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- 2006-2007 Program Review Civil Engineering.
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- Florida Atlantic University, Department of Civil, Environmental and Geomatics Engineering, College of Engineering and Computer Science
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Florida Atlantic University Departmental Dashboard Indicators. Department program reviews for College of Engineering and Computer Science, Florida Atlantic University.
- Date Issued
- 2006-2007
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00007721
- Subject Headings
- Florida Atlantic University -- History
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- Document (PDF)
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- 2009-2010 Program Review Civil, Environmental, and Geomatics Engineering.
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- Florida Atlantic University, Department of Civil, Environmental and Geomatics Engineering, College of Engineering and Computer Science
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Florida Atlantic University Departmental Dashboard Indicators. Department program reviews for College of Engineering and Computer Science, Florida Atlantic University.
- Date Issued
- 2010-2011
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00007729
- Subject Headings
- Florida Atlantic University -- History
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- Document (PDF)
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- 2009-2010 Program Review Civil, Environmental, and Geomatics Engineering.
- Creator
- Florida Atlantic University, Department of Civil, Environmental and Geomatics Engineering, College of Engineering and Computer Science
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Florida Atlantic University Departmental Dashboard Indicators. Department program reviews for College of Engineering and Computer Science, Florida Atlantic University.
- Date Issued
- 2012-2013
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00007732
- Subject Headings
- Florida Atlantic University -- History
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- Document (PDF)
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- 2009-2010 Program Review Civil, Environmental, and Geomatics Engineering.
- Creator
- Florida Atlantic University, Department of Civil, Environmental and Geomatics Engineering, College of Engineering and Computer Science
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Florida Atlantic University Departmental Dashboard Indicators. Department program reviews for College of Engineering and Computer Science, Florida Atlantic University.
- Date Issued
- 2013-2014
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00007735
- Subject Headings
- Florida Atlantic University -- History
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- Document (PDF)
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- 2009-2010 Program Review Civil, Environmental, and Geomatics Engineering.
- Creator
- Florida Atlantic University, Department of Civil, Environmental and Geomatics Engineering, College of Engineering and Computer Science
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Florida Atlantic University Departmental Dashboard Indicators. Department program reviews for College of Engineering and Computer Science, Florida Atlantic University.
- Date Issued
- 2009-2010
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00007726
- Subject Headings
- Florida Atlantic University -- History
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- Document (PDF)
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- 2009-2010 Program Review Civil, Environmental, and Geomatics Engineering.
- Creator
- Florida Atlantic University, Department of Civil, Environmental and Geomatics Engineering, College of Engineering and Computer Science
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Florida Atlantic University Departmental Dashboard Indicators. Department program reviews for College of Engineering and Computer Science, Florida Atlantic University.
- Date Issued
- 2014-2015
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00007738
- Subject Headings
- Florida Atlantic University -- History
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- Document (PDF)
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- 2009-2010 Program Review Civil, Environmental, and Geomatics Engineering.
- Creator
- Florida Atlantic University, Department of Civil, Environmental and Geomatics Engineering, College of Engineering and Computer Science
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Florida Atlantic University Departmental Dashboard Indicators. Department program reviews for College of Engineering and Computer Science, Florida Atlantic University.
- Date Issued
- 2016-2017
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00007744
- Subject Headings
- Florida Atlantic University -- History
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- Document (PDF)
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- 2009-2010 Program Review Civil, Environmental, and Geomatics Engineering.
- Creator
- Florida Atlantic UniversityFAU Office of Institutional Effectiveness & Analysis, Department of Civil, Environmental and Geomatics Engineering, College of Engineering and Computer Science
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Florida Atlantic University Departmental Dashboard Indicators. Department program reviews for College of Engineering and Computer Science, Florida Atlantic University.
- Date Issued
- 2015-2016
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00007741
- Subject Headings
- Florida Atlantic University -- History
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- Document (PDF)
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- 3D Reconstruction of Simulated Bridge Pier Local Scour Using Green Laser and HydroLite Sonar.
- Creator
- Banyhany, Musab, Arockiasamy, Madasamy, Florida Atlantic University, College of Engineering and Computer Science, Department of Civil, Environmental and Geomatics Engineering
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Scour is the process of sediment erosion around bridge piers and abutments due to natural and man-made hydraulic activities. Excessive scour is a critical problem that is typically handled by enforcing design requirements that make the submerged structures more resilient. The purpose of this research is to demonstrate the feasibilities of the Optical- Based Green Laser Scanner and HydroLite Sonar in a laboratory setting to capture the 3D profile of simulated local scour holes. The Green Laser...
Show moreScour is the process of sediment erosion around bridge piers and abutments due to natural and man-made hydraulic activities. Excessive scour is a critical problem that is typically handled by enforcing design requirements that make the submerged structures more resilient. The purpose of this research is to demonstrate the feasibilities of the Optical- Based Green Laser Scanner and HydroLite Sonar in a laboratory setting to capture the 3D profile of simulated local scour holes. The Green Laser had successfully reconstructed a 3D point-cloud imaging of scour profiles under both dry and clear water conditions. The derived scour topography after applying water refraction correction was compared with the simulated scour hole, and was within 1% of the design dimensions. The elevations at the top and bottom surfaces of the 6.5-inch scour hole were -46.6 and -53.11 inches from the reference line at the origin (0,0,0) of the laser scanner. The HydroLite Sonar recorded hydrographical survey points of the scour’s interior surface. The survey points were then processed using MATLAB to obtain a 3D mesh triangulation.
Show less - Date Issued
- 2018
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00005995
- Subject Headings
- Scour at bridges, Sonar, Lasers, Scour at bridges--Evaluation--Technique
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- Document (PDF)
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- A Mathematical Model for Optimizing Mini-Hub Locations of Distribution Centers in Urban Areas.
- Creator
- Charisis, Anastasios, Kaisar, Evangelos I., Florida Atlantic University, College of Engineering and Computer Science, Department of Civil, Environmental and Geomatics Engineering
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Logistics play a vital role in the prosperity of today’s cities, but current urban logistics delivery practices have proven problematic and to be causing various negative effects in cities. This study proposes an alternative method for delivering cargo with the leasing of a network of logistics hubs within urban areas for designated daily time intervals and handcart last-mile deliveries. The objective of the study is the development of a mathematical programming model for identifying the...
Show moreLogistics play a vital role in the prosperity of today’s cities, but current urban logistics delivery practices have proven problematic and to be causing various negative effects in cities. This study proposes an alternative method for delivering cargo with the leasing of a network of logistics hubs within urban areas for designated daily time intervals and handcart last-mile deliveries. The objective of the study is the development of a mathematical programming model for identifying the optimal number and locations of hubs for serving demand with the minimum cost, as well as the optimal times during the day for leasing the facilities, while also allocating hubs to customers. The problem is effectively solved by applying a Lagrangian relaxation and subgradient optimization approach. Numerical examples and a sensitivity analysis provide evidence of the robustness of the model and its ability to be effectively applied to address real problems.
Show less - Date Issued
- 2018
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00013129
- Subject Headings
- Logistics--Mathematical models, Logistics, Distribution centers, Urban areas, Lagrangian functions
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- Document (PDF)
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- A Mathematical Modeling Approach Using Time Constraints: The Case of Economies of Scale and Sustainability in Intermodal Facilities.
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- Goulianou, Panagiota, Kaisar, Evangelos I., Florida Atlantic University, Department of Civil, Environmental and Geomatics Engineering, College of Engineering and Computer Science
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Over the last thirty years, intermodal freight transportation has been a constantly expanding sector. The vast increase of freight volumes contributes to the increase of various issues in the freight corridors as well as the urban environment. The deterioration of congestion in the urban environment and the increase on freight movements on the highways have resulted in the increase of emissions. For this reason, new policies and regulations are put forth to address the environmental effects...
Show moreOver the last thirty years, intermodal freight transportation has been a constantly expanding sector. The vast increase of freight volumes contributes to the increase of various issues in the freight corridors as well as the urban environment. The deterioration of congestion in the urban environment and the increase on freight movements on the highways have resulted in the increase of emissions. For this reason, new policies and regulations are put forth to address the environmental effects of freight transportation. This study deals with the intermodal freight network design problem from the shipping company's perspective, aiming to simultaneously minimize emission levels and cost of freight transportation. We propose a mathematical model for optimizing the design of an intermodal freight network and the location of intermodal hubs between the origins and the destinations, under delivery time constraints. The goal is to identify the mode choice patterns considering transport cost and emissions, and the effects of new emission regulations on network costs. We consider a network with marine terminals as the origins, inland intermodal terminals as the hubs, and fulfillment centers as the destinations. Numerical experiments highlight that the proposed model can provide useful insights to the shipper.
Show less - Date Issued
- 2020
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00013439
- Subject Headings
- Intermodal transportation, Containerization, Containerization--Mathematical models, Container ships--Environmental aspects, Economies of scale
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- Document (PDF)
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- A NOVEL SOLAR THERMAL MEMBRANE DISTILLATION SYSTEM FOR DRINKING WATER PRODUCTION IN UNDEVELOPED AREAS.
- Creator
- Tanvir, Rahamat Ullah, Yi, Peng, Florida Atlantic University, College of Engineering and Computer Science, Department of Civil, Environmental and Geomatics Engineering
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In this research, a heat localizing solar thermal membrane distillation system has been developed for producing potable water from untreated surface water, wastewater, and seawater, using solely solar thermal energy. Unlike most other membrane technologies, this system requires no electrical power or equipment for its operation. The high production rate was achieved through the effective evaporation of water molecules within the pores of the membrane without dissipating much heat to the bulk...
Show moreIn this research, a heat localizing solar thermal membrane distillation system has been developed for producing potable water from untreated surface water, wastewater, and seawater, using solely solar thermal energy. Unlike most other membrane technologies, this system requires no electrical power or equipment for its operation. The high production rate was achieved through the effective evaporation of water molecules within the pores of the membrane without dissipating much heat to the bulk feed water. It can remove suspending particles, microorganisms, inorganic salts, as well as organic contaminants from the feed water. The system can produce potable water for 32, 18, and 10 days on average under simulated sunlight when distilling seawater, canal water, and municipal wastewater, respectively, without cleaning the membrane. Low cost, high energy efficiency (i.e., 55%), and good water quality make the new system feasible for undeveloped areas where basic water treatment is lacking.
Show less - Date Issued
- 2019
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00013346
- Subject Headings
- Solar thermal energy, Membrane distillation, Drinking water--Purification, Potable water, Drinking water--Developing countries, Underdeveloped areas
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- Document (PDF)
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- Adhesive Joint Analyses Using Ansys CZM Modeling of a Prefabricated Hybrid Concrete-GFRP-CFRP Unit.
- Creator
- Kabaluk, Maksim, Arockiasamy, Madasamy, Florida Atlantic University, College of Engineering and Computer Science, Department of Civil, Environmental and Geomatics Engineering
- Abstract/Description
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The present study reviews applications of FRP materials joined by structural adhesives in civil engineering. FE analysis with mix-mode cohesive zone material model (CZM) was used to analyze stresses induced in two structural adhesives joining dissimilar materials (concrete GFRP-CFRP) of the hybrid-composite unit. The predicted failure loads, displacements and deformation by the 3-D non-linear FE analysis in the present study are in good agreement with the experimental results of the hybrid...
Show moreThe present study reviews applications of FRP materials joined by structural adhesives in civil engineering. FE analysis with mix-mode cohesive zone material model (CZM) was used to analyze stresses induced in two structural adhesives joining dissimilar materials (concrete GFRP-CFRP) of the hybrid-composite unit. The predicted failure loads, displacements and deformation by the 3-D non-linear FE analysis in the present study are in good agreement with the experimental results of the hybrid-composite unit reported by Deskovic et al. (1995). The contact analysis revealed a complex 3-D state of stress in the bondlines of both structural adhesives. It is concluded that higher joint strength is expected when a ductile adhesive is used.
Show less - Date Issued
- 2019
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00013222
- Subject Headings
- Adhesive joints, Fiber reinforced polymers, Composites, Concrete
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- Document (PDF)
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- ADVANCED DATA SCIENCE AND PHYSICS-BASED MODELING FOR DYNAMIC SYSTEMS.
- Creator
- Hashemi, Ali, Jang, Jinwoo, Florida Atlantic University, Department of Civil, Environmental and Geomatics Engineering, College of Engineering and Computer Science
- Abstract/Description
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This dissertation focuses on the development of data-driven and physics-based modeling for two distinct significant structural engineering applications: time-varying response variables estimation and unwanted lateral vibration control. In the first part, I propose a machine learning (ML)-based surrogate modeling to directly predict dynamic responses over an entire mechanical system during operations. Any mechanical system design, as well as structural health monitoring systems, require...
Show moreThis dissertation focuses on the development of data-driven and physics-based modeling for two distinct significant structural engineering applications: time-varying response variables estimation and unwanted lateral vibration control. In the first part, I propose a machine learning (ML)-based surrogate modeling to directly predict dynamic responses over an entire mechanical system during operations. Any mechanical system design, as well as structural health monitoring systems, require transient vibration analysis. However, traditional methods and modeling calculations are time- and resource-consuming. The use of ML approaches is particularly promising in scientific and engineering challenges containing processes that are not completely understood, or where it is computationally infeasible to run numerical or analytical models at desired resolutions in space and time. In this research, an ML-based surrogate for the FEA approach is developed to forecast the time-varying response, i.e., displacement of a two-dimensional truss structure. Various ML regression algorithms including decision trees and deep neural networks are developed to predict movement over a truss structure, and their efficiencies are investigated. ML algorithms have been combined with FEA in preliminary attempts to address issues in static mechanical systems.
Show less - Date Issued
- 2022
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00014048
- Subject Headings
- Dynamics, Data Science, Machine learning
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- Document (PDF)
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- Advanced methods in sea level rise vulnerability assessment.
- Creator
- Romah, Thomas., College of Engineering and Computer Science, Department of Civil, Environmental and Geomatics Engineering
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Increasing sea levels have the potential to place important portions of the infrastructure we rely on every day at risk. The transportation infrastructure relies on roads, airports, and seaports to move people, services, and goods around in an ever connected global economy. Any disturbances of the transportation modes have reverberating effects throughout the entire economic spectrum. The effects include delays, alterations of routes, and possible changes in the origin and destinations of...
Show moreIncreasing sea levels have the potential to place important portions of the infrastructure we rely on every day at risk. The transportation infrastructure relies on roads, airports, and seaports to move people, services, and goods around in an ever connected global economy. Any disturbances of the transportation modes have reverberating effects throughout the entire economic spectrum. The effects include delays, alterations of routes, and possible changes in the origin and destinations of services and goods. The purpose of this project is to develop an improved methodology for a sea level rise scenario vulnerability assessment model. This new model uses the groundwater elevation as a limiting factor for soil storage capacity in determining previously underestimated areas of vulnerability. The hope is that early identification of vulnerability will allow planners and government officials an opportunity to identify and either remediate or create alternative solutions for vulnerable land areas before high consequence impacts are felt.
Show less - Date Issued
- 2012
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/FAU/3358965
- Subject Headings
- Sea level, Environmental aspects, Coastal zone management, Sea level, Climactic factors, Climate change mitigation, Climatic changes, Risk management
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- Document (PDF)
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- AN EXAMINATION OF DOWNSCALING A FLOOD RISK SCREENING TOOL AT THE WATERSHED, SUBWATERSHED, AND MUNICIPAL LEVELS.
- Creator
- Hindle, Tucker, Bloetscher, Frederick, Su, Hongbo, Florida Atlantic University, Department of Civil, Environmental and Geomatics Engineering, College of Engineering and Computer Science
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This research aims to develop a large-scale locally relevant flood risk screening tool, that is, one capable of generating accurate probabilistic inundation maps quickly while still detecting localized nuisance-destructive flood potential. The CASCADE 2001 routing model is integrated with GIS to compare the predicted flood response to heavy rains at the watershed, subwatershed, and municipal levels. Therefore, the objective is to evaluate the impact of scale for determining flood risk in a...
Show moreThis research aims to develop a large-scale locally relevant flood risk screening tool, that is, one capable of generating accurate probabilistic inundation maps quickly while still detecting localized nuisance-destructive flood potential. The CASCADE 2001 routing model is integrated with GIS to compare the predicted flood response to heavy rains at the watershed, subwatershed, and municipal levels. Therefore, the objective is to evaluate the impact of scale for determining flood risk in a community. The findings indicate that a watershed-level analysis captures most flooding. However, the flood prediction improves to match existing FEMA flood maps as drill-down occurs at the subwatershed and municipal scales. The drill-down modeling solution presented in this study provides the necessary degree of local relevance for excellent detection in developed areas because of the downscaling techniques and local infrastructure. This validated model framework supports the development and prioritization of protection plans that address flood resilience in the context of watershed master planning and the Community Rating System.
Show less - Date Issued
- 2021
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00013779
- Subject Headings
- Floods--Risk assessment, Watersheds
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- Document (PDF)
- Title
- An Experimental Evaluation of High Volume Fly Ash Structural Concrete made from Recycled Aggregate.
- Creator
- Theodorou, Anthony Lloyd, Sobhan, Khaled, Florida Atlantic University, College of Engineering and Computer Science, Department of Civil, Environmental and Geomatics Engineering
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Three vital factors, namely environmental protection, savings in costs, and strength/durability benefits, make it advantageous to incorporate fly ash of controlled quality and composition in all concrete made from construction demolition (C&D) recycled aggregate. The specific objective of this research was to compare the performance characteristics of High-Volume-Fly-Ash (HVFA) structural concrete containing C&D aggregate with that of normal recycled aggregate concrete containing no fly ash....
Show moreThree vital factors, namely environmental protection, savings in costs, and strength/durability benefits, make it advantageous to incorporate fly ash of controlled quality and composition in all concrete made from construction demolition (C&D) recycled aggregate. The specific objective of this research was to compare the performance characteristics of High-Volume-Fly-Ash (HVFA) structural concrete containing C&D aggregate with that of normal recycled aggregate concrete containing no fly ash. A coordinated experimental program was undertaken which comprised of ( 1) Compressive and Split Tensile strength tests; (2) ASTM durability tests by measuring resistance to chloride-ion penetration; and (3) Flexural strength tests on reinforced concrete beam specimens. Three mix designs were used, all of which had the same water/cement ratio of 0.45 and the same amount of recycled aggregate/yd^3. Mix 1 contained cement and no fly ash, Mix 2 contained 16% replacement of cement by weight, and Mix 3 contained 40% replacement of cement, called a HVF A mix. Results indicate that fly ash increases compressive strength, improves both moment carrying capacity and tension resistance, and increases resistance to chloride-ion attack.
Show less - Date Issued
- 2008
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00012563
- Subject Headings
- Aggregates (Building materials)--Recycling, Fly ash--Recycling, Concrete--Additives--Evaluation, Concrete--Permeability, Industrial minerals--Evaluation
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- Document (PDF)
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- AN OPTIMIZATION MODEL FOR DETERMINING THE FLEET SIZE FOR A ROBOT-SHARING SYSTEM.
- Creator
- Tabassum, Anika, Kaisar, Evangelos I., Florida Atlantic University, Department of Civil, Environmental and Geomatics Engineering, College of Engineering and Computer Science
- Abstract/Description
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Different innovative concepts are aiming to improve last-mile urban logistics and reduce traffic congestion. Congested metropolitan cities are implementing last-mile delivery robots to make the delivery cheaper and faster. A key factor for the success of Automated Delivery Robots (ADRs) in the last-mile is its ability to meet the fluctuating demand for robots at each micro-hub. Delivery companies rent robots from micro-hubs scattered around the city, use them for deliveries, and return them...
Show moreDifferent innovative concepts are aiming to improve last-mile urban logistics and reduce traffic congestion. Congested metropolitan cities are implementing last-mile delivery robots to make the delivery cheaper and faster. A key factor for the success of Automated Delivery Robots (ADRs) in the last-mile is its ability to meet the fluctuating demand for robots at each micro-hub. Delivery companies rent robots from micro-hubs scattered around the city, use them for deliveries, and return them at micro-hubs. This paper studies the dynamic assignment of the robots to satisfy their demands between the micro-hubs. A Mixed-Integer Linear Programming (MILP) model is developed, which minimizes the total transportation costs by determining the optimum required fleet size. The result determines the number of robots required for each planning period to meet all the demands. It provides algorithms to operate and schedule the robot-sharing system in the last leg of the delivery in dense urban areas.
Show less - Date Issued
- 2021
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00013701
- Subject Headings
- Intelligent transportation systems, Robotics, Logistics
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- Document (PDF)
- Title
- Analysis of blast/explosion resistant reinforced concrete solid slab and T-Beam bridges.
- Creator
- Abdelahad, Firas A., Florida Atlantic University, College of Engineering and Computer Science, Department of Civil, Environmental and Geomatics Engineering
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This study presents and illustrates a methodology to calculate the capacity of an existing reinforced concrete bridge under a non-conventional blast load due to low and intermediate pressures. ATBlast program is used to calculate the blast loads for known values of charge weight and stand off distance. An excel spreadsheet is generated to calculate ultimate resistance, equivalent elastic stiffness, equivalent elastic deflection, natural period of the beam, the maximum deflection, and the...
Show moreThis study presents and illustrates a methodology to calculate the capacity of an existing reinforced concrete bridge under a non-conventional blast load due to low and intermediate pressures. ATBlast program is used to calculate the blast loads for known values of charge weight and stand off distance. An excel spreadsheet is generated to calculate ultimate resistance, equivalent elastic stiffness, equivalent elastic deflection, natural period of the beam, the maximum deflection, and the maximum rotation in the support for a simple span solid slab and T-Beam bridges. The allowable rotation could be taken as to two degrees. Naval Facility Engineering Command (NAVFAC) approach was adopted, where the inputs were material properties, span length, and area of reinforcement. The use of the Fiber Reinforced Polymer for increasing the capacity of an existing bridge is also presented in this study. Parametric studies were carried out to evaluate the performance of the solid slab and T-Beam bridges under the assumed blast load.
Show less - Date Issued
- 2008
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/flaent/EN00154040/68_1/98p0132d.pdf, http://purl.flvc.org/FAU/58001
- Subject Headings
- Concrete beams, Vibration, Bridges, Concrete, Fatigue, Reinforced concrete construction, Bridges, Concrete, Design and construction
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- Document (PDF)
- Title
- Analysis of per capita water use patterns among communities with varying degrees of commercial activity.
- Creator
- Eustice, Robert J., Bloetscher, Frederick, Florida Atlantic University, College of Engineering and Computer Science, Department of Civil, Environmental and Geomatics Engineering
- Abstract/Description
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Water supply managers often look for easily applied metrics to determine where water use can be curtailed. Unfortunately, the one-size-fits-all mentality comes with a price of failing to fully grasp the consequences decision-making based on such metrics. One issue that water supply regulator like to use is per capita water use. Per capital water use is often used to show where there is “wasted” water use, such as excessive irrigation. However such a metric may not be truly applicable...
Show moreWater supply managers often look for easily applied metrics to determine where water use can be curtailed. Unfortunately, the one-size-fits-all mentality comes with a price of failing to fully grasp the consequences decision-making based on such metrics. One issue that water supply regulator like to use is per capita water use. Per capital water use is often used to show where there is “wasted” water use, such as excessive irrigation. However such a metric may not be truly applicable depending on other economic factors. A heavily industrial area may add to apparent per capital use, but actually is an economic development activity. The focus of this project is to look at various water utilities and their per capital usage with the intent of discerning whether or not a better metric could be developed that consider the economic development activities of the region and water use.
Show less - Date Issued
- 2015
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00004366, http://purl.flvc.org/fau/fd/FA00004366
- Subject Headings
- Water conservation, Water conservation projects, Water consumption -- Measurement, Water efficiency -- Measurement, Water use -- Measurement
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- Document (PDF)