Though many have studied cyclist behavior and factors influencing cyclist behavior, most of these studies have focused on intrinsic factors rather than the effect of the local environment. This thesis analyzed an observational ...

Signal retiming is one of the chief responsibilities of municipal transportation agencies and is an important means for reducing congestion and improving transportation quality and reliability. Many agencies conduct signal ...

This research examines freight rail electrification by creating an energy model to simulate trains along specific corridors. The parameters for the energy model were developed after an extensive literature review. Using ...

The use of drilling fluids while drilling for oil and gas is critical for successful drilling. The mud pressure is usually maintained higher than the formation’s pore pressure to stabilize the wellbore and prevent kicks. ...

Aesthetic considerations of tap water do not necessarily indicate public health threats; however, when noticed by consumers they can affect people’s perceptions about the service received and the water provider. Water ...

Drinking water treatment plants are faced with a need to simultaneously remove natural organic matter (NOM), turbidity, and emerging trace organic compounds (TrOCs). Biofiltration is an attractive treatment option to remove ...

Gravity driven multi-phase flow in porous media is an important mode of fluid transport in several geologic settings. Some applications where gravity drainage may play an important role in the movement of a fluid can include ...

Reinforced concrete bridge infrastructure is typically evaluated based on visually observed cracking/damage. However, traditional inspection procedures typically provide little-to-no insight into the remaining capacity of ...