Journal of Structural Design and Construction Practice: Recent submissions
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Analytical Approach for Predicting Deflection in Composite Deck Slabs Subjected to Service Load
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractSteel-concrete composite (SCC) deck slabs have been utilized significantly in building and bridge structures due to their economy, ease, and speed of construction. SCC deck slabs are slender due to a high span-to-depth ... -
Evaluating the Impact of BIM on Quantity Take-Off Accuracy: A Comparative Study of BIM-Based and Traditional Methods in Building Projects in Nepal
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractThis research evaluates the accuracy of quantity take-off (QTO) generated using building information modeling (BIM) in Nepalese building projects, compared with traditional methods involving two-dimensional (2D) ... -
Approximate Ponding Analysis for Sloped Roofs
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)AbstractThe accumulation of fluid on structural framing results in loads and deflections that are mutually dependent on each other. This effect, known as ponding, is a design consideration for roofs subject to rain loads ... -
Mechanical and Durability Performance of 3D-Printed Concrete with Coarse Aggregates and Cold Joints
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)AbstractThree-dimensional (3D) construction printing technology has advanced significantly in recent years. Its application in building construction depends on a thorough understanding of the performance of printed materials. ... -
Survey and Review of Bridge Strikes and Assessment Methods for Low-Clearance Steel-Girder Bridges
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractBridge strikes are events where overheight vehicles impact bridge superstructures, causing damage ranging from superficial to severe. When a bridge strike is discovered, the responsible agency must assess the damage ... -
Influence of Nonlinear Soil–Structure Interaction on the Seismic Response of a RC Floating Columns Structure with Geotechnical Isolation and Shear Wall Systems
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractNonlinear soil properties are crucial in seismic structural responses, revealing the interdependence between soil and structure during seismic events. Floating column structures are significantly more vulnerable ... -
Tsunami Fragility Functions for Low-Rise Reinforced Concrete Buildings for Enhancing Coastal Resilience
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)AbstractThe coastal belt in Pakistan is vulnerable to a tsunami threat due to an earthquake in the Makran subduction zone. This paper presents the tsunami vulnerability analysis of typical reinforced concrete (RC) buildings ... -
The Effect of Chopped Basalt Fiber on Lightweight Concrete’s Mechanical Behavior
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)AbstractIn modern construction, there is increasing demand for innovative materials that provide both structural integrity and sustainability. Lightweight aggregate concrete (LWAC) has emerged as a promising solution, ... -
Effect of Graphene Oxide on the Physical and Mechanical Properties of Concrete Composite during Initial Hydration and Strength Growth Using an Electromechanical Impedance Technique
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)AbstractNondestructive monitoring of concrete composite strength growth is of great importance for the safety and stability of engineering structures. Traditional destructive testing methods are limited in providing real-time ... -
An Autoencoder-Based Machine- and Deep-Learning Approach for Predicting Bridge Deck Conditions in Texas
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)AbstractBridges are crucial to the global economy, facilitating mobility and accessibility. Effective monitoring and maintenance of these structures are vital due to aging, heavy traffic, and variable construction quality. ... -
Investigation of Interfacial Interaction of Concrete Masonry Assembly Subjected to Monotonic Loading
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)AbstractConcrete masonry prisms are composed of various materials, and the properties of and interaction among these materials play a crucial role in the overall performance of masonry structure. Previous studies considered ... -
Strategies to Achieve Professional Workforce Maturity in Construction
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractConstruction is labor intensive and comprises craft-based operations that predominately rely on the performance of its workforce. Unfortunately, the construction industry is presently faced with multifaceted ... -
Assessing the Strut-and-Tie Model Suitability for Reinforced Concrete Deep Beams through Nonlinear Finite-Element Analysis
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractThis article explores the application of the strut-and-tie model (STM) in deep beams, emphasizing its effectiveness in simplifying complex structural analysis and design challenges. STM provides a robust framework ... -
Comparative Evaluation of Grids for the Detection of Internal Defects in Concrete Using Ultrasonic Pulse Velocity: Experimental Approach
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)AbstractThis study evaluates the efficacy of ultrasonic pulse velocity (UPV) testing in detecting internal defects in concrete through an experimental comparison of various measurement grid configurations and concrete ... -
Planar Trusses in Proximity to Geometrically Unstable Configurations
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)AbstractA wealth of research has addressed the geometric stability of structures with absolute configurations (fixed design variables) using the dimensions of the four subspaces of the structure’s equilibrium matrix to ... -
Risk Assessment of Spillway Safety in Concrete Gravity Dams Considering Diverse Loads and Gate Size Variations
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractThis study investigates the structural performance of concrete gravity dams, with a particular focus on the impact of spillway gate sizes under various loading conditions. The research utilizes FEM simulations in ... -
Finding Optimal Configuration of Hill Slope RCC Buildings for Seismic Resilience Enhancement and Risk Mitigation
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)AbstractThe seismic resilience of reinforced cement concrete (RCC) buildings on hill slopes is a critical concern due to the increased risk of structural damage during earthquakes. This study emphasizes the optimally ... -
Simplified Assessment Method of Sulfate Ion Diffusion Coefficient in Concrete
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractDue to the widespread use of concrete in construction, the durability of concrete structures is of utmost importance. One of the major factors that can significantly impact the longevity of concrete is sulfate ... -
Numerical Analysis of Seismic Behavior in Cylindrical Steel Storage Tanks with Liquid Contents Involving Fluid–Structure Interaction
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)AbstractThin-walled cylindrical steel storage tanks are particularly susceptible to local buckling when subjected to horizontal seismic excitations. Damage to these tanks, which often contain hazardous materials such as ... -
Prediction of Axial Response of Squared and Circular Short UHPFRC Columns
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)AbstractThe compressive behavior of ultrahigh-performance fiber-reinforced concrete (UHPFRC) columns was previously studied but based on either limited experimental data or based on small-scale specimens. In this study, ...