College of Engineering: Recent submissions
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MXENE BASED NANOCOMPOSITES FOR HIGH PERFORMANCE CAPACITIVE DEIONIZATION
(2024 , Dissertation)MXene is considered as a superior electrode material for capacitive deionization (CDI) due to its high conductivity and two-dimensional structure. However, the electrochemical performance of pristine MXene nanosheets has ... -
STDYING THE BARRIERS AFFECTING THE LEAN IMPLEMENTATION IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY IN QATAR USING RELATIVE IMPORTANCE INDEX
(2024 , Professional Masters Project)Lean implementation in the construction industry has gained significant attention worldwide due to its potential to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance project outcomes. However, various barriers often impede the ... -
FRAMEWORK FOR IMPLEMENTING DECISION TECHNIQUES IN CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY; CONTRACTOR SELECTION GOVERANCE DECISION TECHNIQUES UNDER RISK-SHARING
(2024 , Dissertation)Qatar's construction sector is growing rapidly and building ambitious infrastructure. Contractor selection is crucial to project success, quality, and cost. Effective decision-making is crucial in Qatar's unpredictable and ... -
LOCATION ANALYSIS FOR PRIMARY HEALTHCARE CENTERS IN DOHA CITY USING OPTIMIZATION MODELS WITH SUSTAINABILITY PERSPECTIVE
(2024 , Master Thesis)This thesis employs Mixed Integer Linear Programming (MILP) techniques to optimize the location of healthcare centers with a focus on environmental and social sustainability. The MILP models developed aim to minimize the ... -
LONG-TERM PLANNING OF ELECTRIC POWER INFRASTRUCTURES CONSIDERING RENEWABLE ENERGY SUPPLY IN QATAR
(2024 , Professional Masters Project)Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions have been a major contributor to the global warming that the world has been suffering from for many years. It is a challenging matter that, although is clear in its effects, faces obstacles ... -
AI-EMPOWERED UAVS FOR RAPID DISASTER RESPONSE AND MANAGEMENT
(2024 , Master Thesis)Efficient disaster response and survivor detection are essential in minimizing casualties and mitigating the impact of disastrous events. This thesis presents an innovative approach to addressing these challenges through ... -
RESIDENTIAL INFRASTRUCTURE OPTIMIZATION: FOUL SEWER NETWORK CONSTRUCTION APPROACHES AND RELATIVE EFFICIENCIES
(2024 , Professional Masters Project)Ensuring urban communities stay clean and functional relies heavily on effective sewer systems. However, building these networks in neighborhoods with existing residents comes with unique challenges like noise and traffic ... -
STRONG MARKET-MAKING USING DEEP REINFORCEMENT LEARNING: BITCOIN MARKET ANALYSIS
(2024 , Master Thesis)This study evaluates the use of deep reinforcement learning (DRL) in market-making, specifically in the Bitcoin market. DRL has shown promise in providing robust market-making capabilities, including enhanced market liquidity ... -
NUMERICAL INVESTIGATION OF THE POTENTIAL OF USING HYDROGEN AS AN ALTERNATIVE FUEL FOR AN INDUSTRIAL BURNER
(2024 , Master Thesis)The impact of emissions resulting from burning many types of fuels is one of the biggest problems that affect the environment. Attention has recently been drawn to using some gases and mixing them with specific types of ... -
MODIFIED WALNUT SHELLS FOR THE REMOVAL OF MERCURY
(2024 , Dissertation)Mercury, a highly toxic heavy metal, poses a significant threat to both the environment and human health. Mercury pollution can negatively impact wildlife and infiltrate the food chain, ultimately affecting humans. Exposure ... -
RETRIEVAL OF AUTHORITIES AND THEIR EVIDENCE FOR RUMOR VERIFICATION IN ARABIC SOCIAL MEDIA
(2024 , Dissertation)Social media platforms have become a medium for rapidly spreading rumors along with emerging events. Those rumors may have a lasting effect on users' opinion even after it is debunked, and may continue to influence them ... -
THE IMPLICATIONS OF INADEQUATE PARKS IN LOW-INCOME NEIGHBORHOODS - QATAR, INDUSTRIAL AREA
(2024 , Master Thesis)Despite ongoing urbanization and industrialization, the scarcity of green spaces has emerged as a pressing socio-economic concern, particularly in developing nations. This study delves into the ramifications of inadequate ... -
AN ANALYTICAL STUDY OF THE EVACUATION DESIGNS OF MEGA SPORTING EVENT (MSE) FACILITIES AND STADIUMS USING 3D AGENT-BASED CROWD SIMULATION AND MODELING
(2024 , Master Thesis)Mega Sporting Event (MSE) facilities, from ancient arenas to modern stadiums, are crucial for large-scale human gatherings. These venues, often accommodating tens of thousands, necessitate sophisticated design to ensure ... -
THE EFFECT OF ONE- AND TWO-DIMENSIONAL NANOFILLERS ON THE THERMOELECTRIC PROPERTIES OF N-TYPE BISMUTH TELLURIDE NANOCOMPOSITES
(2024 , Dissertation)Bismuth telluride alloys are the most commercially mature thermoelectric materials, but their conversion efficiencies are still low due to the undeveloped n-type semiconductor material. In this work, the thermoelectric ... -
DEVELOPING A FRAMEWORK FOR INNOVATION ECOSYSTEMS IN HYDROCARBON ECONOMIES/COUNTRIES
(2024 , Dissertation)Innovation is rapidly reshaping industries worldwide, including hydrocarbon processing, prompting the urgent need for sustainable economic strategies. Hydrocarbon-based economies face challenges in developing and implementing ... -
LIFE CYCLE SUSTAINABILITY ASSESSMENT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF DIW AND IMPROVEMENT SUGGESTIONS - CRADLE-TO-GATE APPROACH
(2024 , Master Thesis)Deep Injection Well systems (DIWS) are crucial for waste management, and they incorporate a deep injection well, deep monitoring well, and shallow monitoring well. This study conducts a cradle-to-gate Life Cycle Assessment ... -
MODEL PREDICTIVE CONTROL STRATEGY FOR LEAKAGE CURRENT REDUCTION IN PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEMS: A STUDY ON PUC AND CSC INVERTER TOPOLOGIES
(2024 , Master Thesis)Solar energy is one of the most commonly used sources of renewable energy. It is a clean and noiseless energy source that does not emit greenhouse gases. This thesis focuses on studying a double-stage transformerless ... -
EVALUATING SHARED PARKING ARRANGEMENTS IN THE CBD OF DOHA
(2024 , Master Thesis)Shared parking has been proposed as a solution to alleviate parking problems. This research aimed to study the impact of shared parking arrangements, in the West Bay area of Doha city, on the traffic volumes and travel ... -
DEVELOPMENT OF A FRAMEWORK FOR IMPROVING ELECTRIC POWER LOSS MANAGEMENT IN NEW UTILITY PROJECTS: A LEAN APPROACH
(2024 , Dissertation)Power loss within electrical networks is a pressing global concern, especially as the world's population continues to grow. Inadequately planned projects have the potential to exacerbate power loss issues, posing a threat ... -
CRITICAL ASSESSMENT OF CAMPUS FACILITY MANAGEMENT
(2024 , Dissertation)An effective campus facility management process is crucial to overall firm performance and is becoming a core competency for educational organizations seeking to gain a competitive advantage. The recent literature on campus ...
