Abstract: This study was conducted to assess the effect of traditional and industrial waste materials approved for road construction on the surrounding environment and adjacent water bodies. A list of construction and maintenance ...

Abstract: The effect of artificial salting on the freezing behavior of a silt soil was investigated through open‐system unidirectional freezing tests. Specimens were prepared in 5‐cm‐by‐15‐cm segmented columns. Initial soil dry ...

Abstract: This paper presents a case study where cost and time savings were realized by improving the constructability of a water injection facilities project. The project included a 4.2 mile long causeway providing a 30 foot wide ...

Abstract: This paper critiques the common practice in managing and tracking the engineering/design phase of major projects and presents an alternative integrated approach. It addresses in detail the development of control budget, ...

Abstract: In this paper a procedure is presented which provides a method to quantify work progress on construction projects. The procedure employs two management concepts, the work breakdown structure and the earned value. Although ...

Abstract: A literature review was conducted to identify a number of schedule improvement tools and to determine their benefits, success factors, and implementation barriers. Selection was based on finding tools that lead to the ...

Abstract: Scrapers are valuable construction equipment for large earthmoving operations. Their production rates vary widely as they depend on the equipment performance, operation’s travel time, and haul-road conditions. Determining ...

Abstract: This paper describes the use of a video camera for improving productivity on construction projects. The paper presents a step‐by‐step procedure for the use of the camcorder technique from purchasing the equipment to ...

Abstract: Accumulations of worn‐out automobile tires create fire and health hazards. As a possible solution to the problem of scrap‐tire disposal, an experimental study was conducted to examine the potential of using tire chips and ...