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Objekt Edukativo-Arsimor Shkolla E Mesme Teknike 14 Klaseshe, Besarta Elezaj Dec 2014

Objekt Edukativo-Arsimor Shkolla E Mesme Teknike 14 Klaseshe, Besarta Elezaj

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Ndertesë Kulturore –Galeri E Arteve Pamore, Edona Klaiqi Dec 2014

Ndertesë Kulturore –Galeri E Arteve Pamore, Edona Klaiqi

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Objekt Kulturoro Fetar, Ideal Kolshi Dec 2014

Objekt Kulturoro Fetar, Ideal Kolshi

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Ndertesë Edukative-Banimore: Qerdhe & Kopësht Për Fëmijë, Leotrina Hoxhaj Dec 2014

Ndertesë Edukative-Banimore: Qerdhe & Kopësht Për Fëmijë, Leotrina Hoxhaj

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Kompleks Banesor, Marigona Dragusha Dec 2014

Kompleks Banesor, Marigona Dragusha

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Spiatal I Hemodializes, Nexhmije Nuza Dec 2014

Spiatal I Hemodializes, Nexhmije Nuza

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Çfarë është hemodializa? Hemodializa është një mënyrë për të pastruar gjakun dhe për të hequr peshën e tepërt që ka fituar trupi. Gjate dializës gjaku kalon në një drejtim dhe në drejtimin e kundërt kalon dializuesi, në këtë mënyrë filtri i përdorur pastron gjakun dhe heq kilet e tepërta. Gjaku i pastruar rikthehet në trup. Sa kohë zgjat një seancë hemodialize? Hemodializa kryhet në qendra të specializuara. Një seancë hemodialize zgjat nga 3 orë deri në 5 orë. Seancat kryhen tre herë në javë. Për shpeshtësinë e seancave tuaja vendos mjeku juaj i dializës. Gjate seancës së dializës pacientat mund …


Objektet E Banimit – Villa -“N’Katror”, Shkumbin Isufi Dec 2014

Objektet E Banimit – Villa -“N’Katror”, Shkumbin Isufi

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Monitoring Of Water Losses And Leakages In One Zone (Dma) In Prishtina City - Dardania, Ilir Abdullahu, Muhamet Ahmeti Nov 2014

Monitoring Of Water Losses And Leakages In One Zone (Dma) In Prishtina City - Dardania, Ilir Abdullahu, Muhamet Ahmeti

UBT International Conference

Reduction of water losses is one of the biggest challenges today in the industry of water treatment. Large amount of raw water is lost and thus the loss has very high cost and increases shortages of regular water supply. Today’s world faces the loss of water and the best situation is in developed countries, while in developing countries and undeveloped ones, water loss is in the rate of >50%. Thesis will present practical experience in reducing technical losses in a measuring area (DMA) in Regional Water Company “Prishtina”, where losses now have a trend towards reduction. Monitoring of flow and …


Urban Transformation In See Countries, Binak Beqaj, Vlora Aliu Nov 2014

Urban Transformation In See Countries, Binak Beqaj, Vlora Aliu

UBT International Conference

Urban developments in SEE Countries are followed by development analogies on: rapid growth of urban population, level of economic development, planning (dis) continuity, relationships between public/private partnerity, standardization of qualitative urban life and urban expansion on suburb areas. The content of the research is focused on City Capitals of those Countries and their actual urban dynamics. Urban planning concepts, urban development challenges and adequate institutional mechanisms related to development, are some of the issues with strong reflections on qualitative and integrated urban planning from SEE Countries.


Land Suitability Location Analysis For Housing Development Using Gis, Rizah Murseli, Florim Isufi Nov 2014

Land Suitability Location Analysis For Housing Development Using Gis, Rizah Murseli, Florim Isufi

UBT International Conference

Application and implementation of location suitability analyses are powered through the use of GIS along with spatial analysis component, which enables the creation of buffers, overlay, termination, proximity analysis, spatial unity, map algebra, reclassification of raster and other operations. In terms of land suitability, GIS helps the user to define which locations are most appropriate or inappropriate for certain developments. Consequently, GIS as a tool becomes more important to provide support for decision makers. This analysis takes into account environmental and socioeconomic factors as determinant of urban land development. This analysis requires first finding spatial, environmental and socio-economic constraints and …


It's All About Living Sustainable: (A Research Of Communicating Sustainable Way Of Living To The Public), Gafur Asani, Dietrich Schwarz, Manuel Sebastian Du Nov 2014

It's All About Living Sustainable: (A Research Of Communicating Sustainable Way Of Living To The Public), Gafur Asani, Dietrich Schwarz, Manuel Sebastian Du

UBT International Conference

Living sustainable, a vision that I developed at the Design Studio Schwarz, University of Liechtenstein. Living sustainable raises questions about living in balance with our natural resources. We are living on costs of next generations, so we are responsible to make the changes with architectural interventions in our society for our society. Based on „World Energy Council“ report of 2011, our planet will have 2.2 billion inhabitants more on 2050, reaching 9.2 billion, by challenging a huge demand on mobility, food, goods and building as well. In order to having a bigger impact and a better control over growing up-mentioned …


Challenges Of Spatial Planning In Kosovo In Transition Time, Besim Gollopeni, Alban Kurtishaj Nov 2014

Challenges Of Spatial Planning In Kosovo In Transition Time, Besim Gollopeni, Alban Kurtishaj

UBT International Conference

Spatial planning refers to the methods used by the public sector to influence the distribution of people and items in the area, always having balanced development in space. Spatial planning for people, land, homes, where we live, learn, heal, work, have fun, public service, and all items have their place. Today, many scientific disciplines are closely related to spatial planning, and through the three main components (social, economic and environmental). In the postmodern time, spatial planning takes place at the local, regional, national, transnational level and often results in the creation of a spatial plan within the state/s. System and …


Integration Of The Kosovo Road Network Into The Pan-European Transport Network, Ramadan Mazrekaj, Betim Reqica Nov 2014

Integration Of The Kosovo Road Network Into The Pan-European Transport Network, Ramadan Mazrekaj, Betim Reqica

UBT International Conference

Integration of the Kosovo road network in the Pan-European network, means, first of all, to establish a road system and infrastructure that is in accordance with the requirements and standards of Pan-European road networks, and secondly, to use / promote the geographical position of the Kosovo main road network, making it able to meet the requirements of Pan-European road networks. Beside the fulfillment of the constructive/ technical / geometrical requirements towards the road infrastructure, the road transport network needs to guarantee to its users a high, uniform and continuous level of services, as well as road commodity and safety. In …


Pushover Analysis Method For Performance Based Seismic Design, Misin Misini, Zijadin Guri, Ylli Pocesta, Armend Mujaj Nov 2014

Pushover Analysis Method For Performance Based Seismic Design, Misin Misini, Zijadin Guri, Ylli Pocesta, Armend Mujaj

UBT International Conference

In this paper is describes a non-linear static (pushover) analysis method for reinforced concrete structures that predicts real nonlinear (both material and geometrical) behavior including all stages of loading, starting from the initial application of loads up to and beyond the collapse of building. In other words from appearance of first plastic hinge until last hinge which represent collapse of building. Some important aspects which are implemented in EC8, FEMA-273/356 and ATC-40 documents regarding to pushover analysis and performance evaluation of buildings are discussed. Modeling of structural elements is made by linear elements approach. Nonlinear behavior of structural elements is …


Evaluation Of The Behavior Of Flat Slab Systems Subjected To Lateral Loads, Misin Misini, Ylli Pocesta, Zijadin Guri Nov 2014

Evaluation Of The Behavior Of Flat Slab Systems Subjected To Lateral Loads, Misin Misini, Ylli Pocesta, Zijadin Guri

UBT International Conference

. In this paper behavior of flat slab structures under lateral loads, has been evaluated and analyzed. Flat slab structures show more flexibility and lateral displacement of this type of structures are considerable greater comparing to other systems. Nonlinear behavior in the regions near the slabcolumn connection and the change of stiffness in this region needs to be taken into account during the analysis. Slab-column connection characteristics needs to include the potential for punching failure which rise as a function of gravity shear ratio and the interstory drift ratio. Modeling of this type of structures based on effective slab width, …


Concrete Of Our Millennium – Eco Friendly Concrete, Mevlan Qafleshi, Driton R. Kryeziu, Lulëzim Bytyçi, Fisnik Kadiu Nov 2014

Concrete Of Our Millennium – Eco Friendly Concrete, Mevlan Qafleshi, Driton R. Kryeziu, Lulëzim Bytyçi, Fisnik Kadiu

UBT International Conference

Scientifically there are no more doubts about the impact of humans on global warming. The raise of earth temperature causes environmentally related problems. Evidences show the most influencing GHG is CO2. Many human activities release this GHG as a byproduct. Generally, the two industries contributing to this are the energy production and construction. The GWhrs of Kosovo energy, (in 2013, 5864 GWh) emit kilotons of CO2. The emission of CO2 in 2013 was 7896.0 kton, i.e. 1.3t/MWh. On the other side, the concrete industry, the second most used material, which uses cement contributes with other tons of GHG, almost each …


Impact Of Fly Ash On Concrete Production Cost, Lulëzim Bytyçi, Fisnik Kadiu, Musa Stavilevi Nov 2014

Impact Of Fly Ash On Concrete Production Cost, Lulëzim Bytyçi, Fisnik Kadiu, Musa Stavilevi

UBT International Conference

In this paper we have analyzed the Ash deriving from the residue of burnt coal in Kosovo Power Plants, especially in Power Plant "Kosova B". Given the large amount of Ash deriving from the combustion of coal and which is left as residue (redundancy), it was considered as necessary to carry out a study about the impact of Fly Ash in the reduction of Concrete production cost, but always having in mind to preserve the quality of concrete. The study is undertaken in accordance with the requirements of European standards. European Standard SK EN 206-1, EN 450-1 and EN 450-2. …


The Socio-Cultural And Political Significance Of Coffeehouses And Coffee Culture During The Independence Processes Of Kosovo, Ajhan Bajmaku, Çınar Nartar Nov 2014

The Socio-Cultural And Political Significance Of Coffeehouses And Coffee Culture During The Independence Processes Of Kosovo, Ajhan Bajmaku, Çınar Nartar

UBT International Conference

The coffee culture in the Balkans spread and developed as the Ottoman Empire began using the region as a base that opened into Europe. This region with great strategic significance draws attention not only because it functioned as a bridge between the East and the West but also because of cultural and political values in perspective of the process of changes and developments that have taken place throughout time. As an establishment the coffeehouse is a vital concept for society. Beside their fundamental functions, coffeehouses have gained additional functions over the course of history. These additional functions are directed by …


The General Energy Audit In A Primary School In Pristina - A Case Study, Mehmet Qelaj, Justina Shiroka-Pula, Andonaq Londo, Flamur Bidaj, Violeta Nushi Nov 2014

The General Energy Audit In A Primary School In Pristina - A Case Study, Mehmet Qelaj, Justina Shiroka-Pula, Andonaq Londo, Flamur Bidaj, Violeta Nushi

UBT International Conference

Energy Audit Standard of this educational object, presents the current existing situation of energy consumption, which enables us to identify energy consumption needs of small costs to those with high energy saving. The main goal is to achieve energy savings, energy saving measures (ESM), identify energy saving measures, the preparation of the document on energy saving measures, the implementation of these measures after finding them, etc. For the realization of standard energy audit facility records needed for billing of energy (electricity, fuels) for the last three years (or/and the following year); studies for building object as plans related structure construction …


Use Of Passive Design Features And Simulation Modeling To Improve Energy Performance And Reduce Environmental Impacts Of Buildings In Kosovo, Ferhat Bejtullahu, Dukagjin Bakija, Art Bejtullahu Nov 2014

Use Of Passive Design Features And Simulation Modeling To Improve Energy Performance And Reduce Environmental Impacts Of Buildings In Kosovo, Ferhat Bejtullahu, Dukagjin Bakija, Art Bejtullahu

UBT International Conference

Building physics and climate adapted architectural design parameters such as site, building form, orientation, shading and envelope performance (including structures and openings), contributes a significant proportion towards the better energy performance and reduce environmental impact of buildings. Due to extensive demand of electricity derived from the widespread use of cooling and heating systems has necessitated evolution and incorporation of minimum energy performance requirements in design practice. Objective of this paper is to promote role of passive design features and energy simulation to the researchers, scientists and practitioners within planning, architecture construction industry. Jointly, all these three industries are experiencing an …


Restoration Of Building Heritage Versus Innovation, Ilirjana Mejzini, Gjejlane Hoxha Nov 2014

Restoration Of Building Heritage Versus Innovation, Ilirjana Mejzini, Gjejlane Hoxha

UBT International Conference

The continuous developments in science and technology are rapidly influencing many aspects of daily life. The benefits of innovation not only affect the living environment and way of life; they also hugely influence our way of thinking and the general perception of our surroundings. On the other hand, the preservation of cultural heritage is a moral responsibility through which the work and legacy of our ancestors is carried onto younger generations. Heritage manifested through buildings, which can be considered as a vivid trace of the past, carries with it historical and scientific significance and gives evidence of the level of …


On Form And Logic Of Structures, Feti Selmani Nov 2014

On Form And Logic Of Structures, Feti Selmani

UBT International Conference

In Civil Engineering, every structure harbours some degree of logic within it. Sometimes, it is easy to see it, while sometimes it lies somehow hidden and only a well informed eye can take hold of it. The Natural phenomena are dual in their manifestation. So are Tension and Compression, which represents the basic “genomes” of this interaction and are present within each structure from the simplest to the most complicated one. A structural form represents a physical manifestation of this invisible interplay, which, when in consonance with the natural flow of forces results not only in an economic but in …


Research Of The Problems Faced By Construction Companies In Kosovo, Muhamet Ahmeti, Mimoza Sylejmani Nov 2014

Research Of The Problems Faced By Construction Companies In Kosovo, Muhamet Ahmeti, Mimoza Sylejmani

UBT International Conference

This paper presents the research of several construction companies that deal with building design and execution. The questionnaire was conducted with about 140 companies which are interviewed, the case identified the main problems faced by construction companies design the execution today in Kosovo. This paper has a special significance since it identifies the main problems faced by companies, the main factors affecting the delays and problems during the execution of the works, identifies and gives a clear overview of the different options that companies operating in Kosovo to deal with mega projects such as infrastructure as well as in construction. …


Sls Design Of Frp Reinforced Concrete Beams Based On Different Calculation Of Effective Moment Of Inertia, Enio Deneko, Anjeza Gjini Nov 2014

Sls Design Of Frp Reinforced Concrete Beams Based On Different Calculation Of Effective Moment Of Inertia, Enio Deneko, Anjeza Gjini

UBT International Conference

In this paper, reference is made to the key features of ACI, EC2 and other models, regarding SLS calculations of FRP reinforcement concrete and the comparison with steel reinforcement concrete formulas, especially focusing on deflection. Mechanical characteristics of FRP materials, such as lower elastic modulus, lower ratio between Young’s modulus and the tensile strength, lower bond strength of FRP bars and concrete, compared to steel reinforcement, make that SLS results determine the design of FRP reinforced concrete, based on the serviceability requirements. Different parameters influences affect the stresses in materials, maximum crack width and the allowed deflections. In this study …


Steering Spatial Development In The Vienna Agglomeration, Thomas Dillinger Nov 2014

Steering Spatial Development In The Vienna Agglomeration, Thomas Dillinger

UBT International Conference

After the falling down of the “iron curtain” Vienna starts to grow again. It is now a metropolitan area with about 2.6 Mio. inhabitants. Vienna is surrounded by Lower Austria, which is one of the nine countries (Bundesländer) of Austria. Spatial Planning is based on the Austrian Constitution a complex matter. The Federal State, the Countries and the Municipalities have competences in Spatial Planning. Thus, in the agglomeration we are confronted with different spatial planning legislation, instruments and institution.In this situation basically three instruments have been developed to steer spatial development in the Vienna agglomeration: Lower Austria has passed two …


Seismic Analysis Of Structural Building With Reinforced Concrete Shear Walls According To The European Standards, Armend Mujaj, Florim Grajçevci, Driton R. Kryeziu Nov 2014

Seismic Analysis Of Structural Building With Reinforced Concrete Shear Walls According To The European Standards, Armend Mujaj, Florim Grajçevci, Driton R. Kryeziu

UBT International Conference

A big research effort has been made on the prediction of earthquakes in the last decades, and in fact the exploration of the new techniques aiming to foresee the occurrence of seismic events is in a continuous progress. Several analytical tools have been developed around the world in order to estimate, with different degrees of accuracy, the vulnerability of buildings and the probable loss of lives and economic resources, due to the occurrence of an earthquake. Those tools are intended to be used by government agencies, and even by insurance companies, as a mean for planning of emergency preparedness procedures …


The Design Of Durable Concretes, Produced By Traditional Mountain Aggregate, In Different Environments, Alma Golgota, Rezarta Qemallaj, Boriana Vrusho Nov 2014

The Design Of Durable Concretes, Produced By Traditional Mountain Aggregate, In Different Environments, Alma Golgota, Rezarta Qemallaj, Boriana Vrusho

UBT International Conference

This article describes the effect of durable concrete in two different environments, which is produced by traditional mountain aggregates. For this purpose, we have produced concrete of class C30/37 with aggregates from mountain quarry. Meanwhile, we have not changed other components of concrete. Water – cement report is 0.4-0.61. During experimental faze, are done comparisons of resistance to compression, water and chlorides penetration for specimens of concrete which are curing in normal environment (N) and in marine environment (A). Concrete cubes produced, were treated in marine and normal environment for 3, 7 and 28 days in Durres coastal city, Albania. …


Ubt Inventory Of Kosovo’S Architectural Heritage, Verona Ymeri Hoxha Nov 2014

Ubt Inventory Of Kosovo’S Architectural Heritage, Verona Ymeri Hoxha

UBT International Conference

Architectural Heritage being one of the most prominent fragment of Kosovo’s heritage consists of different types of buildings, amongst which apart from those deriving from ottoman era there are individual buildings of high importance which prevail as a form of rebellion to Ottoman intrusion and the desire to intertwine with European architecture. These structures appear in the 19th and 20th century and are characterized with different elements which symbolize a glimpse of escape through reflection of European architecture in Kosovo. This heritage has been a subject of destruction over the centuries, with little or small effort put towards its preservation. …


Documentation And Inventory Of Architectural Heritage.The European Model Including The Role Of Universities Within, Caroline Jaeger Klein Nov 2014

Documentation And Inventory Of Architectural Heritage.The European Model Including The Role Of Universities Within, Caroline Jaeger Klein

UBT International Conference

Preserving its architectural heritage has a long tradition in the European history. For the famous Renaissance and Baroque architects especially in Italy it was considered to be integrated part of their “art”. Hence, it were art historians to start systematic documentation of the cultural heritage around 1900. For Central Europe Georg Dehio in Strasbourg and Alois Riegl and Max Dvořák in Vienna were most influential. Their legacy are printed inventory handbooks and art-topographies, which documented the built heritage and gave public access to heritage information. This is the inevitable base for protection and care of monuments as well as for …


A Synthesis Of Architectural Form For Three Different Structural Systems, Hektor Cullufi, Altin Bidaj, Ervin Paci, Irakli Premti, Drilona Disha Nov 2014

A Synthesis Of Architectural Form For Three Different Structural Systems, Hektor Cullufi, Altin Bidaj, Ervin Paci, Irakli Premti, Drilona Disha

UBT International Conference

Architectural form is often used but less frequently defined. Architectural form is an inclusive term that refers primarily to a building’s external outline or shape, and to a lesser degree references its internal organization and unifying principles. Shape encompasses various visual and relational properties; namely size, color and texture, position, orientation and visual inertia. Form is therefore generally and primarily understood as the shape or three dimensional massing, but also encompasses additional architectural aspects including structural configuration and form, in so far as they may organize and unify an architectural design.