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Comparison of nondestructive testing technologies used for inspection of welded joints
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2014)
[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT AUTHOR'S REQUEST.] The purpose of this research is to report on the comparison between different nondestructive test (NDT) methods applied for the detection of defects ...
Insights into the first three diverging diamond interchanges in Missouri
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2012)
This thesis aims to further the knowledge about diverging diamond interchanges (DDIs) by exploring several aspects of existing DDIs including performance measures, business surveys, bicycle and pedestrian issues found ...
Modeling wetland connectivity and vulnerability to wetland-corridor loss
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2012)
Wetland systems involve a complex range of important biological, chemical, and hydrologic interactions among individual wetlands which contribute to ecological health. Modification of the landscape due to anthropogenic ...
Sedimentation enhancement by fabric inclined settling screen to decrease disinfection by-production formation potential
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2014)
LRFD for settlement analyses of shallow foundations and embankments-developed resistance factors for consolidation settlement analyses
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2014)
Evaluation of Ground-Based Interferometric Radar for Civil Engineering Applications
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)
Performance observations of geosynthetic reinforced bridge abutments
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2015)
Geosynthetic Reinforced Soil - Integrated Bridge System (GRS-IBS) is a technology which has been around for almost 40 years in the United States but is now being pushed by the FHWA due to improved performance and promised ...
Surface interactions between nanoscale iron and organic material : potential uses in water treatment process units
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2015)
Membrane systems are among the primary emergent technologies in water treatment process units due to their ease of use, small physical footprint, and high physical rejection. Membrane fouling, the phenomena by which membranes ...
Novel methods for preparation of modified 1-dimensional nanomaterials of titanium dioxide for environmental engineering applications
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2012)
Photocatalytic processes of titanium dioxide have been discovered in the early 1980 and till now titanium dioxide nanomaterials are the most popular photocatalysts for scientific researches and industrial applications. In ...
Optimization of soil mixtures in bioretention cells to reduce nutrient loading to the environment from storm water
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)
Bioretention cells are used as a way to remove some pollutants and particulate matter from stormwater. Typically a bioretention cell is placed at the edge of a parking lot or effluent stormwater structure to capture ...
Effects of calcium-rich additives on the small-strain modulus of representative subgrade soils in Missouri
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2012)
Calcium rich additives, such as fly ash and lime kiln dust, can improve the mechanical properties of subgrade soils, resulting in better performance and more economical pavement design. Use of calcium-rich additives in ...
Numerical modeling of static nonlinear behavior of cold-formed steel stud walls
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2012)
[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] Cold-formed steel studs have been approved for their blast-resistance capability. Research concerns nowadays focus on how to adapt and develop the ...
Evaluation of mobility impacts of temporary ramp metering in work zones
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2012)
Road maintenance has been growing in the United States and brings a variety of challenges to the transportation profession. Work zone congestion is one of the most important factors contributing to the delay and safety of ...
Ultrasonic stress measurement for evaluating the adequacy of gusset plates
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2012)
[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] A significant challenge in determining the safety margin for gusset plates is determining the level of stresses carried in the plate. Present technologies ...
Maximizing information for evaluation of incident management systems with an emphasis on secondary accidents
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2011)
Incident management is the process of mitigating the effects of traffic incidents via quick and effective response, thus reducing the congestion and the potential for secondary accidents. The evaluation of incident management ...
Evaluation of wearing surface systems for the orthotropic steel deck of the San Mateo Hayward Bridge
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2012)
Performance under static and fatigue loads are evaluated for two different wearing surfaces for possible use on the steel orthotropic deck of San Mateo Hayward Bridge in the bay area of California. The two wearing surface ...
Calibration of VISSIM and QuickZone programs for work zone traffic impact analysis
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2015)
Work zone traffic impact analysis software can help improve the efficiency of implementation of work zones. Due to the wide use, this study calibrated and validated VISSIM and QuickZone work zone models. The calibration ...
Temporary traffic control for mobile and innovative geometric design work zones
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2015)
Work zone safety and operations are of growing concern through recent years. With increasing traffic demand on the transportation system and advancing technology raising new situations, such as texting while driving and ...
Development of p- and y- multipliers for design of slope stabilizing piles
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2015)
[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] Slope failures can arise from many factors and such failures can have a big impact on public and private infrastructure. Drilled shafts have been used ...
Hydrogen production from the dissolution of nano zero valent iron (NZVI) and its effect on anaerobic digestion
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2014)
[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT AUTHOR'S REQUEST.]