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  • Finite Element Analysis and Ambient Vibration Test of the Arch Type Steel Highway Bridges 
    Ahmet Can Altunisik; Karadeniz Technical University; Alemdar Bayraktar; Karadeniz Technical University; Baris Sevim; Gumushane University; Hasan Ozdemir; Prokon Engineering and Consultancy (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    In this paper, it is aimed to determine the dynamic characteristics of highway bridges using finite element analyses and ambient vibration tests. A modern steel highway bridge which has arch type structural system with 216 ...
  • Cost Benefit Analysis Of The Structures Designed For Alternative Seismic Hazard Levels 
    Mustafa Kutanis; Sakarya University; Yavuz Abut; Kocaeli Metropolitan Municipality Structural Research Laboratory; Ismail H. Demir; Sakarya University; Elif Orak; Sakarya University (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    In this study, multiple performance objectives under the various earthquake hazard levels are investigated. In case of well defined earthquake hazard, as an alternative of classical earthquake resistant design principles, ...
  • Friction Pendulum Bearings for Seismic Isolation 
    Muhammet Yurdakul; Bayburt University; Sevket Ates; Karadeniz Technical University (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    Seismic isolated building structures are examined in this study. Herein, a two dimensional and eight stories of a building with and without triple friction pendulum (TCFP) bearing is used in the time history analysis under ...
  • Simplified Earthquake Analysis of Suspensi 
    Suleyman Adanur; Karadeniz Technical University; Mehmet Akkose; Karadeniz Technical University; Alemdar Bayraktar; Karadeniz Technical University; A. Aydin Dumanoglu; Avrasya University (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    This paper presents the finite element analysis of a suspension bridge subjected to earthquake ground motion using simplified models. For this purpose, two simplified models are considered. It is assumed that each element ...
  • Comparison of Performances of Various Rehabilitation Approaches for a Hospital Building 
    Muhammed Tekin; Celal Bayar University; Ali Demir; Celal Bayar University; Halil Nohutcu; Celal Bayar University (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    In this study, the seismic performance of the Merkez Efendi hospital building in Manisa is determined with SAP2000 computer program according to the Turkish Earthquake Code-2007. The building and its footings do not provide ...
  • Analysis of Reinforced Concrete and Composite Columns With and Without Steel Fibers 
    Serkan Tokgoz; Mersin University; Cengiz Dundar; Cukurova University (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    Analysis of eccentrically loaded plain and steel fiber high strength reinforced concrete and concrete-encased composite columns is presented. In the analysis procedure, the experimental nonlinear stress−strain relations ...
  • Nonlinear Numerical Model of Thin Plates 
    Vlaho Akmadzic; University of Mostar; Ante Mihanovic; University of Split; Boris Trogrlic; University of Split (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    The article deals with nonlinear analysis of the thin plates. Nonlinear numerical shell model, whose flexural state is based on the Germain-Kirchhoff theory, takes into account geometrical nonlinearity. Material model of ...
  • Measurement of Mid-span Deflections by using Digital Image Processing 
    Levent Tasci; Firat University; Fatih Cetisli; Firat University (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    Nowadays, several measurement techniques and devices have been developed to measure the deformations on structural members, such as gages, low voltage displacement transducers (LVDT), strain gages and acoustic emissions ...
  • Dynamic Design of Systems with Semi-rigid Connections Based on Experimental Investigation of the Full Scale Structure 
    S. Zdravkovic; Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture of Nis; T. Igic; Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture of Nis; D. Zlatkov; Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture of Nis; B. Mladenovic; Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture of Nis; D. Turnic; Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture of Nis (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    Semi-rigid connections in the construction permit mutual rotation of the nodes. Since such connections are quite common in constructions, especially in the precast ones, it is of interest to determine their dynamic ...
  • Static Design of Systems with Semi-Rigid Connections Based on Experimental Investigation of the Full Scale Structure 
    Slavko Zdravkovic; Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture of Nis; Tomislav Igic; Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture of Nis; Biljana Mladenovic; Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture of Nis; Dragan Zlatkov; Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture of Nis; Dragana Turnic; Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture of Nis (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    The paper presents the basic theory and corresponding equations for calculation of the static influences of the structures with semi-rigid connections in joints. The static design of system in which connections of members ...
  • Safety and Stability of Structures with Semi-Rigid Connections of Members in Nodes 
    Tomislav Igic; University of Nis; Slavko Zdravkovic; University of Nis; Biljana Mladenovic; University of Nis (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    The structural design of a system in which connections of members are absolutely rigid or perfectly pinned has been thoroughly worked out in the existing literature. In real structures in general, and particularly in the ...
  • Ottoman Masonry Bridges in Anatolia and the Balkans 
    Orhan Baykan; Pamukkale University; Ahmet Alkan; Dokuz Eylul University; Yalcin Ozdemir; Dokuz Eylul University; Nesrin Baykan; Pamukkale University; Unal Ozis; Dokuz Eylul University (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    Remains of the historical masonry bridges in Anatolia and the Balkans are dated back to the Roman (first half of the I. Millenium AD), to the Seldjukide (early centuries of the II. Millenium AD; basically in Anatolia), and ...
  • Seismic Risk Management Of An Elementary School Building Based On Minimum Expected Life-Cycle Cost 
    Neritan Shkodrani; Polytechnic University of Tirana; Elfrida Alliu; Polytechnic University of Tirana; Shkelqim Daja; Polytechnic University of Tirana (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    In earthquake disaster prevention, one serious problem confronting the world's earthquake - prone countries is seismic performance of buildings. A building is expected to remain safe and provide its intended function ...
  • Investigation Of Effect Of Infill Walls With Brick In Buildings 
    Hacer Bilir; Osmaniye Korkut Ata University; Ismail H. Cagatay; Cukurova University (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    Infill walls are widely used as partitions worldwide. Field evidence has shown that continuous infill walls can help reduce the vulnerability of a reinforced concrete structure. Often, engineers do not consider infill walls ...
  • Damage assessment and strengthening of an existing RC building 
    Arian Lako; Polytechnic University of Tirana,; Markel Baballeku; Polytechnic University of Tirana, (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    This paper investigates seismic capacity and probable damages assessment from earthquakes on existing buildings, more specifically, Archeological Museum building. Also, in this paper one of the techniques (reinforced ...
  • Dams and Special Structures 
    Artur Roshi; Albanian Constructions Institute (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    Rain vibration of cables is becoming a matter of great concern recently in Japan for design and construction of cables-stayed- bridges. The features of rain vibration are the strong influence of rain on wind-induced ...
  • Mode-Shapes Analysis Of Cross-Ply-Laminated Composite Cylindrical Shallow Shells 
    Ali Dogan; Mustafa Kemal University (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    This work presents mode-shape analysis of cross-ply laminated composite cylindrical shallow shells. First, kinematic relations of strains and deformation have been showed. Then, using Hamilton's principle, governing ...
  • Assessment Of The Seismoactive Layers And Features Of The Albanian Earth's Crust. 
    Rrapo Ormeni; Polytechnic University, Institute of Geosciences; Viktor Doda; Polytechnic University, Institute of Geosciences; Fatmir Gumeni; Planetary University; Gjon Kaza; Polytechnic University, Institute of Geosciences (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    Accurate assessment of seismoactive layers represents large interests for recognition of real depth of seismic energy generation.The database of this study are relocated earthquakes of period 2001-2010 that are in considerable ...
  • Code Calibration for Reinforced Concrete Structures in Bosnia and Herzegovina using CodeCal 
    Dani Rahimic; "Dzemal Bijedic" University Mostar, (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    One of the most important tasks for the civil engineers is designing structures. Designing structures is conducted according to the technical regulations of the country.Safety and reliability of those structures will mostly ...
  • Dynamic Analysis Of Straight And Curved Beams On Elastic Foundation 
    Faruk Firat Calim; Mustafa Kemal University (International Balkans Conference on Challenges of Civil Engineering, 2013-07-15)
    Free and forced vibration analysis of straight and curved beams on elastic foundation are investigated in Laplace domain. The Timoshenko beam theory is adopted in the derivation of the governing equation. The curvature of ...

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