Browsing Department of Civil Engineering by Title
Now showing items 76-95 of 631
-
Comparative Analysis Of Flood Frequency Based On Radar-based Precipitation Data And Precipitation Trends
(Civil & Environmental Engineering, 2014-09-17)This study utilizes radar-based precipitation data from the National Weather Service West Gulf River Forecast Center to extract the depth-area-duration relationships via the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' software HEC-MetVue. ... -
Comparative Application Of Two Nanoparticles In Cement Mortar
(Civil & Environmental Engineering, 2013-07-22)Carbon Nanotubes (CNTs) and Carbon Nanofibers (CNFs) are two of the most promising advanced materials in the construction industry due to their excellent material properties. In this study, their application in cement ... -
Comparative Damage Of Different Truck Configurations On Jointed Plain Concrete Pavement
(Civil & Environmental Engineering, 2009-09-16)This study estimated the damage done by trucks with 35 different configurations on a typical structure of a Jointed Plain Concrete Pavement. The configurations were proposed by New York Department of Transportation, the ... -
COMPARATIVE MECHANICAL PROPERTY EVALUATION OF ULTRA-HIGH-PERFORMANCE CONCRETE REINFORCED WITH HIGH-STRENGTH STEEL STRAIGHT AND HOOKED FIBERS
(2023-08-15)This study investigates the tensile properties and ductility of ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC) reinforced with high-strength steel hooked fibers with a tensile strength of 445 ksi (3,070 MPa) and compares its tensile ... -
A Comparative Study Of Carbon Nanotubes And Granular Activated Carbon: Physicochemical Properties And Adsorption Capacities
(Civil & Environmental Engineering, 2014-09-17)Adsorption technologies with activated carbon have proven their prominence in wide variety of industrial applications for the removal of pollutants from gaseous streams for generations. Nanoadsorbents due to their unique ... -
Comparison Of Adsorption Capacities Of Nanoadsorbents With Conventional Activated Carbon For Volatile Organic Compounds
(Civil & Environmental Engineering, 2007-08-23)This research explores the potential for using single wall carbon nanohorns (SWNHs) for adsorption of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) categorized as hazardous air pollutants and which contribute to ground level ozone ... -
A Comparison of Bituminous Coal-Based and Coconut Shell-Based Activated Carbon for Removal of Trace Hazardous Air Pollutants in Landfill Gas
(Scienceline PublicationsDepartment of Civil Engineering, The University of Texas at Arlington, 2013-11): This study explored adsorption as a method of controlling hazardous air pollutant emissions from landfill gas (LFG). In particular, the study compared bituminous coal-based (BPL) and coconut shell-based (OVC) activated ... -
Comparison Of Clinoptilolite With Gravel In A Recirculating Course Media Biofilter Treating Simulated Septic Tank Effluent
(Civil & Environmental Engineering, 2007-08-23)The main objective of the pilot scale study was to compare the performance of recirulating clinoptilolite biofilter with course gravel biofilter used to treat simulated septic tank effluent by simultaneous nitrification ... -
COMPARISON OF CONDITION PREDICTION MODELS TO PRIORITIZE SEWER PIPE INSPECTIONS
(2023-08-31)Over time, wastewater collection systems deteriorate, necessitating ongoing adjustments and the development of asset management frameworks by utility proprietors to maintain the performance of their assets. Any asset ... -
COMPARISON OF CONSTRUCTION METHODS FOR BUILDING AN UNDERGROUND FREIGHT TRANSPORTATION IN TEXAS
(2016-06-01)Freight transportation by trucks constitutes approximately 80% of total freight transportation in Texas and it is expected to approximately double by the year 2040. Social and environmental costs are adverse impacts of ... -
Comparison Of Deflection Measurement Methods Of Large Diameter Steel Pipes With Control Low Strength Material
(Civil & Environmental Engineering, 2014-07-14)This study investigates the structural integrity of large diameter (108 inch) steel pipes with mortar lining embedded with Controlled Low Strength Material (CLSM) during installation. Field tests were carried out in the ... -
Comparison Of Distributed Versus Lumped Hydrologic Simulation Models Using Stationary And Moving Storm Events Applied To Small Synthetic Rectangular Basins And An Actual Watershed Basin
(Civil & Environmental Engineering, 2008-04-22)The purpose of this investigation is to compare simulations using several artificial rectangular basins and a real drainage basin for distributed and lumped hydrologic models via results obtained with the U.S. Geological ... -
Comparison Of Dust Generation From Open Cut And Trenchless Technology Methods For Utility Construction
(Civil & Environmental Engineering, 2011-07-14)Construction industry has changed many aspects of human life and is still evolving at a rapid pace. New and better technologies which are environmentally friendly and safe are being introduced in this industry. But with ... -
COMPARISON OF ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL COSTS OF TRENCHLESS CURED-IN-PLACE PIPE RENEWAL METHOD WITH OPEN-CUT PIPELINE REPLACEMENT FOR SANITARY SEWERS
(2019-09-03)The development of underground infrastructure, environmental concerns, and economic trends is influencing society, resulting in the advancement of technology for more efficient, environment-friendly, and cost-effective ... -
COMPARISON OF GROUND MOVEMENTS DURING TRENCHLESS TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS FOR PIPE AND BOX INSTALLATIONS BY NUMERICAL ANALYSIS
(2018-05-07)Trenchless Technologies (TTs) are alternatives or methods of choice for the construction and renewal of buried pipe or box with little or no surface disruption. Specifically, TTs are used when other traditional methods, ... -
Comparison Of Measured And Predicted Response Of Six MnRoad Asphalt Test Sections
(Civil & Environmental Engineering, 2013-03-20)The study, sponsored by MnRoad, aimed to compare the measured and predicted values of strains and stresses for six cells 33, 34, 35, 77, 78 and 79 of the third MnRoad experiments. Cells 33, 34 and 35 were constructed for ... -
COMPARISON OF METHANE PRODUCTION FROM HOUSEHOLD WASTE
(2016-05-11)Anaerobic digestion is a biochemical process in which various microorganisms transform complex organic compounds to methane, along with carbon dioxide, water vapor and a small amount of other trace gases in absence of ... -
Comparison of Moduli of Kansas
(Transportation Research Board of the National Academies, 2010)Currently, hot-mix asphalt (HMA) mixture design and pavement structural design are not fully integrated, although Superpave® asphalt mixture design is somewhat project specific. The objective of this study was to compare ... -
Comparison Of Post-tensioned Cast In Place Concrete And Steel-concrete Composite Bent Caps
Civil engineering projects are conditioned not only by the technology available but also by resources availability as well as budget and construction time. Special conditions applicable to particular projects can also ... -
Comparison Of Prestressed Concrete Girders With Debonded Strands And Harped Strands
(Civil & Environmental Engineering, 2014-07-14)TxDOT standards follow a design that uses depressed strands for the prestressed concrete I-Girders. A new design criteria using debonded strands for prestressed concrete girders that is widely used in Europe is being ...