Finite Element Modelling And Dilation Of Frp-Confined Concrete Columns,
2014
Missouri University of Science and Technology
Finite Element Modelling And Dilation Of Frp-Confined Concrete Columns, Osama Youssf, Mohamed Elgawady, Julie E. Mills, Xing Ma
Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering Faculty Research & Creative Works
Concrete dilation is one of the main parameters that controls the stress-strain behavior of confined concrete. Several analytical studies have been carried out to predict the stress-strain behavior of concrete encased in fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP), which is crucial for structural design. However, none of these studies have provided a simple formula to determine the dilation parameter that is always required in the finite element (FE) material modelling of concrete. This paper presents a simple empirical model predicting the confined concrete dilation parameter within the theoretical framework of a Karagozian and Case type concrete plasticity model. A set of 105 FRP-confined …
The City’S Unnoticed Limits: Considerations About The Boundaries In Caracas,
2014
Louisiana State University
The City’S Unnoticed Limits: Considerations About The Boundaries In Caracas, Fabio Capra-Ribeiro
Faculty Publications
In Caracas, insecurity has prompted an individual but generalized quest for isolation that is translated into an accelerated growth of boundaries as walls and fences. This situation has led to a significant deterioration of the spaces around them, setback space on one side and the street on the other, confined and divided, urban fabric if getting fragmented. The research wants then to illustrate this complex problem from a qualitative methodology and the hermeneutic circle, from which dialogical relationships are established between the elements analyzed. The main contributions of the research highlights the explanation of a reality that is happening nowadays …
Review Of “The Teacher’S Guide To Media Literacy: Critical Thinking In A Multimedia World” By Cyndy Scheibe And Faith Rogow,
2014
Webster University, St Louis and Southern Illinois Univ - Edwardsville
Review Of “The Teacher’S Guide To Media Literacy: Critical Thinking In A Multimedia World” By Cyndy Scheibe And Faith Rogow, Julie Smith
Journal of Media Literacy Education
This article reviews “The Teacher’s Guide to Media Literacy: Critical Thinking in a Multimedia World” by Cyndy Scheibe and Faith Rogow
Monitoring Of Water Losses And Leakages In One Zone (Dma) In Prishtina City - Dardania,
2014
University for Business and Technology
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,
2014
University for Business and Technology
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,
2014
University of Prishtina
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),
2014
University of Liechtenstein
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,
2014
University for Business and Technology
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,
2014
Albanian Consultants Association
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,
2014
University of Prishtina
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,
2014
University of Prishtina
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,
2014
Polytechnic University of Tirana
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,
2014
Polytechnic University of Tirana
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,
2014
University for Business and Technology
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,
2014
Ministry of Economic Development, Pristina, Kosovo
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,
2014
University for Business and Technology
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,
2014
University for Business and Technology in Kosovo
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,
2014
PAN Engineering
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,
2014
Vienna University of Technology
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,
2014
Polytechnic University of Tirana
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 …
