Abstract: In this case study, a number of gunite swimming pools exhibited extensive map or alligator cracking that caused rough and uneven surfaces. The nature of the cracking pointed to alkali-silica reaction (ASR) as the cause of ...

Abstract: The Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 49 Part 26 discusses the participation of disadvantaged business enterprises (DBEs) on a state department of transportation’s highway, transit, and airport contracts. Any highway or ...

Abstract: Soft-soil reinforcement with stone columns is a popular ground improvement method. Installation of columns modifies the surrounding soft soil properties; this phenomenon is termed “smear.” Although several previous ...

Abstract: The aggregate gradation of the hot mix asphalts (HMA) used in southern Nevada before 1989 generally fell above the maximum density line (fine graded aggregate mix). Various asphaltic concrete pavements using an aggregate ...

Abstract: Steel slag accumulation is one of the major issues for steel manufacturing companies, because it occupies a large portion of a company’s yard. Investigators have suggested various applications for using slag in other ...