Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management
Volume 5, Issue 2 (2015)
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Table of contents
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Cost Comparison of Post Tensioning, Prestressing and Conventional RCC Design
Abstract: The aim of project is to check the cost effectiveness of Post-Tensioning Slab with other design methods. For that purpose multipurpose hall is chosen with the footprint of 6 x 8 m having the total slab area is (768 sq. m). The analysis done by hand calculation and using the following methods: 1) Flat Plate (Without Drop and capital ) and Post-Tensioning Slab by using equivalent frame methods 2) Flat …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Estimation of Life Cycle Cost of RC Infrastructure Using Different Analysis Methods
Abstract: Accuracy of service life prediction largely influence life cycle cost of infrastructure. Recent research come up with the conclusion that ingression of chloride to cover concrete is dependent on the water penetration front which dramatically change the service life. Therefore, in this study chloride ion profiles and behavior of penetrating water for slag concrete with w/c ratio as 40%, 55% and 70%, respectively, cast in laboratory, were examined. Furthermore, life …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 15–21 Read article
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Study of Material Management Techniques on Construction Project
Abstract: Material management is a critical component of the construction industry. As such, organizations need to understand the effects of congruous materials management techniques on the efficacy of project execution. An opportunity implemented materials management program can achieve the timely flow of materials and equipment to the jobsite, and thus facilitate ameliorated work face orchestrating, incremented labor productivity, better schedules and lower project costs. Materials management is an important function in …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 22–27 Read article
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Time Cost Optimization Techniques in Construction Industries-A Review Article
Abstract: Construction project scheduling and optimizing the schedule has received a considerable amount of attention over the last few decades. Completion of a project in optimum time and minimum cost is a challenge in every project. There are many methods and algorithms available; using which time cost optimization (TCO) can be achieved. This article gives a review on critical path method (CPM), linear programming (LP), genetic algorithm (GA) and ant colony …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 28–32 Read article
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Critical Termination Reasons Influencing High-Way Projects in Nigeria
Abstract: Viable road network is one of the major infrastructural yardsticks for assessing economic development of a country. It is complex and characterized with different elements which influence its operational efficiency. The project clients desired quality service within contractual cost and time, but usually these objectives are not met. The objective of this paper is to determine most critical reasons for terminating high-way projects in Nigeria with data obtained from 60 …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 33–45 Read article
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Theoretical and Experimental Analysis of Wind Flow on Buildings Arranged for Pressure Recovery
Abstract: The flow past buildings at higher speeds result in low static pressurethat causes uncomfortable breathing for personal moving around in the vicinity. A new arrangement of buildings in a multiple building environment is suggested and analysed that results in pressure recovery by cancelling the vertical flows from two directions. Wind Tunnel models are fabricated and tested in a subsonic open test section wind tunnel.Numerical analysis is done for comparison of …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 46–60 Read article
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Vivid Sustainable Building Materials in various Topographical Regions in India
Abstract: Construction and geography are engaged in a happy relation in any indigenous settlement. India, on other hand is a country with multiple geographical regions with various topographical features anddifferent climatic conditions. With this diversity in geo-climatic characteristics, since past we have many techniques to response it without actually exploiting its contents. May it be construction, transportation, operations or living and earning, traditional practices of each of them were though time …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 61–73 Read article
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Finite Element Analysis and Validation of Axial Capacity of RC Columns Made of Steel Fiber Reinforced Concrete (SFRC)
Abstract: Steel Fiber Reinforced Concrete (SFRC) possesses many excellent dynamic performances such as; high resistance to explosion and penetration. It has little effect on pre-cracking behavior in uniaxial compression, but substantially enhances its post cracking response. This response leads to a greatly improved ductility and toughness. Steel fibers in SFRC are capable of preventing crack propagation as well as brittle failure of columns under uniaxial compression. To this end, four reinforced …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 9–14 Read article