Buscar
Mostrando ítems 11-20 de 41
Influence of Synthetic Fibers on the Flexural Properties of Concrete: Prediction of Toughness as a Function of Volume, Slenderness Ratio and Elastic Modulus of Fibers
(MDPI, 2023)
Acceso abierto
The construction industry requires concrete with adequate post-cracking behavior for applications such as tunnels, bridges, and pavements. For this reason, polypropylene macrofibers are used, which are synthetic fibers ...
Analysis of delays and cost overruns of road construction projects in the Colombian Caribbean Region
(Nicolaus Copernicus University, 2023)
Acceso abierto
Construction projects are constantly threatened by delays and cost overruns that might compromise their viability. Th us, identifying the leading causes of these issues based on the experience of experienced professionals ...
Construction Process Optimization of Concrete Structural Elements Using VDC - Case Study (Building)
(Trans Tech Publications Ltd, 2023)
Acceso restringido
The construction industry is an engine of economic and social development; however, it is one of the industries that has grown the least in terms of productivity. Furthermore, it is characterized by inefficiencies that ...
Time Optimization Proposal for the Design and Execution of Plumbing Systems Implementing VDC Methodology: 6-Floor Building Case Study
(Trans Tech Publications Ltd, 2023)
Acceso restringido
In recent years, the architecture, engineering, and construction industry has been characterized by large losses of resources, time, and costs. One of the main reasons for this problem need for more integration and ...
Online learning environments for the promotion of undergraduate research in pandemic times: A case study in an engineering program
(Rajarambapu Institute Of Technology, 2023)
Acceso abierto
This case study explores the use of online learning environments as an alternative tool for the promotion of undergraduate research culture within an engineering program during the COVID-19 pandemic times. This context ...
Post-Cracking Properties of Concrete Reinforced with Polypropylene Fibers through the Barcelona Test
(Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI), 2023)
Acceso abierto
The Barcelona method was developed as an alternative to other tests for assessing the post-cracking behavior of fiber-reinforced concrete, with the main advantage being that it uses significantly smaller specimens compared ...
Applying Project-Based Learning (PBL) for Teaching Virtual Design Construction (VDC)
(International Association of Online Engineering, 2023)
Acceso abierto
Learning-centered models, which rely on active methodologies such as Project-Based Learning (PBL), should be adopted in undergraduate programs to potentiate the development of collaboration skills within future industry ...
A cost-benefit analysis for the appraisal of social and market prices in the probabilistic seismic risk assessment of building portfolios: A methodology for the evaluation of disaster risk reduction programs
(Elsevier, 2023)
Acceso restringido
A cost-benefit analysis can be a milestone for the probabilistic seismic risk assessment of building portfolios. This approach appraises social, economic, and technical aspects as evaluation criteria, becoming a reliable ...
Simplified methodological approach for estimating the mean repair time of building portfolios directed to the development of seismic resilience policies, based on the distribution of resources
(Springer, 2023)
Acceso restringido
Recovery from a catastrophic seismic event is dependent on multiple aspects involving resilience capacity. Disaster Risk Reduction management includes the development of policies focused on the preparedness to overcome the ...
A Methodology for Embedding Building Information Modelling (BIM) in an Undergraduate Civil Engineering Program
(MDPI, 2022)
Acceso abierto
Undergraduate programs face the permanent challenge of constantly transforming to keep an up-to-date curriculum according to globalization and internationalization processes. In the case of civil engineers, professional ...