Engineering Proceedings, Volume 44, Issue 1

This paper examines the behavior of stainless-steel-reinforced concrete (SSRC) flexural members subjected to fire. Stainless steel (SS) reinforcement has gained popularity due to its corrosion resistance and long maintenance-free life. However, there...

Extraordinary efforts should be carried out in Pakistan to prepare green concrete from waste materials. The utilization of Volcanic Ash (VA) in concrete can make sustainable concrete that will produce less carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions and give posi...

Composite fibers are an essential component of modern concrete structures, providing enhanced mechanical properties and durability. There are different types of fibers commonly used in concrete such as steel, glass, carbon, polypropylene fibers, etc....

This research focused on creating sustainable geopolymer mortar using waste materials such as corn cob ash (CCA) and bauxite. The CCA was obtained by burning corn cobs in an open environment and then further treated at 600 °C to remove carbon imp...

This study investigates the use of waste polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottle strips for soil stabilization in the Potohar region. Uncontrolled filling during housing societies development has led to settlement issues and structural cracking. By i...

Geopolymer concrete (GPC) has been the subject of ongoing research as a suitable substitute for conventional concrete production because of its benefits for the environment. However, there is little research regarding retrofitting the structural part...

Buildings’ contribution to global final energy use is about 30%, which makes them a primary focus for implementing energy-efficient measures. Building energy efficiency is an important consideration for residential buildings due to the signific...

The study aims to increase the efficiency of mortar mixes and improve their necessary qualities such as strength, density, and durability by using wastepaper as a cement substitute in the form of wastepaper sludge ash (WPSA). Mortars with 20, 25, and...

Rubber is a waste product produced by the industrial sector in large quantities. Due to its non-degradable nature, it has been a serious threat to the environment. Thus, it is recommended to develop concrete or mortar containing rubber, so that it ca...

This article discusses the extent of the spread of contamination in water distribution networks which may enter through a pipe leak, and the decay rate of chlorine for a specified design duration. A comprehensive water quality analysis is performed u...

An earthquake is a force which is unpredictable and can cause serious damage to a structure and its structural components. For improved safety, the seismic design of the building should be adequate, and measures should be taken for vibration control....

In submitting the proceedings of the 5th Conference on Sustainability in Civil Engineering (CSCE) to Engineering Proceedings, the volume editors of the proceedings certify to the publisher that all papers published in this volume have been subjected...

The Conference on Sustainability in Civil Engineering (CSCE), 2023, was organized by the Department of Civil Engineering of the Capital University of Science and Technology (CUST), Islamabad, Pakistan [...]

This study focused on the application of nano-/micro-sized fibers obtained from pyrolysis of Santa Maria feverfew (biochar) in cement mortars. The biochar was added in amounts of 0, 0.05 and 0.1 percent by mass of cement. The mechanical characteristi...

Earthquakes can induce structural failure, the vertical collapse of a structure, or can result in the breaking and falling of non-structural components of the structure. Most of the region of Pakistan has a high risk of seismic activity and the count...

The present study concerns the application of nano-/micro-sized fibers (bio-char of Santa Maria feverfew) in cementitious mortars. The bio-char was added @ 0, 0.05 and 0.1% by mass of cement. The addition of bio-char did not affect the setting and co...

Soft cohesive formations are extensively distributed across the earth’s land mass. They mainly comprise medium to high plastic clays deposited by thousands of years of geological activity. In Pakistan, the upper and lower plains of the Indus Va...

This research focuses on dataset development using NaOH treatment period (NaTP), NaOH concentration (NaCon), coarse aggregates (gravel), fine aggregates (sand), water, water–cement ratio (w/c), crumb rubber percentage (CR%), and equations to pr...

Effective project management practices are crucial in the construction sector, providing a structured approach to planning, executing, and controlling projects. They set clear objectives, define scopes, allocate resources efficiently, and manage risk...

Cost overrun has long been a significant concern in the construction sector, posing obstacles to project profitability and financial viability. It occurs when actual costs exceed the initial budget estimates, leading to financial hardship, delays, an...