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[E]motive Architecture: strategies for a behaviour-driven Space configuration
( Qatar Univesrity Press , 2021 , Conference Paper)As Architect and Engineer, we used to work with the concept of Space. Struggling to find an exhaustive definition, we risk thinking about it as a framework with the same properties of the object we are going to design. ... -
Early Thermal Cracking Control of Concrete Structures in Qatar
( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)Thermal cracks can occur in concrete elements at early stages during the hardening process. Also, the impact of thermal contraction and drying and autogenous shrinkage, may lead to excessive tensile strains and as a result ... -
East Industrial Pedestrian Bridge: A Case Study of Value Engineering and High Performance Material
( Qatar Univesrity Press , 2020 , Conference Paper)East Industrial Road, a main arterial for the city of Doha with high average daily traffic, made crossing by foot being not only challenging, but also dangerous. Authorities proposed to build a pedestrian bridge over East ... -
Eco-friendly Concrete Using Local Materials From Sudan
( Qatar Univesrity Press , 2020 , Conference Paper)This study is aimed at investigating the potentiality for utilizing some locally available eco-friendly materials to replace some concrete constituents as a possible opportunity to introduce sustainable construction in ... -
Eco-friendly Concrete Using Waste Plastic Bottles as Aggregate: A Case Study from Oman
( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)Waste plastic bottles (WPB) (polyethylene terephthalate (PET)) type are used widely for water storage and eventually become environmental burden. This study investigated an innovative application of the WPB to partially ... -
Economic Opportunity: Brand Drugs vs. Generic Drugs
(2018 , Presentation)Outlines: * Pharmaceutical markets in the Middle East region are attractive *The high spending on branded drugs is unsustainable *Publicly funded health systems – increased pressure to reduce rising drug budgets *Originator ... -
Effect of Alkaline Activators on the Mechanical Properties of Geopolymer Mortar
( Qatar Univesrity Press , 2020 , Conference Paper)"Geopolymerization is a process where silica and alumina rich source materials turn into excellent binding materials by the aid of alkali solutions. Materials such as fly ash are by-products in energy power plants. Fly ... -
Effect of Chemicals on Compressive Strength of Plastic-Laterite Interlock Paving Blocks
( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)This research centres on the need to develop a simple but sustainable material for the utilization of the quantum of plastic wastes that litter our environment. The research uses waste plastics and laterite soil and converts ... -
Effect of Double Decker Flyover Construction on Urban Fabric of Ashok Rajpath, Patna, India
( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)Rapid urbanization and increase in number of vehicles has led to diminishing vehicular spaces on the street. This has led to construction of flyovers, which has dominated the streets. They reduce the “Sky-View” factor and ... -
Effective Project Control within the Context of Lean Construction
( Qatar Univesrity Press , 2020 , Conference Paper)Two of the “Lean Thinking” principles relate to managing a project through relationships, shared knowledge and common goals and to removing waste where possible. Success of a project is only possible with the collaboration ... -
Effects of Using Seawater and Recycled Coarse Aggregates on Plain Concrete Characteristics
( Qatar Univesrity Press , 2020 , Conference Paper)Using seawater and/or recycled coarse aggregates (RCA) for concrete mixing is deemed advantageous from a sustainability perspective. This paper reports on the results of an experimental study on fresh and hardened properties ... -
Efficacy in developing a Sustainable, Resilient, and Interdependent Infrastructure System in the Gulf Region
( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)The world is becoming increasingly interconnected, and the exchange of information, knowledge, and services assists in developing and managing many aspects of the built environment. Sustainable, resilient, and interdependent ... -
Efficient Reservoir Operation in an Arid Region with Extreme Hydrologic Flows: A Case Study, Oman's Largest Dam
( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)Wadi Dayqah dam (WDD) is still not operating, and its operation targets are not yet fixed. Arid hydrology and the presence of new users require a new look at this dam's operation plan. The updated and optimal operation ... -
Efficient Turbidity Removal Using a New Gel Filtration Process
( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)The removal of turbidity is a prime objective in the treatment of seawater, especially in the production of potable water. The water turbidity exists because of the colloidal particles or large-weight molecules that remain ... -
Embedded Retaining Wall Design and Performance Monitoring for Deep Excavation in Geological Conditions of Qatar
( Qatar Univesrity Press , 2020 , Conference Paper)Embedded retaining walls such as diaphragm walls and secant bored pile walls have become viable water-tight earth retaining and stabilizing systems for deep excavation in urban areas. In this article, the design aspects ... -
Emerging Brine Management Approaches for Sustainable Desalination in the GCC Countries
( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)The major technologies employed in Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) based commercial desalination facilities are classified into two categories: the membrane-based (mostly reverse osmosis (RO)) and thermal-based (primarily ... -
Emerging Transit Technology: Implementing an Urban Gondola System over Al Corniche, Doha, Qatar - A Cost Estimation Study
( Qatar Univesrity Press , 2020 , Conference Paper)Urban gondolas are a type of driverless transit vehicles, which are increasingly drawing the attention as a viable mass transit alternative in urban environments and touristic areas. The system is distinctive with high ... -
Energy Efficiency in Buildings and Excess Summer Mortality in the UK
( Qatar Univesrity Press , 2020 , Conference Paper)One of the main objective of the building design is to provide comfort and safety to occupants, particularly during adverse weather conditions. In most part of the world, people stay indoors during adverse weather conditions, ... -
Engineering the Future
( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Other)With an expanding global population, we must take care of our aging infrastructure to meet current needs, and at the same time, move it into the future with innovative technologies and capabilities that will enable us to ... -
Enhancement of Naphthalene Biodegradation by Sulfate Application in Brackish Subsurface Systems
( Qatar Univesrity Press , 2020 , Conference Paper)Anaerobic biodegradation is the most dominant mechanism in the petroleum hydrocarbon contaminated subsurface systems. Due to depletion of terminal electron acceptors such as sulfate, anaerobic degradation of organic ...
