This thesis presents a study on the dynamic characteristics and seismic performance of a retrofitted concrete building located in the soft soil area of Mexico City. The original structure consisted of reinforced concrete ...

A three-compartment model is extended to estimate the fate and transport of DEHP in a realistic residential environment. The model considered eight environmental media (i.e. air, particulate matter with six size fractions, ...

In this study, synthetic membrane vesicles (liposomes) were prepared from phospholipids and cholesterol as a model biological phase, and the bioavailability of four estrogens and five estrogenic compounds were evaluated ...

River deltas are threatened regions of great societal and environmental importance, and their continued survival depends upon a greater understanding of their formation and evolution. Hydrological connectivity in river ...

This work presents two mechanisms for modeling alliance formation between leader carriers in a freight network for more efficient utilization of their resources: partial collaboration and complete collaboration. The ...

Consultant performance on PS&E projects oftentimes adversely impacts timely completion of TxDOT highway projects. TxDOT's ability to quickly and effectively choose well-qualified, capable consulting firms for executing new ...

The removal of inorganic contaminants is a primary concern in drinking water treatment. Fluoride and arsenic both naturally occur in ground and surface waters throughout the world. Recent health concerns regarding extended ...

Reliable engineering productivity measurement is a critical element of predictable project performance and continuous improvement. Despite the fact that engineering costs have risen to levels approaching 20 percent of total ...

Concerns over the impacts of urban growth have prompted the development and adoption of water-demand management strategies. Water and energy savings from increasingly efficient technologies, diversified water sources, and ...

Research conducted by the Construction Industry Institute (CII) shows that adequate pre-project planning benefits project in the areas of cost, schedule, and operational characteristics. Pre-project planning is the project ...