4005. Civil engineering


Title4005. Civil engineering
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VHM failure envelopes of spudcan foundations buried in natural clay: FELA and FPA-CatBoost optimization algorithms
Tran, Duy Tan, Shiau, Jim, Keawsawasvong, Suraparb and Jamsawang, Pitthaya. 2025. "VHM failure envelopes of spudcan foundations buried in natural clay: FELA and FPA-CatBoost optimization algorithms ." Ocean Engineering. 325. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.oceaneng.2025.120779

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Probabilistic assessment of passive earth pressures considering spatial variability of soil parameters and design factors
Shiau, Jim, Nguyen, Tan, Pham-Tran-Hung, Thinh and Sugawara, Jun. 2025. "Probabilistic assessment of passive earth pressures considering spatial variability of soil parameters and design factors ." Scientific Reports. 15. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-025-87989-3

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Stochastic Analysis of Safety Factors for Buried Box Pipelines in Spatially Random Clay
Kounlavong, Khamnoy, Shiau, Jim, Sangjinda, Kongtawan, Keawsawasvong, Suraparb, Jamsawang, Pitthaya and Chansavang, Bounhome. 2025. "Stochastic Analysis of Safety Factors for Buried Box Pipelines in Spatially Random Clay." Geotechnical and Geological Engineering: an international journal. 43. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10706-025-03083-5

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Sustainable mortar with waste glass fine aggregates and pond ash as an alkali-silica reaction suppressor
Fernando, W.C.V., Lokuge, W., Wang, H., Gunasekara, C. and Dhasindrakrishna, K.. 2025. "Sustainable mortar with waste glass fine aggregates and pond ash as an alkali-silica reaction suppressor." Case Studies in Construction Materials. 22. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cscm.2025.e04269

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A novel closed-form solution for circular tunnels in cohesive-frictional soils using isogeometric analysis, upper bound limit analysis, and soft computing
Nguyen-Minh, Toan, Bui-Ngoc, Tram, Shiau, Jim, Nguyen, Tan and Nguyen-Thoi, Trung. 2025. "A novel closed-form solution for circular tunnels in cohesive-frictional soils using isogeometric analysis, upper bound limit analysis, and soft computing ." Computers and Geotechnics. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compgeo.2025.107104

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The walkable environment: a systematic review through the lens of Space Syntax as an integrated approach
Mehrinejad Khotbehsara, Elham, Yu, Rongrong, Somasundaraswaran, Kathirgamalingam, Askarizad, Reza and Kolbe-Alexander, Tracy. 2025. "The walkable environment: a systematic review through the lens of Space Syntax as an integrated approach." Smart and Sustainable Built Environment. https://doi.org/10.1108/SASBE-02-2024-0049

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Consequence and interaction of foaming agent components on soil conditioning of gravel-clay strata for EPB shield tunnelling
Jin, Guixiao, Lu, Yao, Shiau, Jim S., Huang, Ming, Lai, Fengwen and Feng, Mengmeng. 2025. "Consequence and interaction of foaming agent components on soil conditioning of gravel-clay strata for EPB shield tunnelling." Tunnelling and Underground Space Technology. 157. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tust.2025.106364

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Developing failure envelopes of strip anchors under combined V-H-M loadings using FELA and ADABoost models
Tran, Duy Tan, Shiau, Jim, Keawsawasvong, Suraparb and Jamsawang, Pitthaya. 2025. "Developing failure envelopes of strip anchors under combined V-H-M loadings using FELA and ADABoost models ." Ocean Engineering. 320. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.oceaneng.2025.120305

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Performance of Cable Bolts in Small- and Large-Scale Laboratory Pullout Tests
Rastegarmanesh, Ashkan, Mirzaghorbanali, Ali, McDougall, Kevin, Aziz, Naj, Anzanpour, Sina and Nourizadeh, Hadi. 2025. "Performance of Cable Bolts in Small- and Large-Scale Laboratory Pullout Tests." Geotechnical and Geological Engineering: an international journal. 43 (67). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10706-024-03019-5

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Stability of a rectangular trapdoor in three dimensions: A Gene expression programming method
Domphoeun, Rithy, Shiau, Jim, Keawsawasvong, Suraparb and Jamsawang, Pitthaya. 2025. "Stability of a rectangular trapdoor in three dimensions: A Gene expression programming method ." Tunnelling and Underground Space Technology. 157. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tust.2024.106356

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Stability of rectangular tunnels in cohesive-frictional soil under surcharge loading using isogeometric analysis and Bayesian neural networks
Nguyen, Minh-Toan, Bui, Tram-Ngoc, Shiau, Jim, Nguyen, Tan and Nguyen, Thoi-Trung. 2025. "Stability of rectangular tunnels in cohesive-frictional soil under surcharge loading using isogeometric analysis and Bayesian neural networks ." Advances in Engineering Software. 201. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.advengsoft.2024.103861

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Biochar in cementitious composites: A comprehensive review of properties, compatibility, and prospect of use in sustainable geopolymer concrete
Tayyab, Seemab, Ferdous, Wahid, Lokuge, Weena, Siddique, Rafat and Manalo, Allan. 2025. "Biochar in cementitious composites: A comprehensive review of properties, compatibility, and prospect of use in sustainable geopolymer concrete." Resources, Conservation and Recycling Advances. 25. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rcradv.2024.200242

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Vertical kinematic response of monopiles subjected to vertically propagating seismic P-waves
Zheng, Changjie, Yang, Jingquan, Shiau, Jim and Huang, Ming. 2025. "Vertical kinematic response of monopiles subjected to vertically propagating seismic P-waves ." Ocean Engineering. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.oceaneng.2024.120158

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Analytical solution for vertical dynamic response of single floating pipe piles
Zheng, Changjie, Mao, Shanghua, Shiau, Jim, Wang, Gang and Ding, Xuanming. 2025. "Analytical solution for vertical dynamic response of single floating pipe piles ." Computers and Geotechnics. 179. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compgeo.2024.106979

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Optimization of ANN using metaheuristic algorithms for predicting failure envelope of ring foundations on anisotropic clay
Tran, Duy Tan, Shiau, Jim, Kumar, Divesh Ranjan, Lai, Van Qui and Keawsawasvong, Suraparb. 2025. "Optimization of ANN using metaheuristic algorithms for predicting failure envelope of ring foundations on anisotropic clay." Applied Ocean Research. 154. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apor.2024.104375

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A Supervised Machine Learning Approach for Structural Overload Classification in Railway Bridges using Weigh-in-Motion Data
Le, N.T., Keenan, M., Nguyen, A., Ghazvineh, S., Yu, Y., Li, J. and Manalo, A.. 2025. "A Supervised Machine Learning Approach for Structural Overload Classification in Railway Bridges using Weigh-in-Motion Data." Structures. 71. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.istruc.2024.108005

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Stability of conical foundations on anisotropic clay: A comprehensive three-dimensional study on V-H-M failure envelopes
Tran, Duy Tan, Shiau, Jim, Lai, Van Qui and Keawsawasvong, Suraparb. 2025. "Stability of conical foundations on anisotropic clay: A comprehensive three-dimensional study on V-H-M failure envelopes ." Computers and Geotechnics. 177 (Part B). https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compgeo.2024.106906

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A numerical study of deep excavations adjacent to existing tunnels: Integrating CPTU and SDMT to calibrate soil constitutive model
Lai, Fengwen, Tschuchnigg, Franz, Schweiger, Helmut, Liu, Songyu, Shiau, Jim S. and Cai, Guojun. 2025. "A numerical study of deep excavations adjacent to existing tunnels: Integrating CPTU and SDMT to calibrate soil constitutive model." Canadian Geotechnical Journal. 62. https://doi.org/10.1139/cgj-2024-0203

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Exploring the axial performance of protective sheathed rock bolts through large-scale testing
Nourizadeh, Hadi, Mirzaghorbanali, Ali, McDougall, Kevin and Aziz, Naj. 2025. "Exploring the axial performance of protective sheathed rock bolts through large-scale testing." Tunnelling and Underground Space Technology. 155 (1). https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tust.2024.106157

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An Integrated Decision Support Framework for Monitoring and Management of Surface Water Quality Influenced by Climate Change
Farzana, Syeda Zehan. 2024. An Integrated Decision Support Framework for Monitoring and Management of Surface Water Quality Influenced by Climate Change. PhD by Publication Doctor of Philosophy. University of Southern Queensland. https://doi.org/10.26192/zwv94

PhD by Publication

Static behaviour of high-volume landfill waste filled composite railway sleepers
Al Mamun, Md Abdullah. 2024. Static behaviour of high-volume landfill waste filled composite railway sleepers. Masters Thesis Master of Research . University of Southern Queensland. https://doi.org/10.26192/zwv7z

Masters Thesis

Investigating Key Project Success Factors: Leadership Practices and Communication in the Australian Construction Sector
Rehan, Ashok Kumar. 2024. Investigating Key Project Success Factors: Leadership Practices and Communication in the Australian Construction Sector. PhD Thesis Doctor of Philosophy. University of Southern Queensland. https://doi.org/10.26192/zwq62

PhD Thesis

Torsional behavior of GFRP-RC pontoon decks with an edge cutout and diagonal reinforcements
Yang, Xian, Manalo, Allan, Alajarmeh, Omar, Benmokrane, Brahim, Gharineiat, Zahra, Ebrahimzadeh, Shahrad, Sorbello, Charles-Dean and Weerakoon, Senarath. 2024. "Torsional behavior of GFRP-RC pontoon decks with an edge cutout and diagonal reinforcements." Structures. 69. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.istruc.2024.107438

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Formulation and characterization of one-part Ca-based alkali-activated slag-steel slag materials
Wu, Wenhao, Li, Yujiao Li, Du, Xiaotong, Zhao, Hanlin, Kong, Jiafeng, Wang, Liang, Chen, Mingxu and Quan, Hongzhu. 2024. "Formulation and characterization of one-part Ca-based alkali-activated slag-steel slag materials." Construction and Building Materials. 449. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2024.138432

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Investigation of Debonding Effect in Internal Replacement Pipe System Under Lateral Loading
Tien, Tri C. M., Manalo, Allan, Dixon, Patrick, Karunasena, Warna, Ahmadi, Hamid, Kiriella, Shanika, Salah, Ahmad and Wham, Brad P.. 2024. "Investigation of Debonding Effect in Internal Replacement Pipe System Under Lateral Loading." Applied Sciences. 14 (22). https://doi.org/10.3390/app142210509

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Effect of internal pressure on the flexural fatigue behaviour of trenchless internal replacement pipe systems
Manalo, Allan, Kiriella, Shanika, Tien, Cam Minh Tri, Ahmadi, Hamid, Karunasena, Warna, Dixon, Patrick G., Salah, Ahmad and Wham, Brad P.. 2024. "Effect of internal pressure on the flexural fatigue behaviour of trenchless internal replacement pipe systems." Tunnelling and Underground Space Technology. 154. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tust.2024.106111

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Shear behaviour of the post-tensioned segmental precast concrete pontoon deck with the GFRP rods
Manalo, Allan, Ebrahimzadeh, Shahrad, Alajarmeh, Omar, Sorbello, Charles Dean, Weerakoon, Senarath, Hassanli, Reza and Benmokrane, Brahim. 2024. "Shear behaviour of the post-tensioned segmental precast concrete pontoon deck with the GFRP rods." Structures. 70. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.istruc.2024.107798

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Waste-based panels with cement grout as an infill material for composite railway sleepers
Manalo, Allan, Abdullah, Mamun, Ferdous, Wahid, Banerjee, Sourish and Mohammed, Ali. 2024. "Waste-based panels with cement grout as an infill material for composite railway sleepers." Results in Engineering. 24. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rineng.2024.102924

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Microstructural analysis of geopolymer pastes contaminated with crude oil: Impact on efflorescence, physical properties, and mechanical performance
Aljuaydi, Fahad, Abousnina, Rajab, Siddique, Rafat, Alajarmeh, Omar and Alajmi, Abdalrahman. 2024. "Microstructural analysis of geopolymer pastes contaminated with crude oil: Impact on efflorescence, physical properties, and mechanical performance." Construction and Building Materials. 452. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2024.138965

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Structural behaviour of small GFRP-reinforced seawater sea-sand fiber reinforced concrete culverts
Mashayekhi, Amirhesam, Hassanli, Reza, Zhuge, Yan, Ma, Xing, Chow, Christopher W.K., Bazli, Milad and Manalo, Allan. 2024. "Structural behaviour of small GFRP-reinforced seawater sea-sand fiber reinforced concrete culverts." Structures. 69. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.istruc.2024.107492

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Cyclic flexural performance of seawater sea-sand concrete reinforced with hybrid fibers
Mashayekhi, Amirhesam, Hassanli, Reza, Zhuge, Yan, Ma, Xing, Chow, Christopher W.K., Bazli, Milad and Manalo, Allan. 2024. "Cyclic flexural performance of seawater sea-sand concrete reinforced with hybrid fibers." Construction and Building Materials. 449. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2024.138480

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Development of sustainable building technologies from out-of-grade timber
Cherry, Rebecca. 2024. Development of sustainable building technologies from out-of-grade timber. PhD by Publication Doctor of Philosophy. University of Southern Queensland. https://doi.org/10.26192/zqyq4

PhD by Publication

Impact Loading of Tendon Reinforcement Systems Used for Ground Control: A Critical Literature Review
Mottahedi, Adel, Aziz, Naj, Remennikov, A;ex, Mirzaghorbanali, Ali and Marston, Kevin. 2024. "Impact Loading of Tendon Reinforcement Systems Used for Ground Control: A Critical Literature Review." Archive of Mining Science. 69 (4), pp. 711-743. https://doi.org/10.24425/ams.2024.1525

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Optimizing flexural strength of RC beams with recycled aggregates and CFRP using machine learning models
Nguyen, Thanh-Hung, Vuong, Hoang-Thach, Shiau, Jim, Nguyen-Thoi, Trung, Nguyen, Dinh-Hung and Nguyen, Tan. 2024. "Optimizing flexural strength of RC beams with recycled aggregates and CFRP using machine learning models ." Scientific Reports. 14. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-024-79287-1

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Examining the Impact of Fly Ash in Glass Fine Aggregate Mortar
Fernando, W. C. V, Lokuge, W., Wang, H. and Gunasekara, C.. 2024. "Examining the Impact of Fly Ash in Glass Fine Aggregate Mortar." 3R International Scientific Conference on Material Cycles and Waste Management (3RINCs 2024). Sydney, Australia 15 - 17 Mar 2024 Australia.

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Enhancing Fly Ash-Based Geopolymer Concrete Performance through Machine Learning: A Predictive Model for Compressive Strength and Workability Optimization.
Rathnayaka, Madushan, Wijesundara, Kushan, Gunasekara, Chamila, Law, David W, Karunasinghe, Dulakshi and Lokuge, Weena. 2024. "Enhancing Fly Ash-Based Geopolymer Concrete Performance through Machine Learning: A Predictive Model for Compressive Strength and Workability Optimization." 3R International Scientific Conference on Material Cycles and Waste Management (3RINCs 2024). Sydney, Australia 15 - 17 Mar 2024 Australia.

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Failure envelopes of embedded foundations under V-H-M loadings in anisotropic clays using optimised ANFIS algorithms
Tran, Duy Tan, Shiau, Jim, Keawsawasvong, Suraparb and Jamsawang, Pitthaya. 2024. "Failure envelopes of embedded foundations under V-H-M loadings in anisotropic clays using optimised ANFIS algorithms." Marine Georesources and Geotechnology. https://doi.org/10.1080/1064119X.2024.2440553

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Optimising Concrete Crack Detection: A Study of Transfer Learning with Application on Nvidia Jetson Nano
Nguyen, C. Long, Nguyen, Andy, Brown, Jason, Byrne, Terry, Ngo, Binh Thanh and Luong, Chieu Xuan. 2024. "Optimising Concrete Crack Detection: A Study of Transfer Learning with Application on Nvidia Jetson Nano ." Sensors. 24 (23). https://doi.org/10.3390/s24237818

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Understanding the hydraulic impact of hydrologic uncertainty in the urban Gowrie Creek catchment
Brown, Iain. 2024. Understanding the hydraulic impact of hydrologic uncertainty in the urban Gowrie Creek catchment. PhD by Publication Doctor of Philosophy. University of Southern Queensland. https://doi.org/10.26192/zqv3x

PhD by Publication

Damage Identification in Large-scale Bridge Girders Using Output-only Modal Flexibility-based Deflections and Span-similar Virtual Beam Models
Le, N. T., Nguyen, A., Chan, T. H. T. and Thambiratnam, D. P.. 2024. "Damage Identification in Large-scale Bridge Girders Using Output-only Modal Flexibility-based Deflections and Span-similar Virtual Beam Models." Structural Control and Health Monitoring. 2024. https://doi.org/10.1155/2024/4087831

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