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  • Seismic Design Of Tunnels In Fault Zones 
    Ervin Paci; Polytechnic University of Tirana; Alma Afezolli; Polytechnic University of Tirana; Arben Dervishaj; Polytechnic University of Tirana (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    The tunnels due to their restrictions as a infrastructure work often overpass very disturbed tectonic zones. In those zones due to overthrust geological processes the rockquality are extremely poor in one side, and changes ...
  • Seismic Refraction Method 
    Ivana Lukic; University of Mostar; Davor Barac; Institut IGH; Danijela Zovko (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    Seismic methods are applied primarily in order to determine quasi-homogeneous zonesaccording to parameters of fragmentation, physical and chemical weathering anddeformability of rock masses and cohesionless soil. Applied ...
  • Seismic Risk Management Of An Elementary School Building Based On Minimum Expected Life-Cycle Cost 
    Neritan Shkodrani; Polytechnic University of Tirana; Elfrida Alliu; Polytechnic University of Tirana; Shkelqim Daja; Polytechnic University of Tirana (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    In earthquake disaster prevention, one serious problem confronting the world's earthquake - prone countries is seismic performance of buildings. A building is expected to remain safe and provide its intended function ...
  • Shear Strength Properties of Organic Soil with Sand Column 
    Fatih Celik; University of Gaziantep; Hanifi Canakci; University of Gaziantep (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    This paper discusses the results of a series of direct shear test that were undertaken toinvestigate the behaviour of organic soil with granular soil column. The tests focused oneffect of diameter of granular column in ...
  • Shear Stress Distributions along the Cross Section in Smooth Open Channel Flow 
    Mehmet Ardiclioglu; Epoka University; M. Salih Kirkgoz; Cukurova University (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    Distributions of shear stress throughout the entire cross-section within the fully developedboundary layer region in a smooth and rectangular open channel flow setup areexperimentally determined with the help of a laser ...
  • Shoreline Dynamics And Preventive Measures At Southern Part Of Durresi Bay 
    Shkelqim Daja; Polytechnic University of Tirana; Cercis Durmishi; Polytechnic University of Tirana; Agim Sinojmeri; Polytechnic University of Tirana; Neritan Shkodrani; Polytechnic University of Tirana (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    One of the most important aspects of coastal management and planning programs thatneeds to be investigated is shoreline dynamics. Long-term coastal analysis uses historical datato identify the sectors along the coast where ...
  • Simplified Earthquake Analysis of Suspensi 
    Suleyman Adanur; Karadeniz Technical University; Mehmet Akkose; Karadeniz Technical University; Alemdar Bayraktar; Karadeniz Technical University; A. Aydin Dumanoglu; Avrasya University (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    This paper presents the finite element analysis of a suspension bridge subjected to earthquake ground motion using simplified models. For this purpose, two simplified models are considered. It is assumed that each element ...
  • Simulation of Density Flow in Dam Reservoirs Using Two Dimensional Mathematical Models 
    Fatih Unes; Mustafa Kemal University; Necati Agiralioglu; Istanbul Technical University; Mustafa Demirci; Mustafa Kemal University (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    Density inflow is modeled in two dimensions through a reservoir with sloping bottom. If an in flow of higher density enters ambient dam reservoir water, then it plunges below theambient water and then becomes density ...
  • Size And High Temperature Effects On The Compressive Strength Of Self Compacting Concretes 
    Okan Karahan; Ryerson University; Erdogan Ozbay; Erciyes University; Cengiz Duran Atis; Erciyes University; Anwar Hossain; Ryerson University; Mohamed Lachemi; Ryerson University (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    The compressive strength behavior of concrete is one of the fundamental parameters of structural design as most load-bearing concrete elements, such as beams, columns and slabs. However, it was known that compressive ...
  • Static Design of Systems with Semi-Rigid Connections Based on Experimental Investigation of the Full Scale Structure 
    Slavko Zdravkovic; Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture of Nis; Tomislav Igic; Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture of Nis; Biljana Mladenovic; Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture of Nis; Dragan Zlatkov; Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture of Nis; Dragana Turnic; Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture of Nis (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    The paper presents the basic theory and corresponding equations for calculation of the static influences of the structures with semi-rigid connections in joints. The static design of system in which connections of members ...
  • Structural Analysis of Tirana’s Clock Tower in Albania 
    Hüseyin, Bilgin; Gloriant, Kokoli (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2011-05-19)
    Preservation of the ancient heritage and old structures for future generations is considered as a fundamental issue in the cultural life of modern societies. The purpose of preserving old monuments is to protect them as ...
  • Study of Evolutionary Structural Optimization and Applications 
    Fatih Cetisli; Firat University; Sedat Savas; Firat University; Mehmet Ulker; Firat University (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    In this study, the evolutionary topological design of 2D structural systems was conducted by using ANSYS software. Since the material that is used in structures is not homogenous in general, the maximum and minimum principal ...
  • Testing Flood Estimation Methods On Ancient Closed Conduits 
    Orhan Baykan; Pamukkale University; Ahmet Alkan; Dokuz Eylul University; Ulker Guner Bacanli; Pamukkale University; Nesrin Baykan; Pamukkale University; Unal Ozis; Dokuz Eylul University (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    Beside a large number of ancient tunnels in long-distance water conveyance systems toancient cities in Turkiye, five peculiar closed conduits, through which almost the entire discharge of water courses were flowing, are ...
  • The Analysis and the Design of the Reinforced Concrete Elements and the Algorithm in the Calculation of these Elements under the Shear Forces 
    Igli Kondi; Polytechnic University of Tirana; Julian Kasharaj; Polytechnic University of Tirana; Brunela Karamani; Polytechnic University of Tirana (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    During the process of the design for the reinforced concrete elements besides the calculation of the bending moment, another important calculation is the one made for these elements when they are under the shear forces. ...
  • The Assessment Of Slopes Stability With Probability Methods 
    Veronika Hajdari; Polytechnic University of Tirana; Luisa Dhimitri; Polytechnic University of Tirana; Redi Muci; Polytechnic University of Tirana; Alketa Ndoj; Polytechnic University of Tirana (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    This paper aims to deal with the assessment of the stability of slopes, taking inconsideration several methods for analysis:- the limit equilibrium methods such as the Infinitive Slope method, Bishop's simplifiedmethod ...
  • The Bond Strength of Structural Lightweight Pumice Aggregate Concrete with/without Silica Fume 
    Emre SANCAK; Suleyman Demirel University; Osman Simsek; Gazi University (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    In this study, the bond strength between concrete and steel reinforcement of structuralconcrete produced by lightweight pumice aggregate (SLWAC) is investigated by comparingwith the normal-weight aggregate (NWAC) without ...
  • The Effects Of The Urea On Cold Weather Strength Gaining Of Fresh Concrete 
    Ramazan Demirboga; Ataturk University; Fatma Karagol; Ataturk University; Riza Polat; Ataturk University; Mehmet Akif Kaygusuz; Ataturk University (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    Common methods of concrete placing in freeze and cold weather have not beenchanged for ages. The methods are heating materials, melting ice and curing fresh concrete byinsulation devices and applying heating systems until ...
  • The Impact of EC 7 in Axial Load Capacity Estimation of Pile Foundations 
    Alketa Ndoj; Polytechnic University of Tirana,; Ardita Malaj; Polytechnic University of Tirana,; Shpresa Gashi; Polytechnic University of Tirana,; Veronika Hajdari; Polytechnic University of Tirana, (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    The pile foundation is generally used in Albania. Until today their design is based onwhat it is called The Albanian Practice of Design. In these days, the implementation of theEurocode in the design, is considered very ...
  • The Influence Of Calcium Nitrate On The Compressive Strength Of Concrete Exposed To Freezing Weather 
    Fatma Karagol; Ataturk University; Ramazan Demirboga; Ataturk University, University Putra Malaysia; Mehmet Akif Kaygusuz; Ataturk University; Mehrzad Mohabbi Yadollahi; Ataturk University (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    Based on ACI 306R-88, the minimum temperature necessary for maintaining concretehydration and strength gaining is 50C. If the atmosphere weather becomes lower than 50Csome preserve measurements should be taken in order to ...
  • The Structural and Architectural Configuration of the "Yukari Tashan" 
    Zeki Ozcan; Sakarya University (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    In this study, a distinguished example of Ottoman Architecture is investigated. It is onethe extant cultural and historical heritages that reached to our century. It is located in Boludowntown. The purpose of this paper ...

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