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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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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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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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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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Review on the Performance of Fibre and Industrial Slag in Concrete
Abstract: This review paper discusses about the different types of fibre used in concrete at different periods with the mix parameter details. This review enlightens the effect of industrial waste such as Bottom ash, Copper slag, Ferro-chromium slag, Ground granulated blast furnace slag (GGBFS), Steel slag, Stainless steel slag as a substitute in concrete. The elaborate study on its chemical composition and also the merits and demerits of using the slag …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 16–30 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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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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An overview on the rheology of recycled aggregate concrete with the influence of chemical admixtures
Abstract: : Concrete is one of the most widely used construction material because of its property to be moulded into any kind of structure and shape due to its fluidity at early stages. The fresh properties of concrete can be characterized by its flow behaviour. Rheology is the scientific description of flow properties. Super-plasticizers and air-entrainers are some of the most used chemical admixtures that affect the rheological parameters of fresh …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 14–24 Read article
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Compressive Behaviour of Lightweight Aggregate Concrete by Blending LECA
Abstract: Present work deals with the lightweight aggregate concrete (LWAC) by using Lightweight Expanded Clay Aggregate (LECA) as lightweight aggregate, LECA is used as replacement to the natural coarse aggregate in the concrete, in this experimental work percentage of lightweight aggregates are varied to study the change in the properties of concrete made by blending LECA. LECA content was varied from 20% to 100% at an increment of 20%. Total 6 …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 10–15 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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Compressive Strength and Chloride penetration on Semi-Lightweight Concrete Made Up of Artificial Aggregates
Abstract: This paper deals with the properties of semi-Light weight concrete prepared by using Light weight wood ash pellets as coarse aggregates. It can be prepared by varying the cement content from 300 to 450 kg/m3. Optimum design mix can be finalised by studying the engineering properties such as compressive strength, split tensile strength, young’s modulus and rapid chloride penetration test. Various trial mixes have been attempted in the laboratory by …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 14–25 Read article
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Modeling 28 Days’ Curing Compressive Strength of Concrete Partially Replaced with Palm Kernel Shell as Aggregate Influenced by Porosity
Abstract: Twenty-eight days of curing to determine compressive strength of concrete were carried out throughthe application of modeling and simulation. The development of concrete compressive strength wascarried out by integrating palm kernel shell (PKS) as partial replacement for aggregate. Studies weremonitored to determine its rates of strength development by partially replacing PKS at differentpercentage of 5%, 10%, 15%, 20%, and 25% to determine the optimum compressive strength withinthe applied percentage of …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 26–40 Read article
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Evaluation of Soil Reinforcement Potential of Grass Variety
Abstract: Reinforcement potential of plant root is studied by many researches across the globe. This work aims to analyze the effect of grass root in the improvement of engineering properties of soil. Plant roots being a natural material help in enhancing the shear strength of soil. Field and laboratory studies were conducted on a grass variety (Co-4) and the soil reinforcement potential of the plant is studied. It is found that …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 14–18 Read article
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Effect of Varying Shear Velocity on the Mechanical Behavior of Jointed Rock Subjected To Lower Normal Load
Abstract: : This study investigates the effect of shearing velocity on the mechanical behavior of rock joints, namely, the shear strength, residual strength, joint dilation, its surface roughness and the shearing stiffness under the application of lower normal load. The slower rate of shearing plays an important role in creep and the fatigue effect on jointed rock masses whereas, higher rate of shearing is experienced in the cases of dynamic loadings …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Spatial and Temporal Variation of Bioaerosols with Meteorology at Different Land Sites
Abstract: Air particulates associated with biological origins are termed as bioaerosols. These bioaerosols consist of different species of bacteria, fungi, pollen and spores, etc. and can be allergenic and infectious in nature. The study is an attempt to understand the seasonal variation in bioaerosols concentration at three different land use sites: site I (commercial site), site II (dumping site), Site III (vegetated site). Statistical correlation was applied to infer the relation …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 12–20 Read article
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A STYDY ON MECHANICAL PROPERTIES UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF FELDSPAR ACTIVATOR ON GEOPOLYMERIZATION OF REDMUD AND GGBS
Abstract: It is well known fact that the Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC) is most important construction material. Keeping in view the hazardous effects of Portland cement on environment, efforts are being put to reduce use of cement in concrete with its partial or full replacement by various waste materials such as Red mud (RM), Ground Granulated Blas Furnace Slag (GGBFS or GGBS), Flyash, Silica fume etc.. Geopolymer Concrete (GPC) is a …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Watershed Management of Karha Basin by Using Geohydrological, Geomorphological and Geophysical Data
Abstract: The present work deals with the existing water structures available in the upper and lower Karha river basin of Purandar taluka, Pune District. Analysis of the existing structures, understanding the actual condition in upper and lower Karha river basin is carried out and the detailed investigations are countered. Geophysical investigation is carried out by Wenner method. Use of geophysical data has given the actual geology in the sub-surficial region of …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 43–54 Read article
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Farming on Phone: Understanding Cotton Farmers’ Intentions and Feasibility to Adopt ICT-based Agro Advisory Services in Maharashtra, India
Abstract: The use of ICT tools in the agriculture sector for rural farmers has emerged as a potential for empowering farmers and improving their livelihoods as the phone-based agro-advisory services provide farmers with access to tailored relevant information to help them make better decisions about agricultural activities, crop yields, and better management of natural resources. However, understanding the impact of social structure on ICT adoption and perceived impacts is important to …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 14–25 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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Assessment of the Factors Influencing Facility Maintenance Problems in Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo, Nigeria
Abstract: This survey is carried to assess the facility maintenance challenges in higher institutions of learning by adopting Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo. The study particularly examined those factors that contribute to maintenance problems and those that influence maintenance programme on the institutional buildings in the study area. Structured questionnaires were distributed to respondents and the results were analyzed. Findings revealed that untimely replacement of defective fitting is the main maintenance challenge …
Published in International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 20–28 Read article