• Application of a Generalized Subgrade Model in the Analysis of Circular Plates on Elastic Foundations 

  Meron, Alebachew (AAU, 2018-06)

  The solution to the problem of beams and plates on an elastic foundation has been attempted in the past using various subgrade models developed by many researchers, one of the pioneers being Winkler. Most recently, a new ...
• Analysis of Strip Plates on Elastic Foundation Using Generalized Subgrade Model 

  Amlesu, Teklebrhan (AAU, 2018-06)

  A concrete plate supported directly by the soil continuum is a very common construction form. The response of the plate when it carries external load is influenced by the soil, and the response of the soil is also ...
• Correlation of CBR with Index Properties of Soils in Sululta Town 

  Alemayehu, Bekele (AAU, 2017-05)

  Soils are the oldest and most complex engineering materials. The California Bearing Ratio (CBR) has been acknowledged as an important parameter to characterize the bearing capacity of earth structures, such as earth dams, ...
• Impact of Human Capital Development on Road Contractors Performance 

  Tigist, Ayele (AAU, 2017-11)

  The Construction industry provides infrastructure that supports the other sectors of the economy. Unfortunately, the industry is saddled with numerous challenges varying from internal weaknesses ...
• Assessment on Design Management Practices of National Consultants Focused on Building Design Projects 

  Sileshi, Ambachew (AAU, 2018-06)

  In recent years design become reason for the escalation of project cost and time due to inconsistent approach of design management of Consultants. Many projects must now be delivered fast track while co-ordinating ...
• Performance of Construction Consultants in Addis Ababa: A Study of Current Practices 

  Nuhamin, Getachew (AAU, 2018-04-19)

  The Ethiopian construction industry has become a major force in the economic growth of the country. But it is not functioning at its potential due to numerous issues which continue to hamper its advancement. Construction ...
• Run-off-The Road Crash Severity and Crash Severity-Based Black Spot Identification in Oromia Region, East Wallega Zone 

  Wendimu, Tefari (AAU, 2017-12)

  Statistics clearly demonstrate that run-off-the road crashes contribute to a significant percentage of high-severity crashes. It is therefore important for the highway safety community to identify the characteristics and ...
• Assessing the Predictive Abilities of Statistical Injury-Severity Prediction Modelling Considering non-behavioral Factors of Accident 

  Mulaw, Amdu (AAU, 2018-03-19)

  In the developing country, Road Traffic Accidents are among the leading cause of death and injury; Ethiopia in particular experiences the highest rate of such accidents. Road Traffic Accidents cannot be absolutely ...
• Evaluating Quality of Service on Public Bus Transportation and Improvement Strategy in Addis Ababa: (A Case Study on Sheger Mass Transport Enterprise) 

  Mesfin, Tagagne (AAU, 2018-03)

  In cities like Addis Ababa, an increase in size and number of population generate increased travel demand. Currently, different transit agencies are trying to meet the travel demand in the City; however, there is a concern ...
• Analysis of Impacts of Speed and Traffic Volume at Black spot areas: Case of Addis Ababa city 

  Meron, Befekadu (AAU, 2016-05)

  Road traffic accidents (RTAs) are a major public health concern, resulting in an estimated 1.2 Million deaths and 50 million injuries worldwide in each year (Tibebe B. and Shawndra H., 2005). In the developing world, ...
• Mapping Temperature Zone of Ethiopia for Binder Performance Grading System 

  Mahlet, Gahsaw (AAU, 2018-03)

  Ethiopia is located near to the equator and climatic condition varies from hot-dry-arid regions to tropical rain forest. Seasonal temperature fluctuation is very high in some parts of the country. Hence, temperature and ...
• Bagasse Ash as a Partial Substitute of Cement on Concrete Rigid Pavement 

  Miheret, Geremew (AAU, 2017-07)

  Sugarcane bagasse ash is an industrial waste from sugar factories. This study aimed to use this materialas a partial substitute of cement in a concrete rigid pavement. The availability of bagasse ash and thevery reasons ...
• A Guide to Improve Building Commissioning In Ethiopian Construction: Case Studies on Selected Public Institution Projects in Addis Ababa 

  Michael, Birhanu (AAU, 2018)

  Commissioning (Cx) new buildings and retro-commissioning existing construction facilities are becoming a quality assurance measure in the construction industry in many countries. The purpose of the commissioning process ...
• Research in Ethiopian Construction Industry: Review of Past Studies and Future Need Assessment 

  Habenom, Gebru (AAU, 2017-12)

  Construction industry plays a vital role for developing countries as they are considerably dependent on the growth and development of physical infrastructures: furthermore, its relation to both economic and social sectors ...
• Utilization of Waste Marble Powder as A Partial Replacement of Cement in HCB Production 

  Berhanu, Negesse (AAU, 2018-04)

  Hollow concrete blocks are one of the most extensively used wall construction material in major cities of our country, Ethiopia. Aggregates, cement, and water are the main materials required for the production of this ...
• Comparative Analysis on Local and International Administered by Comparative Analysis on Factors Affecting Performance and International Contractors in Road Projects Administered by Ethiopian Roads Authority Performance of Road Projects Ethiopian Roads Authority 

  Azeb, Getahun (AAU, 2016-11)

  Ethiopian Roads Authority (ERA) representing the Government of Ethiopia manages road construction projects in Ethiopia. Local and International contractors are carrying out substantial portion of these road construction ...
• Water Supply Coverage and Water Loss in Distribution System with Modeling (The Case Study of Addis Ababa) 

  Kabeto, Shimeles (Addis Ababa University, 2011-11)

  Leakage in water distribution pipes is a major problem faced by the water industry. Water utilities often employ traditional audit methods to estimate water lost as leakage. As a result demand for additional water sources ...
• Investigation of Drinking Water Quality from Source to Point of Distribution :-(The Case of Gimbi Town, in Oromia Regional State of Ethiopia). 

  Oljira, Gurmessa (Addis Ababa University, 2015-06)

  This research focuses on the investigation of the existing main drinking water quality of Gimbi town, which is located in Western Ethiopia, from the source to points of distribution in relation to safety and acceptability ...
• Prediction of Sediment Inflow to Gefersa Reservoir (Using Swat Model) and Assessing Sediment Redution Methods 

  G/meskel, Fasil (Addis Ababa University, 2012-03)

  Sediment transport is a worldwide environmental problem that degrades soil productivity, water quality, causes sedimentation to the reservoirs and increases the probability of floods. Gefersa reservoir, one of the surface ...
• Hydraulic Network Modeling of the Existing Water Distribution System of Addis Ababa City (Legedadi sub system as a case study) 

  Tessema, Dureti (Addis Ababa University, 2015-03)

  The primary goal of this study is to review the hydraulic performance of the existing distribution system of the city, Addis Ababa, Legedadi subsystem which is aimed to help the city understand its distribution system ...

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