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Load Carrying Capacity Condition for Post-1945 Bridges in PR with Distinctive Characteristics using NBIS Load Rating Database
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2016)Particular relevant characteristics and project delivery are sometimes in discussion. Historic and aesthetics relevance of a structure has key requirements to enter a consideration process for undertaking effects that delay ... -
Logística y Manejo en la Renovación de Hoteles
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2013)En este artículo estudiamos dos proyectos de renovación de hoteles con el fin de entender la logística de los mismos y que los diferencia de un proyecto de construcción típico. La intención es determinar qué sistema ... -
Lombrifiltros, Alternativa Ecológica, No Convencional, para el Tratamiento de Aguas Residuales en Comunidades Non-Prasa de Puerto Rico
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2016)Actualmente en Puerto Rico existe aproximadamente 240 comunidades sin servicio de alcantarillado por parte de la AAA (Non-PRASA). Las descargas producidas por estas comunidades representan uno de los grandes factores ... -
Medidas del Nivel de Servicio Peatonal en el Área de Servicio Peatonal de las Estaciones del Tren Urbano
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2013)La Alternativa de Transporte Integrado (ATI) se implementó desde el año 2005 para atender el problema de la congestión y aumentar la calidad de vida en el Área Metropolitana de San Juan (AMSJ). Actualmente, a casi diez ... -
Methodology for Identifying the Best Equations to Estimate the Time of Concentration of Tropical Watersheds in Puerto Rico
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2014)The time of concentration (tc) is the time required for runoff to travel from the hydraulically most distant point to the outlet of a watershed. The lag time is the most sensitive parameter and is defined as the sixty ... -
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 ... -
Modeling of a Residential Building to Compare the Structural Performance of Structural Concrete Insulated Panels vs. Reinforced Concrete
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2012)Abstract –— This paper presents the modeling of a 4 story residential building currently under development in San Juan, P.R., to compare the structural performance of structural concrete insulated panels (SCIP) vs. reinforced ... -
Modelo de Carga Viva para la Evaluación de Capacidad de Carga y Diseño de Puentes en la Carreteras de Puerto Rico
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2014)Se realizó un análisis de cómo fue determinado el factor de carga viva utilizado en el cálculo de capacidad de carga legales sugerido por el Manual de Evaluación de Puentes que puede llegar hasta un valor de 1.8 para ... -
Morovis Sur Water Treatment Plant Optimization
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2012)Abstract - Morovis Sur Water Treatment Plant is one of the many water treatment plants in Puerto Rico which do not fully comply with regulatory requirements established by federal drinking water regulations. Following the ... -
Mortar Mix Design for Roofing Applications
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2014)The following information is about the results on experimental tests of a mortar containing fly ash used on roofing application. These results are based on compressive strength, air permeability and specific gravity. ... -
Nitrogen and BOD Removal from Municipal Wastewater Using a Constructed Vegetate Plug Flow Multiple Stages Series System
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2012)Abstract - Most wastewaters contain nitrogenous compounds that have given rise to various negative phenomena in water environments, such as growth of algae causing eutrophication with damage to aquatic life, being toxic ... -
Nonlinear Static Analysis and Evaluation of an Existing Structure
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2015)A seismic evaluation was performed to an existing structure in the city of Carolina, who is a municipality located on the northeast coast of Puerto Rico. It is a concrete structure of two levels with a lateral resistance ... -
Optimizing the Cubuy Water Treatment Plant for Achieving the Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule Requirements
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2013)The Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule is requiring additional removal or inactivation of Cryptosporidium Oocyst for public drinking water system. The Cubuy Water Treatment Plant needs to provide an ... -
Patillas Dam Failure Analysis Modeling Using HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS Simulation Programs and Geographic Information System
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2015)Carlos Negron Alfonso, Master’s in Civil Engineering Candidate, in cooperation with the Final Project conducted a Dam Breach Analysis for the Patillas Dam. This hydrologic and hydraulic study will assess the potential ... -
Piedras Blancas Landslide: Mitigation Works
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2009)Abstract - The Puerto Rico Highway and Transportation Authority has conducted since the 1980s several geotechnical investigations about the Piedras Blancas Landslide in the Municipality of San Sebastian. This landslide has ... -
Plasma Technology for the Future of Wastewater Treatment
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2016)The conventional wastewater treatment used in Puerto Rico cannot remove micropollutants, which are contaminants that occur in low concentrations and are found on Wastewater Treatment Plant effluents, and therefore, ... -
Productivity and Safety Analysis for a Storm Water System Improvement Project
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2014)Productivity and safety are key aspects of any company. A decrease in productivity will reduce or eliminate the profit of a project. An increase in productivity will reduce costs. Safety issues in projects will affect ... -
Programa de reparación, reconstrucción y relocalización de casas afectadas por los huracanes Irma y María en Puerto Rico
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2022)Tras el paso de los huracanes Irma y María, los servicios básicos como los sistemas de utilidades y comunicaciones quedaron inhabilitados por un largo periodo de tiempo. Además, las inundaciones provocaron deslizamientos ... -
Project Management Professional Services –Runway 8-26 Reconstruction at Rafael Hernández Airport, Aguadilla, PR
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2022)The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for project management services for the Rehabilitation of Runway 8-26 at Rafael Hernández Airport, Aguadilla, Puerto Rico is required to identified experienced firms capable ... -
Proyecto de evaluación sísmica de residencia de Veredas de Yauco (Puerto Rico)
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2020)Durante el terremoto de magnitud en la 6.4 escala Richter ocurrido el 7 de enero, de 2020 en Puerto Rico, muchas estructuras residenciales en la isla fueron afectadas. Por consecuencia, se investigó y analizó una de ...