University of Nevada, Reno
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The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering is training Nevada's next generation of problem solvers. Our students learn to apply their scientific and technical expertise to some of our planet's biggest problems, including decaying infrastructure, polluted drinking water and clogged roadways.
A well-rounded core curriculum combined with opportunities for students to specialize in a subfield of civil engineering gives our graduates both breadth and depth of engineering knowledge. Additionally, a departmental emphasis on creating life-long learners who can communicate about technical, social and ethical issues in engineering design prepares our graduates to work well in interdisciplinary and team environments.
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Case Study of the Chicago River Watershed: Physical Modeling vs Data-driven Modeling of an Urban Watershed
(2017)We developed a water quality model for the highly urbanized Chicago River watershed based on hydrologic simulation using BASINS/HSPF. Appropriate consideration was given to the effective impervious area (EIA). The 5 y water ... -
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Seismic Response of the Three-Span Bridge with Innovative Materials Including Fault-Rupture Effect
(2018)The seismic performance of the SR99 Bridge with conventional and advanced details in Seattle, Washington, was studied via a nonlinear, time history analysis of a multidegree of freedom model. The bridge consists of three ... -
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Developing a Coordinated Signal Control System for Urban Ring Road Under the Vehicle-Infrastructure Connected Environment
(2018)Ring roads have been widely built in many cities, especially in the central districts with excessively heavy traffic demands and frequently generated congestion. In order to improve the operations and reduce traffic delay ... -
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Deciphering the Tsunami Wave Impact and Associated Connection Forces in Open-Girder Coastal Bridges
(2018)In view of the widespread damage to coastal bridges during recent tsunamis (2004 Indian Ocean and 2011 in Japan) large-scale hydrodynamic experiments of tsunami wave impact on a bridge with open girders were conducted in ... -
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Compatibility of a Test for Moisture-Induced Damage with Superpave Volumetric Mix Design
(2000)This report presents recommended changes to AASHTO Standard Method of Test T283, “Resistance of Compacted Bituminous Mixture to Moisture Induced Damage,” to enhance T283’s compatibility with Superpave® volumetric mix design. ... -
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Develop a PWL System for Dense Graded Hot Mix Asphalt Construction, Including Pay Factors
(2014)This research project developed a PWL system that the Nevada DOT can effectively implement on the construction of dense graded HMA mixtures. The PWL system includes pay factors that are based on pavement performance ... -
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Characteristics of CRM Binders and Mixtures Used in Nevada
(1997)The use of crumb rubber modified binders to improve the performance characteristics of hot mixed asphalt (HMA) mixtures have shown mixed results throughout the U.S. Some studies showed improved performance properties such ... -
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Evaluation of Long-term Performance of Cold In-Place Recycling Pavements in Nevada
(2014)Cold in-place recycling (CIR) is one of the commonly used rehabilitation technique for asphalt pavements in Nevada. Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) has long been using CMS-2S emulsion for CIR projects and recently ... -
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Evaluation of Thermal Cracking Resistance of Asphalt Mixtures
(2015)The overall objective was to develop a comprehensive model for thermal cracking analysis of asphalt concrete pavements. The proposed model aims to remedy some of the recognized limitations in the current thermal cracking ... -
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Design and Construction of NDOT Test Sections on Interstate 80
(1999)Four test sections were constructed on 1-80 east of Reno, Nevada during the month of September, 1998. The sections are located in the travel lane ofthe westbound direction of 1-80. Two sections were designed with the ... -
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Evaluation of Nevada's 1995-1997 HMA Mixtures
(1997)Recently, there have been dramatic changes in traffie volumes, axle loads, and tire pressures. Total traffic volumes have been steadily increasing and, consequently, the percentage of heavy trucks using the highway system. ... -
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Impact of Crumb Rubber and Other Fillers on the Rheological Properties of Binders
(2000)This paper presents a study to evaluate the rheological properties of crumb rubber modified (CRM) binders and the impact of fillers on such properties. The objective ofthe study was to assess how crumb rubber and sand ... -
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Evaluation of Long-term Performance of Cold In-Place Recycling Pavements in Nevada (Appendices)
(2014)Cold in-place recycling (CIR) is one of the commonly used rehabilitation technique for asphalt pavements in Nevada. Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) has long been using CMS-2S emulsion for CIR projects and recently ... -
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Development Of Specifications For Engineered Cementitious Composites For Use In Bridge Deck Overlays
(2016)Engineered cementitious composite (ECC) material is a high strength, fiber-reinforced, ductile mortar mixture that can exhibit tensile strains of up to 5%. ECC has a dense matrix, giving the material exceptional durability ... -
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Evaluation of Rutting Resistance of Superpave and Hveem Mixtures: Volume III - Impact of Gyratory Compaction
(2000)This report represents the third in a series of four reports documenting the overall evaluation of rutting resistance of Superpave and H veem mixtures. Specifically this report documents the evaluation ofthe impact of the ... -
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Performance of Lime in Hot Asphalt Mixtures
(2001)The pavement community has recognized that moisture damage of hot mixed asphalt (HMA) mixtures has been a serious problem since the early 1960s. Numerous additives have been evaluated with the objective of reducing the ... -
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Evaluation of Rehabilitation Techniques for Flexible Pavements in Nevada
(2001)The Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) is responsible for the maintenance and rehabilitation of a large number of highway miles which fit within the categories of medium to low traffic volumes. The majority of these ...
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