Search results for: structure of construction
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Digitalization of Building Site Management in the Construction Industry
PublicationWith Industry 4.0, a digital transformation has started in the construction industry. However, 4.0 technologies have difficulties in the integration of digital systems due to the diversity and complexity of the processes in the construction industry. Multidisciplinary work in architectural projects and the need for high productivity require digital renovation planning in the construction industry. The application of the technologies...
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Janusz Kozak prof. dr hab. inż.
PeopleJanusz KOZAK Born 04.07.1953 Puck, Poland Intermediate school” Technikum Budowy Okrętów „Conradinum” Gdansk, 1973. Graduated on Faculty of Shipbuilding of Gdańsk University of Technology, Poland, 1978. Employed: From 1978 - Gdynia Shipyard 1978 as designer, from 1980 as a specialist in Chair of Technology in Faculty of Shipbuilding of Gdańsk University of Technology, 1993 as assistant, PhD (1993), “Method for assessment...
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Module architecture as alternative approach to traditional construction processes
PublicationModule architecture today is a special type of building construction process that combines repetitive design, low-cost production based on prefabricated elements and fast erection. Module does not mean the same as modular. In general, module architecture today refers to the design of any system composed of separate components, manufactured before in factory, that can be connected together at the building site much faster than normally....
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Problems of construction projects regarding historic road bridges
PublicationThe paper describe the comparison of different approaches to reconstruction and the problems in the selection of implementation for a historic bridge over the Vistula River in Tczew. A compromise reconstruction is shown, taking technical, historical and aesthetic aspects into account, as well as needs of the local community.
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WASTE INCINERATORS: CORROSION PROBLEMS AND CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS - A REVIEW
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A NEW WORK SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM IN CONSTRUCTION SITES
PublicationThe hazards on the list are assessed on two levels, namely as minor and serious, and the risk relating to work at the site at three levels: small, average and high, within the range from 1 to 10, where 1 is the lowest value meaning a small risk, and 10 the value meaning a high risk.
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Construction and purification of his6-Thermus thermophilus MutS protein
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The construction of bifunctional fusion proteins consisting of MutS and GFP
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Design and construction of an industrial robot controlled by the ROS environment
PublicationThis engineering thesis focuses on the recognition of modern budgetary solutions of roboticarms and on the design and implementation of one of them. Historical solutions are discussedusing the example of the IRB6 robot and the modern approach - the Omron Viper 850. Thepaper includes a description of the design thought of the different parts. Mechanical, electrical andsoftware aspects are presented. In...
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The optimal construction of fiber-optic Fabry-Perot interferometer
PublicationTematem artykułu jest optymalizacja sensorów światłowodowych, wykorzystujących interferometer Fabry-Perota, pracujących w modzie odbiciowym. Celem optymalizacji była maksymalizacja rozdzielczości i dokładności sensora. Autorzy przedstawili analizę teoretyczną oraz wyniki eksperymentalnej optymalizacji światłowodowego interferometru Fabry-Perota, zaprojektowanego i zrealizowanego w laboratorium KOiSE PG.
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The role and construction of educational agents in distance learning environments
PublicationArtykuł przedstawia definicję oraz klasyfikację agentów edukacyjnych. Wskazuje typowe cele i zadania agentów, a także omawia schemat ich budowy i funkcjonowania. Wskazano także różnorodność możliwości, jakie stwarzają różne rodzaje agentów w procesie nauczania. W artykule opisano także wytworzony w ramach badań prototyp agenta WAS, którego zadaniem jest wspomaganie uczniów w zakresie pracy z materiałami edukacyjnymi.
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Superstitions and customs in construction - a contribution to the discussion on the disappearance of this tradition
PublicationConstruction is one of the most important, but also the most extensive areas of the economy. That is why we encounter superstitions and customs related to this discipline of the economy quite often:we blew and repeat them, not even knowing what their origin is and what according to old beliefs resulted in their lack of application. This situation applies in practice to all buildings, including residential buildings implemented...
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The potential of raw sewage sludge in construction industry – A review
PublicationExcess sewage sludge produced in any municipal or industrial wastewater treatment plant becomes a serious problem due to its increasing amount. This increase is related to the improvement of treatment technologies, expansion of sewage systems and the development of new industrial plants. The implementation and development of new technologies related to the utilization of sewage sludge is currently based on treating it as a substrate....
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The influence of historical conditions on time and cost of construction project
PublicationConducting construction works in a building or in an area entered in the historic register is associated with the contracting authority's risk of incurring higher than planned costs of works, as well as delays in their implementation. In many cases, these deviations are completely independent of contracting authority and contractor. The aim of this article is to indicate the reasons for cost and time changes in the construction...
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Application of Game Theory to Conflict Management in a Construction Contract
PublicationInterest has recently grown in the application of game theory (GT) to solve a number of diverse problems in the field of construction. The use of GT by a general contractor (GC) of construction works to indicate the best strategy leading to winning court proceedings in a situation of conflict with investor (IN), has not been investigated until now. Thus the aim of this paper is to indicate the optimal strategy from the GC viewpoint...
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Incremental and Semi-Incremental Construction of Pseudo-Minimal Automata
PublicationPrzedstawione zostają modyfikacje trzech algorytmów przyrostowego i półprzyrostowego tworzenia automatów minimalnych w taki sposób, aby tworzyły automaty pseudominimalne. Istniejący od dawna algorytm Revuza tworzy takie automaty szybciej i zużywając mniej pamięci, ale wymaga kłopotliwego sortowania. Nie nadaje się też do dodawania nowych słów do automatu - ważnej czynności w realizacji dynamicznej doskonałej funkcji mieszającej....
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The construction of bifunctional fusion proteins consisting of MutS and GFP
PublicationSkonstruowano białka chimeryczne zawierające białko MutS z Thermus thermophilus i białko zielonej fluoresceiny GFP z Aequorea victoria, posiadające dla łatwiejszego oczyszczania domeny oligo-histydynowe na N- lub C-końcu. Fuzyjne białka rozpoznawały niekomplementarności w DNA podobnie do MutS T. thermophilus. Fluorescencyjne białka rozpoznające niekomplementarne DNA mogą być użyteczne w wykrywaniu jednonukleotydowych polimorfizmów...
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Incremental and pseudo-incremental construction of pseudo-minimal automata.
PublicationAutomaty pseudominimalne mają dla każdego słowa w języku automatu co najmniej jeden element własny (stan lub przejście), który nie jest współdzielony z żadnym innym słowem. Przedstawiamy przyrostowe i półprzyrostowe algorytmy tworzenia takich automatów.
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Construction and purification of his6-Thermus thermophilus MutS protein.
PublicationGen mutS z termofilnej bakterii Thermus thermophilus zamplifikowano przy użyciu PCR, sklonowano i przeprowadzono jego ekspresję w E. coli. Rekombinantowe białko MutS zawierające oligohistydynową domenę na N-końcu oczyszczono w jednoetapowej procedurze przy wykorzystaniu chromatografii powinowactwaNi(2+). Zdolność do rozpoznania niekomplementarności białka his(6)-MutS potwierdzono w eksperymentach ochrony DNA przed trawieniem...
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ANALYSIS OF THE INCREASE OF CONSTRUCTION COSTS IN URBAN REGENERATION PROJECTS
PublicationThe subject of this paper is the analysis and evaluation of the reasons for construction costs increases in urban regeneration projects. The analysis considers major refurbishments of real estates’, as well as heavy repair and modernization of the road system. For the period mentioned, the costs from works and expenditure schedules were compared with the costs of additional works, which shows the percentage cost increase in relation...
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Metal implants in ostheosynthesis - construction solutions, materials and applications
PublicationThe aim of the article is to present two case studies on intramedullary nails. The research included the evaluation of the type of fracture and the analysis of microstructure, chemical composition and hardness of the implant material.
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ROLE OF GREEN LOGISTICS IN THE CONSTRUCTION OF SUSTAINABLE SUPPLY CHAINS
PublicationThe global supply chain has been growing strongly in recent years. This development brings many benefits to the economy, society, and human resources in each country but also causes a large number of concerns related to the environment since traditional logistics activities in the supply chain have been releasing significant amount of emissions. For that reason, many solutions have been proposed to deal with these environmental...
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Design of thermal cutting table - welding technology and construction
PublicationW referacie przedstawiono pionierską pracę dyplomową stopnia inżynierskiego, wykonaną przez dwoje studentów Wydziału Mechanicznego Politechniki Gdańskiej zgodnie z systemem CDIO (Conceive, Design, Implement, Operate). W ramach pracy studenci zaprojektowali stół do cięcia termicznego metali (rysunki i obliczenia wytrzymałościowe metodą elementów skończonych), opracowali technologię spawania stołu oraz samodzielnie go wykonali. Stół...
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Application of the X-ray micro computed tomography to the analysis of the structure of polymeric materials
PublicationIn this paper the application of X-ray micro-computed tomography (micro-CT) as a non-destructive testing method of polymeric materials is presented. Increasing applicability of polymers in variedend-use industries such as automotive, building and construction, consumer goods, and packaging is propelling the growth of the global polymer processing market. However, controlling of the polymer structure is one of the most important...
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Experimental Tests Of Sandwich Beams In The Design Process Of GFRP Shell Footbridge Structure
PublicationThe paper includes selected aspects of the study to elaborate architectural, material and construction design of pedestrian footbridge spans made of composite materials. The considered footbridge is a sandwich-type shell structure. The cooperation of PET foam core with outer lining surfaces is crucial for its load bearing capacity. The paper is aimed to experimental investigation of sandwich beams subjected to bending loading....
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Arch footbridge over Warta river in Wronki - design and construction
PublicationThe paper presents the concept of dynamic redesign of lively footbridge. The goal was to reduce probable dynamic excitation and change detailed structural concept. After the complex study the new design was created. In effect completely new static and dynamic properties were reached. Static and dynamic assumptions are explainde. General information, photos and drawings are presented. The final price of the project amounted to 1.25...
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Geotechnical Aspects of Dike Construction Using Soil-Ash Composites
PublicationAn analysis of using of anthropogenic materials, mainly ashes from Coal Combustion Products (CCP), for dike construction is shown. Perspectives of anthropogenic materials application in geotechnical engineering and their advantages in sense of the carbon dioxide reduction are discussed. According to regulations of Kioto Protocol 2005 and EU agreement “Energy Roadmap 2050” recycled materials have higher usage priority than natural...
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Scheduling Repetitive Construction Processes Using the Learning-Forgetting Theory
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Managing Delays in Construction Projects Aiming at Cost Overrun Minimization
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The influence of electrocatalytic toxic gas sensor construction on its performance
PublicationW pracy przedstawiono porównanie właściwości elektrokatalitycznych czujników gazów przygotowanych na bazie różnych elektrolitów stałych oraz wykonanych w różnych technologiach.
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Construction of index generation unit using probabilistic data structures
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Construction of glucosamine-6-phosphate synthase with an internal hexahistydyl fragment
PublicationL-Glutamine: D-fructose-6-phosphate aminotransferase (EC 2.6.1.16), known also as glucosamine-6-phosphate (GlcN-6-P) syntase, catalyzes the first committed step in the amino sugar biosynthetic pathway in prokaryotic and eukaryotic organisms. The enzyme carries out a complex reaction involving ammonia transfer and sugar phosphate isomerization. GlcN-6-P syntase is an important point of metabolic control of amino sugar biosynthesis...
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Construction of pressure pipelines using the modern CC-GRP pipes
PublicationRury GRP mające szczególnie duży zakres średnic powszechnie akceptuje się do przepływów grawitacyjnych. Przedstawiono międzynarodowe doświadczenia ich zastosowania do przepływów ciśnieniowych w wodociągach i kanalizacji. Szczególne doświadczenia w zakresie zastosowania w robotach przy technologiach bezwykopowych.
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Practical aspects of risk management an example of the selected construction company
PublicationW artykule omawia się niektóre metody zarządzania ryzykiem stosowane przez wybraną firmę budowlaną.
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Construction of Public Roads at the Meeting Point of Different Legislation Systems
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Synthetic strategies in construction of organic macromolecular carrier–drug conjugates
PublicationMany metabolic inhibitors, considered potential antimicrobial or anticancer drug candidates, exhibit verylimited ability to cross the biological membranes of target cells. The restricted cellular penetration ofthose molecules is often due to their highhydrophilicity. One of the possible solutions to this problem is aconjugation of an inhibitor with a molecular organic nanocarrier. The conjugate thus formed should beable to penetrate...
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A Model for Risk Assessment and Management of Construction Projects in Urban Conditions
PublicationThe authors are seeking new methods for improving the efficiency of the investments associated with the maintenance and operation of existing civil engineering structures. It is demonstrated how the knowledge about the elements of construction and operation phases and their relationships, combined with monitoring data can be used for more effective management of the risks associated with civil engineering projects. The methodology...
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UAV Design and Construction for Real Time Photogrammetry and Visual Navigation
PublicationA unmanned aerial vehicles applications in photogrammetry have increased rapidly last years. A fast data gathering and processing in real time in some cases become crucial and desired in some application. In the paper, a real time solution is proposed. A real time photogrammetry from UAV is proposed, where image data are gathered and processed on board UAV and finally reconstructed 3D model and measurements are delivered. The paper...
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Influence of passive house technology on time and cost of construction investment
PublicationDue to the changes in the energy standards for housing in Poland there are many concerns. Is the standard required by the regulation achievable and if it is, then at what cost? There are many solutions to construct a building in line with the requirements of passive house technology. They are differentiated by price and time required for implementation. This study is based on the solution proposed by one of Polish companies, offering...
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THE USE OF GREEN LOGISTICS ELEMENTS DURING THE CONSTRUCTION OF OFFSHORE VESSELS
PublicationThe article is aimed at the presentation referring to the use of green logistics elements during the construction of the offshore vessels in the following aspects: collection, removal and utilisation of any waste that is harmful for natural environment, elimination of the negative impact that such waste can have on natural environment and the search for the optimal solutions as regards these aspects.
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Scour development in front of coastal structures at intermediate phases of construction
PublicationPublikacja poświęcona jest zagrożeniom budowli morskich spowodowanych powstawaniem form erozyjnych na dnie morskim w sąsiedztwie konstrukcji. Pomiary i obserwacje wykonane w warunkch naturalnych porównane zostały z istniejącymi zaleceniami i wytycznymi do projektowania. Przedstawiono sytuacje, w których zagrożenie rzeczywiste osiągnęło poziom wyższy od zakładanego w fazie projektowej. Przedstawiono również przypuszczalne mechanizmy...
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Efficient implementation of the Cauchy method for automated CAD-model construction.
PublicationW artykule przedstawiona została efektywna metoda konstrukcji wieloparametrycznych modeli układów mikrofalowych na podstawie wyników symulacji pełnofalowej. Algorytm wykorzystuje metodę najmniejszych kwadratów (TLS) do rozwiązania problemu interpolacyjnego i automatycznie dobiera rząd modelu.Przydatność i dokładność metody jest pokazana na przykładzie projektowania filtru z wykorzystaniem modeli trzech i pięciu zmiennych.
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Safeguarding of the intangible heritage during the construction ''re-type'' projects.
Publication''Twarde'' i ''miękkie'' projektowanie w budownictwie. Nowe elementy koncepcyjne w projektowaniu budowlanym służące ochronie i zachowaniu kulturowego dziedzictwa materialnego i niematerialnego. Klasyfikacja przedsięwzięć inwestycyjnych wobec istniejącej substancji budowlanej. Działania służące zachowaniu wartości niematerialnych.
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Extension of selected ADFA construction algorithms to the case of cyclic automata.
PublicationW niedawnym artykule Rafael Carrasco i Mikel Forcada przedstawiają przyrostowy algorytm dodawania słów do minimalnego, acyklicznego automatu skończonego. Ten algorytm jest uogólnieniem przyrostowego algorytmu tworzenia acyklicznych deterministycznych automatów skończonych (ADFAs). Przedstawiamy podobne uogólnienia dwóch innych algorytmów tworzenia ADFAs. Chociaż te ougólnienia zostały już opublikowane w maju i czerwcu 2004 r.,...
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System of monitoring of the Forest Opera in Sopot structure and roofing
PublicationThe authors present a solution realized in Forest Opera (name in Polish: Opera Leśna) in Sopot (Poland) in connection with the modernization and construction of a new roof. The complicated structure of the roof of the facility and the used covering in form of membrane made of technical fabric required (for security reasons) to install the unit of devices allowing for the continuous geodetic monitoring of the facility. Monitoring...
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Dynamic analysis of lightweight structure of the Viaduct Millau in France subjected to the wind fluctuations described by Karman’s and Davenport’s spectrum
PublicationThe article presents numerical simulations for wind impact modelling on the Millau Viaduct structure in France performed with two independent spectrum generation methods. The viaduct's construction in affected by strong forces, as it is situated in the Tarn river's valley. Thus, the loading coming from the wind cannot be modelled, the way it is in case of simple structures as static loading, but as a loading in a form of a spectrum...
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Application of twin-plane ECT sensor for identification of the internal imperfections inside concrete beams
PublicationThe main purpose of this paper is to investigate application of special construction of Electrical Capacitance Tomography (ECT) sensor to concrete beams internal homogeneity tests. Identification of internal imperfection inside the concrete beams is one of the main problems related to analysis of the construction structure bearing capacity. Therefore, this paper shows attempts to study the measurement prospects for this non-invasive,...
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Construction and investigation of SO2 amperometric sensor with a solid polymer electrolyte membrane
Publicationn this paper a sensor for detection of the sulphur dioxide based on three electrode cell configuration with a liquid electrolyte, a mercury sulphate reference electrode and a solid polymer electrolyte working electrode is presented. Working elec- trode was obtained by using Takenaka-Torikai chemical deposi- tion method by precipitation of Au particles into the pores of the Nafion membrane. Sensors characteristics measurements were...
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Lightweight glass and metal roof structures in the 19th century. Architecture and construction.
PublicationThe 19th century brought new construction possibilities. The usage of metal elements in mesh structures, filled in with glass, resulted in creating entirely new types of objects. They have distinguished themselves in architecture and technical solutions. The envelope structures giving spatial interiors were arising very quickly. They have been enabling large light penetration, triggering them extremely bright. Thus these building...
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Application of foam made of post-consumer pet materials for the construction of footbridges
PublicationThe article presents the possibility of application in civil engineering of highly ecological PET foam, manufactured from 100% recycled plastic packaging. It may find uses in construction of numerous engineering structures, such as pedestrian and cycle footbridges. Properly processed waste from post-consumer PET packaging may constitute a quality structural core for use in multilayered composite materials, commonly referred to...