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  • Consistency and effectiveness of advisory speeds: an evaluation of current posting techniques

    Creator:
    Rohani, Joshan W.
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    Crash rates are said to be nearly three times higher on curved sections than those on straight sections of rural roadways. As a result, advisory curve/speed signs are standard practice to mitigate these risks on sharp horizontal curves. The industry standard for determining appropriate and uniform speeds for such signs...
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    APPENDIX C. DATA COLLECTION INSTRUCTIONS .................................................. 118

  • Predicting pore pressure response in in-situ liquefaction studies using controlled blasting

    Creator:
    Eller, James Michael
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    Originally used as a method to densify loose soils, controlled blasting has expanded its applicability to geotechnical engineering by becoming a research tool to physically generate liquefaction for full-scale in-situ tests, ranging from seismic performance of deep foundations to evaluating ground improvement techniques. Current methods used to design the blasting...
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    .............................................................................................................................. 157 TABLE OF CONTENTS (Continued) Page Appendix C – Statistical Regression Analysis

  • Design and environmental performance of near-surface mounted carbon fiber reinforced polymer strips for shear strengthening reinforced concrete bridge girders

    Creator:
    Goebel, Jacob Hans
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    During the interstate expansion of the 1950s, many conventionally reinforced concrete deck girder bridges were built throughout the country. These now vintage bridges commonly exhibit diagonal cracking and rate inadequately for shear, thus they are candidates for shear strengthening to extend their useful life. Near-surface mounted (NSM) retrofitting is a...
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    Jacob Hans Goebel for the degree of Master of Science in Civil Engineering presented on June 10, 2011

  • Transportation network connectivity, facilities encouraging walkability, and crime

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    Bornasal, Floraliza B.
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    This thesis explores the relationship between crime, transportation network connectivity, and engineered facilities built to increase walkability through a case study of twenty-five sites within the city of Spokane, Washington. Using data spanning between 2008 and 2010, the author developed a GIS model representing conditions of the built environment, social...
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    .......................................131 APPENDIX C: CODEBOOK

  • Accuracy assessment of LiDAR point cloud geo-referencing

    Creator:
    Williams, Keith E.
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    Three-dimensional laser scanning has revolutionized spatial data acquisition and can be completed from a variety of platforms including airborne (ALS), mobile (MLS), and static terrestrial (TLS) laser scanning. MLS is a rapidly evolving technology that provides increases in efficiency and safety over static TLS, while still providing similar levels of...
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    ................................................................................................................. 141 Appendix C – Condensed Instructions for Slope and Visual Shift Quality Assurance Spreadsheet

  • Radon-222 as an indicator for nonaqueous phase liquids in the saturated zone : developing a detection technology

    Creator:
    Hopkins, Omar Snowden
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    Radon-222 gas has unique properties allowing it to be used as an indicator for the presence of organic phase liquids in the saturated zone. It naturally occurs in soils. It is radioactive, making quantitative detection straight forward. A noble gas, it is chemically inert and does not react with aquifer...
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    Experiments 65 Appendix B Preparation of Synthetic Borden Ground Water 66 Appendix C Batch Exchange

  • Wave interaction with rubble mound structures

    Creator:
    Yoo, Chul-hee
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    The objective of this study is the development and verification of an analytical solution for an unsteady flow field partially occupied by a permeable structure. Flow is induced by a small amplitude incident wave train and the permeable structure may contain multilayered anisotropic but homogeneous material. The analytical solution developed...
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    under the supervision of Dr. C. K. Sollitt, my major professor. I would like to express my most

  • Evaluating dairy waste management systems ̓influence on fecal coliform concentration in runoff

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    Grismer, Mark Edward
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    This paper examines the environmental factors influencing the die-off and transport of fecal coliform bacteria present in wastes applied to the land surface. These factors are examined specifically for dairy waste management systems and the net effect each system has on runoff water quality. A model is developed that considers...
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    Appendix C. Soils Description 66 Appendix D. Model FORTRAN Program and Table 11 Data Results 72 Appendix E

  • Development of a priority rating system for highway safety improvements

    Creator:
    Iranitalab, Farhad
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    This thesis presents the procedure adopted to develop the priority rating system for highway safety improvements. Safety hazards are classified into four categories: (1) Railroad crossings, (2) Intersections, (3) Geometric-Related Hazards, and (4) Roadside Hazards. For each category of hazards, relationships are developed to obtain a hazard index and expected...
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    127 Appendix B - Intersection Safety Literature Review and Summary of Findings 130 Appendix C Safety

  • Nutrients in runoff from spray irrigation of swine wastes

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    Taylor, Dennis William
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    Major emphasis of this research study involved the evaluation of nutrient transport by overland flow. Samples gathered at various distances relative to a swine-waste spray irrigation system were used for the nutrient evaluation. As a result of this study, the following conclusions are made: 1. It is improbable that the...
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    . Donald C. Phillips Major emphasis of this research study involved the evaluation of nutrient transport