Abstract: This study presents an experimental study on responses of eight constrained masonry walls with tie columns and ring beams, subjected to in-plane cyclic loading before and after being retrofitted with basalt-fiber-reinforced ...

Abstract: This study presents an experimental study on responses of eight constrained masonry walls with tie columns and ring beams, subjected to in-plane cyclic loading before and after being retrofitted with basalt-fiber-reinforced ...

Abstract: Successful acquisition and disposal of construction equipment—a capital-intensive business process—requires both experience and expertise, particularly when assessing fair market values of equipment. Although advanced ...

Abstract: The construction industry has strived for higher productivity in the last several decades, which has resulted in innovations and improvements, including methodologies, tools, and machines. By moving work from on-site to ...

Abstract: The layout of precast components (PCs) made of concrete materials on movable mold tables not only affects the number of movable mold tables but also impacts worker allocation during production. However, previous studies, ...

Abstract: Previous studies agree that cooperation among participants is critical to successfully deliver projects; however, little research has quantitatively illustrated how participants benefit from cooperation. Based on partnering ...

Abstract: The successful completion of modular-based heavy industrial construction projects relies heavily on safe and efficient crane operations, which have a direct impact on project productivity. Corresponding to the design of ...

Abstract: At present, industrial projects are constructed primarily using a prefabricated approach. The modules are produced in an off-site facility and transported on transport trailers to the construction site where they are lifted ...

Abstract: Previous studies agree that cooperation among participants is critical to successfully deliver projects; however, little research has quantitatively illustrated how participants benefit from cooperation. Based on partnering ...

Abstract: Heavy civil and mining construction industries rely greatly on the usage of heavy equipment. Managing a heavy-equipment fleet in a cost-efficient manner is key for long-term profitability. To ensure the cost-efficiency of ...