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Increasing Value of Architecture in the Platform Society
( Qatar Univesrity Press , 2021 , Conference Paper)The author has developed several methods for democratizing the architectural design process resulting in a more user specific and open architecture. Our cities need Open Systems in order to grow and become resilient and ... -
Industrialized Construction: Megatrends shaping the future of construction
( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Other)The construction sector faces an uncertain operating environment in 2023 – a trend in all global markets. Components of this uncertainty – a seemingly never-ending health crisis, the war in Europe, supply chain snarls, ... -
Influence of Adding Demolition Wastes on the Mechanical Properties of Concrete in Sultanate of Oman
( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)Nowadays the global trend in construction industry is to reduce the cost, saving energy and preserving the environment. Using other industries' waste material as a construction material is one of several methods followed ... -
Influence of Aspect Ratio on the Bearing Capacity and Correlated Modulus of Subgrade Reaction for Shallow Foundations on Dense Sand
( Qatar Univesrity Press , 2020 , Conference Paper)One of the most fundamental problems in the field of geotechnical engineering is the prediction of bearing capacity and settlement of shallow foundations on cohesion-less soil subjected to vertical central loading. The ... -
Influence of Fine Dune Sand on the Modulus of Elasticity of Eco-Self-Compacting-Concrete
( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)The aim of this research was to study the effect of fine dune sand on the mechanical performance of Eco-Self-Compacting Concrete (SCC). For that, the fine dune sand of the Western erg (Taghit -Algeria) was being like mineral ... -
Influence of Fines on the Compressibility of Surface Sands in Kuwait
( Qatar Univesrity Press , 2020 , Conference Paper)Influence of fines on the strength and compressibility of compacted fill soil is very important in determining its behavior under applied loads. In Kuwait, fill soil is usually backfilled from excavated surface soils ... -
Influence of Pier Stiffness on Track-Bridge Interaction
( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)The bridge is a common engineering structure over which a rail track is often laid. With the introduction of continuous welded rail (CWR), major rail tracks have shifted worldwide from jointed rail to continuous welded ... -
Influence of Water Table Fluctuation on Natural Source Zone Depletion in Hydrocarbon Contaminated Subsurface Environments
( Qatar Univesrity Press , 2020 , Conference Paper)Most of the prediction theories regarding dissolution of organic contaminants in the subsurface systems have been proposed based on the static water conditions and the influence of water fluctuations on mass removal requires ... -
Innovation in Road Construction Industry: An Analysis of Different Case Studies
( Qatar Univesrity Press , 2020 , Conference Paper)Process improvement and innovation in the field of road construction sector offers significant community and industry benefits, by making an important contribution in economic growth and enhancing the quality of life. ... -
Innovative Pavement Materials and Design: Smart Roadways and Smart Road Maintenance for the Future
( Qatar Univesrity Press , 2020 , Conference Paper)break any industry or economy. The transportation construction sector is no exception, however, innovation and doing things differently in this sector has been dead slow for centuries, compared to other industries. Automobiles ... -
Integrated Accident Resilience Framework (IARF) – A Theoretical Approach Using Spatial and Statistical Analysis
( Qatar Univesrity Press , 2020 , Conference Paper)Throughout the world, road accidents have become a nightmare for any local government. Data shows that every 24 seconds someone dies on the road (WHO, 2018). Generally, there are multiple factors causing road accidents ... -
Integrating Building Information Management (BIM) in Civil Infrastructure Coordination: Application at LUSAIL Plaza
( Qatar Univesrity Press , 2020 , Conference Paper)The purpose of this case study is to highlight how the BIM modelling can lead to a smooth construction process for MEP (Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing), Civil, Architectural, and Landscape works, which can aid the ... -
Integrating Satellites and Models for Air Quality and Health Analyses
( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Other)A revolution in our ability to observe air pollution and its impacts on health has been rapidly happening largely unobserved to many since it is really occurring up in space. Satellites are constantly characterizing levels ... -
Integration of Environmental and Sustainability Management Practices into Construction Industry: A Case Study
( Qatar Univesrity Press , 2020 , Conference Paper)Integration of environmental and sustainability management into the construction industry has become essential as a result of a need to improve financial performance, adopt international protocols in a global marketplace, ... -
Intellectual Property, Technology Transfer, and Local Production to Increase Access to Medicines
(2018 , Presentation)Outlines: * INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY (IP): THE CONCEPT *QATAR and IP * WIPO *QATAR’S OTHER MEMBERSHIPS *Patent Cooperation Treaty *INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAWS OF QATAR * TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER (TT) IN THE PHARMACEUTICAL ... -
Investigating the Barriers Involved in the Sustainable Implementation of LC and BIM Approaches in Qatar's Construction Industry
( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)The construction industry has never been as open to welcoming new ideas and strategies from other industries as it is now. Excessive waste in the three pillars of the construction industry, time, cost, and quality, led to ... -
Investigating the Potential for Standardization of Glass Reinforced Polymer (GRP) Shutter Molds Designs in Bridge Projects in the UAE
( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)This paper addresses the potential for design standardization of bridge construction moulds as a means to minimize waste and cost. Specifically, the paper looks at the potential for standardizing the design of bridge Glass ... -
Investigation and Comparative Study between Research Methods used in the Five Categories of BIM-Based Built Environment Sustainability Studies
( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)Using Building Information Modelling (BIM) helped enhance the environmental performances of building and civil infrastructure projects throughout their life cycle. However, the construction industry continues to be one of ... -
Investigation of Indoor Thermal Perceptions and Comfort Temperature in Educational Spaces in Qatar
( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)We conducted thermal comfort field surveys in female educational spaces in Qatar in the autumn and winter of 2018 and 2020 – 21 and collected 324 datasets. They contained all the four environmental measurements and ... -
Investigation of the Effect of the Force-Frequency on the Behaviour of a New Viscous Damper for Railway Applications
( Qatar Univesrity Press , 2020 , Conference Paper)The primary purpose of this work is to experimentally investigate the damping coefficient of a viscous damper, intended to be used in railway applications to reduce noise emission. The viscous shock absorber used in this ...