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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 ... -
Estimation of Suspended Sediment Concentration along the Lower Brazos River using Satellite Imagery and Machine Learning
(2023-08-23)**Please note that the full text is embargoed until 8/1/2024** ABSTRACT: Suspended sediment transport in river basins is important for many water management planning activities to maintain safe drinking water for the ... -
ASSESSING THE TREATMENT EFFICIENCY OF EXPANDED SHALE AS A FILTER MEDIUM IN A BIOSWALE
(2023-08-21)**Please note that the full text is embargoed until 08/01/2024** This thesis presents a laboratory investigation focusing on the use of expanded shale as a filter media in bioswales. Bioswales are known for their effectiveness ... -
INVESTIGATION AND PROPOSED REMEDY OF VIBRATION PROBLEM IN INDUSTRIAL CRANE SYSTEM DUE TO HUMAN OPERATION
A recent investigation of a crane system began when a facilities manager reported a runway beam under-going torsional vibration during operations. The investigation revealed the runway beam’s twisting was caused by resonance ... -
The study of screws under bending for curtain wall head and sill anchors
The study of screws under bending is a very important topic for the solution of anchors (connections) of the vertical members of a Curtain Wall or Storefront that connects top and bottom thru Head and Sill anchors. When ... -
An Experimental Investigation Of Icephobicity And Hydrophobicity Of Concrete Surface Treated With PAVIX
(2022-08-15)High ice adhesion is a significant problem in several industries. The majority of practical issues brought on by ice adhesion are still not fully resolved, and the ice-adhesion mechanism is still poorly understood. Ice ... -
DEVELOPMENT OF A DECESION TREE TO REHABILITATE OR REPLACE THE ST. FRANCIS BRIDGE OVER IH-30
(2022-12-19)**Please note that the full text is embargoed until 12/16/2024** ABSTRACT: The ASCE infrastructure report card indicated that about 42% of the nation’s bridges are over 50 years old, and 7.5% of the bridges are structurally ... -
Experimental Study of Flow Characteristics and Geometry of Scour Hole Around Cylindrical Piers Subject to Wave and Current
(2022-08-15)This thesis concerns the unique flow structure around bridge piers under the wave and current conditions. The flow characteristics around piers may change depending on the flow conditions and geometry of the pier. These ... -
Fire Performance of Hybrid Fiber Reinforced Self-Consolidating Concrete (HFRSCC) with Glass Pozzolan
(2021-12-17)This research focuses on the effects of hybridizing self-consolidating concrete (SCC) using steel (SF) and polypropylene (PP) fibers to study their benefits post-fire exposure. In an attempt to reduce cement’s environmental ... -
ASSESSMENT OF STORMWATER INFRASTRUCTURE FOR MITIGATING FLOODING AND NON-POINT SOURCE POLLUTION
(2021-12-14)Flooding is the top natural hazard impacting coastal and inland communities in Texas. Beyond its destructive impact on rising waters in communities, flooding-induced stormwater negatively affects the quality of large bodies ... -
FURTHER DEVELOPMENT OF ULTRA-HIGH-PERFORMANCE FIBER REINFORCED CONCRETE (UHP-FRC): 3D PRINTING, SIFCON, ALTERNATIVE FIBERS, SHRINKAGE CRACK CONTROL, HIGH TEMPERATURE, AND LIGHTWEIGHT
(2021-08-10)Introduction of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning in manufacturing industry also in every service industry, decreasing conventional skilled workforce and stagnated construction industry, probability and ... -
ENVIRONMENTAL AND HEALTH IMPLICATIONS OF MINE TAILING-BASED CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS IN DEVELOPING COMMUNITIES: CURRENT PRACTICES AND WAYS FORWARD
(2021-08-05)For many years, artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) communities around the world have been developing strategies to reduce contaminated mine tailings produced by mineral processing operations. These mine tailings are ... -
Analyze the effect of urbanization and development over the flow regime and river channel hydraulics of the Big Bear creek channel
(2023-06-06)This thesis focuses on investigating the influence of urbanization and development on flow regime and river channel hydraulics in the Bear Creek watershed, Texas using a comprehensive set of hydrologic and 1D/2D coupled ... -
Optimization of Primary Chemical Feed Rates and Application Points at an Existing Potable Water Treatment Plant
(2023-06-05)Due to a major upset in the treatment processes for the Dallas County Park Cities Municipal Utility District caused by a required change in treatment techniques, an optimization study was conducted to find the best treatment ... -
Use of Smartphone Apps While Driving: Variations on driving performances, perceived risks and behaviors
(2023-05-19)**Please note that the full text is embargoed until 05/15/2024** ABSTRACT: Distracted driving increases the crash frequencies on the road and subsequently leads to fatalities involved with crashes. As technology has evolved, ... -
Application of Photogrammetry for Monitoring Soil Surface Movement
(2023-05-19)Understanding slope behavior and forecasting failure requires accurate soil surface movement measurements. Research gaps and constraints remain despite the development of diverse methods. Recently, photogrammetry has become ... -
Reuse of Recycled Plastic for Subgrade Treatment
(2022-12-19)Disposal of solid waste becomes a global issue due to it contains a large amount of non- degradable polymers and may lead to many environmental issues. With the scarcity of space for landfilling and due to ever increasing ... -
EVALUATION OF RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN SULFATE CONTENT AND ELECTRICAL RESISTIVITY
(2022-12-19)Texas soils typically have sulfate content due to certain geologic formation types. Soil sulfate needs to be identified and quantified to minimize damage to infrastructure caused by sulfate-induced heave. Electrical ... -
Sustainable and Inclusive Engineering: The Use of Mentors and Sustainable Remediation to Increase the Presence of Underrepresented Groups in Engineering
(2022-08-12)The recruitment and retention of underrepresented groups in engineering, such as women, has been a priority for many decades to diversify the profession to meet the current demand for engineers. Unfortunately, barriers ... -
FEASIBILITY ASSESSMENT OF PRODUCTION OF LIQUID ORGANIC FERTILIZER (LOF) FROM FOOD WASTE FOR SUSTAINABLE WASTE MANAGEMENT
(2021-05-04)The increasing volume of food waste is responsible for the generation of potent greenhouse gases and is resulting in the wastage of valuable resources. In all regions of the world, the percentage of food waste in municipal ...