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Direction, method, and model for implementing design for construction worker safety in the US

Creator:: Tymvios, Nicholas
Abstract:: The construction industry employs about 7% of the total US workforce, and yet it accounts for 15.7% of all occupational fatalities. Specifically in 2011, there were 721 deaths in construction, second only to transportation with 733. The cause of a large number of these construction deaths can be attributed to...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: AN ABSTRACT OF THE DISSERTATION OF Nicholas Tymvios for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in

Radiometric Calibration of EAARL‐B Bathymetric Lidar Data

Creator:: Wilson, Nicholas C.
Abstract:: The Experimental Advanced Airborne Research Lidar ‐ B (EAARL‐B), which was built and deployed by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) in 2014, is a novel topographic‐bathymetric lidar system. While retaining a number of features that were pioneered in the original National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) EAARL system (e.g., low...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: THE THESIS OF Nicholas C. Wilson for the degree of Master of Science in Civil Engineering

New acoustic emission applications in civil engineering

Creator:: Schumacher, Thomas
Abstract:: Non-destructive testing methods and applications have become of increasing interest due to the worldwide aging and deteriorating infrastructure network. In the field of Civil Engineering, bridges and bridge components as well as non-structural elements such as roadway pavements for example, are affected. In particular, the Acoustic Emission (AE) technique offers...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: WITH STUDDED TIRES USING ACOUSTIC EMISSION SENSORS AN ABSTRACT OF THE DISSERTATION OF Thomas

Testing and evaluation of flexural reinforcing bars terminating in columns

Creator:: Koester, Carl C.
Abstract:: Capacity of transverse 1950's vintage reinforced concrete deck girder bridge bent caps with large straight bar anchorages were investigated and evaluated. Eleven subassemblage column specimens were examined with different anchorage lengths, bar groupings, amount of transverse steel, and externally applied axial force. Test results showed an increase in anchorage capacity...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: . Tugrul Turan, O. Murat Hamutcuoglu, Thomas Schumacher, Matthew Dawson, Mikal Mitchell, MaryAnn Brooks

Influence of diagonal cracks on negative moment flexural anchorage performance in reinforced concrete bridge girders

Creator:: Goodall, Joshua K.
Abstract:: Large numbers of vintage reinforced concrete deck-girder bridges remain in the national bridge inventory. Many of these exhibit diagonal cracking and other distress. Due to the design practices of the time, it is common to observe cracks at locations where flexural reinforcing steel is terminated along the span. The presence...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Sopal, Brandon Johnson, Jake Goebel, Thomas Schumacher, A. Ekin Senturk, and O. Tugrul Turan for their

Investigation of the behavior of diagonally cracked full-scale CRC deck-girders injected with epoxy resin and subjected to axial tension

Creator:: Smith, Matthew T. (Matthew Todd)
Abstract:: Article 1: Behavior of Epoxy Injected Diagonally Cracked Full-Scale CRC Deck-Girders. Many cast-in place reinforced concrete deck-girder bridges (RCDG) remain in the national inventory and exhibit diagonal cracking. Epoxy injection has been in use for several decades as a method for sealing diagonal cracks, but the effects on girder behavior...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: . K., Nicholas, B. S., Robelo, M. J., Lee, A-Y., and Forrest, R. W., “Research Project SPR 350 SR

Initial performance assessment for implementation of hot mix asphalt containing recycled asphalt shingles in Oregon

Creator:: Samoo, Faisal Ahmed
Abstract:: This thesis documents the evaluation of the initial performance of pavement containing recycled asphalt shingles (RAS) in Oregon. The research was funded by the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) and the Federal Highway Administration and was conducted at Oregon State University. The key objectives of this thesis are to document...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Freeze-thaw durability of reinforced concrete deck girders strengthened for shear with surface-bonded carbon fiber-reinforced polymer

Creator:: Mitchell, Mikal Maxwell
Abstract:: Long-term durability of surface-bonded carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP) U-wraps for shear strengthening of reinforced concrete (RC) bridge members remains uncertain due to the limited field experience with these materials. This paper provides experimental results from the testing of full-scale RC bridge girder specimens after exposure to prolonged freeze-thaw cycling. CFRP...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: , Thomas Schumacher, A. Ekin Senturk, Matthew Smith, Gautam J. Sopal and O. Tugrul Turan. This

Scale effects on reinforced concrete beams strengthened for shear with discrete externally bonded carbon fiber-reinforced polymer U-wraps

Creator:: Dawson, Matthew Ryan
Abstract:: Current ACI design provisions for shear in reinforced concrete (RC) beams strengthened with externally bonded carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP) U-wraps may not adequately account for the effect of scale. This paper describes tests of 6 geometrically scaled beams to identify possible scale effects of such beams. Results indicated that effective...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: . Mitchell, Thomas Schumacher, A. Ekin Senturk, Matthew Smith, Gautam J. Sopal and O. Tugrul Turan

Bacterial toxicity and metabolism of three hydrazine fuels

Creator:: Kane, Donald A.
Abstract:: Hydrazine based fuels are used by the Air Force for the Titan II and Minuteman III missiles and the F-16 aircraft and by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration for propulsion systems and the Space Shuttle Program. These uses represent significant production, transportation and storage of these fuels, and, as...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

The effect of mixing on the oxygen uptake rate of estuarine bottom deposits

Creator:: Martin, Duane Collins
Abstract:: A study of the effect of mixing on the oxygen uptake rate of estuarine bottom deposits is presented. The method of study involved the mixing of samples of bottom deposits with the overlying water to result in concentrations of suspended matter in the same order as observed in the estuary....
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: ; salinity; and bacterial and protozoan life on the oxygen uptake rate. Fair, Moore and Thomas (6

Investigation of the fatigue behavior of diagonally-cracked CRC deck-girders repaired with CFRP

Creator:: Williams, Grahme T.
Abstract:: Fiber reinforced polymers (FRP) are becoming more widely used for repair and strengthening of conventionally reinforced concrete (CRC) bridge members. Once installed, the repair may be exposed to millions of load cycles during service life. The anticipated life of FRP repairs for shear strengthening of bridge members under repeated service...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Potisuk, Mr. Richard Forrest, Mr. Thomas Schumacher, Ms. Michelle Chavez, and Ms. Angela Rogge for their

Weather and large waves along the Oregon coast: atmospheric controls on a numerical wave model

Creator:: Ellenson, Ashley N.
Abstract:: In this study, the effects of implementing different wind input or physics packages in a numerical wave model to recreate large wave conditions are explored. Three large wave events are simulated with WaveWatch III. The wind inputs which are compared are NCEP's Global Forecasting System (GFS) with 0.5 degree resolution...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Assessing the Trade-Off Between Sustainability and Resiliency of Reinforced Concrete Alternatives in Corrosive Conditions: An LCA-System Dynamics Approach

Creator:: Moreno Rangel, Erick D.
Abstract:: Concrete has been categorized as a key contributor of CO2 (carbon) emissions into the atmosphere. This is mostly associated with the production of ordinary portland cement (OPC). The concrete and cement industries are pursuing a path to reduce their carbon emissions generally in accordance with the climate change goals outlined...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: like to acknowledge Nicholas Peterson, James Batti, Paul Montagne, Jeremy Smith, Dr. Rita Ghantous

A study of the coagulation of kraft effluent by sea water

Creator:: Andrews, Ben Neal
Abstract:: The coagulation of effluent from the kraft pulping and papermaking process was investigated. The amount of material coagulated from saline mixtures of the effluent is determined as a function of time, salinity, kraft effluent concentration, and mixture pH. Individual sources of salinity include sea water and several different solutions of...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Roughness and geometry effects of engineered log jams on 1-D flow characteristics

Creator:: Valverde, Rachelle S.
Abstract:: The re-introduction of large woody debris (LWD) into streams and rivers for stream restoration purposes is rapidly growing. Engineered log jams (ELJs) are man-made structures intended to mimic natural LWD structures, designed and installed to protect stream banks from erosion while increasing habitat diversity. Several studies have evaluated the flow...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: model to aid in the selection of an effective downstream flood mitigation alternative (Thomas and

Stiffness matrix analysis of structures by electronic digital computer

Creator:: Serpanos, James Evan
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: acknowledge his indebtedness to Dr. Sai-Lung Pan and Professor Thomas J. McClellan for their technical

Environmental durability of reinforced concrete deck girders strengthened with surface-bonded carbon fiber-reinforced polymer

Creator:: Sopal, Gautam Jayant
Abstract:: Long-term durability of surface-bonded carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP) for shear strengthening of reinforced concrete (RC) bridge members remains uncertain due to the limited field experience with these materials. This paper provides experimental results from the testing of full-scale RC bridge girder specimens after exposure to prolonged environmental exposure and combined...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Stark, Josh Udall, Matt Dawson, Dan Howell, Mikal Mitchell, Thomas Schumacher. This research was

Curriculum synthesis and amelioration : a case study of undergraduate civil engineering

Creator:: Hamernik, Robert E.
Abstract:: The dynamic philosophy of education as applied to the undergraduate Civil Engineering program has been influenced by such factors as the introduction of new theories, the demands and needs of our society and the personnel responsible for teaching. These changes are reflected in the curriculum as witnessed by a historical...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

An investigation of Oregon weight-in-motion data for bridge rating implementation and evaluation

Creator:: Pelphrey, Jordan Michael
Abstract:: The LRFR Manual, within commentary Article C6.4.4.2.3, contains provisions for development of site-specific live load factors. In Oregon, truck Weigh-in-Motion (WIM) data were used to develop live load factors for use on state-owned bridges. The factors were calibrated using the same statistical methods that were used in the original development...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: for giving me this great opportunity; Dr. Thomas Miller for his counsel during the duration of the

Autogenous deformation and chemical shrinkage of high performance cementitious systems

Creator:: Fu, Tengfei
Abstract:: In the past ten years, renewed research interest has shown the benefits of internal curing by incorporating saturated lightweight fine aggregate (LWFA) in high performance concrete (HPC). As a result, the technology of internal curing has steadily progressed from laboratory studies to field applications. To determine the optimum LWFA content,...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: to thank all my colleagues and friends, Dr. Thomas Schumacher, Nicholas Tymvios, Tyler Deboodt

Advancing Spatial Data Engineering and Analysis: Integrative Approaches with GIS, Statistical Modelling, and Deep Learning

Creator:: Krivova, Maria
Abstract:: Geospatial data analysis is a multifaceted discipline encompassing the collection, processing, and visualization of diverse datasets. It models and delineates the interactions of people, objects, and phenomena within geographical spaces and predicts patterns based on the relationships between different locations. Despite significant advancements in geospatial data engineering and analytics over...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

Quantifying the Safety and Mobility Benefits of Connected Vehicle Technologies under Varying Levels of Market Penetration and Traffic Volume : An Agent-Based Modeling Framework

Creator:: Abdulsattar, Harith M.
Abstract:: The advancement of the cutting-edge technologies of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) hold promises to reshape the future of the transportation system. The concept of connected (CV) and connected automated vehicles (CAV) technologies are live examples of the future transportation. Vehicle communication technology is expected to impact conventional traffic conditions....
Resource Type:: Dissertation

Shrinkage study of high performance concrete for bridge decks

Creator:: Fu, Tengfei
Abstract:: In the field of civil infrastructure, bridge desks are typically constructed using high performance concrete (HPC). Concrete bridge decks demand qualities such as low permeability, high abrasion resistance, superior durability, and long design life. Over decades of field and laboratory experience, many HPC bridge decks have been found to be...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: academic endeavors and look forward to working with you in the future. Nicholas Tymvios, I could never

Risk and Reward Perception and Risk-Taking: Applicability, Relationship, and Implication in Construction Safety

Creator:: Azeez, Mohammed N.
Abstract:: While safety improvements have been made in the construction industry, construction still experiences one of the highest numbers of fatalities annually compared to other industries in the United States with over 970 fatalities in 2016 alone. This number of fatalities drives researchers and safety managers to improve safety measures and...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

Parametric uncertainties in reliability analysis of bridge structures

Creator:: Hamutcuoglu, Osman Murat
Abstract:: Probability-based reliability methods have placed an increased emphasis on realistic simulation of structural behavior in bridge engineering. Uncertainty is present in every aspect of structural analysis. Aleatory uncertainties in the loading and load-carrying capacities, and epistemic uncertainties in mathematical idealization of bridge systems are the major contributors to uncertain structural...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

Degrees of Connectivity : A Systematic Accident Causation Model

Creator:: Alomari, Kasim A.
Abstract:: With all of the efforts that have been conducted over the past 100 years since the first accident causation theory was published, the Accident Proneness theory by Vernon (1918), the construction still trails among different industries in terms of fatal and nonfatal work injuries. Theories and models that have been...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Research Group who have been helpful and supportive Nicholas Tymvios, Catarina Pestana, Fan Zhang, Ali

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

Creator:: Goebel, Jacob Hans
Abstract:: 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...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: co-workers, including: Brandon Johnson, Mary Ann Triska, Tugrul Turan, Michael Dyson, Thomas

Shear repair methods for conventionally reinforced concrete girders and deep beams

Creator:: Howell, Daniel A.
Abstract:: Many conventionally reinforced concrete deck girder bridges (RCDG) and their intermediate supporting bent caps were designed during the Eisenhower interstate era of the 1950’s with the AASHO design equations at the time, which subsequently place higher demand on the concrete. The referenced components may exhibit diagonal cracking due to the...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: . Ekin Senturk, Osman Hamutcuoglu, Tugrul Turan, Jordan Pelphrey, Ae-Young Lee, Thomas Schumacher

Experimental and analytical evaluation of conventionally reinforced deck-girder bridge bent caps with vintage details

Creator:: Senturk, Ahmet Ekin
Abstract:: Many conventionally reinforced concrete deck girder (RCDG) bridges were built in the US during the 1950s, throughout the expansion of the Interstate System. Designs followed the AASHO standard of the time, which permitted higher shear stress in concrete and reduced detailing requirements than permitted by current specifications. Many of these...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: State University Structural Engineering Laboratory for their assistance: Thomas Schumacher, Carl

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