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Shear strength and displacement capacity of squat reinforced concrete shear walls
(2016)
Squat reinforced concrete (RC) walls are essential structural components in nuclear power facilities (NPP) and in many civil structures. An adequate prediction of the shear strength and displacement capacity of these ...
Experimental study of the use of crumb rubber as a structural component in slender steel elements
(2018-12-12)
Facing a serious waste management problem, the accumulation of scrap tires
represents a huge environmental and health problem not only to Puerto Rico, but also to
many nations. It is necessary to consider alternatives ...
Structural design of a reinforced concrete tsunami-resistant building for vertical evacuation structure in Bo. Espinal- Aguada, Puerto Rico
(2015)
After the disasters caused by the Ocean Indian Tsunami (2004) and Tohoku Tsunami (2011), the society is much more aware of the necessity to have available vertical evacuation structures from tsunami. This situation has ...
Modeling, dynamic identification, and nonlinear assessment of civil structures from recorded earthquakes and ambient vibrations
(2018-12-12)
America’s infrastructure was constructed mainly during the mid-20th century. Its aging effects are increasing every year, creating a dilemma in which the United States is not alone. Moreover, the great majority of buildings ...
Economic feasibility and public perception of using recycled glass as beach nourishment material to mitigate Puerto Rico erosion problems
(2018)
A portion of the Rincón coastline in Northwestern Puerto Rico has experienced an erosion rate of approximately 1 meter per year; the problem was significantly aggravated with the strong hit of hurricane María in September ...
Assessment of potential exposure pathways in karst groundwater systems in Northern Puerto Rico using GIS
(2011)
The North Coast Karst Aquifer System of Puerto Rico is the most productive aquifer of the island. Same characteristics that makes it highly productive, makes it vulnerable to contamination. This research assess potential ...
Seismic rehabilitation of typical schools in Puerto Rico
(2019-12-10)
Puerto Rico is located in an earthquake-prone region. Observations from recent studies of seismic activity in Puerto Rico have proven the expectation of a major earthquake that may occur at any given time. School buildings ...
A case study of the Tallulah River Road design using context sensitive solution framework
(2012)
The use of Context Sensitive Solutions (CSS) for the project development process is to take in consideration the needs and concerns of different stakeholders in various areas, such as: community, environmental, aesthetic, ...
Biodeterioration of PVC plastics, biochemical fate of DEHP, and bioreactor landfills for DEHP-containing leachate management
(2014-12)
Di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), a widely used plasticizer in the manufacture of polymeric materials such as polyvinyl chloride, was studied in order to understand its fate and transport in complex environments such as ...
Experimental study of possible uses of crumb rubber for structural applications
(2014)
Currently many nations, including the United States, confront one of the biggest international problems concerning the disposal of solid waste, as scrap tires are when they are not properly disposed. To contribute to the ...