American Journal of Civil Engineering

Volume 4, Issue 1, January 2016

  • Experimental Testing and Analytical Modeling of Strip Footing in Reinforced Sandy Soil with Multi-Geogrid Layers Under Different Loading Conditions

    Aram Mohammed Raheem, Mohammed Abdulsalam Abdulkarem

    Issue: Volume 4, Issue 1, January 2016
    Pages: 1-11
    Received: Jan. 20, 2016
    Accepted: Jan. 30, 2016
    Published: Feb. 19, 2016
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    Abstract: In this study, large-scale physical models with dimensions of (0.9m * 0.9m * 0.55m) have been designed and constructed to investigate the behavior of strip footing in reinforced sandy soil with multi-geogrid layers under inclined and eccentric loading conditions. The effect of several parameters such as geogrid layers (N), soil relative density (RD... Show More
  • Uncertainty and Risk Factors Assessment for Cross-Country Pipelines Projects Using AHP

    Hesham Abd El Khalek, Remon Fayek Aziz, Hamada Kamel

    Issue: Volume 4, Issue 1, January 2016
    Pages: 12-23
    Received: Jan. 16, 2016
    Accepted: Jan. 30, 2016
    Published: Feb. 23, 2016
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    Abstract: Infrastructure cross-country pipelines projects carry out higher risk than traditional because they entail high capital outlays and intricate site conditions. The high-risk exposure associated with infrastructure cross-country pipelines projects needs special attention from contractors to analyze and manage their risks. They cannot be eliminated bu... Show More
  • Risk and Uncertainty Assessment Model in Construction Projects Using Fuzzy Logic

    Hesham Abd El Khalek, Remon Fayek Aziz, Hamada Mohamed Kamel

    Issue: Volume 4, Issue 1, January 2016
    Pages: 24-39
    Received: Jan. 12, 2016
    Accepted: Feb. 01, 2016
    Published: Feb. 29, 2016
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    Abstract: In the global construction market, most construction companies are willing to undertake international projects in order to maximize their profitability by taking advantage of attractive emerging markets and minimize dependence on local market. Due to the nature of construction works, there are lots of risks and uncertainties associated with the com... Show More