Recent Developments in Geotechnics and Structural Engineering: Select Proceedings of TRACE 2022 (Lecture Notes in Civil Engineering, 338)

✍ Scribed by Sanjay Kumar Shukla (editor), Sudharshan N. Raman (editor), B. Bhattacharjee (editor), Priyanka Singh (editor)

• Publisher: Springer
• Year: 2023
• Tongue: English
• Leaves: 498
• Edition: 1st ed. 2023
• Category: Library

✦ Synopsis

This book presents select proceedings of the International Conference on Trends and Recent Advances in Civil Engineering (TRACE 2022). It focuses on the latest research developments in structural engineering, structural health monitoring, rehabilitation and retrofitting of structures, geotechnical engineering, and earthquake-resistant structures. The book also covers the latest innovations in building repair and maintenance, AI and blockchain in structural engineering, advancements in the design of earthquake-resistant structures, and sustainable materials for rehabilitation and retrofitting. The contents of this book are useful for researchers and professionals working in structural and geotechnical engineering and allied areas.

✦ Table of Contents

Contents
About the Editors
Improving Railway Track System Using Soil Nails for Heavy Axle Load
1 Introduction
2 Literature Review
3 Specifications for Blanket Layer
4 Performance Studies of Blanket Layer
5 Methodology, Results, and Analysis
5.1 Numerical Analysis Methodology
5.2 Discussion on Results
6 Concluding Remarks
References
Finite Element Analysis on Skew Box-Girder Bridges
1 Introduction
2 Methodology
3 Result and Discussion
3.1 Effect of Span-Depth Ratio
3.2 Equations for Forces and Deflection
4 Conclusions
References
Estimation of Shear Wave Velocity at Varying Depth for Jalandhar, Punjab
1 Introduction
2 Study Area, Geology, and Seismicity
3 Site Characterization
4 VS, VSavg, and Its Correlation with SPT-N
5 Contour Plots
6 Comparison Between Uncorrected VS and Corrected VS
7 Average Shear Wave Velocity
8 Conclusions
Annexure
References
Numerically Investigating the Effect of Wind Load on Square and Setback Building
1 Introduction
2 Model Specifications
3 Fluid Domain and Meshing
4 Boundary Conditions and Solver Settings
5 Validation Study
6 Results and Discussion
7 Conclusions
References
Rockfall Hazard and Its Mitigation with Focus on Rock-Sheds: A Review
1 Introduction
2 What Causes Rockfall?
3 Rockfall Mitigation Techniques
3.1 Active Protection
4 Conclusions
References
Microstructure Investigation and Design of GFRP Reinforced Coastal Structures
1 Introduction
2 Methodology
2.1 Canal Lining and Seawalls
2.2 Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM)
3 Results and Discussions
3.1 Mechanical and SEM Tests
3.2 Canal Lining Field Implementation
4 Conclusion
References
Finite Element Analysis and Design of Concrete Bridge Deck Using GFRP Reinforcement
1 Introduction
2 Methodology
2.1 Theoretical Design
2.2 Finite Element Modeling and Analysis
3 Results and Discussions
4 Conclusion
References
“Experimental Study of Variation in Properties of Ultrafine Ground Granulated Blast-Furnace Slag (GGBS) and Steel Fibre Infused Concrete”
1 Introduction
2 Literature Review
3 Methodology
3.1 Materials
3.2 Experimental Work
4 Results and Discussion
4.1 Test Result (Compressive-Strength)
4.2 Test Result (Workability)
4.3 Test Result (Cost Analysis)
5 Conclusion
References
Analytical Hierarchy Process in the Maintenance Decision-Making of Interlocking Concrete Block Pavements
1 Introduction
2 Objective
3 Methodology
3.1 Selection of ICBP Road Network
3.2 Proposed Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) for Maintenance Prioritization
3.3 Estimation of Priority Ranking of ICBP Pavement Sections by SAW Method
3.4 Statistical Assessment of Priority Rankings Obtained from AHP and SAW Methods
4 Conclusions
References
An Effective Use of Agricultural Waste as Silpozz in Concrete
1 Introduction
2 Literature Review
3 Materials Used in the Work
3.1 Cement
3.2 Water and Chemical Admixture
3.3 Fine Aggregate
3.4 Coarse Aggregate
3.5 Silpozz
3.6 Mix Proportioning and Experimental Details
4 Results Obtained and Discussions
4.1 Workability and Density Measures of Concrete Mixes
4.2 Compressive Strength Test Results
4.3 Flexural Strength Test Results
4.4 Cost Estimation and Comparison
5 Conclusion
6 Future Scope
References
Influence of Concrete with Partial Replacement of Fine Aggregates with Crumb Rubber and Cement with Silica Fumes
1 Introduction
2 Materials
3 Experimental Program
3.1 Methodology
4 Mix Design and Specimen Preparation
5 Experimental Results and Discussions
5.1 Workability
5.2 Compressive Strength
5.3 Split Tensile Strength
5.4 Ultrasonic Pulse Velocity
5.5 Rebound Hammer Test
6 Conclusions
References
Partially Replacing Cement with Ground Granulated Blast-Furnace Slag (GGBS) and Fly Ash Changes the Mechanical Properties of Concrete
1 Introduction
2 Chemical Properties of GGBS and Fly Ash
2.1 Chemical Properties
2.2 Physical Properties
3 Methodology Adopted for Mixed Design
4 Testing of Specimens
4.1 Mechanical Properties
5 Split-Tensile and Compressive Strength
5.1 Case Study on Cement Replacement with GGBS
5.2 Case Study on Cement Replacement with the “Fly Ash”
5.3 Case Study on Cement Replacement with the “GGBS” and “Fly Ash”
6 Conclusion
References
Stabilization of Expansive Clays: A Micro-mechanistic Study
1 Introduction
2 Soil-Additive Chemical Mechanisms
2.1 Cement and Lime
2.2 Fly Ash and Pond Ash
2.3 GGBS and Silica Fume
2.4 RHA and Bagasse Ash
3 Micro-mechanistic Analysis
4 Conclusions
References
Addition of Marble Dust and Polypropylene Fiber in the Concrete Mix
1 Introduction
2 Research’s Objective
3 Literature Review
4 Materials and Methodology
5 Findings
6 Discussion
7 Conclusion
References
Comparative Analysis of High-Rise Structure with Diagrid Lateral Load-Resisting System with Composite Members and Base Isolation
1 Introduction
1.1 Composite Construction
1.2 Diagrid System
1.3 Base Isolation
2 Methodology
2.1 Modeling
2.2 Response Spectrum Analysis
3 Results and Discussion
3.1 Maximum Story Displacement
3.2 Maximum Story Drift
3.3 Maximum Story Shear
3.4 Base Shear
3.5 Fundamental Time Period
4 Conclusions
References
Optimization of Mix Design for Concrete with and without Polypropylene Fibre
1 Introduction
1.1 Concrete
1.2 Grade of Concrete
1.3 Fibres
1.4 Polypropylene Fibres
2 Test Set-Up
2.1 Concrete Cube Mould
2.2 Concrete Mix
2.3 Test Performed
3 Results
3.1 Workability
3.2 Compressive Strength
4 Conclusions
References
Use of Stone Dust and Ceramic Waste in Fine Aggregate Replacement in RAC
1 Introduction
2 Methodology
3 Results
4 Conclusion
References
Prediction of Strength and Stiffness Behavior of Glass Powder Stabilized Expansive Clay Using ANN Principles
1 Introduction
2 Dataset Preparation
3 Effect of Ternary Additives on Expansive Clays
4 CBR and UCS Prediction Model Using ANN
5 Conclusions
References
Landslide Hazard Zonation Mapping of Champhai District of Mizoram, India
1 Introduction
2 Study Area
2.1 Location of Study Area
2.2 Site Investigation
2.3 Landslide Hazard Zonation
3 Methodology
3.1 Landslide Use Land Cover (LULC)
3.2 Relative Relief
3.3 Slope Morphometry
3.4 Hydrology Analysis
4 Results and Discussion
5 Summary and Conclusions
References
Numerical Analysis of Gravity Dam-Foundation and Comparison with Limit Equilibrium Method
1 Introduction
2 Gravity Dam Design Criteria
3 Material Properties Considered
4 Limit Equilibrium Method (Lem) Results
5 Finite Element Method (Fem) Results
6 Conclusions
References
Experimental and Prediction of Properties of Concrete Using Steel Slag by Taguchi Method
1 Introduction
2 Materials and Methodology
2.1 Taguchi’s Method of Design
3 Results and Discussion
4 Conclusions
References
Properties of Rice Husk Ash and Aluminium Slag-Based Sustainable Geopolymer Bricks
1 Introduction
2 Materials
3 Sample Preparation
4 Results and Discussion
4.1 Compressive Strength
4.2 Bulk Density
4.3 Open Porosity
4.4 Water Absorption
4.5 Acid Attack
5 Conclusion
References
Identification of Critical Project Success (CPS) Factors for Construction Projects in India: An Overview
1 Introduction
2 Methodology
3 Findings from the Study
4 Inferences and Recommendations
5 Conclusions
References
Effects of Confining Pressure on Intact Rocks’ Anisotropy
1 Introduction
1.1 Rocks’ Anisotropic Behaviour and Classification
2 Strength Anisotropy Review
3 Influence of the Confining Pressure on Anisotropy.
4 Test and Methods
5 Results and Discussion
6 Summary and Conclusions
References
Crack Instigation and Propagation of Transversely Isotropic Biotite Gneiss
1 Introduction
2 Geology
3 Theoretical Background
4 Sample Preparation and Experimental Methodology
5 Results and Discussion
6 Summary and Conclusion
References
Analytical Studies on the Fire Resistance of Reinforced Concrete Beams Exposed to Parametric Time–Temperature Curve
1 Introduction
2 Finite Element Procedure
2.1 Numerical Modeling Details
2.2 Material Properties
2.3 Deflection Failure Criteria
3 Validation of FE Model
3.1 Beam Details
4 Parametric Study
4.1 Reinforced Concrete Beams Details
4.2 Fire Exposure Details
5 Results and Discussion
5.1 Fire Resistance of the RC Beams Subjected to ISO 834 Standard Time–Temperature Curve
5.2 Performance of RC Beams Subjected to Parametric Time–Temperature Curves
6 Conclusions
References
Effect of Biopolymer on Water Retention Property of Red Mud
1 Introduction
2 Materials and Methodology
3 Result and Discussion
4 Summary and Conclusion
References
Numerical Analysis of Interference of Machine Foundations on Reinforced Soil
1 Introduction
1.1 Literature Review
2 Numerical Analysis
3 Result and Discussion
4 Summary and Conclusions
References
Development of Design Charts for Rectangular Barrettes
1 Introduction
2 Literature Review
3 Work Done in Present Study
4 Results and Discussion
4.1 Performance of Rectangular Barrette
4.2 Limitations of Present Study
5 Conclusions
References
Performance of Cantilever Retaining Wall with Deformable Inclusions under Dynamic Loading
1 Introduction
2 Literature Review
3 Experimental Investigation
3.1 Backfill Material
3.2 Inclusion Material
3.3 Test Methodology
3.4 Experimental Test Procedure
4 Result and Discussion
4.1 Dynamic Earth Pressure on the Wall
4.2 Horizontal Displacement of Retaining Wall
5 Conclusion
References
Numerical Analysis of H-Shape Barrette Pile Subjected to Vertical and Lateral Loadings
1 Introduction
2 Methodology
3 Results and Discussion
3.1 Percentage Increase in Vertical and Lateral Capacities in Clayey, Sandy and c-Φ Soils
4 Conclusions
References
A Study on Effect of Uncertainties in Standardizing Workflow in Construction Firm Using SPSS
1 Introduction
1.1 Objectives of Work
1.2 Scope of Work
2 Literature Review
3 Methodology
4 Data Analysis
4.1 Relative Importance Index
4.2 Exploratory Factor Analysis
4.3 Regression Analysis
5 Results and Discussion
6 Conclusion
6.1 Future Scope
References
Application of Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Deep Learning in Contaminated Site Remediation
1 Introduction
2 Emerging Technologies
2.1 Artificial Intelligence (AI)
2.2 Machine Learning (ML)
2.3 Deep Learning (DL)
3 Applications of AI, ML, and DL to Site Remediation
3.1 AI-Based Optimization of Pump–Treat–Inject Groundwater Remediation: Case Study
3.2 ML-Based Assessment of Electrokinetic Remediation of Contaminated Groundwater: Case Study
3.3 DL-Based Simulation of Contaminant Migration: Case Study
4 Concluding Remarks
References
Effect of Jute Fiber on Engineering Properties of Soil
1 Introduction
2 Materials Used
2.1 Soil
2.2 Jute Fiber as a Reinforcement Material
3 Methodology Adopted
4 Result and Discussion
4.1 Effect on Compressive Strength of Soil
4.2 Variation in California Bearing Ratio Characteristics of Soil Under Unsoaked Condition
4.3 Variation in California Bearing Ratio Characteristics of Soil Under Soaking Condition
5 Conclusion
References
Influence of Calcite Veins on the Failure Mode and Mechanical Behaviour of Basalt
1 Introduction
2 Experimental Work
2.1 Vein Characterisation
2.2 Specimen Preparation and Test Procedures
3 Experimental Results
3.1 Vein Characteristic Parameters
3.2 Mineralogical Composition
4 Discussion on Veins Influence
4.1 Influence of Vein Orientation
4.2 Influence of Vein Thickness
4.3 Influence of Minerology
5 Conclusions
References
Optimising Structures for Earthquake Impact in Seismic Prone Zone
1 Introduction
2 Literature Survey
3 Methodology
4 Results
5 Conclusions
References
Correlation Between Field and Laboratory Deformability Moduli of Himalayan Sandstones
1 Introduction
2 Methodology
2.1 Deformability Modulus of Rock Mass in Uniaxial Jacking Test
2.2 Young’s Modulus of Intact Rock in Uniaxial Compression Test
3 Data Analysis
3.1 Comparison Between Deformability Modulus Rock Mass and Intact Rock
4 Conclusions
References
Study on the Effect of Bottom Ash on the California Bearing Ratio of Clay Soil
1 Introduction
2 Materials
2.1 Clay Soil
2.2 Bottom Ash
3 Methodology
4 Results and Discussion
4.1 Impact of Duration Soaking on CBR Rates of Clay Soil
4.2 Impact of Various Content of Bottom Ash on CBR Rate of Clay Soil
5 Conclusions
References
Rainfall Impact Force Versus Rise in PWP: A Study of Darjeeling Himalayan Landslide
1 Introduction
2 Instrumentation and Measurement of Data
3 Results and Discussions
4 Conclusions
References
Design and Cost Analysis of Headed Bars as Mechanical Anchorage System for Reinforced Concrete Beam-Column Joints
1 Introduction
2 Headed Bars as Anchorage System for Beam-Column Joints
3 Pull-Out Tests
3.1 Experimental Methodology
3.2 Results and Discussion
4 Derivation of Development Length for Headed Bars in Beam-Column Joint
5 Cost Analysis
6 Conclusion
References
Technoeconomic Assessment of Iron Filings Blocks
1 Introduction
2 Materials and Methods
3 Results and Discussion
3.1 Particle Size Distribution of Aggregates
3.2 Sorptivity of Iron Filings Block
3.3 Compressive Strength of Iron Filings Block
3.4 Cost Analysis of Using Iron Filings in Masonry Block Units
4 Conclusion
References
Performance Evaluation of Activated Sugarcane Bagasse for Abattoir Wastewater Treatment
1 Introduction
2 Materials
2.1 Adsorbent Collection
2.2 Wastewater Collection
2.3 Sulphuric Acid
2.4 Distilled Water
3 Experimental Methods
3.1 Adsorbent Development
3.2 pH/TDS/EC, Determination
3.3 Batch Adsorption Study
3.4 Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD) Determination
4 Results and Discussion
4.1 Result
4.2 Discussion
5 Conclusion
References