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    • Implementation of Odour Control Systems for Nuisance-free and Public Friendly Environment in Qatar 

      Trikis, Spyridon; Sumant, Vaibhav; Arshad, Muhammad; Olliver, Anna; Abushereeda, Meshaal Jarallah; ... more authors ( 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 ...

    • Enhancement of Polysulfone Ultrafiltration Membrane Performance for Produced Water Treatment by Incorporation of Graphene oxide/Chitosan/Silicon dioxide Nanocomposite 

      Yasir, Ahmed. T.; Alshaibi, Nadeen; Ndame, Nchwa; Hawari, Alaa H.; Benamor, Abdelbaki ( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)
      Oil and gas production is accompanied by generation of large amounts of produced water as usually three barrels of produced water is generated for each barrel of oil. Membrane-based water reclamation technologies have been ...

    • Study of Turbulence in Open Channels Using Two-Equation Models 

      Sana, Ahmad; Al-Rawas, Ghazi; Etri, Talal; Al-Mamun, Abdullah ( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)
      Prediction of the sediment transport in streams requires an accurate estimation of bed shear stress (for bed load) and eddy viscosity (for suspended load). In general, shallow water models employ empirical relationships ...

    • Improvement in Environmental Management Performance in Ashghal Projects 

      Abdel Rahman, Abdel Rahman Tariq A.; Al-Naimi, Maitha; Hussein, Hany Mohamed A.; Korur, Aysegul ( 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 ...

    • Adsorption of Congo Red Dye Using Activated Carbon-Fe3O4 Composite 

      Mahmud, Nafis; Yasser, Ludan; Mahmoud, Rahaf Belal Hafiz; Benamor, Abdelbaki ( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)
      Activated Carbon-Fe3O4 composites were synthesized using co-precipitation method and used in batch experiments to adsorb Congo red dyes. The effect of adsorbent dosage, temperature and initial dye concentration was ...

    • Estimation of Blue and Green Water Potentials of Türkiye under Global Climate Change Effects 

      Erturk, Ali; Cuceloglu, Gokhan; Ekdal, Alpaslan; Kalfazade, Mehmet; Yaykiran, Salim; ... more authors ( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)
      This study analyzed the impact of global climate change scenarios on the water resources of Turkiye by means of various climate and hydrological simulations projected for this century. An integrated approach was used by ...

    • How Efficient Would Demand-Based Water Strategies Be for Qatar? 

      Ghanimeh, Sophia ( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)
      Qatar is a water scarce country that heavily relies on seawater desalination. Multiple studies have concluded the need for a more resilient water planning through efficient "demand control" strategies. This study is among ...

    • Efficient Turbidity Removal Using a New Gel Filtration Process 

      Talhami, Mohammed; Al-Khatib, Wardan; Dahdal, Obadah; Hassan, Mohammad K.; AlHawari, Alaa H. ( 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 ...

    • Environmental, Social and Governance-related Challenges in the Construction Industry (CIC 2023) 

      Roukoz, Khalil; Ersenkal, Dila ( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)
      The construction industry is faced with several Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) challenges and opportunities that include, but are not limited to, a massive carbon footprint, the physical impacts of climate ...

    • Numerical Simulation of Climate Change Impacts on the Coast of Oman 

      Etri, Talal; Al-Rawas, Ghazi; Sana, Ahmad; Nikoo, Mohammad Reza ( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)
      It is well known that there is an apparent increase in the intensity and frequency of extreme weather events, such as tropical cyclones (IPCC, 2023). This will lead to a significant effect not just on the infrastructure ...

    • The Dependent Clogging Dynamics and Its Impact on Porous Media Permeability Reduction 

      Elrahmani, Ahmed; Al-Raoush, Riyadh I. ( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)
      The dynamics of fine particle entrapment, transport, and deposition within pore systems, particularly the ability of mobile fines to impair permeability within porous media, are critical to a variety of natural and manmade ...

    • Efficient Reservoir Operation in an Arid Region with Extreme Hydrologic Flows: A Case Study, Oman's Largest Dam 

      Karimi, Akbar; Nematollahi, Banafsheh; Nikoo, Mohammad Reza ( 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 ...

    • Assessment of Ablution Water Consumption in Mosques 

      Al Alawi, Aliya Ali Said; K., Parameswari; Kumarasamy, Gopalakrishnan; Al Kaabi, Khoula Said ( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)
      In Muslim majority countries, like those of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), ablution is a necessary component to fulfil religious commitments of prayer, thus a significant amount of water is consumed on daily basis ...

    • Diffuser Bed Construction Challenges on the Musaimeer Pump Station and Outfall Project 

      Peach, Gary; Al-Marri, Saad Zayed; Fernandez, Hernan Vigil ( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)
      Musaimeer Pump Station and Outfall project (MPSO) is a strategically important drainage asset initiated, developed, and completed by Ashghal in 2022. This project accommodates ground and storm water received from the ...

    • Blockchain Technology Adoption in the State of Qatar : Qualitative Risk Analysis 

      Alomari, Awad; Fetais, Noora ( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)
      Businesses may gain from implementing Blockchain-based technology in terms of profitability, productivity, and efficiency, which may cause them to re-evaluate their current business strategies. However, because the technology ...

    • Advancement in Construction Management 

      Kumar, Ravish; Srivastava, Arpita; Rajak, Manoj Kumar; Rajak, Fulena; Das, Bijay Kumar ( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)
      Building construction and infrastructure development have been a component of major civilizations throughout their history. Great examples, of architecture include the Great Pyramid, the Great Wall of China, and many more ...

    • Investigating the Potential for Standardization of Glass Reinforced Polymer (GRP) Shutter Molds Designs in Bridge Projects in the UAE 

      Alzaim, Mhd Amer; Al Ali, Mariam; Abu-Lebdeh; Ghassan ( 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 ...

    • Offsite Construction in the UK: Economic and Environmental Benefits 

      Sadabad, Mohammad Maleki ( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)
      In contrast to traditional piece meal onsite construction, offsite construction comprises the planning, designing, production, transporting, and assembly of building elements for speedy site assembly to a higher degree of ...

    • Medical Facility Management under BIM Paradigm for Hospital Operations Performance in China During COVID-19 

      Kapogiannis, Georgios; Yang, Tianlun; Guo, Jiequn; Gerges, Michael ( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)
      Hospitals operation is becoming a major focusing points on China as there is a huge market because of aging population. The management of healthcare institute is crucial as it contains operational activities that can be ...

    • Leading Technologies Adoption in Construction Safety Management 

      Mittal, Yash Kumar; Tripathi, Pooja ( Qatar University Press , 2023 , Conference Paper)
      Existing research reveals that by adopting leading technologies in the construction industry, worker's safety could be maximized. Presently, the application of technologies to promote safety in the construction sector is ...