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Identification of Karstic Features with Extensive Geophysical Investigation for Underground Infrastructure - South of Wakrah Pumping Station and Outfall (SWPSO) Project
( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)There has been a significant increase in the number of underground infrastructure projects built in a short period because of Qatar's goal of effective mass transit and robust urban drainage infrastructure, as well as the ... -
Impact of Draw Solution Concentration on Forward Osmosis Process: A Simulation Study
( Qatar Univesrity Press , 2020 , Conference Paper)In this study, a simulation model was used to evaluate the performance of forward osmosis process. A solution of low salinity was used as the feed solution in forward osmosis to dilute saline solution (i.e. draw solution) ... -
Impact of Ionic Strength on Colloid Retention in a Porous Media: A Micromodel Study
( Qatar Univesrity Press , 2020 , Conference Paper)Release of deposited colloids in the soil porous media during two-phase flow poses potential health hazard due to the facilitated transport of contaminants towards groundwater reservoirs. Considerable uncertainties exist ... -
Impact of Pore Morphology on Colloid Migration at Variable Saturation Levels of Natural Porous Media
( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)The migration of colloids within porous media has a critical impact on many important industrial processes such as oil production and groundwater recharge. Colloids can clog the pore space and hence impair the permeability ... -
Impact of the Fiber Distribution Characteristics on the Uniaxial Behaviour of Fiber-Reinforced Composites- An Experimental Study
( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)The demand for development of fiber-reinforced composites has enhanced as the practise of integrating fibres into concrete has become prevalent over the past few decades.. The intersection zone where the fiber crossing the ... -
Implementation of Building Information Modelling (BIM) on Public Infrastructure and Building Projects in Qatar
( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)Building Information Modelling (BIM) is a term that has been referenced around the world by many practitioners and researchers. This modern methodology for project delivery improves the quality, time, and cost of any type ... -
Implementation of Crumb Rubber Modified Binder for Qatar Local Roads Construction Projects
( Qatar Univesrity Press , 2020 , Conference Paper)The continuous increase in the pile up of used vehicle tires in Qatar poses a challenge contributing to potential environmental pollution problems. The magnitude of this problem can be drastically reduced by processing and ... -
Implementation of Odour Control Systems for Nuisance-free and Public Friendly Environment in Qatar
( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)The Public Works Authority (Ashghal) is contributing to the development of Qatar with the construction of first class, sustainable infrastructure with a high degree of public acceptance by utilizing best international ... -
Implementing the Last Planner System in a Design Project
( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)Through the past few years, the last planner system (LPS) as one of the main important methods of lean implementation in the (AECO) industry proved to improve efficiency, performance, reliability, planning and coordination. ... -
Improvement in Environmental Management Performance in Ashghal Projects
( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)The Public Works Authority (Ashghal) of Qatar is responsible for countrywide infrastructure and public building projects starting from their planning stages and through design, procurement, construction, operation, and ... -
Improving Concrete Durability by Using Optimized Aggregate Gradation and Reducing Cement Content
( Qatar Univesrity Press , 2020 , Conference Paper)"This study evaluated the effects of (1) reducing the cementitious content, (2) the use of optimized aggregate gradation (OAG) technique, and (3) the use of Portland limestone cement (Type IL) in Florida Class I pavement ... -
In-Pavement Fiber Bragg Grating Sensor for Vehicle Counting
( Qatar Univesrity Press , 2020 , Conference Paper)Traffic volume studies are conducted to determine the number, movements, and classifications of roadway vehicles at a given location and period. Typically, there are two methods for conducting traffic volume studies: ... -
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 ...