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Analysis and Design of Timber Box Beams Using Vlasov’s Theory
Abstract: ABSTRACT This study was done to derive/obtain the equation of equilibrium of a timber box beam made up of timber (anisotropic material) by using Vlasov’s theory and principle of minimum potential energy. A comparative analysis of the theoretical results obtained was done by the analysis of timber box beams using the development and the experimental results of the same box beams. The results obtained were found to co-relate even when …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 8–15 Read article
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The Role of Off-Site Construction Technology in Building Construction Industry
Abstract: ABSTRACT The purpose of this study is to display the role of off-site method of construction technology. On this research, descriptive case study method was employed. Both primary and secondary data sources were utilized, in which primary data were collected through personal interview, desk study, questionnaires and field observation and secondary data were collected from different documents and sources. The findings showed that, off-site construction has a great role on …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 16–21 Read article
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Simulation Models for Flexural and Compressive Strength of Concrete Using Waste Glass as Partial Replacement.
Abstract: The research present the usefulness of waste glass in the production of grade 20 concrete using partial replacement levels of 0%, 20%, 40% and 60%, respectively, for coarse glass and fine glass to coarse aggregate and fine sand aggregate. The results obtained indicate that, for the purpose of construction works, 20% replacement should be adopted either for coarse glass or fine glass replacement. Simulation models were established to predict flexural …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Monitoring Fungi Transport Influenced by Heterogeneous Porous Sand Gravel Formation in Coastal Area of Port Harcourt
Abstract: This paper monitors the transport of fungi concentration in sand gravel formation, the formation were observed to develop heterogeneity in porous deposited strata, the migration process of fungi were observed from the simulation values through graphical representation, fluctuation of fungi concentration were experienced on the process of migration in exponential phase, the deposition of micronutrients were found to be under fluctuation in the soil thus affect the growth rate of …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 49–57 Read article
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Strength and Durability Characteristics of Stabilized Compressed Laterite Soil Bricks
Abstract: In this experimental investigation the required numbers of test bricks were moulded for the various percentage proportionate of laterite soil, such as, 91%, 90%, 89%, and 88%, stabilized with various percentage of cement stabilizer viz 4, 5, 6 and 7%, respectively, along with 5% addition of sand constantly; compacted with a hydraulic press paver block and brick making machine. Based on the obtained results laterite soil bricks can be used …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 58–64 Read article
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Predictive Model to Monitor the Rate of Dissolved Nitrogen Influenced by Void Ratio in Silty and Gravel Bed Formation in Coastal Area of Warri Delta State of Nigeria
Abstract: This paper evaluated the rate of dissolved nitrogen in silty and gravel soil formation, the study is to monitor the rate of dissolved nitrogen at different strata to phreatic bed, homogeneous formation were observed to have deposit in the study location, organic soil were insignificant since the formation deposited slight quantity, the predominant formation is homogeneous silty and grave soil strata, the void ratio deposition were at high rate in …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 42–48 Read article
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An Analysis of Effect of Eccentricity on Design of Isolated Footings
Abstract: Footings are frequently exposed to moments from columns in addition to the axial loads. The presence of convinced amount of eccentricity of loading in the footing persuades moment on footing. A cautious consideration has to be given to the presence of eccentricity, while performing the analysis and design of such footings, as an increase in eccentricity beyond certain limit reduces a considerable area of footing ineffective to fight the stresses …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 37–41 Read article
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Analysis and Design of Multi-Storey (G+2) Building
Abstract: The main objective of this research paper is to provide an opportunity to consolidate and update the practical and theoretical knowledge of engineering in the actual field condition and habituate to work in different environment with different people. The cultivation of professional ability for structural engineering students is very important to help them meet the challenges that await them in the fast-changing world. In this Paper we are supposed to …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 27–36 Read article
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Peri-implant Inflammation Defined by the Implant–Abutment Interface
Abstract: An interface of implant-abutment at the alveolar bone crest is allied with sustained peri-implant inflammation; though, whether extent of inflammation is correspondingly reliant on interface position remains unknown. This study compared the distribution and density of inflammatory cells surrounding implants with a supracrestal, crestal, or subcrestal implant-abutment interface. All implants established a parallel pattern of peri-implant inflammation: neutrophilic polymorphonuclear leukocytes (neutrophils) extremely collected at or proximately coronal to the interface. …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 19–26 Read article
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Reuse of Building Material
Abstract: Large quantities of construction and demolition wastes are continuing being generated which are just being dumped in the landfills. This requires large areas of land which is becoming difficult to find. The best solution would be to recycle and reuse the demolished waste which would not only help in protecting the environment but also help in dealing with construction wastes. Therefore, it has a severe difficulty to harvest ecological toxic …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 15–18 Read article
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A Review on Earthquake Resistant Low-Cost Construction Techniques
Abstract: In India various people lives in villages and small houses. Indian people built houses in short income that are more prone to earthquake effects. Due to earthquake, losses of lives are much more there are many techniques to resist earthquake but they are very costly and not used by everyone. There are some useful low-cost techniques to resist earthquake effects. The cost effective with easy construction procedure, there are some …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 5–9 Read article
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Study of the Effect of Water Retarding Concrete Admixtures on the Properties of Concrete
Abstract: Water retarding concrete admixtures and super plasticizer are extensively utilized to recover the structural and mechanical properties of fresh and hardened concrete. These admixtures are more regularly used in pre-stressed concrete, slim components with overfilled and densely filled reinforcement, beams and slabs pre-cast basics and long slender column. In current decades, marvelous success has been attained in the progression of chemical admixtures for Portland cement. Most efforts have concentrated on …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 10–14 Read article
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Self-Healing of Concrete
Abstract: In this research paper detail of self-healing of concrete is specified. Various developments are running to study self-healing mechanisms. In this mechanism bacteria are mixed in concrete that make concrete structures water tight and upsurges durability. The concrete that can hit its own crashes.
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Business Process Re-engineering-Re-Aligning Processes for Market Leadership in Changing Business Environment
Abstract: Business environment of a firm is often characterized by a change and instability due to launches of new products and technologies by rival companies, changes in government policies, and on account of factors related to globalization and shifting consumer preferences. As a result of interaction between these complex factors, business outlook and the existing business models of established companies as well as other upcoming companies are affected. Companies are thus …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 39–59 Read article
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Study on the Effects of Polypropylene Fiber in Concrete Paver Blocks
Abstract: Road transportation is the lifeline of the nation and its development is a crucial concern. The traditional bituminous pavement needs the continuous maintenance and rehabilitation operations, which ultimately leads to the scope for cement concrete pavements. This paper highlights the effects of polypropylene fibers in concrete paver blocks, which is a recent advancement in the field of reinforced concrete pavement design. Concrete paver blocks prepared for M30 grade and the …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 32–38 Read article
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Identifying and Assessing the Usefulness and Validity of 6D and 7D BIM in Construction Practices
Abstract: Building information modeling (BIM) is a unified practice using coordinated and coherent representation software proficiently running in various formats (from 3D to 7D) to perk up overall project management. BIM can be executed ahead of the planning and designing stage of project, covering the complete building life cycle, along with the procedures involved in facility management and sustainability. This paper critically reviews the application of 6D and 7D BIM in …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 22–31 Read article
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Correlation Between CBR Values and Index Properties of Soils
Abstract: Presently India’s infrastructure is growing rapidly. Large number of new urban and lightly trafficked roads are being constructed or planned. The California bearing ratio (CBR) is the well known, common and trustful test currently used in road construction. The CBR values are used by the engineers to design the thickness of pavement layer to be laid on the top of the sub-grade. Laboratory tests like consistency tests, standard proctor test …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 18–21 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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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