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            <title><![CDATA[An Investigation into the Pulse-Like Characteristics of the Kahramanmaraş Turkey Earthquake for Selected Stations]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[This study has considered different near-fault strong ground motion records with PGV&gt;30 cm/s from five stations to determine some pulse-like characteristics of the 6 February 2023 Kahramanmaraş earthquake in Turkey. The wavelet method was employed to identify and analyze the characteristics inherent in the pulse-like ground motions within the proximity of a fault. The largest velocity pulses from the selected records were extracted using wavelet analysis. The pulse periods were calculated using the peak-point method. The relative cumulative energies of the selected pulse-like records were determined graphically, and the relative pulse energies were computed for the pulse period regions to demonstrate that the records could be considered pulse-like. The pulse indicators were subsequently computed using Baker’s method and, in accordance with his criteria, the selected records were once more validated as records exhibiting pulse-like characteristics. The velocity response spectra of the original records, the extracted pulse signals, and the residual records were calculated. The velocity spectra of the residual records exhibited a stronger agreement with the original record at shorter periods, yet displayed significantly reduced amplitudes compared to the original records for the periods surpassing the pulse periods.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Validation of Punching Shear Capacity Predictions for Flat Slabs with Coarse Recycled Aggregate Concrete]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[This paper evaluates the experimentally determined punching shear capacities of slab-column connections without any shear reinforcement cast from coarse recycled concrete aggregate concrete (CRCAC). Three series of full-scale slab specimens, comprised of a total of six slabs, with reinforcement ratios of 0.52%, 1.23%, and 1.53%, were tested for their punching behaviour. In each series, one specimen was a reference slab, and the other slab was cast with a 100% replacement of the coarse natural aggregate with coarse recycled aggregate (CRA). During the tests, the slab rotations were recorded and used to calculate the punching shear resistance according to the Critical Shear Crack Theory (CSCT). The calculated punching shear resistances were compared with the experimentally measured values. The results show very good agreement between the experimentally measured and predicted punching shear capacities by CSCT and confirm the negligible effect of CRA on the punching shear behaviour of the slab-column connections tested.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Impact of Wastewater Heat Recovery on the Energy Performance Certificate of a Building]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[The energy crisis has become a highly relevant global issue, and increasing attention is being paid to reducing energy consumption in buildings. In addition to environmental protection, the demand for energy savings is also driven by the significant increase in energy prices in recent years. In Slovakia, energy savings are largely influenced by the thermal protection standard STN 73 0540-2+Z1+Z2 (2019), which, by tightening the required values of thermal resistance and thermal transmittance of building structures, has led to extensive thermal insulation of building envelopes. However, improving the thermal performance of buildings is not the only way to reduce the overall energy consumption of buildings. This paper examines the recovery of waste heat from shower wastewater for preheating domestic cold water, together with its hygienic aspects and its energy, economic and energy-certification benefits for a high-occupancy sports facility.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Experimental Analysis of a Slip-Joint Connection with an Octagonal Tubular Cross-Section]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[This paper presents an experimental study of a slip-joint connection with an octagonal tubular cross-section. The connection investigated consists of two conical steel tubes joined to each other without additional welding or bolts; the load is transferred through the connection geometry and interfacial friction in the overlap region. Despite its practical use in masts and similar vertical structures, its behaviour is not fully understood, particularly with respect to the shape of the cross-section, the length of the overlap and manufacturing imperfections. Six tests were conducted on three specimen types with different conicities, overlap lengths and surface treatments. The measurements focused on stresses, insertion forces, displacements and the effect of repeated loading. The results showed a consistent overall response pattern across the tests, together with marked differences associated with imperfections. The stresses measured during insertion were substantially higher than those predicted by the simplified analytical relations, which is consistent with assembly-induced  prestress. These findings improve understanding of the experimental behaviour of octagonal slipjoint connections and provide a basis for further numerical and analytical studies.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Analysis of the Geometry and Composition of the Main Facade of Interwar Architecture, Using the Jaroň Villa in Bratislava as an Example]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[The perception of interwar residential architecture in Slovakia, particularly among the lay public, reflects a significant lack of information and recognition of its architectural values. This limited understanding contributes to low social interest and negatively affects the current state of these works. Here, “interwar architecture” refers to buildings designed between 1918 and 1939. This article examines the architectural quality of family houses and villas in Bratislava, which reached an exceptional level during this period. We argue that, in the Slovak context, where radical spatial creation is largely absent, architectural value is concentrated in geometric and proportional order. We propose a methodology for geometric analysis of dominant facades, implemented in a digital BIM environment. The analysis progresses from the primary proportional framework through compositional nodes and rhythmic axes to a synthesis confronting facade geometry with internal spatial and structural logic. We examine harmony and timeless canons, including the golden ratio and root systems, replacing subjective description with precise data. The methodology will be tested on the former Bratislava villa Jaroň. The resulting objective framework may support understanding and conserving interwar architectural heritage, monument restoration, and sensitive new design in historically valuable environments. It also establishes a transferable analytical framework for assessing architectural quality systematically, supporting more informed interpretation, documentation, and conservation of valuable residential works from the period within contemporary architectural practice and heritage.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Parametric Study on the Impact of Volume and Shape on Acoustic Conditions in Atriums Covered by ETFE and Glass]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Public atriums which are covered by transparent roof structures and built with sound-reflective surfaces, often suffer from excessive noise and long reverberation times. At present, there is a lack of practical design guidance to help architects address these acoustic challenges in large gathering spaces. This study investigates the effect of the volume, geometry, and transparent roofing materials on the indoor acoustic performance of atrium. Numerical simulations were carried out for atriums with varying plan aspect ratios (1:1, 1:2, 1:3), heights (7.5–30 m), and roof materials (glass, Ethylene Tetrafluoroethylene (ETFE)), evaluating the Reverberation Time (T30) and Speech Transmission Index (STI). The results show that increasing volume leads to longer reverberation times, particularly at low and midrange frequencies, while speech intelligibility generally improves in larger spaces (if they are very reverberant). ETFE roofs achieve shorter reverberation times and higher STI values than do glass roofs, especially in smaller volumes and at lower roof heights. The findings provide a quantitative basis for acoustically informed atrium design and highlight the importance of integrating acoustic expertise at early design stages.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Feasibility of C&amp;DW Mixed With EAFS and Cement for Sub-Base Applications in India]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Rising volumes of construction and demolition waste (C&amp;DW) and electric arc furnace slag (EAFS) have increased the need to reuse them instead of natural aggregates. This paper discusses a laboratory study of cement-treated C&amp;DW–EAFS mixes for pavement sub-base layers. Sixteen mixes of C&amp;DW (100–70%), EAFS (0–30%) and cement (3–6%) were tested for modified Proctor compaction, unconfined compressive strength (UCS) at 7 and 28 days, wetting–drying durability, and repeated-load triaxial tests. Adding EAFS raised the maximum dry density (MDD) and UCS and lowered the optimum moisture content (OMC). EAFS mixes with 4% cement or more reached a 7-day UCS above 1.5 MPa, and those with 20% or more met the wetting–drying weight-loss limit. The resilient modulus (Mr) rose with the bulk stress and was well described by the two-parameter bulk-stress model, which was assessed by the coefficient of determination (R²), the root-mean-square-error-to-observations-standard-deviation ratio (RSR), Nash–Sutcliffe efficiency (NSE) and percentage bias (PBIAS). These mixes can therefore serve as sub-base material under Indian conditions.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Properties of Fiber-Reinforced Cement Concretes for Lower Layers of Rigid Pavements on Recycled Aggregates]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[A series of concretes on recycled aggregates for the construction of lower layers of rigid pavements have been developed, that incorporate micro- and macro- polypropylene fibre and glass fibre. Fibre was added to three base compositions containing different aggregates, i.e. river gravel, quartz sand and coarse and fine size recycled concrete aggregate. All the mixtures used a cement with a high slag content at a dosage of 300 kg/m3 and were designed for an S1 consistency. The inclusion of fibre significantly affected the fresh concrete's water demand, which demonstrated an increase in the w/c by 7 – 15 %. Mechanical testing on the 28th day showed that neither polypropylene fibre improved the compressive strength and even caused a slight reduction (0.3 – 5 %), which was a result primarily attributed to the associated increase in the w/c ratio. The macrofibre also reduced the flexural strength by 5 – 6 %; the microfibre provided only a marginal increase in the flexural strength (1 – 4 %). In contrast, the alkali-resistant glass fibre was the only type to enhance both the compressive and flexural strength, increasing them by 4 – 12 % and 9 %, respectively. All the fibre-reinforced mixtures achieved a frost resistance grade of at least F100. The research concluded that for stiff mixtures made with recycled aggregates, the tested polypropylene fibres are inefficient, whereas the alkali-resistant glass fibre presents a viable option for performance enhancement.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Project Planning in Construction 4.0: AI-Driven Chatbots for Project Planning Challenges]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[From a promising idea and gadget, Artificial Intelligence (AI), is becoming a reliable tool in everyday business. Industries report a galloping adoption of AI across communications, optimization, planning, safety protocols, and monitoring. The construction industry, known for its slow adoption of new technologies, is sluggishly but surely reporting positive feedback and promising potential of the utilization of AI. This study has applied the most notable AI-driven chatbots, i.e., ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Google Gemini, and DeepSeek, to solve standard project planning tasks. The results revealed that chatbots are surprisingly skilled at solving problems, but only when used by an experienced, professional user. Furthermore, the results showed the differences among the chatbots in solving the same types and scales of problems. Also, all analyzed chatbots can export data into documents compatible with standard project planning tools.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Effect of Different Curing Conditions on the Properties of Hardened Concrete]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[This paper focuses on the sustainable materials introduced as a response to the NET ZERO ROADMAP proposed by the European Cement Association (CEMBUREAU). This process involves the use of composite binders with a limiting clinker fraction in the final product. As this is a different approach, we may expect different behaviour under severe conditions, and this question needs to be addressed. This research investigates the behaviour of concrete and various binders under different curing conditions, which simulate the long-term effects of carbonation by exposing the samples to climate conditions with ultra-high CO2 content in the air. The testing of the specimens includes compression and flexure strength, the dynamic elastic modulus, and thermal analysis of the binders. The specimens cured with an CO2 demonstrated comparable early-age compressive strength and achieved values that were approximately 4 % greater at 2 days in comparison to those cured with water. By 7 days, the strength advantage of the CO2 cured specimens increased to 18 %. Finally at 28 days, significantly higher strengths for the CO2-cured samples, with values exceeding those of the water-cured samples by 30 % had resulted. The development in strength observed in the CO2 curing is attributed to the rapid precipitation of the CaCO3 and the refinement of the pores, while the water curing facilitated a slower yet continuous gain in strength due to the ongoing process of hydration. The results from the Derivative Thermogravimetry (DTG) indicated significant changes in the oxide composition of binders, which are related to changes in the structural behaviour of materials.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Factors in the Acceptance and use of BIM Technology according to the UTAUT 2 Model - An Empirical Study within the Construction Sector in Slovakia]]></title>
            <link>https://reference-global.com/article/10.2478/sjce-2026-0011</link>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[This paper presents the results of a quantitative study examining the significance of key factors in the acceptance and use of BIM technology within the UTAUT2 framework. Based on a sample of 71 professionals in the Slovak construction sector, the study presents its findings on expert estimates of the significance of specific factors affecting the acceptance and use of BIM. The study also examines the mediating effects proposed in the UTAUT2. To provide a holistic understanding of the acceptance and use of technology, new endogenous factors were examined: trust in the technology and the perceived potential of BIM technology to support sustainable construction. The empirical findings suggest that performance expectations are the primary drivers of the acceptance of BIM while perceived effort, social influence, and facilitating conditions play supporting but important roles in shaping its adoption and use in the Slovak construction sector. The findings also confirmed the significant impact of the size of a company and the region on the UTAUT model's basic factors. The UTAUT2 model was tested using Cronbach’s alpha.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Some Aspects of the Discrete Code-Based Optimization of a Telecommunications Tower]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[This paper focuses on the optimization of the discrete sizing and shape of a telecommunications tower. The tower is modelled as a 3D truss. The finite element code is written in MATLAB with software, including a genetic optimisation algorithm. The strength, buckling, slenderness, global stability, and displacement constraints are included, following the Eurocode requirements. The elements are selected from industrial circular hollow and angle steel section catalogues. The paper discusses the performance of the genetic algorithm, the effect of various model constraints, its global stability, and the wind load on the final tower design. Emphasis is placed on the convenience of implementing the optimisation in a practical design problem. The results demonstrate several peculiarities of algorithm properties. The sizing variable is treated as a continuous or discrete variable. A full spectrum of the dependency of the optimised design on the sizing variable is presented. The designs are validated with commercial software. All the data for the repeatability of the results is supplied in the appendices.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Long-Term Energy Consumption Forecasts for Heating and Cooling of a Kindergarten Classroom using Various Shading Systems - Case Study]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[This study analyses the long-term impact of climate change on the energy consumption for heating and cooling of a standard nursery school and evaluates the energy efficiency of three different shading systems applied to a south-west facing classroom. Simulations were performed in DesignBuilder/EnergyPlus software using 225 future climate datasets for the years 2025–2100, which were derived from the Special Report on Emission Scenarios (SRES), using the A2, A1B and B1 scenarios with statistical downscaling. The results show a systematic decrease in energy consumption for heating and a simultaneous increase in energy consumption for cooling, with scenario A2 showing the highest dynamics of change. A comparison of the shading systems shows that exterior blinds are the most effective in reducing cooling energy consumption (≈ 39–40%), followed by thermochromic glazing (≈ 13–16%). Interior blinds do not have a significant effect in terms of cooling energy consumption. All the shading options cause a slight increase in heating energy consumption due to the reduction in winter solar gains, but this is minimal for exterior and interior blinds. The study emphasises the importance of passive measures in the long-term adaptation of buildings to changing climatic conditions and the optimisation of the energy efficiency of buildings.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Selected Problems of the Extensions and Reconstructions of Sacral Buildings from the end of the 20th Century up to the Present with Selected Examples]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Sacral architecture is an inseparable part of our cultural heritage. For various reasons it is exposed to interventions into its material substance such as extensions, reconstructions or interior modifications. They intervene into disposition, substance, and construction frameworks. During their historical development such interventions often occurred, and we can also see them in the present period. The report is aimed especially at the effect of older and newer matter according to their proportionality, i.e., the substance – space relationship. It also deals with typological aspects of interventions as well as on operation characteristics of new substances. In this sense it offers basic classifications that are illustrated with domestic and foreign examples. It is aimed especially at interventions since the end of the 20th century up to the present time. The current period puts various requirements on sacral buildings that did not seem important in the past. Today, their realization often requires interventions into older structuress. Similarly, after buildings lose their sacral purpose, interventions follow that are related to the adaptation of the buildings for new uses.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Flexural Response of RC Slabs with Dosages of Recycled Aggregates and GFRP Reinforcement]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[The purpose of this study is to assess the mechanical performance of structurally appropriate concrete made from natural aggregates and partially recycled aggregates. Prism, cubic, and cylinder specimens were tested for the static modulus of elasticity, density, and compressive strength as part of the experimental program. Reinforced concrete slabs containing both aggregate types and either steel or GFRP bars were subjected to full-scale bending testing. The results showed that the basic mechanical parameters of concrete were unaffected by the addition of recycled particles. Mixed with recycled materials, the compressive strength, a stiffness, and density of the resulting material were all on a par with those of conventional aggregate concrete. When combined with steel reinforcement, the recycled concrete showed deformation behavior comparable to that of natural aggregate concrete in slab tests, effectively controlled cracks, and demonstrated sufficient load-bearing capacity. In conclusion, the results show that, with proper design, recycled aggregate concrete (RAC) can be a sustainable and structurally sound alternative to conventional concrete mixes. This lends credibility to its use in contemporary building projects and shows that it can help save the environment.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Coupled Effect of Hydrated Lime and Glass Waste Fine Stabilizers on the Mechanical Properties of Lateritic Soil]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[This study has investigated the coupled effect of hydrated lime (L) and glass-waste fine (GF) stabilizers on the mechanical properties of two different lateritic soil samples (specimens A and B). The stabilizing materials L and GF were mixed together (‘‘LGF’’) at equal percentages of 2%, 4%, and 6% of the mass of the soil samples and thereafter used as the soil stabilizer. Compaction tests, the California Bearing Ratio (CBR) test, and the Unconfined Compressive Strength (UCS) test were conducted to determine the coupled effect of the stabilizing materials. The results obtained show that the maximum dry density (MDD) for the stabilized soils is 1.63kg/m3 at 2% LGF and 1.70 kg/m3 at 4% LGF versus 1.54kg/m3 and 1.61kg/m3 for the untreated soil for both samples, respectively. For the CBR, it increases to 62% at 4% LGF and 72% at 6% LGF, while the UCS value after curing for 24 hours increases by 30.60% and 40.63% for samples A and B, respectively.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Building A Greener Future: Transforming Industrial Waste Into Sustainable Materials]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[The construction sector significantly contributes to global carbon emissions, largely due to the widespread use of Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC). This study investigates fly ash, ground granulated blast furnace slag (GGBFS), and calcium carbide residue (CCR) as sustainable precursors for one-part alkali-activated binders. Paste and mortar specimens were prepared using a single activator comprising 4% sodium hydroxide by precursor weight, with CCR incorporated as both an additive and partial replacement at dosages of 0-10%. The results show that a CCR content of 2.5% yields an optimal mechanical performance in GGBFS-based and fly ash–GGBFS blended systems. The effects of ambient and heat curing at 60 °C on geopolymerization and strength development were evaluated. Microstructural analyses using SEM and XRD confirmed the formation of C-S-H and C-A-S-H gels, which supports the strength trends observed. Overall, the study demonstrates that CCR can serve as an effective, low-cost auxiliary activator, which enables the development of sustainable and low-carbon construction materials while offering environmental, social, and economic benefits.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Possible Approaches of Numerical Modelling of Seepage Anomalies and Cut-Off Wall Solutions for Earthfill Dams]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Seepage is a frequent cause of dam safety problems and often leads to internal erosion or suffusion. A case study of a small earthfill dam in Slovakia, i.e., the Lozorno Dam, has exhibited anomalies in the development of seepage since its commissioning. This has been manifested by increased water levels in its observation boreholes and the occurrence of fine sand deposits in its relief wells. The objective of this study was to analyze the causes of these anomalies and propose effective remedial measures. The field monitoring data, including the groundwater levels and seepage flows, were evaluated and complemented by numerical modeling. The models were calibrated against long-term measurements in key observation profiles and subsequently applied to assess different remediation scenarios. The results demonstrated that local permeable sandy soils on the left valley slope are the primary source of the anomalous seepage. Parametric studies showed that the construction of a cut-off wall (COW) significantly reduces groundwater levels, seepage, and hydraulic gradients below critical limits. The findings provide practical recommendations for the remediation of earthfill dams in similar geological settings and highlight the importance of integrating monitoring and modeling in dam safety management.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Innovative Slab-Column Connector for a Point-Supported Cross-Laminated Timber Slabs in Tall Buildings – A Numerical Analysis]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[This study investigates an innovative slab–column connector designed to enhance the structural performance of point-supported cross-laminated timber (CLT) slabs. The proposed connection increases the supported area and pushes the critical circumference further from the column, thereby improving the punching shear capacity. A numerical analysis was conducted to compare the performance of unreinforced and reinforced slabs. The results indicate that the reinforced slab exhibits a punching capacity increase by a factor of 1.63, which shifts the failure mode from rolling shear failure in the unreinforced slab to bending tensile failure in the outer lamellae. The bonded-in steel connector functions as a wider point support and significantly increases the bending stiffness and the critical circumference for the validation of the punching shear. While adhesive failure was mitigated through design modifications, the numerical models were constrained by the assumption of linear elasticity, which limited the representation of the stress redistribution and cracking effects in the CLT.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Nonlinear Analysis of a Prestressed Beam Subjected to Shear Stress]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Nonlinear finite element modelling is a standard tool for the extension of experimental research programs in the field of the design of concrete load-bearing structures. It allows for the expansion of the database of results obtained by a demanding experimental test in order to monitor quantities that could not be recorded during experiments and thus to formulate further conclusions from the research. The paper deals with an analysis of the shear stress of prestressed concrete beams with shear reinforcement. It is focused on investigating the effect of the magnitude of the axial force on the shear resistance. A beam with a height of 0.6 m and an I-shaped cross-section was analysed. A prestressed beam is used as a typical load-bearing element for the construction of road bridges. Two types of models were used: one considered the reinforcement as a discrete element and the second as a model with a smeared reinforcement. The modelling results confirmed only a small effect of the axial force on the increase in shear resistance.]]></description>
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