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Design and Innovations in Transportation Systems for ‘Make in India’
Abstract: Increasing demand for passenger and freight transport in urban areas is a challenge for governments and transport authorities in India. Energy use, space use, road safety, air quality and noise pollution are a few of the road transport–related issues that Indian cities have to cope with. Every day, our mayors and councillors are concerned about finding solutions to urban transport problems that do not slow down the local economy but …
Published in International Journal of Transportation Engineering and Traffic System · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Isolation Technique in Bridge, Building
Abstract: Seismic Isolation is simple structural design approach to mitigate or reduce earthquake damage potential. It is easiest to see the principle at work by referring directly to the most widely used of these advanced techniques, known as ‘Base Isolation’. A base isolated structure is supported by a series of bearing pads, which are placed between the buildings and building foundation. Base isolation has now been used in numerous building in …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Energy Conservation in Building Construction
Abstract: Energy is the ability to do work. Energy intensity is a measure of the energy efficiency of a nation’s economy and is calculated as units of energy per unit of Gross Domestic Product. There are different forms of energy like chemical, mechanical, electrical, thermal, magnetic, nuclear, etc. Most commonly, we use energy in the form of electrical energy. Generally energy is produced from fossil fuels but their resources are limited. …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 20–22 Read article
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Review Insight: Water Resources Engineering
Abstract: Hydrology and Water Resources Hydrology is the investigation of the development, conveyance, and nature of water all through earth, and along these lines addresses both the hydrologic cycle and water assets. Estimation is major for evaluating water assets. Research in this field gives a superior comprehension of the procedures included in the hydrologic cycle, and understanding for natural building, strategy and arranging. Especially imperative for the division are our exploration …
Published in International Journal of Water Resources Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 1–3 Read article
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Climate Change-Implications for Agriculture and Food Security
Abstract: Abstract The warning signs of global warming have appeared everywhere, right from increased concentration of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, to increasing temperatures, and occurrence of extreme events like droughts, floods, intense rains, and cyclones, besides melting of glaciers and rise in sea levels. The objectives of this paper are to present likely scenarios, risks to agriculture, food security and livelihoods arising out of climate change in coming few decades. …
Published in International Journal of Water Resources Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 4–32 Read article
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Identifying the Public Transport Improvement Policies from Attitudes of Car, Motorcycle and Public Transport Users in Lahore: A Qualitative Study
Abstract: This paper aims to understand attitudes of different modes users and identify the public transport improvement policies from those attitudes for Lahore city. The underlying factors were identified for the use of private car and motorcycle and public transport through in-depth interviews with selected users of each mode. The results of interviews depict that flexibility and freedom in travelling, status symbol, individual’s privacy, coupling and situational constraints, gender and culture …
Published in International Journal of Transportation Engineering and Traffic System · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 36–49 Read article
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Evaluation of Rutting Susceptibility of Bituminous Mixes Using Finite Element Modeling
Abstract: Pavement performance mainly depends on the quality of bituminous mixes. Poor bituminous mixes cause premature failures such as rutting or permanent deformation, cracking, bleeding etc. The design of bituminous mixes should contain certain criteria to prevent premature failures. The mixes designed based on these criteria are generally known as performance based mix design and are gaining popularity in the recent times. Among various types of pavement failures, permanent deformation or …
Published in International Journal of Transportation Engineering and Traffic System · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 50–54 Read article
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Innovation Management-An Integrated Approach To Business Modelling
Abstract: The present study gives a detailed account of distinction between invention and innovation, and analyses how an invention can turn into innovation, and lead to development of a new innovative product for a business organization which can generate revenues, incomes and employment. While invention is about something new, innovation refers to the use of an idea for developing a new product, or service. Although invention generates new ideas, prototypes and …
Published in International Journal of Transportation Engineering and Traffic System · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 22–35 Read article
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Modeling the Shape of Compaction Curve for Asphalt Stabilized Soil
Abstract: The knowledge and modeling of the exact shape of the laboratory compaction curve provides a means for a good understanding of the susceptibility of soil to water. The models provide effective means for quantifying the sensitivity of the compaction process to the various factors affecting the process. The basic mathematical description of soil compaction is the relationship between molding moisture and the dry density. Two types of soil and three …
Published in International Journal of Transportation Engineering and Traffic System · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 10–21 Read article
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Visual Assessment of Pavement Surface Condition for Baghdad International Airport
Abstract: Abstract In the process of developing the infrastructure of Baghdad international airport, visual assessment was undertaken to evaluate the concrete pavement surface condition. The walk through technique was implemented, all types of pavement distresses have been detected visually and captured with camera of high resolution. It was observed that the block and fatigue cracking of pavement surface was concentrated at the threshold part (touch down zone) of the runway, while …
Published in International Journal of Transportation Engineering and Traffic System · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Development of a Methodology for Evaluation of Comparative Performance of Alternate Public Transport System in Indian Cities
Abstract: Abstract The development of methodologies for comparative performance evaluation of public transport system is a research field that continues to grow since the need to improve the performance of public transport system is higher as compared to the previous years. The major reasons for evaluating the comparative performance of public transport system are to control operating and travelling cost, impact of systems in a city and justify the alteration in …
Published in International Journal of Transportation Engineering and Traffic System · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 40–50 Read article
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Effect of Binder Type, Binder Content, Aggregate Gradation, Temperature and Air Voids on Rutting Susceptibility of Bituminous Mixes
Abstract: Abstract This paper presents an experimental investigation carried out to evaluate the rutting susceptibility of bituminous mixes. The effect of binder type and content, aggregate gradation and temperature are evaluated by means of a wheel tracking test. Two conventional VG 30 and VG 40 binders and one SBS polymer modified binder PMB 40 are used. Three types of aggregate gradations for bituminous concrete (BC), a dense graded mix commonly used …
Published in International Journal of Transportation Engineering and Traffic System · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 31–39 Read article
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Management of Technology –Theory and Practice
Abstract: Successful companies often link engineering, science, and management disciplines to develop and enhance their technological capabilities to achieve their strategic objectives besides giving competitive advantage to themselves on the basis of proprietary knowledge and know-how. As a result, they are making judicious use of technologies in launching their products in the market. This study is based on the theory of technological change process, which was developed by the ideas of …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 34–46 Read article
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Analysis of Flat Slab by MATLAB Coding
Abstract: A reinforced concrete slab supported by columns with, or without drop is called as flat slab. The columns for flat slab provided with, or without column heads. Flat slab is a universal structural component widely used in construction now-a-days. Flat slab requires minimum depth as compared to other slab, hence saving in material cost, speedy construction and it allows flexible column grids. MATLAB programming helps in high-performance numerical computation and …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 47–53 Read article
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Analysis of various thicknesses of Shear Wall with Opening and without Opening and their Percentage Reinforcement
Abstract: Due to increase in population spacing in India is needed, especially in urban areas. Structural engineers in the seismic regions across the world often face the pressure to design high rise buildings with stiffness irregularities, even though they know these buildings are vulnerable under seismic loading. Today’s tall buildings are becoming more and more slender, leading to the possibility of more sway in comparison with earlier high rise buildings. Improving …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 27–33 Read article
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Evaluation of Manpower Training and Development in Nigeria Construction Industry
Abstract: Abstract Lack of technical and managerial skill is often identified as one of the major problem facing construction industry in developing countries resulting in poor competitiveness with their developed and industrialized counterparts. Research had shown that building failure is not only caused as result of inefficient design, lack of standard materials, but also due to lack of skilled labour in the construction project. This research evaluate manpower training and development …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 13–26 Read article
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Installation of a Small Scale Rain Water Harvesting System
Abstract: Roof top rain water harvesting is receiving an increased attention worldwide as an alternative source of water. The present study has been undertaken to assess the potential of roof top rain water harvesting technique from a part of the large auditorium constructed in Orissa Engineering College Campus who’s a small part has been used. Water collected on the roof has been diverted through the drainage path channelized through chlorinated poly …
Published in International Journal of Water Resources Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 25–37 Read article
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Experimental Study and Determination of Water Quality Index of Daya River
Abstract: The present study on spatio-temporal variation and water quality evaluation in river Daya was carried out along its course in nearby Bhubaneswar city of Odisha along the east coast of India, to evaluate the pollution status and variation in physico-chemical parameters of water at eleven different sites. Taking note on the degradation of water quality in Daya river, research was under taken to study the Water Quality index as per …
Published in International Journal of Water Resources Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 16–24 Read article
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Review article: Worthwhile Safeguard of Soil in India – A Need for Future Juveniles
Abstract: Soil is a mixture formed by a porous matrix, which consists of air, water and biota and its severe degradation is a major concern that depends on several factors. Soil problems are due to diversity, water problems, distribution and specific vulnerability of soils. They also depend on geography, relief and climate. In India soil conditions are degraded and are even further worsen by human behavior. Soil is a major part …
Published in International Journal of Water Resources Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 12–15 Read article
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Water Pollution—General Aspects with Special Reference to Effluent Reclamation and Reuse
Abstract: Water is an essential commodity which has assumed greatest importance world over with the increase in domestic, industrial and agriculture demand. Some of the states in India are highly water scarce but most of them facing the significant problems of water pollution resulting into alarming propositions on both the fronts, namely, qualitative and quantitative. The state of Rajasthan is highly water scarce and facing severe water pollution problems on account …
Published in International Journal of Water Resources Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 3–11 Read article