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 ...

This Master of Science thesis includes an experimental characterization of the mechanical properties of two Puerto Rico crushed limestone aggregates (CLA). Specifically, the crushed limestone was obtained from two quarries ...

Bacteria contamination is a frequent problem in Puerto Rico's beaches. In-situ surveys are currently the only way to determine episodes of fecal pollution. These tests require 24 hours of incubation and cannot provide ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

In an urban network of vehicular traffic the intersections happen a higher frequency of congestion issues and accidents. Therefore they are appropriate points to place monitoring systems and control of vehicles and ...

The rapid evolution in the sophistication of microsimulation models has encouraged their use in transportation engineering and planning. Traffic In Towns SIMulation (VISSIM as its acronyms in German) is a microsimulation ...

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 ...