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Exploring Crowd Management and Evacuation Strategies using Microscopic Pedestrian Simulation: A Case Study of Souq Waqif
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Qatar University Press
, 2023 , Conference Paper)
Safe egress plans are critical for crowd evacuation at touristic attractions, particularly during special events, as visitors are often unaware of their options. Identification of bottlenecks in the walking spaces are vital ...
Hardened Properties of Self-Compacting Concrete Incorporating Recycled Granite Waste as Fine Aggregate
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Qatar University Press
, 2023 , Conference Paper)
The present paper investigates the hardened properties of self-compacting concrete by reusing granite waste to replace natural fin aggregates. The reuse of solid wastes as powder or aggregates allows us to produce sustainable ...
Self-compacting Backfills using Fly Ash and Dredged Marine Sediments for Public Work Applications
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Qatar University Press
, 2023 , Conference Paper)
Sediment accumulation at the bottom of ports disrupts maritime activities and disturbs the physicochemical balance of water bodies. In France, the maintenance of the 6500-kilometer long coastline would require the extraction ...
Planning and Implementing of Effective Enabling Works for a Successful TBM Tunnelling Project
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Qatar University Press
, 2023 , Conference Paper)
The outfall tunnel, which forms part of the Musaimer Pump Station and Outfall project (MPSO), is a 10.2 km long subsea tunnel that extends from the south coast of Doha, starting onshore, and continues under the Arabian ...
Enhancing the Bond Durability of Basalt Fiber Reinforced Polymer Bars Using Basalt-Macro Fiber Reinforced Concrete
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Qatar University Press
, 2023 , Conference Paper)
This paper presents a study about the bond durability of basalt fiber reinforced polymers (BFRP) bars embedded in concrete incorporating basalt macro fibers (BMF) when conditioned in harsh saline environment at 60 °C. A ...
An Analytical Review of Attempts to Mitigate Visual Pollution in Urban Settings
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Qatar University Press
, 2023 , Conference Paper)
Visual pollution is the main issue rising in urban settings these days. The residents of the built environment or the surrounding communities are negatively impacted by this sort of pollution. Visual pollution reduces ...
Ashghal Quality Assurance & Quality Control system - QSD Role in Monitoring & Reporting the Quality Performance in Ashghal Projects
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Qatar University Press
, 2023 , Conference Paper)
Ashghal has established a robust system of quality control and quality assurance for all projects constructed by Ashghal. Ashghal Departments are supervising a sophisticated system of quality control and quality assurance ...
Theoretical Simulation of Thermal Deformations in Concrete Beams Reinforced with Two Overlapped FRP Bars in Cold Regions
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Qatar University Press
, 2023 , Conference Paper)
The thermal incompatibility in transverse direction between concrete and fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) bars may cause tensile circumferential cracks within concrete under low temperatures, and consequently, the failure ...
The Urban Morphology of Mshereib, the Heart of Downtown Doha
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Qatar University Press
, 2023 , Conference Paper)
Doha experienced a remarkable transformation since oil and natural gas exportation began in the mid-twentieth century. Rapid urbanization and globalization ('process of interaction and integration among people, companies, ...
Widening of an Existing Bridge to Accommodate Two Traffic Lanes - Al Bustan South Project in Qatar
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Qatar University Press
, 2023 , Conference Paper)
Driven by Qatar National Vision 2030 and catering to the 2022 FIFA World Cup, Qatar is undertaking an extraordinary and ambitious programme of infrastructure development to deliver a world-class new and upgraded road ...