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Water quality assessment with aquatic non-structural blocks made of coal ash aggregates mortars
(2012)
A handful of biochemical processes occur in aquatic environments. One of the problems that are mostly encountered in such environments is caused by excess nutrient input and subsequent algal bloom. A series of studies were ...
Gap acceptance studies and critical gap times for two-way stop controlled intersections in the Mayagüez Area
(2006)
Traffic analyses of priority intersections in Puerto Rico are currently performed using
parameters obtained from the Highway Capacity Manual (HCM). These values were
obtained from studies performed in other environments ...
Rehabilitación sísmica de edificio histórico en Milwaukee, WI, cuyo uso se propone cambiar usando el código de Puerto Rico
(2013)
The culture and development of a country are disclosed through the traditions of its people and infrastructure changes over time. Recently, it has been of considerable importance, the promotion of rehabilitating historic ...
Automatización del proceso de inspección para proyectos de construcción de edificios
(2014-12)
The objectives of this project were to create a standard form from existing inspection checklists, conversion of this standard form to an electronic version usable on portable computers such as the iPad, and automating the ...
Assessment of potential exposure pathways in karst groundwater systems in Northern Puerto Rico using GIS
(2011)
The North Coast Karst Aquifer System of Puerto Rico is the most productive aquifer of the island. Same characteristics that makes it highly productive, makes it vulnerable to contamination. This research assess potential ...
Identificación y delineación de áreas de cabecera de ríos utilizando SIG
(2011)
Este trabajo presenta una metodología basada en la aplicación de técnicas en sistemas de información geográfica (SIG) con el objeto que puedan ser utilizadas en la delineación de áreas de cabecera para ríos de Puerto Rico, ...
Diseño y planos modelo de muros de contención en hormigón armado al voladizo para casos de emergencia
(2011)
This project consists in the analysis and design of reinforced concrete cantilever retention walls. The purpose of this analysis and design is to develop construction drawings, as shown in Apendix 3, and have them ready ...
Diseño de un sistema para el manejo de información de proyectos de construcción en la Universidad de Puerto Rico, Recinto de Mayagüez
(2009)
The purpose of this project is the optimization of the flow of information between all personnel involved in the construction projects of the University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez Campus. In addition, an attempt to reduce ...
Redesign of a signalized intersection using non-conventional left turn treatments to optimize level of service and delays: Western Plaza case study
(2016)
Congestion and safety problems at intersections have been on the rise due to the increased traffic volumes throughout mainline corridors in Puerto Rico, as well as in the United States. As a result, new and innovative ...
Development of cost - effectiveness test for energy efficiency in the building construction industry
(2012)
This document presents the methodology to evaluate cost effectiveness of energy efficiency measures for Puerto Rico, using to the cost effectiveness tests suggested in the document National Action Plan for Energy Efficiency ...