 | |||||
| |||||
|
It is a daunting task for anyone to keep abreast of advances in science and technology, even in his or her chosen field of work. Yet, “the more you read, the more you know”… consistent perusal of current literature can keep our creativity machineries well-oiled and receptive to innovation. In recognition of this, we at EBA have created this technical digest. Every three months, we will provide you with reader-friendly abstracts of key articles that are important to you. Let the EBA technical digest educate and inspire you.
Volume 6, Issue 3
- Volume 6, Issue 3
This issue’s featured articles provide a holiday smorgasbord of information that should satisfy all tastes, from those involved in everything from management (of projects, knowledge distribution, roads, or drivers) to materials (particles, big and small). ** Titles in green text are featured articles. Engineering Management/Business
An Intranet based system as an enabler in effective project management and implementation of quality standards: A case study
Category: Engineering Management/Business
Authors: Hussain, Zahid; Barber, Kevin; Hussain, Naveed
Source: Journal of Engineering and Technology Management - JET-M, v 26, n 3, p 196-210, September 2009
Abstract:
This paper reports on the development of an Intranet based system, as an enabler in project management and implementation of a quality standard (ISO9001:2000) at Tyco Fire & Integrated Solutions Oil Gas & Marine Europe, a subsidiary of Tyco International, a worldwide Engineering Conglomerate (TFIS). The system enabled stakeholders to follow standard project protocols, playing an important role in creating integration between different sub-sections. This paper discusses the strategic relevance of..... read more... Knowledge Management
Understanding an organisation's knowledge-enabled innovation capability
Category: Knowledge Management
Authors: van Winkelen, C.; Tovstiga, G
Source: International Journal of Knowledge Management Studies, v 3, n 1-2, 97-115, 2009
Abstract:
Collaboration-based knowledge management has been proposed as a key capability for organisations in the 21st century because knowing how to collaborate is necessary for the process of creating and transferring knowledge, while knowledge creation and utilization, in turn, lead to innovation. The research described here explores in more detail the ways [by] which effective knowledge management enables more effective innovation. A dynamic capability-building approach is adopted in-line with the kno..... read more... Building a knowledge management system in a design firm: The case of XYZ structural department
Category: Knowledge Management
Authors: Mezher, Toufic; M.a. Abdul-Malak; Khaled, Mohamad; El-Khatib, Ibrahim
Source: Journal of Cases on Information Technology, v 11, n 3, p 1-17, July-September 2009
Abstract:
Knowledge management represents a strategic vision for developing an organization's performance and its likelihood of success in dealing with future challenges in its industry. The case starts by discussing the importance of knowledge management in improving the competitive edge of firms in general and of consulting firms in particular. Then, the case discusses the process of building a knowledge management system in the structural engineering department at a leading engineering design consultin..... read more... Wikis as a knowledge management tool
Category: Knowledge Management
Authors: Grace, T.P.L.
Source: Journal of Knowledge Management, v 13, n 4, 64-74, 2009
Abstract:
Purpose - The purpose of this paper is to provide organizations, which are keen to implement wikis, with insight into [their] usefulness and possible role in the knowledge sharing and management process through lessons learnt from implementation of wikis by organizations ranging from SMEs with less than ten users to those with a vast network of 193 million members. These organizations are from the non-technology as well as technology-based sectors. Design/methodology/approach - The paper takes t..... read more... Traffic Engineering / Road Safety
Using social theory and GIS to create a safer road environment: A new attitude
Category: Traffic Engineering / Road Safety
Authors: Arthur, Robert M.
Source: Transportation Planning and Technology, v 32, n 4, p 355-375, August 2009
Abstract:
This paper presents the hypothesis that in order to create a safer road environment, there needs to be a change in the approach used by police services. A shift in methodology is required that moves away from punishment, such as issuing traffic tickets, and its attendant measures of success, total number of tickets issued or total amount of fines, to a safety-based methodology with its main emphasis on reducing collisions and their severity. This requires understanding the social context of driv..... read more... Road Engineering
Pavement subsurface drainage: Importance of appropriate subbase materials
Category: Road Engineering
Authors: Lebeau, Marc; Konrad, Jean-Marie
Source: Canadian Geotechnical Journal, v 46, n 8, p 987-1000, August 2009
Abstract:
Past and current research has clearly established the detrimental effects of inadequate subsurface drainage within a road environment. In response, pavement engineers have developed a number of theoretical models to establish the lateral drainage requirements of pavements. The intention of the present paper is to extend current drainage design by accounting for the presence of a pervious subbase layer. A parametric study of an extended form of the time to drain problem was performed while focusi..... read more... Waste Management and Landfills
Structural concretes with waste-based lightweight aggregates: From landfill to engineered materials
Category: Waste Management and Landfills
Authors: De'Gennaro, Roberto; Graziano, Sossio Fabio; Cappelletti, Piergiulio; Colella, Abner; Dondi, Michele; Langella, Alessio; De'Gennaro, Maurizio
Source: Environmental Science and Technology, v 43, n 18, p 7123-7129, September 15, 2009
Abstract:
This research provides possible opportunities in the reuse of waste and particularly muds, coming from both ornamental stone (granite sludges from sawing and polishing operations) and ceramic production (porcelain stoneware tile polishing sludge), for the manufacture of lightweight aggregates. Lab simulation of the manufacturing cycle was performed by pelletizing and firing the waste mixes in a rotative furnace up to 1300ºC, and determining composition and physicomechanical properties of lightwe..... read more... Geotechnical Engineering
A note on the determination of plastic limit of fine-grained soils
Category: Geotechnical Engineering
Authors: Prakash, K.; Sridharan, A.; Prasanna, H.S.
Source: Geotechnical Testing Journal, v 32, n 4, GTJ101960 (3 pp.), 1 July 2009
Abstract:
Plastic limit of fine-grained soils is conventionally determined in the laboratory by the soil thread rolling method. Many adverse comments have been recorded in the geotechnical engineering literature on the method about its reproducibility and operator dependency. The present experimental study, which is based on a well-planned and meticulously executed experimental program, critically evaluates the effect of size of the rolled soil thread on the plastic limit of fine-grained soils and the ope..... read more... A large-scale triaxial apparatus for prototype railroad ballast testing
Category: Geotechnical Engineering
Authors: Sevi, A.F.; Ge, L.; Take, W.A.
Source: Geotechnical Testing Journal, v 32, n 4, GTJ102033 (8 pp.), 1 July 2009
Abstract:
Shear strength and compressibility of large grain-size materials are critical parameters for the geotechnical design of road bases, rock fill embankments, and railroad sub-base. However, due to the correspondingly large scale of triaxial specimens necessary for rock-fill and railroad ballast material testing, the numbers of facilities that are capable of testing these materials are few. In this paper, a cost effective design is documented for a triaxial apparatus capable of testing prototype rai..... read more... Arctic Engineering
Geotechnical Engineering
Hydrogeology
Hydrology
Knowledge Management
Road Engineering
Traffic Engineering / Road Safety
|
|||||
|
|||||