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Promoting cycling activities in the State of Qatar: Challenges and potential treatments
( Elsevier B.V. , 2022 , Article)In the last few decades, cycling has received an increased attention due to its health, social, and economical benefits. Many countries are adopting different policies to encourage cycling as a daily mode of transport. In ... -
Properties of fibre-reinforced concrete made with discarded materials
( ICE Publishing , 2019 , Article)This research paper investigates the physical, chemical and mechanical properties of steel slag aggregates (SSA), gravel aggregates (GLA), natural gabbro aggregates (NGA), and the different fresh and hardened properties ... -
Proposed formulas for estimating splitting tensile, shear and flexural strengths, and long term deflection assessment of self-compacting concrete elements
( American Scientific Publishers , 2017 , Article)This paper investigated the splitting tensile and shear strengths and the modulus of rupture of Self Compacting Concrete (SCC) elements with fly ash, micro silica and polycarboxylate ether superplasticizer for various ... -
Public transport versus solo travel mode choices during the COVID-19 pandemic: Self-reported evidence from a developing country
( Elsevier , 2021 , Article)A sharp decline in public transport use has been reported worldwide since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. As the virus spreads through close contacts, particularly in closed environments, public transport vehicles ... -
Publisher Correction: Application of Metastructures for Targeted Low-Frequency Vibration Suppression in Plates (Journal of Vibration Engineering & Technologies, (2023), 11, 3, (887-897), 10.1007/s42417-022-00614-9)
( Springer , 2023 , Other)The publication of this article unfortunately contained a mistake, the Figs. 12b and 14b were missing. Below you can find the complete Figs. 12b and 14b: The original article has been corrected. -
Pull-off characterization of FRCM/Concrete interface
( Elsevier Ltd , 2019 , Article)Fabric-reinforced cementitious matrix (FRCM) composites are usually surface-applied for strengthening reinforced concrete (RC) structures. The efficacy of the FRCM strengthening systems is dependent on the FRCM/concrete ... -
Pure random orthogonal search (PROS): A plain and elegant parameterless algorithm for global optimization
( MDPI AG , 2021 , Article)A new, fast, elegant, and simple stochastic optimization search method is proposed, which exhibits surprisingly good performance and robustness considering its simplicity. We name the algorithm pure random orthogonal search ... -
Quantification of structural damage with self-organizing maps
( Springer New York LLC , 2016 , Conference Paper)One of the main tasks in structural health monitoring process is to create reliable algorithms that are capable of translating the measured response into meaningful information reflecting the actual condition of the monitored ... -
Quantifying morphology of sands using 3D imaging
( American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) , 2015 , Article)Particle morphology plays a significant role in influencing engineering behavior of granular materials. Surface texture, roundness, and sphericity represent distinct multiscale measures needed to fully describe particle ... -
Quantifying savings in spaces energy demands and CO2 emissions by shading and lighting controls in the Arabian Gulf
( Elsevier Ltd , 2018 , Article)Despite the deceleration in worldwide annual energy consumption and CO2 emissions, many countries, such as in the Arabian Gulf, are still unarguably far from following this international trend. This study investigates the ... -
Quantifying the impact of COVID–19 preventive measures on traffic in the State of Qatar
( Elsevier , 2021 , Article)Ever since the beginning of 2020, the mobility of people and goods all over the world has been extremely limited as a result of movement restrictions imposed by local authorities as part of several other efforts to stop ... -
QUCoughScope: An Intelligent Application to Detect COVID-19 Patients Using Cough and Breath Sounds
( MDPI , 2022 , Article)Problem-Since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, mass testing has become essential to reduce the spread of the virus. Several recent studies suggest that a significant number of COVID-19 patients display no physical ... -
Queue Discharge at Freeway On-Ramps Using Coordinated Operation of a Ramp Meter and an Upstream Traffic Signal
( Elsevier , 2020 , Conference Paper)Ramp metering is an effective way of maintaining optimum traffic conditions and mitigating congestion on freeways. Several strategies for ramp metering exist in the literature. They are typically based on the freeway traffic ... -
Real-Time Dynamic Transit Signal Priority Optimization for Coordinated Traffic Networks Using Genetic Algorithms and Artificial Neural Networks
( Taylor and Francis Inc. , 2015 , Article)Transit signal priority (TSP) has gained popularity in providing public transportation buses with preferential treatment at signalized intersections. Many studies have addressed its implementation in prompting enhanced ... -
Real-time statistical modelling of data generated from self-sensing bridges
( ICE Publishing , 2018 , Article)Instrumentation of infrastructure is changing the way engineers design, construct, monitor and maintain structures such as roads, bridges and underground structures. Data gathered from these instruments have changed the ... -
Real-time vibration-based structural damage detection using one-dimensional convolutional neural networks
( Academic Press , 2017 , Article)Structural health monitoring (SHM) and vibration-based structural damage detection have been a continuous interest for civil, mechanical and aerospace engineers over the decades. Early and meticulous damage detection has ... -
Recent advances in corrosion resistant superhydrophobic coatings
( Walter de Gruyter GmbH , 2018 , Article Review)Extreme water-repellent (superhydrophobic) coatings with water contact angle higher than 150° have caught the attention of corrosion researchers in the last decade as they can be used to protect metals and alloys against ... -
Recent advances on humic acid removal from wastewater using adsorption process
( Elsevier , 2023 , Article Review)Humic acid (HA) is a component of natural organic matter (NOM) with a high molecular weight and high complexity. The presence of humic acid in water raises serious concerns due to its toxicity and ability to form carcinogenic ... -
Recent developments in forward osmosis membranes using carbon-based nanomaterials
( Elsevier , 2020 , Article Review)Contamination and industrial development are among the reasons for water quality deterioration beyond treatability by conventional processes. Unfortunately, conventional water and wastewater treatment technologies are not ... -
Recent issues on stadium monitoring and serviceability: A review
( Springer New York LLC , 2016 , Book chapter)Unlike most of civil engineering structures whose static and dynamic responses are estimated accurately through several codes and guidance, stadiums reserve a distinctive place especially when it comes to their dynamic ...