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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 abiertoThis 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 ... -
Using UAVs and Photogrammetry in Bathymetric Surveys in Shallow Waters
(MDPI, 2023)Acceso abiertoThe use of UAV (unmanned aerial vehicle) platforms and photogrammetry in bathymetric surveys has been established as a technological advancement that allows these activities to be conducted safely, more affordably, and at ... -
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 restringidoA 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 ... -
Applying Project-Based Learning (PBL) for Teaching Virtual Design Construction (VDC)
(International Association of Online Engineering, 2023)Acceso abiertoLearning-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 ... -
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 abiertoThe 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 ... -
A 3D mathematical model of coupled stem cell-nutrient dynamics in myocardial regeneration therapy
(Elsevier Ltd., 2022)Acceso restringidoStem cell therapy is a promising treatment for the regeneration of myocardial tissue injured by an ischemic event. Mathematical modeling of myocardial regeneration via stem cell therapy is a challenging task, since the ... -
Modeling of Settlement and bearing Capacity of Shallow Foundations in Overconsolidated Clays
(Taiwan Geotechnical Society, 2022)Acceso restringidoThis paper focuses on the characterization of the fine-grained soils of Pucallpa and on theoretical and numerical analyses of their bearing capacity. A review of data related with field investigation and laboratory testing ... -
Effect of lithological and geotechnical characteristics on the generation of debris flows in the arid basin of Mirave, Peru
(Institute for Environmental Research in Hydrographic Basins (IPABHi), 2022)Acceso abiertoStudies concerning the debris flows in mountain areas are relevant because of their potential negative effects on the human communities and infrastructure in their areas of influence. To advance the understanding of the ... -
Exploring the relationship between mental health-related problems and undergraduate student dropout: A case study within a civil engineering program
(Elsevier, 2022)Acceso abiertoDropout has always been a concerning issue within higher education. This research explores the relationship between mental health-related problems and undergraduate students’ dropout rates amid the COVID-19 pandemic and ... -
Determination of Polypropylene Fiber-Reinforced Concrete Compressive Strength and Elasticity Modulus via Ultrasonic Pulse Tests
(MDPI, 2022)Acceso abiertoCompressive strength and elasticity modulus are the main mechanical properties of concrete. The non-destructive ultrasound pulse test can be used to determine these properties without compromising the structure’s integrity. ... -
Dataset of manually classified images obtained from a construction site
(Elsevier, 2022)Acceso abiertoA manually classified dataset of images obtained by four static cameras located around a construction site is presented. Eight object classes, typically found in a construction environment, were considered. The dataset ... -
High pressure effect in the near-infrared emission of Nd3+-doped alkali silicate glasses
(Taylor & Francis, 2022)Acceso restringidoThe effect of high pressure (7.7 GPa) densification on the absorption and near-infrared emission of Nd-doped lithium, sodium and potassium disilicate glasses was investigated. Judd-Ofelt parameters O¿ (¿ = 2, 4 and 6) were ... -
A Methodology for Embedding Building Information Modelling (BIM) in an Undergraduate Civil Engineering Program
(MDPI, 2022)Acceso abiertoUndergraduate 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 ... -
Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) Framework: A Current Review, Update and Discussion
(MDPI, 2022)Acceso abiertoCompared with other industries, construction has maintained one of the lowest growth rates in productivity and innovation over the last decades. Moreover, low compliance with schedule targets has remained a common issue ... -
Solutions and limitations of the geomatic survey of an archaeological site in hard to access areas with a latest generation smartphone: the example of the Intihuatana stone in Machu Picchu (Peru)
(International Measurement Confederation, 2022)Acceso abiertoArchaeological remains need to be geometrically surveyed and set in absolute reference systems in order to allow a "virtual visit" and to create "digital twins" useful in case of deterioration for proper restoration. Some ... -
Status of management of children´s vaccine supply chain in Peru
(Editorial Ciencias Medicas, 2022)Introduction: Countries face different challenges in managing vaccine supply. In Peru, the process of vaccinating children has specific challenges such as geographical conditions, infrastructure and administrative issues. ... -
Exploiting HBIM for Historical Mud Architecture: The Huaca Arco Iris in Chan Chan (Peru)
(MDPI, 2022)Acceso abiertoThe construction technique of raw earth, which has always been in use in most of the world, has left large monuments or architectural complexes to cultural heritage that need special attention due to the notable vulnerability ... -
Integrating a LiDAR Sensor in a UAV Platform to Obtain a Georeferenced Point Cloud
(MDPI, 2022)Acceso abiertoThe combination of light detection and ranging (LiDAR) sensors and unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) platforms have garnered considerable interest in recent years because of the wide range of applications performed through ... -
Experimental Volume Incidence Study and the Relationship of Polypropylene Macrofiber Slenderness to the Mechanical Strengths of Fiber-Reinforced Concretes
(MDPI, 2022)Acceso abiertoAn experimental study was conducted to examine the mechanical strengths of concretes with straight high-strength knurled polypropylene macrofibers. Incidences of concrete mechanical strengths were determined for three ... -
A Comparative Analysis of Production Metrics across VDC Implementations
(American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), 2022)Acceso restringidoProduction metrics (PM) are important yardsticks for AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) teams to determine whether their projects are on track. This paper reports on research that looked for empirical evidence ...
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