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Evaluation of the effects of in-plane lateral restraint and reinforcement ratio on the punching capacity of flat slab column specimens
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)
Localized damage to certain structural members in a building can trigger a chain reaction which results in a partial or complete collapse of the building. A collapse of this nature is called a progressive collapse and has ...
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 ...
Evaluation of Ground-Based Interferometric Radar for Civil Engineering Applications
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)
Training and field verification for hand-held thermographic inspection technologies
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)
The goal of this research is to investigate new technologies for the condition assessment of concrete, to help ensure bridge safety and improve the effectiveness of maintenance and repair. The objectives of the research ...
Identification and characterization of network paths
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)
Many transportation analyses involve fusing multiple sources of data to build a better representation of how a transportation system can be or is used. However, the integration of multiple data sources, each of which may ...
Characterization of polymer-fiber composite sheet retrofits for blast mitigation
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)
[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT AUTHOR'S REQUEST.] The retrofit of existing structures to resist external explosions is becoming increasingly necessary. The use of thin sheets on the tension face of a ...
Red light running at traffic circles: estimation and evaluation of countermeasures effectiveness
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)
The complicated legacy design of traffic circles results in operational and safety deficiencies. This type of intersection design is commonly used at major roadways in Cochabamba, Bolivia. Traffic circles are intended to ...
Evaluation of a mechanical anchoring system to improve performance of carbon fiber reinforced polymer mitigated concrete slabs under close in blasts
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)
Recent events, including the bombings of the Murrah Building in Oklahoma City in 1995 and the World Trade Center in New York in 2001, have drawn attention to the fact that explosive loads can cause extreme damage and loss ...
Evaluation of the effectiveness of freeway traffic management systems using flow-occupancy diagrams and capacity analysis
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)
[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT AUTHOR'S REQUEST.] Over the past decades environmental sustainability and mitigating congestion has been a significant challenge in urban areas in many countries. Freeway ...
Load and resistance factor design of drilled shafts at the service limit state
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)
A practical and efficient procedure for evaluation of drilled shafts at the service limit state is proposed. The procedure uses Load and Resistance Factor Design (LRFD) concepts to achieve target probabilities of failure ...
Link travel time estimation based on connected vehicle probe data
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)
[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT AUTHOR'S REQUEST.] Connected vehicle technology is a wireless system to support communication for enhancing safety and mobility. The thesis proposes a single-link connected ...
Analysis and management of disinfection by product formation in distribution systems
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)
The newly promulgated Stage-2 Disinfectant and Disinfection By-Product (D/DBP) regulations force water utilities of all sizes to be more concerned with their finished and distributed water quality. Compliance for many ...
Load and resistance factor design of drilled shafts in shale using SPT and TCP measurements
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)
Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) designers currently follow American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) design methods for design of drilled shafts in shale and other weak rock. ...
Shear strength of flue gas desulfurization by-product
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)
[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT AUTHOR'S REQUEST.] Shear strength parameters of flue gas desulfurization (FGD) sludge were investigated by conducting a series of constant volume direct simple shear tests ...
A study of ADA public rights-of-way accessibility guideline impacts
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)
The aim of this research is to improve safety and mobility for the disabled community by examining the impacts of the Public Rights-of-Way Accessibility Guidelines (PROWAG). Another aim is to identify the economic consequent ...
Uncertainty propagation and parameter sensitivity analyses of relative permittivity models for use in soils
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)
[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT AUTHOR'S REQUEST.] Nondestructive subsurface investigations are becoming more popular in geotechnical engineering ranging from agricultural applications to environmental ...
Fabrication of TIO₂-embedded PVDF membranes and their application in algae membrane bioreactor systems
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)
Polyvinylidene difluoride (PVDF) membranes with and without TiO2 (5% by mass) were fabricated and applied for high-density algae cultivation in membrane algae bioreactors (MBR). Microalgae species Chlorella Vulgaris was ...
Effectiveness of work zone intelligent transportation systems (ITS)
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)
[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT AUTHOR'S REQUEST.] Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) have been developed to help relieve traffic congestion and improve safety on highways. Work zones are key areas ...
Modeling of environmental effects on thermal detection of subsurface damage for concrete bridges
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)
This study developed a numerical model to predict thermal contrasts for subsurface delaminations based on a given set of environmental conditions. The finite element method (FEM) was used to perform 3-D, transient heat ...
Evaluation of J-turn design performance in Missouri
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)
[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT AUTHOR'S REQUEST.] Research shows that a high percentage of crashes that take place on high-speed rural expressways occur at intersections with minor roads. One low-cost ...