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Developing a framework for calculating LCA normalization factors for the State of Qatar
( Canadian Society for Civil Engineering , 2013 , Conference Paper)Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) has recently emerged as a powerful tool for assessing the environmental impact of materials, systems and processes used in building construction. With its ability to clarify the ambiguities of the ... -
Practical teaching and its importance in teaching civil engineering
( Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) , 2013 , Conference Paper)Students pursuing their civil engineering degree usually learn the theory part in class but may struggle to relate theory to practice if the instructor has no industry experience. Engineering graduates can benefit more ... -
The significance of industry experience in civil engineering education
( Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) , 2013 , Conference Paper)Students pursuing their civil engineering degree usually learn the theory part in class but may struggle relating theory to practice if the instructor have no industry experience. Engineering graduates can benefit more ... -
Finite element modelling of shear strengthened reinforced concrete beams
( International Institute for FRP in Construction (IIFC) , 2013 , Conference Paper)This research aims at creating precise finite element models for FRP shear strengthened concrete beams. It is inspired by the fact that the determination of the structural behaviour of the shear strengthened beams requires ... -
A solid-phase extractant based on microemulsion modified date pits for toxic pollutants
( Elsevier , 2013 , Article)Application of microemulsion modified raw date pits as an inexpensive solid extractant for removing methylene blue (MB), copper ion (Cu2+) and cadmium ion (Cd2+) has been presented. The results summarised herein are also ... -
Status quo and critical review of PPV safe limits for subsurface construction blasting close to low-rise buildings
( Taylor and Francis - Balkema , 2013 , Conference Paper)Subsurface construction blasting may result sever man-made ground vibrations.Waves generated due to detonating a charge in a solid medium like rock generate particle movement and travel at different wave velocities. As ... -
Scales of flows: Qatar and the urban legacies of mega events
( Emerald , 2013 , Article)In 2022, Qatar will become the first Middle Eastern and Arab country to host such an important Mega-Event as the FIFA World Cup. Global cultural and sporting Mega Events have driven the urban transformation of cities such ... -
Simplified vibration response prediction for slender monumental stairs
( American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) , 2014 , Conference Paper)Slender monumental stairs are major architectural features in hotels, condominiums, hospitals, and other high-end building structures. Architectural requirements for these are usually very aggressive, with long spans and ... -
Estimating the elastic settlement of vertically loaded single piles in rock
( Trans Tech Publications , 2014 , Article)An extensive finite element analysis was performed to study the settlement behavior of vertically loaded piles entirely embedded in non-homogeneous rock. To avoid utilizing interrelated parameters, pile-rock relative ... -
Evaluation of Combined Excavation Waste and Reclaimed Asphalt Pavement Aggregates for Use in Road Bases and Sub-bases
( OMICS International , 2014 , Article)More than 15 million tons of aggregates are imported each year to Qatar from neighbouring countries. Large quantities of waste materials (around 20 million tons/year) from excavation waste, demolition rubble and reclaimed ... -
A model for predicting failure of oil pipelines
( Taylor & Francis , 2014 , Article)Oil and gas pipelines transport millions of dollars of goods everyday worldwide. Even though they are the safest way to transport petroleum products, pipelines do still fail generating hazardous consequences and irreparable ... -
Implementation of mechanistic-empirical pavement analysis in the State of Qatar
( Taylor & Francis , 2014 , Article)The State of Qatar is experiencing tremendous growth in infrastructure including road network and highways. The current methods used in design of asphalt pavements in the State of Qatar are empirical and might not be ... -
Uptake of Reactive Black 5 by pumice and walnut activated carbon: Chemistry and adsorption mechanisms
( Elsevier , 2014 , Article)The potential of using pumice and walnut wood activated carbon as low-cost adsorbents for the removal of the diazo dye Reactive Black 5 (RB5) from aqueous solutions was investigated. The Langmuir isotherm fit to the data ... -
Stability charts for uniform slopes in soils with nonlinear failure envelopes
( Elsevier B.V. , 2014 , Article)Based on the results of an extensive parametric study, charts were developed for assessment of the stability of uniform slopes in soils with nonlinear shear strength failure envelopes. The study was conducted using envelopes ... -
Numerical modeling of shear strengthened reinforced concrete beams using different systems
( American Society of Civil Engineers , 2014 , Article)This research aims at creating finite-element models for fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) shear strengthened concrete beams. It is inspired by the fact that the determination of the structural behavior of shear strengthened ... -
The Effect of Aluminium Dross on Mechanical and Corrosion Properties of Concrete
( OMICS International , 2014 , Article)It is the objective of this project is to investigate the mechanical and chemical behaviour of new concrete type obtained by adding aluminium dross which is an impure aluminium mixture that results from metals melting and ... -
Experimental investigation of the influence of grain geometry on residual NAPL using synchrotron microtomography
( Elsevier B.V. , 2014 , Article)The objective of this work was to investigate the impact of grain geometry (size and shape) of porous media on the morphology of residual NAPL. Synchrotron microtomography was used to obtain maps of residual NAPL in ... -
Characterisation of fatigue resistance of alternative pavement design for the state of Qatar
( Taylor and Francis - Balkema , 2014 , Conference Paper)Asphalt mixtures have been designed in the past in the State of Qatar to safeguard against permanent deformation associated with high temperatures. These mixtures are typically designed to have low content of unmodified ... -
Condition prediction models for oil and gas pipelines using regression analysis
( American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) , 2014 , Article)Although they are the safest means of transporting oil and gas products, pipelines can sometimes fail with hazardous consequences and large business losses. The decision to replace, repair, or rehabilitate depends mainly ... -
Use of local discarded materials in concrete
( Elsevier , 2014 , Article)Steel slag, a by-product of steel manufacturing, is generated in large quantities in Qatar. In fact, it is estimated that more than 400,000tons of steel slag are generated annually in the country. Gravel, resulting from ...