Search
219 articles for “failure”
-
COVID-19 Outbreak and Declining Growth in Hill Farming in Sikkim, India
Abstract: This paper represents the effect of COVID-19 pandemic on agriculture and farming of Sirisey localised in south district of Sikkim. The wide range of cultivated plants serves as major sources of income and employment to the people of the village. In this survey work the period of survey was divided into two slots, before the lockdown and the lockdown as well as unlock phases. A large number of marginal farmers …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 1–5 Read article
-
Sustainable Development through Smart Agriculture
Abstract: Agriculture is one of most important field of our country economic growth as it accounts for 26 percent of gross domestic product (GDP) and it provides employment of the 60 per cent of youth population. India is the world largest producer of pulses, cereals, spices, spices, vegetables and fruits in the world. But due to many problems in agriculture it’s a significant departure from the traditional farming practiced in the …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 23–28 Read article
-
PREDICTIVE MODEL FOR CORROSION CONTROL IN CRUDE OIL AND GAS PRODUCTION FACILITIES
Abstract: Corrosion is a major problem in the global oil and gas industry, as crude oil and gas production operations are shut down on daily basis, because of facility failure, due to the deterioration and the loss of a facility and its critical properties due to chemical, electrochemical and other reactions of the exposed facility surface with the surrounding environment. Efforts have been made to eliminate corrosion in crude oil and …
Published in International Journal of Analytical and Applied Chemistry · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 23–36 Read article
-
Examination of Root Cause of Fuel Tanker Truck Accident in Nigeria: The Concept of Reliability of Non-Human Factor
Abstract: The non-human factor in terms of fuel tanker truck accident in some area of Nigeria was investigated to know the root cause as well the contributing factors and to project the way forward to mitigate the menace, because at the end human life are lost. This investigation was addressed by applying the concepts of reliability, probability and relative accident consequence, in which the mean time between accident, accident rate and …
Published in International Journal of Renewable Energy and its Commercialization · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 1–10 Read article
-
Review on Corrosion and Rust Inhibition of Machines in Chemical Engineering Field
Abstract: The present review involved information about corrosion and rust of machines like causes of corrosion , mechanism of corrosion ,types of corrosion , treatments. Corrosion is a natural event which includes the deterioration of element components. According to the destruction of a metal or its properties due to a reaction with its environment, which causes potentially severe damage to building , application and surface .Inhibiting corrosion to Prevent Machine Failures …
Published in International journal of Thermodynamics and Chemical Kinetics · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 1–9 Read article
-
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
-
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
-
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
-
Identification of KPIs in Construction Industry: A Review
Abstract: The success of any construction project depends on project performance. Construction industry contains large number of parties, i.e. clients, stakeholders, shareholders, consultants, contractors, regulators and others. The factors that affect the performance of construction projects result in disputes, claims, failures and delays in construction. Through performance measurement, organizations can improve their productivity and also compare it with their competitors, as well as identifying their weakness. The main aim of this …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 28–38 Read article
-
Time and Cost Overrun Factors in Building Construction Projects in India
Abstract: The construction project is one of the most important and significant sectors for financial development and progress. Achievement of any construction project depends on the timely completion of project within the defined budget. Delay and value overruns are big problem in the construction industry which must be taken care of for a time and price effective projects. These failures can result in various kinds of negative affections like dispute between …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 9–13 Read article
-
Risk Management in Construction Projects: Consultants’ Perspective
Abstract: Construction projects are among the most vulnerable projects to uncertainty and risks which affect project schedule and increase costs. The issue of risk in construction is a global one, and the Palestinian construction sector is no different. This study aims to identify risk factors in construction projects from consultants’ perspective in Palestine and to prepare risk map for them, then to suggest response for critical ones. A survey using a …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 38–50 Read article
-
Tensile Strain Reduction in Asphalt Concrete Mixtures through Rubberization at the Asphalt Bound – Subgrade Layer Interface
Abstract: Tensile strains are major contributors in determining the fatigue life of asphalt concrete pavement because they are responsible for fatigue cracking. Therefore, knowledge of strains and their role is of vital importance to the Highway Engineer. However, the focus of the present study was to investigate measures by which these damage contributing factor – “tensile strain” could be reduced at the interface of the asphalt concrete – subgrade layer. The …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 44–53 Read article
-
Prediction and Assessment of Lateral Displacement of Rock Mass Along the Length of the Horseshoe Cavern – A Numerical Modelling Approach
Abstract: The stability of the underground structures is a key to successful underground mining. Caverns are large underground openings constructed in rock mass for a variety of purposes. The properties of intact rock mass are generally overshadowed by the properties of discontinuities, if the discontinuities are present. Mechanisms of deformation and failure of underground openings in jointed rock mass are determined by the characteristics of the geometrical distribution of discontinuities. This …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 17–28 Read article
-
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
-
PLASTICITY EVALUATION ON THE HETEROGENEITY OF SAND AND SILTY CLAY FORMATION IN DELTAIC ENVIRONMENT
Abstract: This paper evaluates the level of heterogeneity impact of atterberg limit of the formation; the study analyzed eight locations to determine their plastic limit, liquid limits and plastic index, values generated from different location reflect the behaviour of sand and silty clay base on the experimental data, fluctuation were experiences from 0.2 – 2.5m in all the locations, it generated the lowest and the highest range from LL30-45, PL, 21-31, …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 15–22 Read article
-
Effects of Reinforcing Elements in Soil Reinforcement
Abstract: The inclusion of reinforcing elements in a soil mass improves its geotechnical properties. The principle behind soil reinforcement is that the reinforcing elements absorb the tensile load and shear stress within the reinforced structures and hence prevent the shear failure and settlement. The friction developed between the interface of soil and reinforcing element improves the properties of soil. Different types of natural and synthetic fibers have been used in various …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 22–33 Read article
-
Stress Paths in Undrained Triaxial Tests with Anisotropic Consolidation on Marine Sediments of Southern Italy
Abstract: The present document is the first paper of a serial of studies ongoing in geotechnical laboratory testing and in situ testing of marine sediments in the southern Italy coastal area. For this first stage, Undrained triaxial compression tests with anisotropic consolidation (CK0U) have been performed on marine sediments collected in boreholes carried out in the seabed, in a depth of 8 m to 18 m below the seabed. The use …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 37–42 Read article
-
Structural Behavior of Railway Bridges Against Wheel Loading by Finite Element Analysis
Abstract: Three dimensional numerical investigations carried out on railway bridges using ABAQUS/Explicit finite element program. The length of bridge 30 m and single track was considered in the present study. The bridge members such as main girder, cross girders and truss members are designed according to Indian Railway Standard (IRS) and the geometry of the rail was also modeled according to the standard. The constitutive and fracture behavior of materials have …
Published in International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 1–14 Read article
-
Analysis of Cracks in Structure and Remedies
Abstract: Cracking the most difficult challenge faced by Engineer is to be carried out as a process of repairs and remedial measures which are to be important for cracks. It is also important to view in particular way of the cause and the access to importance to be taken for prevention. For remedies or restoration of structure to be remain successful in producing a desired result & also necessary that the …
Published in International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 36–46 Read article
-
BASE ISOLATION: EARTHQUAKE RESISTANT CONSTRUCTION TECHNIQUE
Abstract: One of the most effective way of protecting structures against the severe earthquake is the base isolation system. In last few decades base isolation system have gain larger attention as a means in controlling structure failure against seismic hazards. In the base isolation system superstructure is separated from substructure due to which natural frequency of structure gets away from the dominant frequency range of seismic excitation. The effectiveness of an …
Published in International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 32–37 Read article