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Novel Approaches to Thermodynamic Optimization in Industrial Processes
Abstract: Thermodynamic optimization in industrial processes stands as a pivotal pursuit in enhancing efficiency, sustainability, and economic viability. Traditional methodologies have primarily focused on established principles, yet the escalating demands for resource conservation and emissions reduction necessitate innovative strategies. This abstract presents a compendium of novel approaches aimed at revolutionizing thermodynamic optimization in industrial settings. Firstly, the incorporation of advanced machine learning algorithms unveils unprecedented opportunities for predictive modeling and real-time …
Published in International journal of Thermodynamics and Chemical Kinetics · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 20–25 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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Terrace Garden - Alternative for Passive Cooling
Abstract: Rising development of concrete jungles has questioned the sustainability and ecological aspect of many cities and even countries. The paper bridges the gap on how a single green element – a terrace garden helps in dealing with this crisis and harness the concept of sustainability. Urban greenery and urban landscaping, is a growing trend and using these terraces as an aesthetic aid is one of the wide range benefits it …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 9–29 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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Optimization of Compressive Strength of Snail Shell Ash Blended Cement Concrete
Abstract: In this paper, a mathematical model is developed to optimize the compressive strength and the corresponding values of the mixture proportions of snail shell ash blended cement concrete using Scheffe’s regression method.A computer program written in qbasic language was invoked to quicken the selection of the cheapest mix ratios and the corresponding value of compressive strength of concrete. The mix ratio that optimized the compressive strength was found to be …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 29–37 Read article
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Comparison between FIDIC and NECForm for Turnkey Mode of Contracting
Abstract: Various contractual forms have been used in India to execute large infrastructure projects. These forms carry risk on account of the clauses unknown, complexity of understanding and the legality of language. Amongst the various existing forms most international projects In India are executed using the FIDIC or NEC form of contract. This work tries to analyse both these forms of contracts for turnkey mode of contracting and elaborate on the …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 14–22 Read article
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Study of Durability Properties of Bagasse Ash Concrete and Its Behaviour when Exposed to Elevated Temperatures
Abstract: The major driver for the economic growth and social progress of any country is its construction sector. In India, it is estimated that construction contributes 8% to 9% to GDP and this share is likely to increase in coming years. High-performance concrete made from ordinary Portland cement (OPC) and various supplementary cementitious materials (SCM) are alarmingly finding their use in construction worldwide. Bagasse ash (BA), one such SCM, the agro-industrial …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 51–62 Read article
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Evaluation of Green Rating System for Building
Abstract: Civil Industry is a rapidly growing industry in this is due to the country's huge economic, social, and infrastructural development. This development of the construction industry leads to a negative impact on the environment and harms human beings. Hence, to reduce this the concept of ‘Green Building Technology is put forward in recent years. Green Building Technology is a rating system adopted worldwide which provides unique guidelines to make construction …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 39–45 Read article
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Study on Partial Replacement of Cement by Bagasse Ash in Cement Concrete
Abstract: Today, researchers all over the world are trying to utilize agricultural wastes like corncob ash, rice husk ash, bagasse ash as a partial replacement of cement, thereby reducing cement production and greenhouse gases emissions. Sugarcane bagasse is a fibrous waste product of sugarcane refining industry and being disposed to open landfills causing serious environmental impacts. In this study, Bagasse ash was partially replaced in the ratio of 0%, 5%, 10%, …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 29–35 Read article
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Mechanical Behavior of Fly Ash Concrete A Critical Review
Abstract: Concrete structure is the most common all over the world. Cement is the major ingredient of concrete. Though the raw materials needed for manufacture of cement are available in most parts of the world, many countries have severe shortage of cement, although their needs are vast. The search for suitable substitute for cement, either partially or fully, has thus become a challenge for planning the development of many of the …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 29–43 Read article
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Application of Fly Ash and Lime as Partial Replacement of Cement in Concrete
Abstract: Concrete as a construction material plays a significant role in infrastructures development in the world. The main constituents of concrete are cement, fine aggregate, coarse aggregate, and water. Production of cement has been emitting a huge amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. Hence causing environmental pollution. Amount of fly ash generation has been increasing day by day which has also been damaging the environment in the form air, water …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 41–45 Read article
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Exploring the Integration of Recycled Waste Materials in Concrete: A Comprehensive Overview
Abstract: The utilization of recycled materials from construction sites has experienced a notable increase in recent times, driven by the principle of efficient resource usage established by the International Council of Building in 1994. Recycled materials, including recycled concrete aggregate or brick aggregate sourced from construction and demolition waste, waste glass from municipal waste or recycled sources, and gypsum from gypsum boards, are being increasingly employed as substitutes for primary raw …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 26–34 Read article
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Climate Change – Causal Factors and Impacts with Special Reference to India
Abstract: The change of climate during the last few decades have witnessed frequent floods, droughts, loss of agriculture yield, effect on water resource, food security, rise in sea levels, impact on coastal areas, biodiversity and ecological changes and occurrence of cyclones resulting into significant damage to life and health, property, land, agriculture, and economy. Climate change in earlier times were predominantly on account of natural factors due to changes in Earth’s …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 10–20 Read article
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Optimization of Compressive Strength of Segmental Interlocking Stones
Abstract: The failure of most segmental interlocking stones used as pavement materials is traceable to lack of knowledge of the mix ratios that would optimize the compressive strength of the end products. In this study, the compressive strength was optimized based on Scheffe’s simplex lattice approach. The reliability of model developed was investigated using F-statistic and was found to be adequate. A computer program written in basic language was used to …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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A REVIEW ON THE VARIOUS TYPES OF SOIL CONTAMINATION WITH REMEDIATION
Abstract: The paper deals about the plethora of soil contamination by the industrial activities or accidental leakage. Several contaminations of soils have been included in the paper and suggested remediation methods for the remediation of contaminated soil is also discussed in the paper. Rise of population growth leads to large amount of demand, which affects the industrial growth. The re use of waste or any other surplus additives and bio-surfactants for …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 30–37 Read article
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Development of Computer Program for Structural analysis of Flexible Pavement
Abstract: Abstract The main objective of this study is evaluating the distresses (rutting and fatigue) happened in the pavement and determines the effect of several parameters on pavement. This study includes two steps, First experimental work to compute stiffness, rutting parameters and fatigue parameters of three asphaltic layers. Second, was a computer program developed by visual basic languish to evaluating the sensitivity of several parameters (resilient modulus, thickness of layer) on …
Published in International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 30–38 Read article
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Static Analysis of Precast Concrete Piles using Resonance Moment–Displacement Method
Abstract: This paper presents the results of static analysis of circular precast single piles from critical buckling load by resonance moment-displacement approach. The circular precast single piles of different support conditions; pinned-pinned, fixed-fixed, and fixed-pinned were investigated. The critical buckling load was evaluated as the resonance moment-total deflection ratio. A computer program coded in basic language was invoked to carry out a composite analysis of single piles from critical buckling load …
Published in International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 52–61 Read article
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PREDICTION OF RECYCLED CONCRETE AGGREGATE SELF COMPACTING CONCRETE COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH USING MATHEMATICAL MODEL
Abstract: Sustainable Development aims at improving the standard of life without compromising the environmental qualities and for future needs. These objectives can be achieved through recycling of construction/demolished waste. In Past, land filling of Construction and Demolished waste materials was the general solution. As raw Construction Material Charges have risen dramatically, we have to look for alternative solutions and methods, such as recycling of demolished waste. Recycled Aggregate Concrete not only …
Published in International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 34–43 Read article
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Prediction of Circular Frequency of Precast Concrete Piles with Distributed Mass by Resonance Moment–Displacement Approach
Abstract: This paper presents the results of circular natural frequency of single piles from critical buckling load by resonance moment-displacement approach. The support end conditions considered are pinned-pinned, fixed-fixed, and fixed-pinned respectively. It was assumed that resonance moment occurs when the bending moment diagram is made equal to zero at the supports while the resonance displacement is the sum total deflections resulting from the system reduction to an equivalent pinned-pinned system. …
Published in International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 55–61 Read article
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Preparation of Layout and Estimation of Sports Complex using Autodesk AutoCAD and Microsoft Excel Software: Review
Abstract: Sports, recreational activities are now widely accepted as fundamental elements of a good life. As sports being an important aspect of social life of human being, it brings in health and fitness followed by entertainment and social gatherings. In the process of development of infrastructure required for the betterment of sports in the society, the availability of sports complexes and sports ground becomes essential. A well designed infrastructure of a …
Published in International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 19–25 Read article