International Conference on Civil Infrastructure and Construction (CIC 2023): Recent submissions
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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 ... -
The Use of Demolished Concrete Lumps (DCL) in Rectangular CFSTs Under Flexure
( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)This paper investigates the flexural performance of rectangular concrete-filled steel tube (CFST) beams that are partially incorporated with demolished concrete lumps (DCLs). In total, three CFST beams were prepared and ... -
Utilization of Recycled Materials in Infrastructure Projects: Ashghal Approach
( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)As a result of numerous infrastructure projects which have taken place in Qatar in the last decade, there has been an unprecedented increase in demand for construction materials. In addition, the huge program of infrastructure ... -
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 ... -
Modeling Asphalt Pavement Frictional Properties using Different Machine Learning Algorithms
( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)The objective of this work is to use some machine learning algorithms and test its efficiency in developing models to predict Locked Wheel Skid Trailer (LWST) values from Dynamic Friction Tester (DFT) and Circular Texture ... -
Comparison of Geotechnical Investigation Results with Encountered Ground Conditions during Subsea Tunnelling in Qatar
( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)Starting in 2018, Musaimeer Pumping Station and Outfall Project (MPSO) was constructed to manage ground and storm water received from 270 km2 area of southern Doha, Qatar. The project consists of a pumping station, subsea ... -
A Review on the Performance of Bored Pile Foundations through Instrumented Pile Load Tests in Qatar
( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)The level of infrastructure development Qatar has accomplished over the past 10 years has not been reached by any other country and this pace is expected to continue to achieve Qatar's 2030 Vision. High-rise buildings and ... -
A Comparison between Natural Pozzolana and Fly Ash Replacements on the Mechanical Properties of Concrete
( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)This study investigates the effect of Natural Pozzolana (NP) and Fly Ash (FA) substitutes on concrete's mechanical and microstructural properties. Mixes containing 10 - 50 % cement substitute ratios were prepared and tested ... -
Analysis of Factors Affecting the Performance of Dynamic Compaction Technique: A Study of Coastal Area of Eastern Province in Saudi Arabia
( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)Coastal areas of the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia have soil with low bearing capacity due to saturation with water, high contents of salt and inclusion of organic materials. The dynamic compaction (DC) technique, which ... -
Modeling Thermal Conductivity, Thermal Diffusivity and Specific Heat of Asphalt Concrete Using Beta Regression and Mixture Volumetrics
( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)The main objective of this paper is to develop predictive models using Beta regression for laboratory-prepared hot mix asphalt (HMA) specimens' thermal properties, including thermal conductivity (TC), thermal diffusivity ... -
Characterisation of Sewage Sludge and Municipal Solid Waste for Use as Cementitious Materials
( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)Volumes of accumulated solid waste materials of sewage sludge (SS) and municipal solid waste (MSW) in Qatar continue to increase annually with a potentially negative impact on the environment. This paper presents an ... -
Tunnel Surveying Works: A Technical Challenge of 10 km-long tunnel under the Arabian Gulf-Qatar
( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)The Musaimeer Pump Station & Outfall Tunnel project (MPSO) was constructed as one of the longest Outfall tunnels in the World with a total length of 10.189m and at the same time being the longest undersea tunnel in the ... -
Ashghal Guidelines for the Evaluation and Repair of Sinkholes
( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)Sinkholes are a common and recurring problem with potential safety risks to road users and authorities. A sinkhole is a void in the ground caused by natural and/or manmade activities, and mainly associated with carbonate ... -
Numerical Study on the Pullout Behavior of Steel Fibers in Cement-Based Composites
( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)The interaction between steel fiber and surrounding cement-based matrix and concrete materials is crucial in the behavior of Steel Fiber-Reinforced Concrete (SFRC). This interaction is generally measured through a single ... -
Parametric Optimization of RC Beams Strengthened with FRCM Using FE Modelling and Response Surface Methodology
( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)This study focuses on the numerical and statistical analyses to predict the mid-span moment capacity of RC beams strengthened with fabric reinforcement cementitious mortar (FRCM) laminate. A finite element model (FEM) has ... -
Significance of GOs, GNPs and CNTs' Nanomaterials on the Mechanical Properties of Cement
( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)This study reports the statistical significance of using Graphene Oxides (GOs), Graphene Nanoplatelets (GNPs) and Carbon Nanotubes (CNTs) on the mechanical properties of cement paste. Samples containing several nanoparticles' ... -
Theoretical Simulation of Thermal Deformations in Concrete Beams Reinforced with Two Overlapped FRP Bars in Cold Regions
( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)The thermal incompatibility in transverse direction between concrete and fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) bars may cause tensile circumferential cracks within concrete under low temperatures, and consequently, the failure ... -
RSM Analysis for Optimum Content of Graphene Nanoplatelets for 3D-Printed Clay Strength
( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)This study applies Response Surface Methodologies (RSM) methods to maximize 3D-Printed clay mechanical properties. Mixes containing different Graphene Nanoplatelets (GNPs) contents were printed and tested in compression ... -
Corrected Rock Fracture Parameters Applied to Qatari Rock Masses
( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)This paper is the continuation of the author's previous publications and an attempt to shed light on some of the presented propositions, therein. In his previous work, the author introduced a novel parameter for borehole ... -
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 ...