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Mathematical Model for the Predictionof Compressive Strength of High Performance Concrete (HPC) Containing Saw Dust Ash and Superplasticizer
Abstract: This paper examined the prediction of compressive strength of High Performance Concrete (HPC) containing Saw Dust Ash (SDA) and Conplast SP 430 (superplasticizer), using Osadebe’s regression theory.The model developed was tested for adequacy at 95 % level of confidence using F-Statistic and was found to be reliable. A computer program written in visual basic 6.0 based on the model formulated was invoked for quick prediction of the mix ratios corresponding …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 15–28 Read article
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Optimization of Compressive Strength of Snail Shell Ash Blended Cement Concrete
Abstract: In this paper, a mathematical model is developed to optimize the compressive strength and the corresponding values of the mixture proportions of snail shell ash blended cement concrete using Scheffe’s regression method.A computer program written in qbasic language was invoked to quicken the selection of the cheapest mix ratios and the corresponding value of compressive strength of concrete. The mix ratio that optimized the compressive strength was found to be …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 29–37 Read article
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Revitalization of the Quality Engineering Education in Nigeria: Special attention to Funding and Implementation Strategies
Abstract: The dilemma of funding and financing of engineering programmes in universities and polytechnics in Nigeria has become a serious issues, often times resulting into strikes and closures of institution of learning. As a result of this, there is urgent need for revitalization of engineering education for effectiveness and maximum output for development of our nation Nigeria. The very fact that these problems are yet to be tackled by the government …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 38–47 Read article
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Analysis of Critical Success Factors for Metro Construction Projects in India
Abstract: Critical success factors pertain to the objectives, principles, and economical performance of theproject. To understand goals and which methods are accustomed to achieve them and also the way tomake efficient its output, these all support designed critical success factor. It is well-known that theconstruction management or industries having dynamic nature due to its everywhere disseminationthrough technologies and within the developing countries, the construction industry is one altogetherthe foremost job creators. …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Design and Analysis of G+5 Hospital Building using Prefabricated Construction Technique
Abstract: The construction in India is developing at a fast rate of growth. For fast growing population, it is essential to construct more hospital building with lesser cost and lesser time. Reduction in cost of structure can be made by several ways and one such way is to use prefabrication construction techniques. To reduce the overall cost and to reduce the construction time of buildings, prefabricated construction techniques are adopted. In …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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The Financial Implication of Weather Condition as a Determinant of On-Site Productivity and Contract Duration
Abstract: The effects of weather conditions on construction projects is an identifiable one as inclement weather can cause a lot of upset in works being executed, particularly in substructure and the wet trades such as concrete works. A cold dry weather harsh weather as in the case of the harmattan period causes drying out before concrete sets. Wet weather such as those experienced during the rainy seasons, which in the Niger …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 6–14 Read article
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Application of Grouted Mechanical Couplers in Accelerated Bridge Construction
Abstract: This paper presents two research projects that investigated the performance of the grouted coupler connection details developed for accelerated bridge construction applications. The goal of the first project was to conduct laboratory test and evaluation of the grouted rebar coupler connections similar to those utilized on the Keg Creek Bridge on US Highway 6, the first replacement bridge in Iowa constructed entirely with modular and accelerated bridge construction technologies. The …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 32–48 Read article
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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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A Review on Old Building Environment and Indoor Microbials
Abstract: People naturally want to comprehend their surroundings. Today, developed nations spend over 90% of their populations indoors, mostly in structures and environments constructed, controlled, and planned by humans. Since individuals go from their homes to their employment, germs are continuous with and around them. Indoor microorganisms cohabit with outside soil and water bacteria. It is commonly found in animals, plants, rodents, and water tracked indoors on shoes and breathed in. …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Mathematical Model to Monitor Concrete Compressive Strength Partially Replaced with Periwinkle and Palm Kernel Shell as Aggregate
Abstract: This research work monitor that application of periwinkle and palm kernel shell as partial replacement for aggregate, the study are carried out applying modeling and simulation techniques, concrete are normally heterogeneous in most cases, but the study try to examine the growth rate of the material on their compressive strength, such process were carried out using these two locally sourced material at different percentage of replacement for aggregate, the study …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 6–28 Read article
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A Review on the Use of Nano-Silica in Cementitious Compositions
Abstract: With the advent of nanotechnology, the material properties of the concrete industry, allows engineers and architects to use various materials in structural applications that were once impossible. Nowadays, the researchers are mainly focusing on the basic technology of cementitious material at nano/atomic level. The researchers are continuing to improve the durability and sustainability of concrete and have realised significant enhancement in mechanical properties of nano-silica incorporated cementitious materials. This review …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 1–15 Read article
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Prediction of Compressive Strength of Concrete with Decision Trees
Abstract: In the past few researchers predicted the compressive strength of concrete from its ingredients employing data driven technique like artificial neural network (ANN) and Decision Tree (DT). For Indian concrete records, only one study was available which had employed ANN for prediction. Evaluation of different performance metrics indicated that there was scope of improvement in the prediction performance. In this paper experimental data from the literature was utilized for development …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 19–29 Read article
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Effect of Elevated Temperature on Compressive Strength and Flexural Strength of Fiber Reinforced Concrete
Abstract: Now a day concrete is being used extensively in the construction that might be subjected to elevated temperatures. The behavior of concrete structures at elevated temperatures is significant importance in predicting the safety of structures in response to certain accidents or particular service conditions. This paper deals with the mechanical properties of concrete with steel fibers subjected to temperatures up to 500°C. The specimens were kept in oven for 1 …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 19–32 Read article
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A Review on Experimental Investigation of Fibre Reinforced Metakaolin-Based Geopolymer Concrete
Abstract: The development of new binders, as an alternative to Portland cement (PC), by alkaline activation, is a current researcher’s interest. As Concrete is the most commonly used material for construction. The worldwide production of cement has greatly increased after 1990. Production of cement results in a lot of environmental pollution as it involves the emission of CO2 gas. There are many ways to which we can reduce environmental pollution (carbon …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 44–55 Read article
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Empirical Model Relativity of Flexural and Compressive Strength of Concrete Produced with Foundry Waste Sand as Partial Replacement
Abstract: The evaluation presented in this research is to establish the correlation between compressive strength of concrete and flexural strength of concrete of grade 20 at mix ratio of 1:2:4 produced using foundry waste sand as a partial replacement for river sand at different replacement level of 0%, 5%, 10%, 15%, 20% and 25%. The aimed compressive strength was achieved at 15% replacement and the corresponding flexural strength of 3.14 N/mm2was …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 5–10 Read article
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Suitability of Concrete Containing Fly Ash Along with Alccofine
Abstract: With the growing urbanization and rising standard of living and purchasing power of men the demand of concrete does not look to become dormant. But due to limited supply of non-renewable constituents of concrete they are needed to be preserved for the future generation, so there is utmost necessity of using supplementary waste materials in concrete. With advancement in science and technology itis made possible that the waste materials like …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 15–20 Read article
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Utilization of E-Waste in Concrete
Abstract: E-waste or electronic waste is a term used for discarded electronic products that have become unwanted, non-working or outdated, and have basically touched the end of their useful life. The amount of e-waste materials that needs to be disposed off keeps increasing day by day which make e-waste a developing issue posing serious pollution problems to the mankind and the environment, not only in India but also globally. Reusing e-waste …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 42–49 Read article
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Effect of Accelerated Curing and Normal Curing Regimes on UFGGBFS-Based Semi-Lightweight Concrete
Abstract: This paper deals with the performance of semi-lightweight concrete (sLWC), prepared by using calcite powder pellets as coarse aggregates which was improved by partial replacement of cement with UFGGBFS (ultrafine ground granulated blast-furnace slag). Cement could be replaced by UFGGBFS as 0%, 5%, 10%, 15%, 20%, 25%, 30%, 35%, 40%, 45%, 50%, 55%, 60%, 65%, and 70% to enhance the strength and durability properties of concrete. High-range water-reducing admixtures (HRWA) …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Mechanical Behavior of Fly Ash Concrete A Critical Review
Abstract: Concrete structure is the most common all over the world. Cement is the major ingredient of concrete. Though the raw materials needed for manufacture of cement are available in most parts of the world, many countries have severe shortage of cement, although their needs are vast. The search for suitable substitute for cement, either partially or fully, has thus become a challenge for planning the development of many of the …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 29–43 Read article
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Usage of fly ash and slag as supplementary cementitious materials in engineered cementitious composites (ECCs) – A Review
Abstract: Researchers evolved Engineered Cementitious Composite (ECC) in the Nineties, belong to the family of high-performance fibre-reinforced cementitious composites. ECC, additionally known as bendable concrete as a ductile alternative to conventional concrete. ECC requires a huge amount ofsupplementary cementitious material (fly ash), contributing to sustainable development. In this paper, a review of ECC studied with supplementary cementitious materialswhich includefly ash and slag. ECC has better tensile strength, ductility and durability properties …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 44–55 Read article