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Sustainable Management of Construction Claims; Types, Causes and Settlements
Abstract: Abstract Claims are considered as the most disruptive and unpleasant events for most of construction projects as of their impacts on project performance and objectives. The study in this paper was directed to identify the current claims types in construction projects in Jordan, and then identify the causes of each type related to project stakeholders (owner, consulting engineer, contractor and others). The research is then conducted to determine the current …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 1–13 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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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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Retrofitting of Existing Building by Concrete Jacketing
Abstract: Seismic Retrofitting is engineered mitigation techniques for structural engineers. It is defined as the modification of existing structures to make them more resistant to seismic activity, ground motion or soil failures due to earthquakes. It is generally required for earthquake damaged and vulnerable buildings with no exposure to severe earthquakes. Retrofit enhances the structural capabilities of the building. In present time, there are many local and global retrofit techniques in …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 49–84 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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Implementation of Airport Construction Management
Abstract: In this article, Micro PAVER is used to analyze present condition of Neil Armstrong airport facilities. It also predicts the future condition and develop ways for pavement maintenance based on available funds and conditions. The airport infrastructure system is divided into several networks, branches, sections, sample units and the types, severity of distresses are identified for those units. Weather, traffic and maintenance are considered to develop prediction model for pavement …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 64–75 Read article
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The Financial Implication of Weather Condition as a Determinant of On-Site Productivity and Contract Duration
Abstract: The effects of weather conditions on construction projects is an identifiable one as inclement weather can cause a lot of upset in works being executed, particularly in substructure and the wet trades such as concrete works. A cold dry weather harsh weather as in the case of the harmattan period causes drying out before concrete sets. Wet weather such as those experienced during the rainy seasons, which in the Niger …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 6–14 Read article
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Smog Eating Structure
Abstract: Air quality has deteriaoted significantly over the past two decades, today pollution is one of the largest risk factors contributing to the disease’s burden, Air pollution affects individual health of citizens, increases mortality and morbidity rates and contributes in climate changes. So, in this paper we have used titanium-dioxide-infused concrete, which can remove smog from air when exposed to sunlight and ultraviolet lights. This technology is based on particles of …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 15–20 Read article
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Life Cycle Cost Analysis and Designing
Abstract: Within creasing population in rapidly developing smart cities, sewage treatment has become necessary for treating sewage before disposing git off in water body as it can cause harm to human and aquatic life. Different sewage treatment methods are being used and a comparative study is done of Up-flow Anaerobic Sludge Blanket (UASB) process, Activated Sludge Process (ASP), Sequence Batching Reactor (SBR), Membrane Bioreactor (MBR). Life Cycle Cost Analysis (LCCA) is …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 29–35 Read article
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Understanding knowledge risks in Construction Organizations: Focus towards conceptual framework
Abstract: Managing knowledge by only considering it as a strategic asset is insufficient for understanding it and making well-informed decisions. And yet, knowledge risks and their management are still very little known. To fill the gap, this paper analyses the concept of knowledge as a risk or liability and creates a conceptual framework for understanding knowledge risks inside construction organizations. Balancing the depth and coverage of knowledge risks, theoretical results, and …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 1–16 Read article
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A Review on Old Building Environment and Indoor Microbials
Abstract: People naturally want to comprehend their surroundings. Today, developed nations spend over 90% of their populations indoors, mostly in structures and environments constructed, controlled, and planned by humans. Since individuals go from their homes to their employment, germs are continuous with and around them. Indoor microorganisms cohabit with outside soil and water bacteria. It is commonly found in animals, plants, rodents, and water tracked indoors on shoes and breathed in. …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Projects in Accelerated Conditions
Abstract: The work aims in identifying the causes of delay in construction projects and the acceleration techniques adopted to overcome them. Questionnaire survey with experts from industry was used for generation of data and analyzed using Relative Importance Index and Spearmen’s Rank Correlation Coefficient test. On analyses it was noticed that project complexity, labour challenges and resequencing of activities are the main barriers impacting the timeline for construction projects. Various acceleration …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 46–56 Read article
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Effect of variation of Elevated Temperature on Compressive Strength of Metakolin concrete
Abstract: It has been found that high early temperature has negative impacts on later compressive strength of concrete. Some researchers investigated the adverse effect on long term strength of concrete due to high initial temperature. The effect of temperature on different properties of concrete is considerable and remained the subject of research activities of a lot of researchers. Different investigators moved in different ways and investigated temperature effect by changing different …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 9–16 Read article
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Effect of Colloidal Nanosilica on High Strength Rice Husk Ash Concrete
Abstract: Nowadays, supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs) are used in concrete because it reduces CO2 emission during. The husks, which are production of cement, reduces cement contents, improve workability, increase strength and enhance durability. Pozzolanic reaction takes place when siliceous or aluminous material comes in contact with calcium hydroxide in the presence of moisture to form compounds possessing cementitious properties approximately 50 percent cellulose, 30 percent lignin and 20 percent silica, are …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 33–43 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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A Technical Analysis of Fly Ash Concrete for Compressive Strength
Abstract: Fly ash is a waste produced by thermal power plants and used as a supplementary cementitious material (SCM) in the production of Portland cement concrete. A supplementary cementitious material, when used in combination with Portland cement, pays to the properties of the hardened concrete through hydraulic or pozzolanic activity, or both. At present fly ash, is a big environmental concern and issues. The analysis presented in this paper is carried …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 21–24 Read article
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Review Study on re-strengthening of reinforced concrete circular column using steel strips
Abstract: This technique fixes thin steel plates i.e. steel encasement or tie plates i.e. steel cage around the column with steel angles at each corner, clamped to the concrete and welded together. Adequate tightening of the jackets can be ensured by means of heat tensioning. The use of steel jackets can enhance the shear strength of columns considerably. However, due to their low flexural stiffness they typically have poor confinement efficiency …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Experimental Investigation on the Properties of Concrete Replacing Waste Plastic as Aggregates for Solving Waste Management Problem
Abstract: Solid waste management is one of the growing problems of every country. As part of this ongoing program to consider the growing waste management, pollution problem, and prevention framework in India, the Ministry of Environment has suggested various approaches and ways through which we can either recycle or use the most polluting materials like plastic. The present study covers one of the ways through which to recycle one of the …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 17–25 Read article
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A Case Study of the Krishna Bhir Slope Failure Disaster: Past and Present Scenario at a Glance
Abstract: The massive landslide disaster of Krishna bhir has been infamous for its dreadful consequences. This huge landslide in the region led to serious socio-economic and environmental disorders in the vicinity of the region, whose negative impacts were reflected soon in the capital city. In addition to the feeble geology, the blasting and drilling activities, rampant deforestation, heavy monsoon rain and the poor drainage are the engenders for weakening the natural …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 21–30 Read article
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Development of Attenuation Relationships for Underground Blasts: Different Equations
Abstract: Blasting operation becomes essential for excavation in weathered and hard rock strata for construction and mining activities. The Indian Standard and industrial practice of establishing the site specific attenuation relationship recommend Power form of relationship between the PPV the scaled distance with an exponent of 2/3 (IS) and 1/2 (industrial practice). In this paper, three different equation forms and five different exponents were explored for modelling the aforementioned relationship for …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 8–16 Read article