Civil engineering topic list of research papers
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Operational modal analysis on a VAWT in a large wind tunnel using stereo vision technique
Abstract This paper is about development and use of a research based stereo vision system for vibration and operational modal analysis on a parked, 1-kW, 3-bladed vertical axis wind turbine (VAWT), tested in a wind tunnel at high wind. Vibrations...
2017 / Nadia Najafi, Uwe Schmidt Paulsen -
Construction and Demolition Waste Recycling Plants Revisited: Management Issues
Abstract Today, recycling of construction and demolition waste (C&DW) by plants is a reasonable alternative to the existing unsustainable disposal methods such as landfilling and fly tipping. Therefore, this study aims to report current...
2017 / Serdar Ulubeyli, Aynur Kazaz, Volkan Arslan -
Analysis and Design of Shear Wall Coupling Beam Using Hybrid Steel Truss Encased in Reinforced Mortar
Abstract Shear wall coupling beam using hybrid steel truss encased in reinforced mortar is proposed in this paper as an alternative method of that conventional reinforced concrete coupling beam. The application of steel truss is to substitute the...
2017 / Nursiah Chairunnisa, Iman Satyarno, Muslikh, Akhmad Aminullah -
A comparative study on optimum insulation thickness of walls and energy savings in equatorial and tropical climate
Abstract The increase outdoor temperature acts directly on the indoor climate of buildings. In Cameroon, the energy consumption demand in the buildings sector has been rapidly increasing in recent years; so well that energy supply does not always...
2017 / Modeste Kameni Nematchoua, Paola Ricciardi, Sigrid Reiter, Andrianaharison Yvon -
Post-buckling Behaviour of Axially FGM Planar Beams and Frames
Abstract Post-buckling analysis of planar beams and frames made of axially Functionally Graded Material (FGM) by using the finite element method is presented. The material property of the beams is assumed to vary linearly along the axis of beam...
2017 / Buntara Sthenly Gan, Trinh Thanh Huong, Nguyen Dinh Kien -
A review of Small Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) advantages as a tool in condition survey works2016 / Mohd Fadzil Mat Yasin, Mohd Azian Zaidi, Mohd Nasrun Mohd Nawi
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ETA Tests and Design of HPKM Column Shoe Connections
Abstract In Europe interest and relevance of CE marking of construction products stood up at the beginning of the 21st century. ETA approval was the only solution for innovative products such as Column Shoes to get user right of CE marking with...
2017 / Jorma Kinnunen -
The Role of Ferry and Ro-Ro Shipping in Sustainable Development of Transport2015 / Izabela Kotowska
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Decision Making in Construction Management: AHP and Expert Choice Approach
Abstract The term and content of construction project management are outlined in this article. The main problems of construction management were identified and possibilities to solve them are discussed. The model for decision making in construction...
2017 / Seyit Ali Erdogan, Jonas Šaparauskas, Zenonas Turskis -
Bow hull-form optimization in waves of a 66,000 DWT bulk carrier2017 / Jin-Won Yu, Cheol-Min Lee, Inwon Lee, Jung-Eun Choi
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Granular Column Collapse of Wet Sand
Abstract It is well known that partial saturation enhances the mechanical behaviour of sand. Whilst its influence at small deformation has been largely discussed in the literature, its influence at large deformation remains largely unexplored. This...
2017 / Elliot J. Fern, Kenichi Soga -
Evaluation of Building Retrofitting Alternatives from Sustainability Perspective
Abstract Buildings primarily provide shelter and acceptable comfort for its intended occupiers and they should also provide adequate protection in case of hazards. Unfortunately, in case of seismic events it is observed that in many cases...
2017 / Ertugrul Turker Uzun, Mutlu Secer -
Fatigue Life Comparison of Recycled Cold Mixes with Foamed Bitumen and with Bitumen Emulsion
Abstract The paper presents the results from the fatigue tests of recycled bases containing foamed bitumen and bitumen emulsion. The amount of bitumen used in both cases was 3% and 5%. For the production of the bitumen emulsion and foamed bitumen,...
2017 / Przemysław Buczyński, Marek Iwański -
Numerical Analysis on the Collapse of a RC Frame2017 / George Bogdan Nica, Florin Pavel
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Effect of speed hump characteristics on pavement condition
Abstract Speed humps are the most common type of traffic calming devices due to their low cost and easy installation. However, in many Egyptian roads, considerable number of these humps is randomly placed without proper engineering studies and...
2017 / Talaat Ali Abdel-Wahed, Ibrahim Hassan Hashim -
Analysis of IT-CY Stiffness Modulus of Foamed Bitumen Asphalt Concrete Compacted at 95°C
Abstract This study is to compare the results of temperature sensitivity tests of foamed bitumen asphalt concrete (AC 8) compacted at 95°C with that of the reference mixture compacted at the conventional temperature of 140°C. The tests and...
2017 / Anna Chomicz-Kowalska, Władysław Gardziejczyk, Mateusz M. Iwański -
Analysis and Design of Reinforced Concrete Beam-column Joint Using King Cross Steel Profile
Abstract The limitation or the neglecting of concrete role in resisting the shear stress causes the need of high amount of steel bars reinforcement in beam-column joints. This will cause problem if the steel bars reinforcement congestion occurs...
2017 / Rahmani Kadarningsih, Iman Satyarno, Muslikh, Andreas Triwiyono -
Analysis of the Adoption Rate of Building Information Modeling [BIM] and its Return on Investment [ROI]
Abstract In an effort to remedy the issue of stagnant labor productivity in the construction industry, Building Information Modeling was proposed in the late 80's as a new solution for streamlining the design and delivery process of construction...
2017 / Dariusz Walasek, Arkadiusz Barszcz -
A Proactive Event-driven Decision Model for Joint Equipment Predictive Maintenance and Spare Parts Inventory Optimization
Abstract Manufacturing operations can take substantial advantage of the proactivity concept by utilising event-driven information systems, able to process the sensor data and to provide proactive recommendations. Despite the recent advances in...
2017 / Alexandros Bousdekis, Nikos Papageorgiou, Babis Magoutas, Dimitris Apostolou, Gregoris Mentzas -
Static And Dynamic Characteristics Of Waste Ceramic Aggregate Fibre Reinforced Concrete2016 / Krzysztof Cichocki, Jacek Domski, Jacek Katzer, Mariusz Ruchwa