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Investigating the reasons for choosing a major among the engineering students in Qatar
( IEEE Computer Society , 2016 , Conference Paper)The selection of an engineering major is a decision that can influence the career of young students, and possibly their entire fife. The purpose of this study is to understand the factors affecting the selection of an ... -
Determination of stiffness modulus and poisson's ratio of lightly stabilized granular materials from indirect diametral tensile testing
( ASTM International , 2016 , Article)Lightly cementitiously stabilized granular materials are generally characterised by their tensile properties that are required for the analysis and design of a pavement structure involving these materials. Tensile properties ... -
Progressive image stitching algorithm for vision based automated inspection
( IEEE Computer Society , 2016 , Conference Paper)The increasing number of skyscrapers along with the large number of tall bridges throughout the world also increases the demand of a robust, automated and remotely controlled health monitoring system for civil architectures. ... -
Strength optimisation of mortar with CNTs and nanoclays
( Thomas Telford Services Ltd , 2016 , Article)This study explores the use of carbon nanotubes (CNTs) and nanoclays in cement mortars. The paper presents modelling and optimisation of the compressive and flexural strengths of cement mortars containing CNTs and the ... -
State-of-the-Art Review on Sustainable Design and Construction of Quieter Pavements-Part 2: Factors Affecting Tire-Pavement Noise and Prediction Models
( MDPI AG , 2016 , Article Review)Traffic noise is a combination of noises produced from a number of sources. Of all the traffic noise sources, tire-pavement noise, which is emitted as a result of the interaction of rolling,slipping, or dragging tires and ... -
Nonparametric structural damage detection algorithm for ambient vibration response: Utilizing artificial neural networks and self-organizing maps
( American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) , 2016 , Article)This study presentes a new nonparametric structural damage detection algorithm that integrates self-organizing maps with a pattern-recognition neural network to quantify and locate structural damage. In this algorithm, ... -
The link between high performance work practices and organizational performance: Empirically validating the conceptualization of HPWP according to the AMO model
( Emerald Group Publishing Ltd. , 2016 , Article)Purpose � The purpose of this paper is to better understand the relationship between high-performance work practices (HPWP) and organizational performance through a multi-dimensional model of the relationship between HPWP ... -
Self-organizing maps for structural damage detection: A novel unsupervised vibration-based algorithm
( American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) , 2016 , Article)The study presented in this paper is arguably the first study to use a self-organizing map (SOM) for global structural damage detection. A novel unsupervised vibration-based damage detection algorithm is introduced using ... -
Optimization of chiral lattice based metastructures for broadband vibration suppression using genetic algorithms
( Academic Press , 2016 , Article)One of the major challenges in civil, mechanical, and aerospace engineering is to develop vibration suppression systems with high efficiency and low cost. Recent studies have shown that high damping performance at broadband ... -
Some observations on soil-pipe interface shear strength in direct shear under low effective normal stresses and large displacements
( American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) , 2016 , Conference Paper)Experimental work is undertaken at the University of British Columbia (UBC) to study the soil-pipe interface shear strength at levels of shear displacements and effective normal stresses typically encountered in offshore ... -
A new indirect tensile testing setup to determine stiffness properties of lightly stabilised granular materials
( Australian Geomechanics Society , 2016 , Conference Paper)This paper presents a new indirect diametral tensile (IDT) testing setup for determining the stiffness modulus and Poisson's ratio for the characterisation of lightly stabilized granular base materials required for pavement ... -
Dynamic Testing of a Laboratory Stadium Structure
( American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) , 2016 , Conference Paper)Studies with large physical models are a vital link between the theoretical work and field applications provided that these models are designed to represent real structures where various types and levels of uncertainties ... -
Demonstrating the Worth of Recycled Aggregates - A Case Study from Qatar
( American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) , 2016 , Conference Paper)Recycled aggregates are widely used in unbound applications in many countries. However, in some areas the materials available may not meet all the requirements of the local specifications. This is the case in Qatar, where ... -
Performance of corrosion-aged Reinforced Concrete (RC) beams rehabilitated with Fabric-Reinforced Cementitious Matrix (FRCM)
( International Committee of the SCMT conferences , 2016 , Conference Paper)This paper reports on the feasibility of using fabric-reinforced cementitious matrix (FRCM) systems to rehabilitate corrosion-damaged reinforced concrete (RC) beams. Seven large-scale RC beams were constructed and tested ... -
Genetic algorithm use for internally resonating lattice optimization: Case of a beam-like metastructure
( Springer New York LLC , 2016 , Conference Paper)Metamaterial inspired structures, or metastructures, are structural members that incorporate periodic or nonperiodic inserts. Recently, a new class of metastructures has been introduced which feature chiral lattice inserts. ... -
Improving signalised intersections performance for better built environment
( Inderscience Publishers , 2016 , Conference Paper)Traffic delays are still a significant part of the daily commutes in most urban areas despite significant investments in infrastructure. Policy, design and operational measures are usually taken to reduce emissions from ... -
Sewer Inspection Prioritization Using a Defect-Based Bayesian Belief Network Model
( American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) , 2016 , Conference Paper)In order to successfully implement an asset management program, an accurate and reliable deterioration model for assets should be available. Deterioration models are considered as the basis for predicting and prioritizing ... -
The effect of end bearings on the dynamic behavior of Floating-Slab tracks with discrete Slab Units
( International Institute of Acoustics and Vibrations , 2016 , Conference Paper)Floating-slab tracks are known as one of the most effective means for reducing ground-borne vibration from railways. For such tracks, the rails are sitting on the top of a slab which is supported via resilient elements ... -
Fatigue Behaviour of Lightly Stabilised Granular Materials from Flexural and Indirect Diametral Tensile Testing
( American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) , 2016 , Conference Paper)The fatigue characteristic of a lightly stabilized granular material under traffic loading is an important consideration for the design of a pavement containing such material. This paper presents the evaluation of fatigue ... -
Characterization of lightly stabilized granular base materials using monotonic and cyclic load flexural testing
( American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) , 2016 , Article)Lightly cementitiously stabilized granular materials are generally characterized by their tensile properties and this paper examines the use of monotonic and cyclic load flexural testing to determine the tensile characteristics ...