detection method using integrated ANFIS and interval modeling technique
Abstract A new kind of rapid structural damage detection method is proposed based on structural dynamic vibration data, which can be used to fast assess structural fault for short-term monitoring. In this paper, to identify structural damage rapidly ...
2014 / Futao Zhu, Yunjie Wu -
EFECTO DE LAS CARACTERISTICAS DE HARINA DE MADERA EN LAS PROPIEDADES FÍSICO-MECÁNICAS Y TÉRMICAS DE POLIPROPILENO RECICLADO2013 / Justo Lisperguer, Ximena Bustos, Yanina Saravia, Carolina Escobar, Henry Venegas
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Improvement of System Design Process: Towards Whole Life Cost Reduction
Abstract This paper describes the early findings of a research project to investigate the development of design processes to achieve reduced Whole Life Cost (WLC) within the aerospace industry, with a main focus on civil large engines (CLE). ...
2014 / Piotr Sydor, Essam Shehab, Tim Mackley, Phil John, Andrew Harrison -
Finite element modeling of steel concrete beam considering double composite action
Abstract Steel concrete composite construction has gained wide acceptance as an alternative to pure steel or concrete construction. Ansys 11 computer program has been used to develop a three-dimensional nonlinear finite element model in order to...
2015 / Ashraf Mohamed Mahmoud -
Driver Behavior Characterization in Roundabout Crossings
Abstract Roundabouts are widely accepted for their safety, capacity and environmental advantages. Although it can be easily recognized that the driver behavior is mostly related with the roundabout geometry. This paper presents a...
2014 / Ana Bastos Silva, Sílvia Santos, Luís Vasconcelos, Álvaro Seco, João Pedro Silva -
Fuzzy Model of a Nonlinear Mechatronic System
Abstract The paper presents a method of designing a fuzzy model for a nonlinear mechatronic system described only by input/output relations. The fuzzy model of the system is constructed on basis of the system's measured input/output data without the ...
2014 / Pavol Fedor, Daniela Perdukova -
Approximations for the waiting-time distribution in an $$M/PH/c$$ M / P H / c priority queue2015 / A. Al Hanbali, E. M. Alvarez, M. C. van der Heijden
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Influence of Geometrical Parameters, Wall Angle and Part Shape on Thickness Reduction of Single Point Incremental Forming
Abstract The aim of this paper is to study the thickness reduction during the whole single point incremental forming process. The experimental setup is realized in such a way that the blank sheet is in the vertical position and forming is done using ...
2014 / Valentin Oleksik -
Robust Optimization of Intersection Capacity
Abstract The optimal design of traffic light settings assumes in general that all the input parameters are known and constant for each design reference period, neglecting the effects of the uncertainty of the incoming flows or of other intersection...
2014 / Nicola Sacco -
Remaining Life Prediction of an Aged Bridge Based on Concrete Core Test
Abstract This paper describes a method of the remaining life prediction of an aged RC-T girder bridge based on the concrete core test results. The remaining life prediction of the bridge can also be quantitatively estimated by applying the J-BMS...
2014 / Ratna Widyawati, Jun Takahashi, Hisao Emoto, Ayaho Miyamoto -
Discrete Transportation System’s Availability Problem in Case of Critical Situation Sets2013 / Jacek Mazurkiewicz, Tomasz Walkowiak
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Thermal Impacts of Vertical Greenery Systems2015 / Tabassom Safikhani, Aminatuzuhariah Megat Abdullah, Dilshan Remaz Ossen, Mohammad Baharvand