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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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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. ...
Evaluación y análisis sísmico de la escuela Áurea Quiles utilizando el ASCE 41-17
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2022)
Este proyecto investiga y presenta el procedimiento de evaluación y análisis sísmico de la escuela superior Áurea Quiles Claudio en Guánica utilizando el estándar ASCE 41-17 para edificaciones existentes. El resultado ...
Construction Cost Estimate for Relocation of Monte Pelao Tank Pump Station, Guanica, Puerto Rico
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2022)
On December 28, 2019, the seismic sequence to the South-Southwest of Puerto Rico began with a magnitude 4.7 Mw tremor, and what is considered the main event of this sequence occurred on January 7, 2020, a ...
Analysis of Rehabilitation of the Sludge Treatment System at Guaynabo Water Treatment Plant, “Los Filtros”
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2022)
Los Filtros Water Treatment Plant serves approximately 58,800families in the municipalities of San Juan, Caguas, and Aguas Buenas. The plant began operations in 1924 and have been producing water 24hrs/7days ...
Structural Evaluation and Rehabilitation Design of Puente Blanco in Quebradillas
(Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2022)
Puente Blanco is an arch bridge located in the municipality of Quebradillas, Puerto Rico. This reinforced concrete structure, which dates from 1922,was initially designed and built as a railroad bridge but was later ...