Dissertations on Construction

Construction regards processes involved in delivering buildings, infrastructure and industrial facilities and associated activities including planning, designing, building, and fit out. Construction also covers repairs, maintenance, and demolition.

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Impact of Emissions on Road Construction Worker Health

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In this study, we aim to analyse the emissions produced from various on road and off road construction equipment used in the road construction projects....

Last modified: 17th Feb 2022

Thermoplastic Composites with High Mechanical Properties and a Low Processing Temperature

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The main aim of the current project is to design thermoplastic composites with high mechanical properties and a low processing temperature that could be used in the construction, automotive and aircraft industries....

Last modified: 3rd Feb 2022

The Use of Recycled Material in Concrete

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The aim of this project was to look at the use of recycled materials in concrete mix designs. This report gives a detailed insight into the mix design and pouring process of a standard concrete mix and adapts this method for use for recycled aggregate mixes....

Last modified: 28th Jan 2022

The Effect of Layer Bonding on the Strength of 3D Printed Structures

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The aim of this dissertation is to investigate the effect that layer bonding has on the strength of FDM structures and to provide guidance on the speed-strength relationship in FDM....

Last modified: 27th Jan 2022

Psychometrics in the Construction Industry

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This dissertation is about evaluating the use of psychometrics in the construction industry. The document will also present the main aims and objectives of the study....

Last modified: 26th Jan 2022

Experimental Investigation of Fracture Energy of Normal-strength and High-strength Concrete

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The aim of this report is to investigate the fracture energy of normal and high strength concrete. Concrete is a composite material, a typical concrete mix will contain aggregate, cement & water....

Last modified: 24th Jan 2022

Introduction: Measurement Issues in State-Level Energy Performance Predictors

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To meet demand for state environmental performance, an accurate measurement tool needs to be created....

Last modified: 24th Jan 2022

Determining the Level of Design Culpability in Construction Contracts

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The aim of this research study is to provide a framework to determine the level of design culpability applicable to construction contracts....

Last modified: 20th Jan 2022

New Advances in Site Investigations and In-Situ Testing and Monitoring

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The primary objective of a Geotechnical site investigation is to determine the ground conditions of the proposed site and quantify all possible risks posed to the development and construction of the structure or building....

Last modified: 5th Jan 2022

Improving Construction Site Safety with the use of Building Information Modelling

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A proposal to investigate if Building Information Modelling (BIM) can improve construction site safety at the design and planning stages in the construction industry in Ireland....

Last modified: 21st Dec 2021

Landfill Leachate Characteristics and Liner System Effectiveness

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This paper will provide a review of landfill leachate characteristics, the various components used in a liner, the different liner systems configurations and the processes used to ensure the effectiveness of these liner systems....

Last modified: 15th Dec 2021

India's Construction Equipment Industry Analysis

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This research was an attempt to assess the current status of the construction equipment industry in India and the underlying opportunities and challenges....

Last modified: 15th Dec 2021

Supply and Distribution of Building Services

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This report focuses on the supply and distribution of a range of building services and how they are accommodated within and impact on the overall design of a building....

Last modified: 3rd Dec 2021

Construction Industries Professional Skills Shortage

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An investigation into the construction industries professional skills shortage. What are the effects and is there enough being done to rectify the issue? Table of Contents Copyright Abstract 1 Int...

Last modified: 30th Nov 2021

Sequence of Events and Probable Failure Mechanisms of the World Trade Center

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This dissertation is focused on what happened on Sept 11th 2001, with the author’s analysis seeking to determine the probable events that led to the collapse of the World Trade Centre buildings....

Last modified: 30th Nov 2021

Strengthening of Poorly Graded Timber with Laminated Bamboo

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This dissertation investigates the strengthening of poorly graded timber, namely Sitka spruce, with a single layer of bleached, laminated bamboo....

Last modified: 26th Nov 2021

Re-using Waste Glass in the Construction Industry

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This dissertation investigates the use of recycled waste glass as a partial replacement of concrete components in the construction industry....

Last modified: 25th Nov 2021

Is Passive Housing Viable in Ireland?

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The main scope of this dissertation is to investigate the passive house concept as a model for the sustainable construction of homes in Ireland and the benefits and limitations of applying the passive house standards to homes in Ireland....

Last modified: 25th Nov 2021

Alcoholism and Drug Dependence in Ireland: Study of Construction Workers

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This dissertation will give an overview of the drug problem in Ireland and investigate the risks it poses if at all on construction sites....

Last modified: 25th Nov 2021

Groundwater Control and Waterproof Systems for Construction of Deep Basements

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This thesis focuses primarily on the construction of deep basements in Dublin City Centre specifically, examining and evaluating groundwater control techniques, waterproofing systems, the value of site investigations and geotechnical surveys....

Last modified: 25th Nov 2021

Off-Site Manufacturing for the UK Housing Industry

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The aim of this dissertation is to investigate and explore Off-Site Manufacturing (OSM) as a modern construction method and the barriers it faces in the UK Housing Industry....

Last modified: 24th Nov 2021

Assessment of Behaviour of Strong Back Systems in Buildings

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The objective of this dissertation is to propose a better configuration of Strong Back Systems (SBS) which efficiently mitigates the damage concentration in steel braced frames....

Last modified: 19th Nov 2021

Evaluation of Accoya Wood as Cladding for Rainscreen Facades

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The aim of this report is to evaluate the use of Accoya as cladding to the construction industry. Accoya will be installed as cladding on the proposed design for the Paisley Cultural Centre, which comprises a theatre and a library....

Last modified: 19th Nov 2021

Conceptual Model for Engineer‐To‐Order (ETO) Construction Supply Chain

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The key aim of research was to develop a conceptual model for Engineer‐To‐Order (ETO) construction supply chain based on the best practices....

Last modified: 19th Nov 2021

Impact of Modular Construction Methods on the UK Residential Market

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This paper aims to assess the level of impact that modular construction methods will have on the UK residential housing market....

Last modified: 17th Nov 2021