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Statistical Analysis of Self-Compacting Concrete Impregnated with Coir Fiber
Abstract: Concrete is the construction material widely used throughout the world. Construction materials used in the industry should be friendly with the environment during its usage. Self-compacting concrete (SCC) is an innovative concrete that does not require vibration for placing and compaction. It is able to flow under its own weight, completely filling formwork and achieving full compaction, ev+ en in the presence of congested reinforcement. The hardened concrete is dense, …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 39–49 Read article
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A New Model for Prediction of Wellbore Stability Using the Three Dimensional Hoek–Brown Failure Criterion
Abstract: Wellbore stability is one of the crucial issues in oil and gas industries. The issues related to instability of wells, impose significant unwanted costs on drilling operation.The objective of this paper is to present the 3D-wellbore stability prediction models for vertical wellbores. The three dimensional Hoek–Brown strength criterion developed by Zhang and Zhu conjunction with linear poroelastic constitutive model is utilized to develop the models. This models leads to easily …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 10–15 Read article
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Application of High Speed Videography and Digital Image Processing Software to Assess Performance of Blasts In Opencast Mines: A Case Study
Abstract: Rock mass can be fragmented by the process of blasting in which a known volume of the yield is obtained by using a calculated quantity of explosive. The explosive selected for blasting depends on factors like rock mass parameters, blasting economics and blast design. Assessment of the performance of a given blast is essential in the larger economics of the mining project. A study was conducted to know the blast …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Performance of Metakaolin and GGBS-induced Geopolymer Concrete Under Compression
Abstract: Metakaolin and ground granulated blast furnace slag (GGBS) were used as the source materials to obtain the high strength geopolymer concrete. NaOH and sodium silicate were used as alkaline activators with varying NaOH molarities of 8M, 12M, 14M and 16M. Cubes of size (100x100x100) mm were cast and the four geopolymer mixes were heat cured for varying durations of 24 hours, 48 hours and 72 hours and tested for compressive …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 31–38 Read article
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No Fine Concrete
Abstract: No-fine concrete has been in use in many countries over more than a century. Its higher porosity helps in percolating rain water directly to ground and thereby helps in recharging groundwater aquifer. In this study, 3 batches of no-fine concrete each with two different sizes of aggregate were prepared to find the mix that generated high compressive strength and study the effect of percentage of fine aggregate on the compressive …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 18–30 Read article
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Improving Durability of Asphalt Pavement Wearing Course Submerged in Water Using Candle Wax as Water Proofing Agent: An Assessment Using RSI, FDI and SDI
Abstract: Asphalt pavements are designed and constructed to meet mostly stability and durability requirements during its design life. However, durability of asphalt pavements also heavily depends on other physical parameters as good drainage facility apart from having good material mix and structural designs. In the wake of asphalt pavements not supported by good drainage measures it is very likely that these pavements will fail sooner than later. On this basis, the …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Effect of Opening Shapes and Sizes on the Gravity Dam
Abstract: Design of gravity dams is an important issue in dam engineering. Opening in the dam plays a vital role in the failure of the gravity dam. In the present work finite element analysis of the gravity dam for different opening shapes and sizes are studied. Koyna dam is considered for the analysis. Study of stress concentration and deformation generated in the dam is conducted in the present work. Two different …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Stabilization of Landslide Affected Soil Using Silica Fume Glass Fiber Powder and Sodium Silicate
Abstract: Highly swelling soils are present in many parts of Tamil Nadu and they are highly problematic in utilizing for the structural purpose. Numerous studies were conducted using several materials for stabilizing them; through literature study it’s found that a single material such as lime or cement is not suitable for stabilizing the concerned soil owing to several bottlenecks. In this study we had made an elaborate attempt to utilize manufactured …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 9–17 Read article
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Thermal Effects on Elastic and Rigidity Modulus of Flexible Pavement Wearing Course
Abstract: Laboratory investigation of flexible pavement was carried out using asphalt concrete samples to simulate the behaviour of actual field conditions of a flexible pavement. The study was carried out in order to ascertain the changes that will result in the elastic and rigidity (shear) modulus of flexible pavement when subjected to increasing temperature conditions (thermal effect). The study became pertinent because mechanistic design of flexible pavement requires as input the …
Published in International Journal of Transportation Engineering and Traffic System · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Utilization of Waste Plastics as a Fiber in Concrete
Abstract: The rapid urbanization and industrialization all over the world has resulted in large deposition of plastic waste. Disposal of plastic waste in an environment is considered to be big hazard due to its very low biodegradability and presence in large quantities. In order to minimize the problem, the proposed concrete which is made by adding plastics in concrete may help to reuse the plastics and to study the properties of …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 56–60 Read article
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Design of a Three-Storeyed R.C. Frame Building
Abstract: In this project, we are going to plan, analyze and design a three storey multistoreyed building. The multi-purpose building includes a market place on the ground floor, a bank and post office on the first and a residential complex on the third. The site was identified and a suitable plan was prepared. All the necessary assumptions are made, and then the load calculation is done. The Frame is analyzed using …
Published in International Journal of Transportation Engineering and Traffic System · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 46–91 Read article
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Role of Technology and Innovation in Economic Development – A Review of Major Global Trends
Abstract: The present study has made an attempt to identify major global trends and parameters, which have led to tremendous economic and business growth in the US and a few more progressive EU28 (European Union) countries, besides Japan, China, and other emerging economies. The macrolevel approach has been adopted in collection and analysis of secondary data and information, by referring to the specialized reports of many reputed international and national organizations. …
Published in International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 77–100 Read article
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Planning Analysis and Design of Commercial Building Using STAAD Pro and Other Softwares
Abstract: The AIM of our project is to design the commercial Apartment (Ground+5 floors) by taking considerations to Indian Standard codes. The design of this commercial building can be done manually or with the help of Software such Staad pro, Struds, Etabs, Tekla structural designer Fespa IS, SAP, SAFE, etc. We have chosen to do our project with the Staad pro Software because designing the structure manually consumes lot of time …
Published in International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 67–76 Read article
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Recent Trends in Smart Transportation System: A Review
Abstract: To manage the increasing traffic is a major problem all over the world. Intelligent transportation system (ITS) offers solution to these problems with the help of various new technologies. ITS is an integrated system that implements a wide range of communication, control, vehicle sensing and electronics technologies to explain and manage various traffic problems. ITS is being used in the developed countries since past two decades, but it is still …
Published in International Journal of Transportation Engineering and Traffic System · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 39–45 Read article
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Analysis of Box Culvert with Different Aspect Ratio
Abstract: Box culverts are the default buried structure type, where pipe solutions are not suitable. Their larger openings are often required to provide adequate hydraulic capacity. Box culverts are also frequently used for pedestrian or cattle underpasses. The reinforcement used in concrete box culverts can be either conventional bar reinforcement or welded wire fabric. Welded wire fabric has yield strength slightly larger than conventional bar reinforcement. Standard designs for precast concrete …
Published in International Journal of Transportation Engineering and Traffic System · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 32–38 Read article
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Cyclic Loading Over “Stress Behaviour of High Strength Fibre (Steel and Glass) Reinforced Concrete
Abstract: Construction spectrum is growing as it has never been before; there is always something under new construction. It is thus very much important to use updated materials in construction to improve usability, workability and durability, along with the increase in characteristic strengths of material with respect to high rise structures specially. Concrete is one such material obtained from mixing of various materials. Concrete is good at compressive strength but shows …
Published in International Journal of Transportation Engineering and Traffic System · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 17–31 Read article
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Design of Multistoryed Building Using STAAD Pro
Abstract: The chief aim of the current project is to analyze and design a multi-storeyed building [G +5 (3d frame)] using STAAD ProV8i. The design deals with the calculation of the load manually and analysis of the structure is done by STAAD Pro software. The method of design used by STAAD pro as per Indian code is Limit State Design. STAAD.Pro features a state-of-the-art user interface, visualization tools, with advanced finite …
Published in International Journal of Transportation Engineering and Traffic System · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 7–16 Read article
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A Study on Mechanical Properties and Fracture Behavior of Chopped Fiber Reinforced Self-Compacting Concrete
Abstract: The development of self-compacting concrete (SCC) is innovatory landmark in the history of construction industry resulting in predominant usage of SCC worldwide nowadays. It has many advantages over normal concrete in terms of enhancement in productivity, reduction in labor and overall cost, excellent finished product with excellent mechanical response and durability. Further, incorporation of fibers enhances its properties specially related to post crack behavior of SCC. Hence, the aim of …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 90–122 Read article
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Economical Size of Over Head Tanks by Height/Diameter Ratio
Abstract: Storage reservoirs and overhead tanks are used for the storage of various products like water, liquid petroleum, petroleum products and similar liquids. The force analysis of the reservoirs or tanks is about the same irrespective of the chemical nature of the product, unless the product is corrosive. For a very high value of H/D, cost of OHT is higher as width of vertical increases due to hoops stress. Similarly, for …
Published in International Journal of Water Resources Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 55–59 Read article
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Earthquake Resistant Design of an Intze Type RCC Overhead Tank
Abstract: It is well recognised that liquid storage tanks possess low ductility and energy absorbing capacity compared to conventional building. Accordingly, various design codes and guidelines provide higher level of design seismic forces for tanks. In this design principle for Intze type water tank, provisions from working stress method for static analysis and IITKGSDMA guidelines for dynamic analysis have been incorporated. Intze type water tank is used for high capacity storage …
Published in International Journal of Water Resources Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 34–55 Read article