Schedule Of Conference Sessions



Thursday, January 25, 2001

Session 1 - Breakout 1: Koa Room, 9:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Ethics and Education

Moderator: Brian Eksteen

Ethics in Engineering Today
J. Belis & R. Van Impe

Ethics - Essential Quality of the Civil Engineering Profession
C. Cywinski

Mentorship: An Empowerment Tool for Emerging Contractors in a Developing Country
A.C. Hauptfleisch

Development and Delivery of an Engineering Project Management Course for Indonesian Nationals
W.A. Young, C.F. Duffield & B. Trigunarsyah

Generic and Specific IT Training: Capability Alignment Using Process Protocol
J.S. Goulding & M. Alshawi

Use of Mathcad as Teaching and Learning Tool for Project Scheduling
A.B. Senouci


Session 1 - Breakout 2: Kamani Room, 9:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Housing and Architecture

Moderator: Mumtaz Usmen

Prefabricated Housing in Developing Countries: India
E. Koehn & M. Soni

Study on the Housing Business Operation by Consumers' Life Cooperative Association in Japan
K. Ohnishi

Product Orientation in Housing Construction - More Competitive Edge with Innovative Products and Methods
J.T. Pekkanen & P.S. Pernu

Architectural Design of Structural Masonry Buildings
S.L. Machado & H.R. Roman

An Educational Computer Design Tool for the Passive Thermal Design of Housing
I.L. Steenkamp & A.C. Malherbe

Ecological and Quality Oriented Planning and Building
V. Premzl


Session 1 - Breakout 3: Kukui Room, 9:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Cost Systems - I

Moderator: Makarand Hastak

The Effect of a New Prompt-Pay Measure on the Contractor's Cash Flow
A. Touran & I. Bhurisith

Cost Saving Using Principles of Value Engineering in the Construction Industry
N. Bokaie, M.F. Samara & C.S. Putcha

Decision Analysis of Competitive Bidding in Construction
H.P. Lo & M.L. Lam

An Investigation of Industry Practices on Change Order Markup Allowances
A.R. Fayek & M.Y. Nkuah

Why Do Fabricators Lose Money on Tubular Trusses?
R.H. Keays


Session 1 - Breakout 4: Manoa Room, 9:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Structural Analysis by Special Methods

Moderator: In-Won Lee

A Second-Order Fourth-Moment Reliability Index
Y.G. Zhao & T. Ono

Limit Analysis of Reinforced Concrete Columns by the Yield Line Theory
S. Uehara, K. Sakino & F. Esaki

Limit Analysis of Conical-Shaped Steel Water Tanks Based on Linear Programming
Z. Shi & M. Nakano

Dynamic Optimization of the Container Crane Structure
D. Dinevski, M. Oblak & I. Gubensek

Stability Analysis of Continuous Compression Members by Beam Analogy Method
S.G. Lee, S.C. Kim & K.I. Lee

Progressive Collapse of Concrete Frames Using the Particle Flow Code
M.A. Davila-Sanhdars & Y. Zhuge


Session 1 - Breakout 5: Nuuanu Room, 9:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Concrete Shear

Moderator: Braj Sinha

Research of Shear-lag Effect in Curved Box Girder with Variation Calculus
D. Peng & H. Yan

Failure Mechanism in I-Beam Subjected to Transverse Bending
S. Nakano & E. Kishimoto

Ductility Versus Shear Strength of Partially Prestressed Concrete Bridge Piers
W.A. Zatar & H. Mutsuyoshi

Cyclic Loading Test of Wall Type Piers with Several Configuration Types of Shear Reinforcement
T. Watanabe, T. Fujiwara, T. Tsuyoshi & T. Ishibashi

Anchor Effectiveness of Inclined Meshes as Concrete Web Reinforcement
F.J. Orozco & W.C. McCarthy


Session 1 - Breakout 6: Makiki Room, 9:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Concrete Mixes

Moderator: S. Yazdani

Effectiveness of Admixtures on the Reduction of Drying Shrinkage of Concrete
C. Videla & C. Aguilar

Performance of High Alumina Concrete in Sulfate Environment
A.B.M. Diah, N.A. Zakaria, N.M. Adlan, M.I.A. Pitchay & K.B. Kamarulzaman

Void in Coarse Aggregates: An Aspect Overlooked in the ACI Method of Concrete Mix Design
Z. Wadud, A.F.M.S. Amin & S. Ahmad

High Performance Grouts for Durable Post-Tensioning
A.J. Schokker, J.E. Breen & J.E. Kreger

Conductive Concrete for Bridge Deck Deicing and Anti-icing
S.A. Yehia & C.Y. Tuan

Effect of Loading Rates on the Compressive Strength of High Strength Concrete
W. Onggara & I. Patnaikuni

Session 2 - Breakout 1: Koa Room, 10:50 a.m. - 12:20 pm
Constructability and Design-Construction

Moderator: John Christian

Constructability Issues in Indonesian Construction
B. Trigunarsyah & D.M. Young

Barriers to the Implementation of Constructability in Project Procurement
T. Ma, P.T.I. Lam & A. Chan

Integrating Services Design to Simplify the Use of Manufacturing
M.J. Mawdesley, A. Brankovic, G. Long & G. Connolly

Integrated Design, Production and Safety in Reinforced Concrete Structures: Operating Tools and Real Experiences
A. Gottfried & B.M. Marino

Avoiding Structural Design Failures as a Contractor's Engineer
D.A. Cuoco

Design and Construction of the Intensively Rammed Composite Foundation (IRCF)
Z.Q. Xie, Q.M. Zhang & M.D. Li


Session 2 - Breakout 2: Kamani Room, 10:50 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.
Safety and Quality

Moderator: Enno Koehn

Education of Design Professionals on Construction Safety
M.A. Usmen, S. Baradan & T. Dikec

Performance Based Safety is the Motivation for the Future
R. Coble, T.C. Haupt

Safety Deficiency During Construction and their Effects on Life Span of Buildings
J.A. Igba, X.L. Liu & D.P Fang

XML Based Database System for Accidental Cases in Construction of Prestressed Concrete Bridges
M. Hirokane, A. Miyamoto, H. Konishi & Y. Fujioka

Quality Management Tools vs. ISO 9000 in the Construction Industry
S. Saha, M. Glading & R.R. Wakefield

Recent Technological Systems and Safety in Cultural Heritage Building Restoration
R.G. Lagana

Session 2 - Breakout 3: Kukui Room, 10:50 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.
Cost Systems - II

Moderator: Alan Russell

A Fuzzy Logic Decision-Support System for Competitive Tendering
M. Wanous, A.H. Boussabaine & J. Lewis

A Cost Model for Predicting Earthquake Damage
A. Touran, U. Kadakal & N. Kishi

Modeling of Construction Cost Estimating for Shared AEC Models
T.M. Froese & K.Q. Yu

The Necessity for Accuracy in Building Investigations: A Case Study
E.C. Stovner, G.G. Thater, E.E. Velivasakis & J.M. Coil

A New Project Cost Forecasting Model in China
G. Wang


Session 2 - Breakout 4: Manoa Room, 10:50 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.
Structural Dynamics

Moderator: Takashi Hara

Hydroelastic Vibration of Multiple Circular Plates Coupled with Fluid
K.H. Jeong, G.M. Lee, K.B. Park & M.J. Jhung

Seismic Behavior Analysis of a Bridge Considering Abutment-Soil Interaction
S.H. Kim, S.W. Lee, J.H. Won, H.S. Mha & K.H. Kyung

Structural Behaviour of Railway Track Subject to Transient Loading
D.M. Lilley

Semi-Active Tuned Vibration Absorbers for Vibration Control of Force and Base Excited Structures
M. Setareh

Estimation of Structural Dynamic Responses from Partial Measurements
K.T. Yang & H.S. Kim


Session 2 - Breakout 5: Nuuanu Room, 10:50 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.
Structural Behavior of Bridges

Moderator: Richard White

Improved Capacity Determination of Historic Steel Truss Bridges
C.M. Bowen & M.D. Engelhardt

Bridges Emerging from the Structural Cooperation between Straight and Curved Superstructures
F. Biondini, F. Bontempi & P. G. Malerba

Stability of Composite Bridge Girders
H.R. Ronagh & M.A. Bradford

Micromechanics of Fatigue Failure in Steel Bridges
K.M. Mahmoud

The Effects of Fabrication and Construction on Curved Bridge Behavior
D.G. Linzell

Search for Fundamental Patterns in Bridge Structural Design
A. Baseggio, M. Gambini F. Biondini, F. Bontempi & P.G. Malerba

Session 2 - Breakout 6: Makiki Room, 10:50 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.
Material Enhancement

Moderator: Mark Bradford

Strengthening of RC Beams with CFRP Sheets or Fabric
P. Alagusundaramoorthy, I.E. Harik, S. Morton & R. Thompson

Service Life of Bridge Decks Constructed with Epoxy Coated Rebars
F.S. Fanous & H.C. Wu

Repair of Cracked Steel Girder Using CFRP Sheet
M. Tavakkolizadeh & H. Saadatmanesh

Failure Behavior of RC T-Beams Retrofitted with Carbon FRP Sheets
A. Saber

Using Fibre Reinforced Plastic (FRP) Reinforcing Bars in RC Beams and Slabs
M.A. Davila-Sanhdars

Shear Behavior of RC-beam Strengthened with CFRP Grid
A. Yonekura, Y. Kawauchi, S. Okada, M. Suzuki & K. Zaitsu


Session 3 - Breakout 1: Koa Room, 2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Construction Methods

Moderator: Amr Oloufa

Modeling Construction Strategies for Large Concrete Highrise Projects
A. Udaipurwala & A.D. Russell

Wharf Embankment and Strengthening Program at Port of Oakland
F. Lobedan

Microtunnel - Recouping from Pitfalls
H. Hessing

The Leakage-Proof Way of Concrete
M.C. Chen, Y.L. Zhan & W.C. Shih

Differences Between Steel vs. Concrete Bridge and Transitway Construction Management
K.H. Dunne

A Review on Common Technology Employed for the Construction of Buildings in Hong Kong
R.W.M. Wong


Session 3 - Breakout 2: Kamani Room, 2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Performance Improvement

Moderator: Chimay Anumba

A Framework for Evaluating Design Project Performance
A.R. Fayek & Z. Sun

Determinants of Construction Planning Effectiveness
O.O. Faniran

Performance-Reason-Process Model for Managing Design
A.S. Chang

Project Management Improvement - A Case Study of a Large Contractor in Hong Kong
H.Y. Sam, K.W. Wong & P.C. Chan

A Decision Framework for Construction Technology Selection
M. Hastak, S. Gokhale, E. Sener & V. Thakkallapalli


Session 3 - Breakout 3: Kukui Room, 2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Procurement and Project Management

Moderator: Ali Touran

An Overview of Procurement Systems in Hong Kong
A.P.C. Chan, E.H.K. Yung, T.W.F. Ma & P.T.I. Lam

An Investigation into the Application of Total Quality Management within Small & Medium Sized Constructional Organisations
N. Chileshe & P. Watson

Motivational Factors in Australian Construction Industry Workforce
S. Saha, W. Cruickshanks & R.R. Wakefield

Proposed Support Framework for Procurement of Public-Private Partnered Infrastructure Projects
X.Q. Zhang & M.M. Kumaraswamy

Transit Project Success Criteria
J.A. Kuprenas, A. Nowroozi & E.B. Nasr


Session 3 - Breakout 4: Manoa Room, 2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Computer Algorithms and Fuzzy Theory Applications

Moderator: Dejan Dinevski

Reliability Assessment of Concrete Structures by Using Fuzzy Theory and Genetic Algorithms
F. Biondini, F. Bontempi & P.G. Malerba

Simplified Algebraic Method for Computing Eigenpair Sensitivities of Damped Systems
H.K. Jo, M.G. Ko & I.W. Lee

Minimum Weight Design of Portal Frames using a Genetic Algorithm
K. Koyama, H. Goto & S. Kikuta

Optimization of Perforated Walls for Maximal Fundamental Frequency via Genetic Algorithms
C.C. Chen

Development of Rate-Dependent Constitutive Model for Elastomers
A.F.M.S. Amin, M.S. Alam & Y. Okui

Computer Modeling of Simply Supported Composite Beam
S. Kamalanandan & I. Patnaikuni


Session 3 - Breakout 5: Nuuanu Room, 2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Structural Design Issues

Moderator: Harold Hamada

Truck Weight Limits and Bridge Infrastructure Demands
G. Fu, J. Feng, W. Dekelbab, F. Moses, H. Cohen & D. Mertz

The Quest for Quality in Timber Roof Structures in South Africa
A.C. Malherbe & I.L. Steenkamp

Development of New Supporting Detail for Base Columns which Ensures Superior Flexibility to the Columns without Failure
H. Hotta, H. Ikebukuro & D. Numura

Design of a PC Box Girder Bridge with Corrugated Steel Webs in Hanshin Expressway
A. Nanjo, H. Iguchi, H. Kobayashi, J.D. Zhang, A. Shoji, K. Kobayashi & A. Kurita

The Effect of a Construction Defect on the Strength and Behaviour of Masonry Structures
F.A. Santos, B.P. Sinha & H.R. Roman

Seismic Resistance Test of Beam-Column Connections for Concrete-Filled Steel-Box Columns
L.Y. Lu, L.L. Chung, C.H. Yeh & Y.Z. Wang


Session 3 - Breakout 6: Makiki Room, 2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Concrete Material Behavior

Moderator: Takahiro Tamura

Experimental Study on Different Dowel Techniques for Shear Transfer in Wood-Concrete Composite Beams
N. Gattesco

Microstructure Model for Estimating Early-Age Concrete Strength
S.D. Hwang, K.M. Lee, J.K. Kim & J.H. Kim

Application of Nonlinear Fracture Mechanics on Concrete Structures
A.S. Morgan, J. Niwa, T. Ishikawa & T. Tanaba

Torsional Capacity of Normal and High-Strength Concrete Deep Beams - General Review
T.A. Samman

Further Insight into Flexural Bond Behavior of Prestressed Concrete Beams
I.R.A. Weerasekera & R.E. Loov

Experimental Study on Deterioration of Concrete Structure Due to Acid Rain
Y. Akira, K. Takewaka, T. Sato & T. Yamaguchi

Friday, January 26, 2001

Session 4 - Breakout 1: Koa Room, 9:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. en
Construction Contracting and Practice

Moderator: Brian Ekste

Intelligent Agent Applications in Construction Engineering
C.J. Anumba, O.O. Ugwu, Z. Ren & L. Newnham

Predicament of Developing and Sustaining Local Technical Carriers in the Construction Industry of Saudi Arabia
I. Al-Hammad

Risk and Remuneration of Authorized Persons in Hong Kong
S.O. Cheung, K.C. Lam, S.S. Wong & S.H. Wong

A Hierarchy Fuzzy MCDM Method for Studying Taipei Rapid Transit System Contracting Model
H.M. Shieh & H.K. Ku

Demystifying 'best value': A Constructors Selection Perspective
E. Palaneeswaran, X.Q. Zhang & M. Kumaraswamy


Session 4 - Breakout 2: Kamani Room, 9:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Planning and Knowledge Management

Moderator: Swapan Saha

The Impact of Out of Sequence Work on Linear Construction Projects
A.D. Russell, A. Udaipurwala, M. Dimitrijevic & W. Wong

Decision Rules for Site Layout Planning
A.W.T. Leung, C.M. Tam & T.K.L. Tong

Knowledge Management in a Multi-Project Environment in Construction
J.M. Kamara, C.J. Anumba & P.M. Carillo

Stochastic Simulation and Schedule Optimization
N.M. Cachadinha

Database Approach for Construction Data Management
A. Chandran & M. Hastak


Session 4 - Breakout 3: Kukui Room, 9:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
General Discussion on Matters of Current and Common Interest

Moderator: Chimay Anumba

Round Table discussion group

Session 4 - Breakout 4: Manoa Room, 9:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Seismic Response of Structural Elements

Moderator: I. Patnaikuni

A Simplified Approach to the Analysis of Torsional Problems in Seismic Base Isolated Structures
T. Trombetti, C. Ceccoli & S. Silvestri

Seismic Evaluating of Bridges Using Ambient Vibration Measurement
Y.G. Wang & J.H. Zhang

Seismic Behavior of a High-Performance Composite Frame Building Made with Advanced Cementitious Composites
V. Kilar & N. Krstulovic-Opara

Experimental Research for the Seismic Enhancement of Circular RC Bridge Piers in Moderate Seismicity Regions
Y.S. Chung, J.H. Park, C.B. Cho, Y.G. Kim & N.S. Kim

Seismic Response Analysis of an Arch Dam with Effects of Nonlinear Contraction Joint Behavior
T. Nishiuchi

Seismic Performance of Hybrid RC Columns Confined in Aramid Fiber Reinforced Polymer Square Tube
T. Yamakawa & P. Zhong


Session 4 - Breakout 5: Nuuanu Room, 9:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Steel Structures

Moderator: Ahmad Durrani

Learning from Structural Failures
D.A. Cuoco

Simple Analytical Method of Super Steel Frame
X.H. Ju, T.K. Mitsukura, H. Yokota, E.I Goto & Y.C. Zhang

A Sensitivity Study in Advanced Analysis of Steel Frames Comprising Non-Compact Sections
Q. Xue & M. Mahendran

Effects of Initial Imperfections on Local and Global Buckling Behaviors of Thin-Walled Members
M. Ohga, A. Takaue, H. Izawa & T. Hara

Numerical Analysis on Fatigue Failure Modes in Load-Carrying Fillet Welded Cruciform Joints
S. Kainuma, T. Mori & Y. Itoh


Session 4 - Breakout 6: Makiki Room, 9:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Mechanical Behavior of Damaged Structures

Moderator: Ian Gilbert

Weak-Link Analysis for Seismic Retrofit of Bridge Structures
K.M. Mahmoud

Shear Strength of Cracked R/C Beam
T. Tamura, T. Shigematsu, M. Imori & K. Nakashiki

Damage and Preloading in Concrete
S. Yazdani

Evaluation of Damage Level and Ductility of Reinforced Concrete Members
H. Tanaka, W. Tanimura, T. Sato, M. Takiguchi & T. Watanabe

On Behavior of Rivet Joint Repaired by Replacing Corroded Rivet with High-tensile Bolt
K. Hirai, K. Fujii, O. Minata & K. Kajimoto

Contribution Study on the Behavior of Damaged R.C. Frames
E.H. Disoky, M.K. Zidan & A.N. Sidky


Session 5 - Breakout 1: Koa Room, 10:50 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.
Soils and Pavement Analysis

Moderator: Ahmad Morgan

Using the AHP to Prioritize Pavement Maintenance Activities
A. El-Assaly & A. Hammad

The Estimation of Deflections and Stresses in Paved Surfaces
I. Spacapan & M. Premrov

Calcrete as Sustainable Road Building Material for Botswana
C.T. Ganesan

An Analysis of Grid Structure on Elastic Foundation
M.H. Nam, M.O. Kang, Y.H. Lee, D.H. Ha & W.K. Ryoo

Real-Time Tracking for Compaction of Superpave Mixes
A.A. Oloufa

Soil-Structure Interaction: A Neural-Fuzzy Model to Deal with Uncertainties in Footing Settlement Prediction
P. Provenzano


Session 5 - Breakout 2: Kamani Room, 10:50 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.
Information Technology

Moderator: Albert Chan

Development and Utilization of Information Technology Systems in Construction
J. Christian

A Prototype Portal to Web Based Collaborative Engineering
Z. Turk & T. Cerovsek

The Impact and Potential of the Internet for Civil and Structural Engineers
D.M. Lilley

An Integrated Web-based Virtual Model to Support Water Treatment Projects
G. Aouad, M. Sun, N. Bakis & W. Swan

A Study Acquiring for 3-Dimension Data by Measurement Method Using Digital Camera and GPS
H. Muraki, S. Tanaka, H. Furuta & E. Kitagawa

Computers in Construction: Strategy or Technology?
V. Ahmed


Session 5 - Breakout 3: Kukui Room, 10:50 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.
Structural Behavior of Structural Elements

Moderator: Franco Bontempi

Ultimate Strength of Reinforced Concrete Circular and Rectangular Columns
R.V. Jarquio

Seismic Response of Asymmetric Frame Building Designed According Eurocodes
V. Kilar

Elastic Stability of Half-Through Girder Bridges
Z. Vrcelj, M.A. Bradford & H.R. Ronagh

Structural Behavior of Repaired Cooling Tower Shell
T. Hara, S. Kato & M. Ohya

Conditions for Desirable Structures Based on a Concept of Load Transfer Courses
K.Takahashi


Session 5 - Breakout 4: Manoa Room, 10:50 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.
Structural Behavior of Plates and Slabs

Moderator: Tamim Samman

Lightweight Perforated Infill Panels for Retrofit of Flat-Plate Buildings
F.K. Humay & A.J. Durrani

Time-Dependent Behavior of Reinforced Concrete Flat Slabs at Service Loads - An Experimental Study
R.I. Gilbert

Estimation for Influence of Initial Imperfections to Ultimate Strength of High Tensile Steel Plates Subjected to Uniform Compression
T. Kaita, K. Fujii & I. Ario

On Reinforcement of Square Steel Plates with a Hole under Cyclic Shearing Force
K. Fujii, M. Nakamura, M. Uenoya & Ronny

Stress Analysis of Precast Slabs Subjected to Bending and Torsion
D.A. Uy & S. Nakano

Instabilities in Continuous Composite Beams Induced by Quasi-Viscoelastic Slab Behaviour
M.A. Bradford & Z. Vrcelj

Session 5 - Breakout 5: Nuuanu Room, 10:50 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.
Mechanical Behavior

Moderator: Xila Liu

True Parabolic Stress Method of Analysis in Reinforced Concrete
R.V. Jarquio

Numerical Equations for Member Design of Concrete Filled Steel Tubular Columns
M. Chao & J.Q. Zhang

An Experimental Study on the Strength of Grouted Conduit Connections Under Cyclic Axial Loading
F.N. Rad & R.R. Imper

Nondestructive Strength Evaluation of Early-Age Concrete using Longitudinal Wave Velocity
H.K. Lee, K.M. Lee & D.S. Kim

Elastic Analysis of Isotropic Infinite Plane with Two Circular Holes by using Constraint-Release Technique
T. Tsutsumi & K. Hirashima

Effects of Partial Shear Connection on the Dynamic Response of Semi-Continuous Composite Beams
B. Uy & A. Chan


Session 5 - Breakout 6: Makiki Room, 10:50 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.
Inelastic Behavior of Structures

Moderator: Dejan Dinevski

Numerical Modeling for Large Displacement Analysis of Inelastic Structures
Y.G. Chiou, P.A. Hsiao & Y.L. Chen

Plasticity Model for Reinforced Concrete Elements Subjected to Overloads
A.I. Karabinis & P.D. Kiousis

Elastoplastic Analysis of Cable-Strut Structures as a Mathematical Programming Problem
F. Tin-Loi & S.H. Xia

Nonlinear Analysis of Load-Carrying Capacity for Composite Beams with Partial Interaction
W. Okui, K. Seki & D.C. Peckley

Strength and Behavior of Slender SRC Beam-Columns
K. Tsuda, T. Fujinaga & D. Fukuma

RC Column Retrofit Technique by PC Rod Prestressing as External Hoops
T. Yamakawa, M. Kurashige, S. Kamogawa, T. Tagawa & W. Li