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Evaluation of 3D Concrete Printing in the United Arab Emirates
(2020-02)3D concrete printing has been recently studied as a new scheme of construction. The automated nature of such technique allows for reductions in waste generation, less manpower requirements, and fabrication of complex ... -
Evaluation of a Cold Thermal Energy Storage System Using Alternative Refrigerants
(2016-05)This study provides a detailed comparison study between clathrate hydrate of R134a and R404a refrigerants in a direct contact thermal energy storage system. Numerous closed loop cycles using hydrate of each refrigerant ... -
Evaluation of Administrator and Teacher Perspec
(2023-04)This study explored the concept of Intercultural Competence (IC) and teacher training programs across private schools in the UAE within the emirates of Sharjah and Ajman. The data collection methods consisted of surveys ... -
Evaluation of an Integrated PTSC/Thermal Energy Storage System Using Nano-Fluid Particles
(2016-01)Daily increase in the use of electricity and fossil fuels in the world raises the need for a renewable source of energy to accommodate the needs and power requirements for different sectors. Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) ... -
Evaluation of Estrone Liposomes using Microfluidics for Breast Cancer Therapy
(2023-11)Breast cancer, the predominant and frequently recurring cancer in women on a global scale, presents challenges to traditional chemotherapy methods. This is primarily due to issues such as systemic toxicity, low solubility, ... -
Evaluation of fiber reinforced polymer bars under compression: experiments and finite element simulations
(2020-11)The behavior of Fiber-reinforced polymers (FRP) bars under compression is not fully understood yet due to the limited research in this area; therefore, American concrete institute (ACI) does not recommend using FRP bars ... -
Evaluation of Microplastics in Beach Sediments along the Coast of Dubai, U.A.E
(2019-05)The unprecedented increase in consumption in conjunction with poor management of plastic waste have resulted in global contamination of both terrestrial and marine environments. Plastic debris undergoes fragmentation, ... -
Evaluation of the bending properties of profiled skin structure
(2016-01)This research is focused on developing a representative testing method for structural skin panels. The profiled panels are widely used in many applications used in warehouses and factories. They are mainly used as roof or ... -
Evaluation of the Bond and Tensile Strength of GFRP Bars Exposed to Harsh Environment
(2014-01)Fiber-reinforced polymers (FRP) have become one of the fastest-emerging materials to compete with conventional steel bars for use in concrete. The mechanical properties and durability of FRP materials are the main concerns ... -
Evaluation of The Factors Affecting Microplastics and Nanoparticles in Plastic Water Supply Pipes
(2020-11)Water distribution system (WDS) supplies good quality water to individual households. It can affect the water quality, human health, and hence the role of WDS on the water quality must be investigated. Various pipe materials ... -
Examining Students' Attitudes and Use of Technology Tools to Write
(2011-01)The normalization of technology in many aspects of our lives suggests a need to examine the impact of using technology on language learning and use. There is an underlying assumption that children born in this technological ... -
Experimental Analysis of High Temperature Shape Memory Polymers for Deployable Structures
(2019-06)Shape Memory Polymers (SMP) continue to capture interest of the aerospace industry due to their unique properties. Compared to shape memory alloys, this class of smart materials is lighter in weight and can undergo ... -
Experimental and Numerical Study of RC Beams Strengthened in Flexure with Bolted/Bonded AA Plates
(2019-04)Reinforced Concrete (RC) members are susceptible to deterioration due to many factors. Externally bonded reinforcement (EBR) such as fiber-reinforced polymers (FRP), had emerged as one of the proven techniques for flexural ... -
Experimental Assessment of Microbial Fuel Cells for Treatment and Nutrient Recovery from Different Wastewaters
(2022-05)Wastewater is an abundant renewable source of nutrients such as nitrogen and phosphorus. However, current recovery methods require large amounts of energy and chemicals. Consequently, these processes pose economic and ... -
Experimental Investigation of FRP-Reinforced Concrete Columns Under Concentric and Eccentric Loading
(2019-06)The problem of corrosion of steel in reinforced concrete (RC) structures has urged the need for alternative reinforcement materials. One possible alternative is fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) bars, which are non-corrosive, ... -
An Experimental Investigation of R134a Clathrates with Liquid Additives
(2016-09)Thermal energy storage (TES) using phase change materials is one of the most effective solutions for energy conservation. The selection of a phase changing material (PCM) with different liquid additives could improve the ... -
Experimental Investigation of Sewage Sludge Pyrolysis In An Auger Reactor
(2020-11)Waste-to-energy technology is fast growing around the world in order to satisfy the growing demand for renewable energies and to avoid the negative impact of the current practice of waste disposal into landfills. This ... -
Experimental Investigations of Friction Stir Welded Metal-Polymer Hybrid Structure
(2023-04)In the last decade, there has been a surge in interest in hybrid structures, particularly those that combine aluminum or magnesium alloys with polymeric materials. Mechanical fastening, riveting, and bonding are examples ... -
Experimental Study of Punching Shear Resistance of Synthetic Fiber Reinforced Concrete Interior Slabs
(2016-09)This study experimentally explores the suitability of Synthetic Fiber-Reinforced Concrete (SNFRC) as a feasible method for improving the punching shear strength of two-way slabs. The investigation involved interior flat ...