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  • Common Factors that Affect Aesthetics in Bridge Design

    Creator:
    Coe, Jennifer J.
    Abstract:
    Aesthetics should be emphasized as much as possible in a design project without exceeding scope, budget, or schedule to satisfy the stakeholders involved. There is a rising trend of increased emphasis on aesthetics. This trend of using various techniques to help structures blend in or contribute to the surrounding environment...
    Resource Type:
    Honors College Thesis
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    Jennifer J. Coe for the degree of Honors Baccalaureate of Science in Civil Engineering presented on May 19

  • The philosophies of leadership, management, and authority : how they’re different, and why we so often get it wrong

    Creator:
    Sundberg, Benjamin J.
    Abstract:
    Recent studies have shown that there is a significant amount of dissatisfaction and stress associated with finances, job security, and work. There are many health related consequences that manifest in response to this continual stress that we experience in our professional lives. These include obesity, high blood pressure, high cholesterol,...
    Resource Type:
    Honors College Thesis
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    AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Benjamin J. Sundberg for the

  • Modeling and Finite Element Analysis of a Standard Concrete Canoe

    Creator:
    Stache, Stephanie S.
    Abstract:
    This thesis project provides a guiding framework for the structural analysis portion of the National Concrete Canoe Competition (NCCC). Step-by-step instructions on how to 3-dimensionally model a “standard” sized concrete canoe in AutoCAD Civil 3D, import the model into SAP2000, and proceed to analyze the canoe with the SAP2000 finite...
    Resource Type:
    Honors College Thesis
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    : Thomas Miller This thesis project provides a guiding framework for the structural analysis portion

  • Monotonic and Cyclic Testing of Cross-Laminated Timber Diaphragms

    Creator:
    Beairsto, Cody J.
    Abstract:
    Mass timber is emerging as a viable form of construction around the world in new markets for wood buildings. The entrance into these markets has driven the demand for more knowledge to enable designs alongside other structural materials such as steel and reinforced concrete. Large, in-plane tests on cross-laminated timber...
    Resource Type:
    Masters Thesis
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    : ______________________________________________________ Rakesh Gupta Thomas H. Miller Abstract Mass timber is emerging as a viable form of

  • Examination of lateral stiffness and strength of pitched residential roof diaphragms with implications for seismic design.

    Creator:
    Kirkham, William J.
    Abstract:
    There are about 80 million single-family dwellings (SFD) in the United States, predominantly of wood-frame construction. Of these, 68% are owner occupied. A home is typically the largest single investment of a family, and is often not covered by earthquake insurance, even where it is available. Of all SFD in...
    Resource Type:
    Dissertation
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    . Kirkham, Rakesh Gupta and Thomas H. Miller ASCE J. of Structural Engineering American Society of Civil

  • Lateral force resisting pathways in log structures

    Creator:
    Scott, Randy J.
    Abstract:
    In recent years, log structures have been marketed as an alternative to conventional light-frame wood structures. Log structures are constructed using round timbers (or manufactured timbers) that are stacked vertically and have interlocking corners. Thru-rods and lag screws are used to provide inter-log connections. This project was conducted to evaluate...
    Resource Type:
    Masters Thesis

  • Analysis of diagonally cracked conventionally reinforced concrete girders in the service load range

    Creator:
    Robelo, Melissa J.
    Abstract:
    Performance evaluation of conventionally reinforced concrete (CRC) bridge superstructure elements with diagonal cracks is of interest to the bridge engineering community. Standardized methods to predict service-level stress magnitudes in cracked bridge girders under combined bending and shear forces are not available. An analysis procedure was developed to determine the response...
    Resource Type:
    Masters Thesis
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    AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Melissa J. Robelo for the degree

  • Load Path Investigation in a Light-Frame Wood House with Complex Geometry

    Creator:
    Holman, Justin D.
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    The objective of this study was to investigate load paths in an existing light-frame wood structure with complex geometry, using previously established computer modeling methods. The structural model is derived from an existing, multi-level residence located in Corvallis, Oregon. For the purpose of this study, the existing structure was simplified...
    Resource Type:
    Masters Thesis
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    Abstract approved: Rakesh Gupta Thomas H. Miller The objective of this study was to

  • Behavior of gypsum-sheathed cold-formed steel wall stud panels

    Creator:
    Lee, Young-ki
    Abstract:
    This study consists of three parts: 1) Part A: Limiting Height Evaluation for Composite Wall Tests, 2) Part B: Mid-Span Deflection Evaluation for Composite Wall Tests, and 3) Part C: Nominal Axial Strength Evaluation for Wall-Braced Wall Stud Columns. The purpose of Part A is to develop experimentally-based limiting heights...
    Resource Type:
    Dissertation
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    Panels Abstract approved : Thomas H. Miller This study consists of three parts: 1) Part A: Limiting

  • Evaluation of remediation techniques for circular holes in the webs of wood I-joists

    Creator:
    Polocoser, Tiberiu
    Abstract:
    The objective of this project was to evaluate methods to remediate a wood I-joist with a single, circular hole in the web while leaving utilities in place. The methods were experimentally evaluated with a full-scale bending test using four equally spaced point loads. There were three depths of joists with...
    Resource Type:
    Masters Thesis
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    Abstract approved: Rakesh Gupta Thomas H. Miller The objective of this project was