Civil Engineering: Recent submissions
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Application of GIS and AHP Analysis for the Delineation of Potential Groundwater Bearing Zones in Fractured Rock Aquifers
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2017)Groundwater extraction accounts for around 29% of Puerto Rico’s water demand. About 50% of the withdrawn water from aquifers serves the needs of “Non PRASA” communities mainly located in the central province of the ... -
Uso de Métodos de Contratos Alternativos en Proyectos de Carreteras en Puerto Rico
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2017)Ante la situación económica actual que enfrenta Puerto Rico, varias alternativas y estrategias económicas han sido implementadas en la construcción de proyectos de transportación para poder así mejorar y crear ... -
Analysis & Evaluation of Costa Linda Condominium Applying New Codes for to Determine Retrofit Requirements for Stability
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2017)This study evaluate the capacity of a 10-story existing building designed in 1972 to determine its capacity to resist new loads according with present codes. A structural model was developed using a modern engineering ... -
Construction Debris Management Plan for Sustainable Structures
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2017)Construction, maintenance & operations (M&O) and demolition of structures are engineering activities that could have an adverse impact to the environment when a Waste Management Plan (WMP) is not implemented before, ... -
Caracterización de las Propiedades Mecánicas del Bambú (Bambusa Vulgaris)
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2018)Este estudio contribuye con la recopilación de datos y caracterización de la Bambusa Vulgaris de Puerto Rico, que podrán ser usados en investigaciones futuras sobre su aplicabilidad estructural. Se tomaron muestras ... -
Evaluating Productivity in a Structural Steel Installation Construction Project in Puerto Rico
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2011)Abstract - The research project was focused on the evaluation of the productivity in a structural steel installation project in Puerto Rico. The two projects evaluated have similar site conditions and safety requirements. ... -
Comparative Analysis of the Wind Speeds and Wind Loads Requirements for Puerto Rico on the Last Three Decades
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2018)This paper presents an analysis of the changes and differences of the wind load provisions between the Building Regulation No. 7 of Puerto Rico (amended in 1987) and the ASCE 7-88 through ASCE 7-16 and how they compare ... -
Analysis of Billboards Signs Collapse Due to Intensive Wind of Hurricane Maria
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2018)In Structural Analysis the collapse of different structures always will depend on factors such as the loads, dimensions and material used for building the structure. Billboards signs are commonly used by the outdoor ... -
Un Estudio Comparativo del Análisis Sísmico de los Códigos ASCE7-05, ASCE7-10 y ASCE7-16
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2018)Estudio comparativo de la determinación de las cargas de diseño sísmico entre los códigos normativos de la “American Society of Civil Engineers” (ASCE) 2005, 2010 y 2016. Se realizaron análisis y diseño de un edificio ... -
Supercritical Water Oxidation (SCWO) Technology an Alternative to the Conventional Wastewater Treatment Plant
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2018)Clean water is essential for human survival. One issue to be face is the impact of wastewater treatment on water sources. Is essential to bring alternative solution for the wastewater treatment. There are many technologies ... -
Improvement of Trihalomethanes Removal for Water Distribution System
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2019)Potable water good quality should be a priority for the worldwide population distribution systems. The agency that distributes the majority of the water in the island of Puerto Rico, the Puerto Rico Aqueduct and Sewage ... -
Diseño Planta de Tratamiento Potable Convencional, Matacañas, Orocovis
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2019)Actualmente uno de los problemas existentes en Puerto Rico es la intermitencia en el servicio de agua potable de parte de la Autoridad de Acueductos y Alcantarillados (AAA). Los residentes de la región norte de los ... -
Evaluation of Material Management System for Construction Projects
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2011)The Aqueduct and Sewer Authority (AAA) made several improvements at a Water Treatment Plant located on the North Coast, of Puerto Rico with the intention of addressing several compliance issues that were identified by ... -
Dirigiéndonos a una Operación Sustentable y Resiliente en la Autoridad de Acueductos y Alcantarillados de Puerto Rico tras el paso del Huracán María
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2019)Como parte de las lecciones de un desastre natural por Puerto Rico, se comparten las experiencias de operar los diversos y complicados sistemas de la Autoridad de Acueductos y Alcantarillados de Puerto Rico (AAA), esto ... -
Hurricane Resistant Curtain Wall System
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2019)Puerto Rico is in the storm and hurricane trajectory zone. For the past years we have seen an increase in the quantity and intensity of these atmospheric phenomena due to climate changes. On September 20, 2017 Hurricane ... -
Efectos Causados por el Huracán María en las Canchas de Baloncesto del Municipio de Yabucoa, Puerto Rico
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2019)El huracán María entró a Puerto Rico el 20 de septiembre de 2017. El punto de entrada fue el municipio de Yabucoa, que fue uno de los más afectados. Para este proyecto, se investigaron los daños a las canchas de ... -
Guide for The Optimization of Potable Water Distribution in Puerto Rico
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2018)The system of distribution of drinking water is one of the most important infrastructures of any population in the world. Water is necessary to cover the basic needs of human beings, and also to maintain a healthy flora ... -
Micropiles Performance Based Design: Evaluation of Current Design Methods Applied to Puerto Rico Soils
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2018)Micropiles have been used mainly as foundation support elements to resist static and seismic loads. The use of micropiles have been increased not only in locations with poor soil conditions, but also in congested areas and ... -
The Use of Deep Soil Mixing as Channel Slope Stabilization Method – US Army Corps of Engineers Bechara Middle Section Project Case Study
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2018)This project describes and validates the design of a slope stabilization technique for the Bechara Middle Section (BMS) channel located in the Bechara Industrial Area, San Juan, Puerto Rico. The BMS project consisted ... -
To Extend Useful Life of Toa Baja Municipal Solid Waste Landfill
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2018)The objective of this project is to identify the main issues affecting Toa Baja Municipal Solid Waste Landfill and the reasons it is in the Environmental Protection Agency list for closure; and to provide some suggestions ...