Journal of Structural Design and Construction Practice: Recent submissions
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Shear Behavior of Bamboo-Reinforced Sulfur Concrete Beams Using Martian Soil Simulant
(ASCE, 2024/05/01)Mars colonization signifies the upcoming frontier in space exploration and construction. Leveraging materials native to Mars presents a sustainable strategy for building habitats. Sulfur concrete, which can be synthesized ... -
Vibration Serviceability and Environmental Impact of Steel-Concrete Composite Floors Featuring Openings and Partitions
(ASCE, 2024/08/01)Floor openings and nonstructural full-height partitions are often ignored in both finite-element modeling of long-span office floors and calculations of vertical footfall-induced vibrations, despite quite a few research ... -
Architectural MICADO Modular Construction. II: Parametric Study of Rectangle-Shape Structural Behavior
(ASCE, 2024/05/01)This research investigation explores the potential of the modular insulated concrete core-advanced and optimized panelized production system (MICADO) method in the realm of modular structures through parametric study. ... -
Technical Aspects Concerning the MICADO Modular Construction
(ASCE, 2024/08/01)This investigative study explored the potential of a novel approach called the modular insulated concrete core—advanced and optimized panelized production system (MICADO) method within the realm of modular structures, ... -
A Cost-Effective Slag-Based Mix Activated with Soda Ash and Hydrated Lime: A Pilot Study
(ASCE, 2024/05/01)The present study explores a cost-effective method for using activated ground granulated blast furnace slag (GGBFS) and silica fume (SF) as cement substitutes. Instead of activating them with expensive alkali solutions, ... -
Impact of Task Demand and Physical Energy on Mental Workload Experienced by Construction Workforce: Insights of Construction Professionals
(ASCE, 2024/05/01)Construction projects involve numerous tasks that can be mentally and physically challenging. Previous research has investigated construction worker perceptions and awareness of safety hazards and the safety information ... -
Based on BP Neural Network: Prediction of Interface Bond Strength between CFRP Layers and Reinforced Concrete
(ASCE, 2024/05/01)The interface bond strength between carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP) layers and concrete is a crucial metric for determining the mechanical properties of CFRP-reinforced concrete. This bond strength is essential for ... -
Impact of Prescriptive Fire Design Provisions on Embodied Carbon for International Building Code Type IV Construction
(ASCE, 2024/05/01)Factors such as carbon storage potential, short construction schedules, prefabrication, and aesthetics are making mass timber a sought-after structural solution. For mass timber, fire design requirements can both drive and ... -
Architectural MICADO Modular Construction. I: Parametric Study of L-Shape Structural Behavior
(ASCE, 2024/05/01)The presented paper explores the potential of the MICADO method in modular structures using a parametric development approach. MICADO is an innovative building production system that uses autonomous production lines to ... -
Unbonded Fiber-Reinforced Elastomeric Isolators for Isolating Masonry Buildings
(ASCE, 2024/05/01)This study focuses on the design procedure and development of the unbonded fiber-reinforced elastomeric isolator (UFREI) and its application to prevalent masonry building practices in developing countries. The proposed ... -
Application of ANN for Estimating Time-Variant Structural Reliability of Reinforced Concrete Structures Using Approximate Approach
(ASCE, 2024/05/01)Deterioration of RC structures with the passage of time due to aggressive environment leads to reduction of strength, stiffness, and reliability of the structure. Generally, for assessing reliability or failure probability ... -
Semantic Segmentation of Cracks on Masonry Surfaces Using Deep-Learning Techniques
(ASCE, 2024/05/01)Detecting cracks can be challenging, especially on rough surfaces such as masonry. This research paper focuses on the detection of surface cracks on masonry surfaces using deep-learning techniques. This study compared the ... -
Risk Analysis of Connecticut Department of Transportation Projects during the COVID-19 Pandemic
(ASCE, 2024/08/01)Based on construction project data provided by the Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT), this investigation provides an overview of transportation project delivery impactors during the COVID-19 pandemic. Some ... -
Seismic Retrofit and Strengthening of Reinforced Concrete Moment Frames with Strongback-Braced System
(ASCE, 2024/05/01)Using the steel strongback braced (SB) system to seismically strengthen and retrofit reinforced concrete moment frames (RCMFs), this research aims to enhance the effectiveness of RCMFs. In this study, RCMFs of 5-, 10-, and ... -
Novel Panelized Roof Design for Offsite Fabrication of Residential Light-Frame Wood Homes
(ASCE, 2024/05/01)Panelized fabrication of light-frame wood buildings has higher productivity than the traditional stick-built method. However, the roof production process is inefficient due to the structural system and construction method. ... -
Impact of Graphene on Microstructure and Compressive Strength of Cement Mortars Utilizing Two Different Dispersion Methods
(ASCE, 2024/02/01)Carbon-based nanomaterials are currently used to reinforce cement-based composite materials based on their superior properties. However, the mechanical performance of the cement-based composite materials can be improved ... -
Long-Period Transition for Subduction Earthquake Spectra
(ASCE, 2024/05/01)The long-period transition period (TL) is an important parameter in both seismological theory and seismic design. Current estimates of the parameter used for design are based on seismological model data from 2006, and ... -
Experimental Investigation of Uniaxial Compressive Behavior of Composite Columns without and with Full and Partial CFRP Wraps
(ASCE, 2024/08/01)Concrete columns are the backbone of any major structure, and their strengthening, repair, and retrofit have always drawn special research attention. One of the techniques for strengthening and improving the ductility of ... -
Response of Building Frame to Vibrations Induced by Tunneling Study Using Shake-Table Tests
(ASCE, 2024/05/01)This article uses shake table tests to examine how tunnelling affects framed construction response on different foundations. Accelerometers on different floors were mounted to examine the outcome of a utility tunnel with ... -
Seismic Vibration Control of a Building by Overhead Water Tank Designed as Slender Tuned Sloshing Damper
(ASCE, 2024/05/01)The possibility of detuning resulting from liquid depth fluctuation and low damping characteristics for being deep tanks hinder the utilization of overhead water tanks (OWTs) as tuned sloshing dampers (TSDs). This paper ...