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  • Effect of Pumice Aggregate and Air Entrainment on the Freeze-Thaw Durabilities of HSC 
    Mehmet Burhan Karakoc; Inonu University; Ramazan Demirboga; University Putra Malaysia; Ibrahim Turkmen; Inonu University (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    The objective of this work is to calculate the compressive strength and relative dynamicmodulus of elasticity (RDME) induced into concrete during freezing and thawing. Freeze thaw durability of concrete is of great importance ...
  • Effects of Modified Waste Polystyrene Aggregate (MEPS) on the Physical Properties of Light Weight concrete 
    Ramazan Demirboga; Ataturk University; Abdulkadir Kan; Ataturk University; Dato' Abang Abdullah Abang Ali; University Putra Malaysia (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    With growing population, industrialization, urbanization and globalization it is clearthat there will be a corresponding growth in the air, water and land pollution. Because increasing wealth and population mean increasing ...
  • Engineering Geology Study For Planning And Construction Of Tirana-Elbasani Motorway 
    Ylber Muceku; Polytechnic University of Tirana (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    In this paper are treated the results of the engineering geological study done for motorway construction purpose of Tirana-Elbasani cities in feasibility and project idea phases. A detailed engineering geological mapping ...
  • Evaluation of an Improved Rotavapor Aging Apparatus Using a Morton Flask for Simulation of Hot-Mixing on Modified Asphalts 
    Okan Sirin; Qatar University; Mang Tia; University of Florida (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    A modified Rotavapor apparatus and method had been previously developed at the Universityof Florida for simulation of short-term aging of modified asphalts. Due to the great potentialof this aging procedure, further refining ...
  • Evaluation of Subgrade Modulus and Bearing Capacity with Large Scale Field Tests on Geogrid-Reinforced Granular Fill over Clay Soil 
    Ahmet Demir; Cukurova University; Mustafa Laman; Korkut Ata University; Murat Ornek; Mustafa Kemal University; Abdulazim Yildiz; Cukurova University (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    This study aims at experimentally explaining the potential benefits of geogrid reinforcedsoil foundations using large scale field tests. A total of 8 large scale field tests were carriedout to evaluate the effects of ...
  • Experimental And Numerical Investigations On Uplift Behaviour Of Plate Anchors In Cohesionless Soil 
    Selcuk Bildik; Osmaniye Korkut Ata University; Mustafa Laman; Osmaniye Korkut Ata University (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    In this study, series of small scale laboratory pull-out tests were conducted on anchors embedded in sand. Model tests were performed in a test box. The effects of embedment ratioof anchor plates and relative density of ...
  • Experimental and Numerical Studies of Square Footing on Weak Clay Stabilized with Geosynthetics-Reinforced Granular Replacement 
    Ahmet Demir; Cukurova University; Mustafa Laman; Korkut Ata University; Murad Abu-Farsakh; Louisiana State University; Qiming Chen; Louisiana State University (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    This paper presents experimentally and numerically the bearing capacity and settlementcharacteristics of shallow footings rested on geogrid reinforced crushed limestone over weakclay soil. The effects of thickness of the ...
  • Experimental Investigation of the Dip Effect in Rectangular Channel 
    Mehmet Ardiclioglu; Epoka University; Jose Carlos de Araujo; Donald W. Knight; University of Birmingham (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    Two different data sets (LDA, propeller) were used to observe the occurrence of the dip effectin rectangular open channel flow for aspect ratios 1.5  B/H  12. The measured andcalculated velocity distributions ...
  • Finite Element Analysis and Ambient Vibration Test of the Arch Type Steel Highway Bridges 
    Ahmet Can Altunisik; Karadeniz Technical University; Alemdar Bayraktar; Karadeniz Technical University; Baris Sevim; Gumushane University; Hasan Ozdemir; Prokon Engineering and Consultancy (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    In this paper, it is aimed to determine the dynamic characteristics of highway bridges using finite element analyses and ambient vibration tests. A modern steel highway bridge which has arch type structural system with 216 ...
  • Finite Element Analysis of Laminated Composite Beams under Moving Loads 
    Volkan Kahya; Karadeniz Technical University (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    In this study, a multilayered shear deformable finite element for dynamic analysis oflaminated composite beams subjected to moving loads is presented. The beam model includesseparate rotational degrees of freedom for each ...
  • Foundation Problems On Siltstones: A Case Study From Geotechnical Investigation In Southern Part Of Tirana Area 
    Ylber Muceku; Polytechnic University of Tirana; Mentor Lamaj; Geological Survey of Albania (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    This paper shows the results of the geotechnical investigation carried out in southern part of Tirana city, Albania for study a large foundation on which is planned to build the bigger supermarket. Based on duty of the ...
  • Friction Pendulum Bearings for Seismic Isolation 
    Muhammet Yurdakul; Bayburt University; Sevket Ates; Karadeniz Technical University (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    Seismic isolated building structures are examined in this study. Herein, a two dimensional and eight stories of a building with and without triple friction pendulum (TCFP) bearing is used in the time history analysis under ...
  • General Aspects Of Sustainable Re-Use Of Buildings 
    Aleksandar Jovanovic; University in Nis; Nikola Cekic; University in Nis; Olivera Ilic; University in Nis (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    The key element to good space management is awareness of its historical development throughout history in particular that of his physical structure. Contemporary issues of less energy and economy expenses but greater ecology ...
  • The Impact Of Disaster On Sustainability Of Civil Cultural Heritage And Authenticity: Case Of Religious Building Sample Of Selami Efendi Tekke In Istanbul 
    Mehmet, ULUKAN; Hakan, ARSLAN (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2011-05-19)
    This study seeks the impact of highly destructive earthquakes on the buildings along the historical period beginning from 17th century up to now in the city of Istanbul that had a very rich cultural heritage. The religious ...
  • Impact of Fire Extinguishing Techniques On Concrete Performance 
    Amr A. Gamal; BENHA University (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    The incidence of fire unfortunately occurs quite frequently in buildings. In some cases it causes collapse of the whole structure. Many researches focused on investigation of the effect of fire on concrete strength. Others ...
  • Individual Valuation And Mass Valuation. Problems Of The Application Of Mass Valuation On Land Valuation In Albania 
    Elfrida Alliu-Shehu; Polytechnic University of Tirana; Arben Dervishaj; Polytechnic University of Tirana (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    With the accession of Albania on the path of market economy and the return of realestate in commodity, was born and the need to evaluate them. The main basis of evaluation ofreal estate is the market value. There are two ...
  • Influence of Mesh Size in Deformability and Stress State of Shear Walls 
    Forcim, SOFTA; Luan, MURTAJ; Hektor, CULLUFI (International Balkans Conferance on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2011-05-19)
    The way of shear-walls modeling is very important issue for static and dynamic behavior of the whole structure. Based on finite element method, the utilization of planar or linear element can both be used. For the planar ...
  • Influence of Microcracking on the Transport Properties of Engineered Cementitious Composites 
    Mustafa Sahmaran; Gaziantep University (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    Durability of concrete structures is one of the most significant problems currently facingthe engineering community. The use of High Performance Fiber Reinforced CementitiousComposites (HPFRCC) may greatly enhance the ...
  • Interface Friction Between Organic Soil and Construction Materials 
    Hanifi Canakci; University of Gaziantep; H.Erdem Yavuz; University of Gaziantep; Fatih Celik; University of Gaziantep; Hamza Gullu; University of Gaziantep (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    In this study, interface frictional resistance between organic soil and some of construction material was investigated. Construction materials used in this work are concrete,metal, and wood. Interface friction angle were ...
  • Investigation of Average Shear Stress in Natural Stream 
    Mehmet Ardiclioglu; Epoka University; Agim Selenica; Polytechnic University; Serkan Ozdin; Erciyes University; Alban Kuriqi; Epoka University; Onur Genc; ITU (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    Average shear stress is an important parameter for prediction of sediment transport,bank protection and other river engineering problems in natural streams. For this purposevelocity measurements were taken on Kız&#3 ...

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