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Procurement and Deployment of Equipment for Contracts in Civil Engineering Construction
Abstract: Many contracts have suffered a lot of delays and have faced challenges due to procurement-related matters and inadequate manpower to handle equipment for optimal performance. This study was aimed at the procurement of equipment and utilization of machines in civil engineering contracts. Methodology is basically site visitation, literature review and discussion with engineers, experts and workers on site. Parameters are liable for the procurement of materials and utilizing their lead …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 29–37 Read article
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Development of Smart Strips in The House for Safety Monitoring
Abstract: The safety monitoring of residential premises has emerged as a subject of significant interest among numerous researchers. The exploration of effective methods and technologies for ensuring the safety of residential spaces has garnered considerable attention and continues to be a focal point of research efforts.. Moreover, this monitoring and control are greatly facilitated these days with the advancement in wireless data transmission technology. A smart Wireless sensor network is the …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 30–38 Read article
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Innovative Concrete Composites: Assessing Mechanical Strength with Fly Ash, Glass, and Granite Waste Incorporation
Abstract: Waste management poses a significant challenge for countries in both current and future contexts. The generation of solid waste from various industries, such as stone, glass, coal, and tires, constitutes a major issue in India, leading to significant environmental and health concerns for the surrounding population. This study addresses these challenges by exploring the utilization of waste granite and glass powder as materials to replace sand and cement, respectively, with …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 37–45 Read article
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Advantage of Microsilica in Concrete Compressive Strength
Abstract: Abstract Microsilica is an undefined sort of silica tidy for the most part gathered in sack house channels as by-result of the silicon and ferro-silicon generation. The paper condenses essential physical and synthetic properties of miniaturized scale silica and utilizes those outcomes for an assessment of small scale silica from a Health Safety and Environment (HSE) point of view. Small scale silica comprises of circular particles with a normal molecule …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 37–43 Read article
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Climate Change – Causal Factors and Impacts with Special Reference to India
Abstract: The change of climate during the last few decades have witnessed frequent floods, droughts, loss of agriculture yield, effect on water resource, food security, rise in sea levels, impact on coastal areas, biodiversity and ecological changes and occurrence of cyclones resulting into significant damage to life and health, property, land, agriculture, and economy. Climate change in earlier times were predominantly on account of natural factors due to changes in Earth’s …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 10–20 Read article
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Potential of Natural Fibres for Strengthening Existing Structures – A Review
Abstract: To rehabilitate the deficiencies in the existing structures, synthetic/artificial fiber reinforced polymer composites have been considered as an effective external strengthening material for construction industries since a long period, due to their outstanding performances like high strength-to-weight ratio, lightness, and resistance to corrosion. But few of their drawbacks in terms of high cost, environmental issues etc., they have been triggered the introduction and development of natural fibers. Natural fibres are …
Published in International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 38–46 Read article
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Preparation of Layout and Estimation of Sports Complex using Autodesk AutoCAD and Microsoft Excel Software: Review
Abstract: Sports, recreational activities are now widely accepted as fundamental elements of a good life. As sports being an important aspect of social life of human being, it brings in health and fitness followed by entertainment and social gatherings. In the process of development of infrastructure required for the betterment of sports in the society, the availability of sports complexes and sports ground becomes essential. A well designed infrastructure of a …
Published in International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 19–25 Read article
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Comparative Assessment of Drivers Characteristics at Baghdad Urban and Suburban Area
Abstract: Abstract The importance of road safety demands that the components of safe driving be understood. Variability among people, in terms of gender, age, socio-economic levels, education, health, driving experience, and tradition could have major impacts on the field of vision and the perception reaction time, which seem to be good measures of safe driving. In Baghdad, public efforts have managed to stabilize or decrease accident rates; however, because of the …
Published in International Journal of Transportation Engineering and Traffic System · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 15–24 Read article
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Flexural Behavior of Recycled Asphalt Concrete
Abstract: The operational health of the road network is of the utmost importance for economic and social life. Fatigue life is affected by the growth and accumulation of cracks, under the action of repeated vehicular loading, aging and effect of the environment. The flexural behavior of asphalt concrete depends mainly on the flexibility of the pavement mixture which deteriorate gradually with time. Recycling could be a suitable action to reserve such …
Published in International Journal of Transportation Engineering and Traffic System · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 32–37 Read article
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Study of Vehicle Emissions Using Regression Analysis
Abstract: The paper presents the study of vehicle emissions in different places in Guntur urban area of Andhra Pradesh state in India. The types of vehicular emissions considered for the study are carbon monoxide (CO) and hydro carbons (HC) for petrol engines, and carbon (k) for diesel engines. The data collected from the RTO approved pollution check up vehicles. Data collected for 2 wheelers, 3 wheelers and 4 wheelers along with …
Published in International Journal of Transportation Engineering and Traffic System · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 38–41 Read article
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Review article: Worthwhile Safeguard of Soil in India – A Need for Future Juveniles
Abstract: Soil is a mixture formed by a porous matrix, which consists of air, water and biota and its severe degradation is a major concern that depends on several factors. Soil problems are due to diversity, water problems, distribution and specific vulnerability of soils. They also depend on geography, relief and climate. In India soil conditions are degraded and are even further worsen by human behavior. Soil is a major part …
Published in International Journal of Water Resources Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 12–15 Read article
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Water Quality Mapping of Tirupur District During Seasonal Variation
Abstract: Groundwater is an essential and vital component of any life support system. It is not only the basic need for human existence but also a vital input for all development activities. Our prime aim should be to preserve and to maintain the balanced biological communities and sustainable stream ecosystem health. In this study, the quality of groundwater in study area is analysed using IS standard methods. A detailed geo-chemical study …
Published in International Journal of Water Resources Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–16 Read article
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Physico-Chemical Characteristics of Ground Water in Tirupur District
Abstract: Deterioration of ground water resources has been a major concern of human society. The aim is to preserve and to maintain the balanced biological communities and sustainable stream ecosystem health. The hydro chemical study is an important parameter for determining the water quality for the end-users. The study for the same has been carried on the ground water by collecting groundwater samples in Tirupur district. A total number of 25 …
Published in International Journal of Water Resources Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 36–42 Read article
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Rating of Water Quality of Rivers Water in Asari Toru L.G.A, Rivers State, Nigeria
Abstract: The aim of the assessment was to compute the water quality index (WQI) of Sama and Tema River at 20metres interval along horizontal direction of the river to determine the suitability of the water for purposes of public drinking, recreation and other usage. In this paper the functional parameters in evaluating quality of a water body were used in evaluating the water quality index (WQI) of the two river and …
Published in International Journal of Water Resources Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 62–69 Read article
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EFFECTS OF LOW FREQUENCY ULTRASOUND TREATMENT IN MITIGATING SULFATE REDUCING BACTERIA
Abstract: Biocorrosion is associated to microorganism such as Sulfate Reducing Bacteria (SRB) presence in the environment and cause deterioration of metallic and non-metallic materials. Chemical bactericides are commonly used to mitigate SRB in the treatment process of oilfield but this method comes with disadvantages such as lower in efficiency, environment pollution, high cost and health problems. This paper shows a systematic investigation of 20 kHz frequency Ultrasound (US) performance as an …
Published in International Journal of Water Resources Engineering · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Water QUALITY ANALYSIS AND REMEDIAL MEASURE FOR NEAR BY VILLAGE WAGHOLI (DOMKHEL VASTI)
Abstract: This paper presents groundwater quality of nearby village Wagholi (Domkhel Vasti). Four different locations were selected for the study and compared. The parameters studied were pH, Turbidity, Chloride Content, Total Hardness. From overall analysis, it was observed that there was a slight fluctuation in the Turbidity, Chloride Content, Total Hardness among the water samples studied. Comparison of the result of the water sample with IS 10500:2012 showed that the certain …
Published in International Journal of Water Resources Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 23–27 Read article
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Innovative Solutions to Water Supply Challenges through Water Sanitation and Hygiene Practices in Nigeria
Abstract: Innovative solutions to water supply and challenges in Nigeria can be achieved through effective and all encompassing Water Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) implementation strategies. This paper examined innovative solutions to water supply challenges through water sanitation and hygiene practices. Methodology used includes thorough investigation of WASH activities in Nigeria, expert opinions and literature surveys. Findings reveal that some communities in Nigeria are yet to fully utilize WASH services. In order …
Published in International Journal of Water Resources Engineering · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 21–31 Read article
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DEPLOYMENT OF FINANCIAL STRATEGIES TO URBAN WATER SANITATION AND WASTEWATER MANAGEMENT IN NIGERIA
Abstract: Adequate urban water sanitation and financial strategies can be deployed to wastewater management in Nigeria to engender the health and wealth of the populace. This paper is focused on urban sanitation and how financial planning can be utilized to foster wastewater management in Nigeria. The methodology employed in this paper involves critical observation of the current situation, literature review and several processes which include identification of the challenges of urban …
Published in International Journal of Water Resources Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 12–26 Read article
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Use Case Specifications and their Basic Flow Design for Village Information System Management through Web based Application
Abstract: Village Information System helps in the management of village related information’s in a technological environment, which will help the rural planners for the planning and implementation of plans in rural areas. It basically reduces the time and cost involved with the creation of data base for the planning. It comprises of all the information related to the facilities, infrastructure, education, health, population, building type, etc.
Published in International Journal of Distributed Computing and Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 18–34 Read article
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Efficient and Enhanced Attribute-Based Encryption for Cloud Computing
Abstract: Cloud computing is a web-based computing that provides shared resources on demand. Resources utility can be increased or decreased as per demand. Cloud computing offers users to pay only for what they use and work load they use. Cloud computing mainly aims to cut down the cost by sharing the resources. Clouds are used in real time application like Google Email Communication, Google Docs, Microsoft Sky Drive and Amazon S3, …
Published in International Journal of Distributed Computing and Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 5–8 Read article