Stormwater Alters The Resistome Of Urban Surface Water, An Impact That Can Be Mitigated By Green Stormwater Infrastructure,
2024
Marquette University
Stormwater Alters The Resistome Of Urban Surface Water, An Impact That Can Be Mitigated By Green Stormwater Infrastructure, Kassidy N. O'Malley, Walter M. Mcdonald, Patrick J. Mcnamara
Civil and Environmental Engineering Faculty Research and Publications
Antibiotic resistance poses an escalating threat to global health, with environmental reservoirs being pivotal areas of concern, as well as opportunities for potential mitigation. Stormwater systems are an important type of environmental reservoir in the urban water cycle with a dearth of research related to impacts on antibiotic resistance. In particular, there has been limited research exploring the impact of diverse antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) carried by stormwater from various land uses on surface water, nor has there been an examination of the role played by green stormwater infrastructure (GSI) in mitigating this impact. Therefore, this study sought to elucidate …
Enhancing Resilience Of Critical Infrastructural Systems Against Severe Weather Conditions,
2024
Michigan Technological University
Enhancing Resilience Of Critical Infrastructural Systems Against Severe Weather Conditions, Miaomiao Li
Dissertations, Master's Theses and Master's Reports
As climate change intensifies natural hazards and extreme weather events, critical infrastructure systems like power networks and pavements are increasingly vulnerable to damage. While significant progress has been made in studying individual hazards for specific systems, there remains a need for comprehensive frameworks addressing parametrized fragility for key components in critical infrastructure and their application in system risk and resilience evaluation. This dissertation investigates the failure mechanisms and fragility of power systems and pavements under extreme conditions, including winter storms, hurricanes, heatwaves, and flooding. Using structural analysis, numerical modeling, and statistical methods, this work evaluates system vulnerabilities, develops fragility models, …
Wet-Carbonation Of Rcas For Improved Carbonation Efficiency And Mechanical Properties Of Rca And Recycled Concrete,
2024
Michigan Technological University
Wet-Carbonation Of Rcas For Improved Carbonation Efficiency And Mechanical Properties Of Rca And Recycled Concrete, Zhao. Xiang
Dissertations, Master's Theses and Master's Reports
RCA typically exhibits weak interfacial transition zones (ITZ), high porosity, and micro-cracks due to residual mortar layers, resulting in suboptimal performance when reused in structural applications. To address these challenges, this study developed a wet carbonation process using glycine acid as an inducer. Glycine acid, containing carboxyl and amino functional groups, forms stable complexes with Ca²⁺ ions in RCA, increasing calcium ion solubility and thereby accelerating carbonation. RCA samples underwent carbonation in a glycine acid solution, followed by characterization using X-ray diffraction and scanning electron microscopy to evaluate mineralogical transformations and microstructural enhancements. The carbonation process promoted the formation of …
"Adaptive Signal Control For Reducing The Effect Of Queue Spillback",
2024
Faculty of Engineering
"Adaptive Signal Control For Reducing The Effect Of Queue Spillback", Eamlong Tang
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
Urban traffic congestion at signalized intersections poses significant challenges, with queue spillback events worsening delays, fuel consumption, and environmental impacts. This study addresses the critical issue of oversaturation at the Rama 4 intersection in Bangkok, where closely spaced intersections intensify congestion, leading to prolonged queues and inefficient green phase utilization. Traditional fixed-time signal controls lack the flexibility to adapt to fluctuating traffic volumes, emphasizing the need for an innovative approach. This research proposes an Adaptive Signal Control (ASC) scheme, utilizing VISSIM and VISVAP simulation tools to evaluate the system’s efficacy in managing real-time traffic conditions and reducing queue spillback events. …
การตรวจหารอยร้าวของสะพานจากการเสียรูปเนื่องจากน้ำหนักตัวเอง,
2024
คณะวิศวกรรมศาสตร์
การตรวจหารอยร้าวของสะพานจากการเสียรูปเนื่องจากน้ำหนักตัวเอง, ศุภณัฐ หวัง
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
สะพานเป็นโครงสร้างพื้นฐานที่มีความสำคัญและเป็นส่วนหลักในการคมนาคมของประเทศต่าง ๆ ทั่วโลกเป็นระยะเวลายาวนานจึงมีความเป็นไปได้ที่จะเกิดความเสียหายหรือชำรุดทรุดโทรม ระบบติดตามคุณภาพสะพานจึงถูกคิดค้นและนำมาใช้งานเพื่อตรวจสอบความผิดปกติของโครงสร้าง หนึ่งในระบบติดตามคุณภาพสะพานที่น่าสนใจคือการติดตั้งอุปกรณ์วัดมุมเอียงที่ใช้หลักการวัดมุมเอียงของโครงสร้างสะพาน โดยผู้วิจัยในอดีตได้มีการเสนอระเบียบวิธีที่ใช้ตรวจสอบและติดตามรอยร้าวที่เกิดบนโครงสร้างสะพานโดยใช้การทดสอบน้ำหนักบรรทุก ซึ่งแม้ว่าระเบียบวิธีดังกล่าวจะถูกพิสูจน์ว่าสามารถใช้งานได้ผ่านการใช้แบบจำลองไฟไนต์เอลิเมนต์ การทดสอบในห้องปฏิบัติการเพื่อประเมินและติดตั้งเพื่อประเมินสะพานจริง ๆ พบว่าเมื่อเกิดรอยร้าวขนาดเล็กระเบียบวิธีดังกล่าวจะไม่สามารถระบุตำแหน่งของรอยร้าวนั้นได้อย่างมีประสิทธิภาพ ที่สำคัญการทดสอบโดยใช้น้ำหนักบรรทุกจำเป็นต้องปิดการใช้งานสะพานชั่วคราวซึ่งใช้ทรัพยากรทั้งเวลาและค่าใช้จ่ายเพิ่มเติม ดังนั้นงานวิจัยนี้จึงมีจุดประสงค์เพื่อเสนอระเบียบวิธีใหม่สำหรับติดตามรอยร้าวบนโครงสร้างสะพานโดยวิเคราะห์จากผลตอบสนองเนื่องจากน้ำหนักของโครงสร้างสะพานเองเพื่อคำนวณค่าดัชนีรอยร้าวซึ่งถูกเสนอขึ้นในการศึกษานี้ ทั้งนี้ค่าดัชนีรอยร้าวจะคำนวณจากมุมเอียงของโครงสร้างสะพานในสภาวะตั้งต้นเทียบกับสภาวะที่สะพานเกิดการแตกร้าวโดยมีการพิจารณาความละเอียดของอุปกรณ์วัดมุมเอียงที่ใช้ติดตั้งที่แตกต่างกันที่มีอยู่ในปัจจุบัน อาศัยการจำลองรอยร้าวด้วยแบบจำลองไฟไนต์เอลิเมนต์ในงานวิจัยนี้แสดงให้เห็นว่าระเบียบวิธีดังกล่าวเมื่อใช้ร่วมกับดัชนีรอยร้าวสามารถพัฒนาระบบติดตามสภาพสะพานให้สามารถตรวจสอบรอยร้าวที่อาจเกิดขึ้นระหว่างการใช้งานได้อย่างสะดวกและมีประสิทธิภาพโดยอาศัยเพียงน้ำหนักของตัวสะพานเอง
การศึกษาพฤติกรรมด้านกำลังของดินตะกอนกว๊านพะเยาผสมซีเมนต์ที่เสริมเส้นใยเปลือกข้าวโพด,
2024
คณะวิศวกรรมศาสตร์
การศึกษาพฤติกรรมด้านกำลังของดินตะกอนกว๊านพะเยาผสมซีเมนต์ที่เสริมเส้นใยเปลือกข้าวโพด, พิสิษฐ์ ผลาสิงห์
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
งานวิจัยเกี่ยวกับการนำวัสดุเหลือทิ้งมาพัฒนาสมบัติทางวิศวกรรมเพื่อเป็นทางเลือกในอุตสาหกรรมการก่อสร้าง นอกจากจะเป็นการลดต้นทุนการก่อสร้างและเพิ่มมูลค่าให้กับวัสดุเหลือทิ้งแล้วนั้น ยังส่งผลดีต่อสิ่งแวดล้อมด้วย ดังเช่น ดินตะกอนกว๊านพะเยา และเปลือกข้าวโพด ซึ่งจัดว่าเป็นวัสดุเหลือทิ้งและมีจำนวนมากในพื้นที่จังหวัดพะเยา การกองเก็บและการกำจัดวัสดุดังกล่าวก่อให้เกิดปัญหาทางสิ่งแวดล้อมอย่างมาก งานวิจัยนี้มีวัตถุประสงค์เพื่อศึกษาพฤติกรรมแรงอัดแกนเดี่ยว พฤติกรรมแรงดึงทางอ้อม และ พฤติกรรมแรงดัดของดินตะกอนกว๊านพะเยาผสมปูนซีเมนต์ที่เสริมเส้นใยข้าวโพด โดยทําการทดสอบกําลังอัดแกนเดี่ยวที่ปริมาณปูนซีเมนต์ร้อยละ 7 ปริมาณเส้นใยร้อยละ 0.5 1.0 และ 2.0 โดยน้ำหนักของดินแห้ง และความยาวเส้นใย 10 20 และ 40 มิลลิเมตร ตามลำดับ ที่อายุการบ่ม 7และ 28 วัน ผลการทดสอบพบว่าการเพิ่มเส้นใยช่วยเปลี่ยนพฤติกรรมเปราะของตัวอย่างดินตะกอนกว๊านพะเยาผสมปูนซีเมนต์ ให้เป็นพฤติกรรมเหนียวและช่วยลดการสูญเสียกําลังหลังจากกําลังรับแรงสูงสุด ท้ายสุดของงานวิจัยนี้จะนำเสนออัตราส่วนและความยาวที่เหมาะสมของเส้นใยข้าวโพดสำหรับนำไปใช้ในงานวิศวกรรม
Evaluation Of Aashto Seismic Design For Reinforced Concrete Bridge Columns,
2024
South Dakota State University
Evaluation Of Aashto Seismic Design For Reinforced Concrete Bridge Columns, Andrew Leroy Grismer
Electronic Theses and Dissertations
Bridge failure can be catastrophic resulting in casualties and limiting the accessibility and emergency response efforts. Ensuring a high level of ductility for bridge columns through sufficient design methods and detailing is the most important aspect of the modern seismic codes. Reinforced concrete (RC) bridge columns are widely used in multi-span bridges located in seismic regions of the nation due to their controlled ductility and durability. The objective of this study was to systematically evaluate the AASHTO seismic design requirements for RC bridge columns and to comment on whether current bridge code is sufficient and safe. An extensive literature review …
Floating Offshore Wind Turbine Analysis And Discovery,
2024
University of New Hampshire, Durham
Floating Offshore Wind Turbine Analysis And Discovery, Payton Maddaloni
Honors Theses and Capstones
No abstract provided.
Using Electro-Peroxone Process To Remediate Stabilized Clay,
2024
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Using Electro-Peroxone Process To Remediate Stabilized Clay, Elaheh Faghih Nasiri, Farhad Qaderi, S. Mustapha Rahmaninezhad
Civil Engineering Faculty Publications
Industrial processes are among human activities that cause the production of a large volume of wastewater containing organic pollutants such as phenol and its derivatives. These pollutants are among the substances that are considered a serious threat to the health of the environment, soil and humans. Soil remediation is crucial for enhancing environmental quality for both humans and other living organisms. This study investigated the use of an electro-peroxone system to remove environmental pollutants from soil. In conjunction with ozonation, the study employed electrochemically generated hydrogen peroxide using a carbon electrode, addressing concerns about transportation and storage. Experiments were structured …
Development Of A New Type Of Air-Barrier Slabs To Mitigate The Thermal Bridging Activity,
2024
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Development Of A New Type Of Air-Barrier Slabs To Mitigate The Thermal Bridging Activity, Md Asfaq Hafiz, Md Ashiqul Islam, Sk Md Imdadul Islam, Md Shoriful Islam
Civil Engineering Faculty Publications
Flat concrete roofs, a common global roofing system, are particularly susceptible to high temperatures during summer due to extended sun exposure. This often results in increased indoor temperatures on top floors, leading to a significant rise in cooling costs - a concern with both individual and national economic implications. Despite available solutions, like insulation, the cost of implementation postconstruction can be prohibitive. This is especially true in South Asia, where vast urban areas consist predominantly of concrete structures and comprehensive heat control measures are seldom in place. Heat absorption by a top floor is influenced by factors such as seasonal …
Developing A Model To Predict Bleeding Areas In Asphalt Pavements Using Artificial Neural Network,
2024
University of Texas at Tyler
Developing A Model To Predict Bleeding Areas In Asphalt Pavements Using Artificial Neural Network, Rami Khalifah, Mena I. Souliman, Pratik Lama, Omar Elbagalati
Civil Engineering Faculty Publications and Presentations
Bleeding can have a negative effect on the performance of a pavement, as the layer of asphalt on the surface can become slippery, reduce skid resistance, and lead to premature wear and tear. Therefore, predicting the bleeding area in asphalt pavements will help in maintaining better pavements, increasing the safety of the drivers, and delivering timely maintenance. The aim of the study is to develop a model using a highly sophisticated analysis tool called an artificial neural network (ANN) to predict the bleeding areas in asphalt pavements as output, with one hidden layer and several neurons and using several independent …
Assessing The Condition Of Pavements (Road Surfaces) Using Computer Vision & Machine Learning,
2024
Technological University Dublin, Ireland
Assessing The Condition Of Pavements (Road Surfaces) Using Computer Vision & Machine Learning, Syed Ibrahim Hassam
Doctoral
Regular inspections of pavements are conducted by civil infrastructure departments to evaluate the surface condition. Pavement surfaces are subject to deterioration caused by several factors such as traffic, weather, and sunlight. This deterioration becomes evident through various distresses, including potholes, rutting, cracking, bleeding, patching, and ravelling, which gradually affects the surface layer over time. It is essential to assess the condition of pavements as it not only ensures their usability but also maximises public safety. Effective pavement maintenance requires substantial resources and capital investment to carry out the most suitable maintenance treatments at the optimal time. Furthermore, the outcomes of …
Digitalization Of Railway Transportation Through Ai-Powered Services: Digital Twin Trains,
2024
Virginia Commonwealth University
Digitalization Of Railway Transportation Through Ai-Powered Services: Digital Twin Trains, Salih Sarp, Murat Kuzlu, Vukica Jovanovic, Zekeriya Polat, Ozgur Guler
Engineering Technology Faculty Publications
Digitalization is a key concept that transformed the various industries through technologies like Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Digital Twin (DT). Although innovations provided by the advancement of digitalization have paved the way for more efficient operations and products for transportation, the rail transportation sector struggles to keep up with the rest of the transportation industry, since trains are designed to last for decades, and the insufficient infrastructure investment leads to multiple railroad derailments across the globe. Therefore, the primary aim is to transform current railway systems into human-centric, adaptable, sustainable and future-proof networks, aligning with Industry …
Materials Of Lightweight Concrete Research,
2024
The University of Akron
Materials Of Lightweight Concrete Research, Meganne Chapman, Kathryn Burns, John Grubb
Williams Honors College, Honors Research Projects
The objectives for this research project are to explore options for innovative and sustainable materials in lightweight concrete. Various materials including granite powder, hydrated lime, latex, and recycled glass beads will be used in the concrete testing for this project. The question the team wants to answer is how these additives affect the concrete’s mechanical properties. Weekly mix designs will be performed, and control cylinders will be compared to experimental cylinders. Compression and tensile testing will also be performed to further aid the research. The motivation for performing this research is to aid mix development for the University of Akron …
Determination Of Spore Viability In Concrete Across Several Factors Using Most Probable Number,
2024
The University of Akron
Determination Of Spore Viability In Concrete Across Several Factors Using Most Probable Number, Samuel Boyer
Williams Honors College, Honors Research Projects
To determine the lowest concentration of spore added to polyurethane-cement composite (PUCCO) particles that can still germinate after curing in concrete. This research project is a small addition to the larger research project being undertaken by Mirza Mohammed Rashiduzzaman for his Masters. The larger project involves the use of fungal spores added in concrete to act as a self-healing component when cracks form in the concrete structure over time. These spores are suspended in a protective oil and loaded into small, hardened sponge-like PUCCO cubes to act as growth points when water and air can reach the PUCCO in the …
Building Services Engineering January/February 2024,
2024
Technological University Dublin
Building Services Engineering January/February 2024
Building Services Engineering
No abstract provided.
A Bim-Enabled Materials Flow Tracking Platform For The Construction Supply Chains Of Modular Steel Projects,
2024
Faculty of Engineering
A Bim-Enabled Materials Flow Tracking Platform For The Construction Supply Chains Of Modular Steel Projects, Thandar Lwin
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
Off-site steel construction, or modular construction, involves building components in a factory and then bringing them to the construction site. This method speeds up construction, reduces waste, and improves quality. The movement of materials in this process is complicated, including ordering raw materials, making steel parts, transporting modules, and installing them on site. It is important to track these materials to ensure timely delivery, control costs, and avoid shortages of excess materials. In this paper, a BIM-enabled digital platform is developed to monitor and track the flow of construction materials in the supply chain of modular steel projects. This platform …
Simulation Of Wave Propagation In Granular Particles Using A Discrete Element Model,
2024
Georgia Southern University
Simulation Of Wave Propagation In Granular Particles Using A Discrete Element Model, Syed Tahmid Hussan
College of Graduate Studies: Theses & Dissertations
The understanding of Bender Element mechanism and utilization of Particle Flow Code (PFC) to simulate the seismic wave behavior is important to test the dynamic behavior of soil particles. Both discrete and finite element methods can be used to simulate wave behavior. However, Discrete Element Method (DEM) is mostly suitable, as the micro scaled soil particle cannot be fully considered as continuous specimen like a piece of rod or aluminum. Recently DEM has been widely used to study mechanical properties of soils at particle level considering the particles as balls. This study represents a comparative analysis of Voigt and Best …
Understanding The Role Of Recalcitrant Organic Phosphorus Mineralization On Harmful Algal Blooms At The Sediment-Water Interface Of Freshwater System,
2024
Georgia Southern University
Understanding The Role Of Recalcitrant Organic Phosphorus Mineralization On Harmful Algal Blooms At The Sediment-Water Interface Of Freshwater System, Tasnuva Farnaz
College of Graduate Studies: Theses & Dissertations
Over the past few decades, an enormous number of resources have been allocated to reduce the amount of phosphorus (P) entering the environment from both point and non-point sources. Nevertheless, the decrease in external P loading has not always resulted in a simultaneous decrease in the occurrence of harmful algal blooms (HABs) in waters contaminated with phosphorus. A two-part study is currently being conducted to investigate and measure the role of legacy recalcitrant P forms in the overall pool of soluble reactive phosphorus (SRP). However, the objective of this particular study is to evaluate the potential of Organic Phosphorus (PO) …
Development Of Erosion Functions For Micp-Treated Beach Sand,
2024
University of North Florida
Development Of Erosion Functions For Micp-Treated Beach Sand, Saeed Booshi
UNF Graduate Theses and Dissertations
This thesis investigates the effectiveness of microbially-induced calcium carbonate precipitation (MICP) using the recently introduced bioslurry treatment method via surface percolation. To simulate realistic water forcing conditions, a piston-style erosion rate testing apparatus, specifically the Florida Department of Transportation Sediment Erosion Rate Flume, was used. Initial tests conducted at a high shear stress of 42 Pa revealed that a combination of 15% bioslurry and 85% cementation solution exhibited the strongest erosion resistance when compared to other ratios between bioslurry and cementation solution. Subsequent experiments focused on separating the specimen into a "loose" part and a “surface crust,” with shear stresses …
