Review
Ergonomics
Chen Wang, Yuanchang Xie, Helai Huang, Pan Liu
Summary: This paper emphasizes the importance of Surrogate Safety Measures (SSM) for safety performance evaluation, particularly in Connected and Automated Vehicles (CAV) safety modeling. By reviewing significant studies, identifying limitations and opportunities, and offering guidance on appropriate SSM selection, it aims to assist researchers and practitioners in this field.
ACCIDENT ANALYSIS AND PREVENTION
(2021)
Article
Ergonomics
Matej Barbo, Blaz Rodic
Summary: This study presents a hybrid, multi-method simulation model to evaluate the potential impact of a novel motorcycle emergency braking warning system (MEBWS) on the number of PTW rear-end collisions and their consequences in the EU. The simulation results show that with 100% market penetration of the MEBWS system, the total number of PTW rear-end collisions would decrease by 29.50%. The MEBWS system also reduces injury severity by up to 11.198% in cases where the collision cannot be prevented.
ACCIDENT ANALYSIS AND PREVENTION
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Industrial
Abdullah Alsharef, Alex Albert, Siddharth Bhandari
Summary: Driver license examiners face a range of safety challenges, including inadequately trained test takers, communication and language barriers, adoption of foreign driving customs, and encountering unclean vehicles. They adopt safety measures such as using common terms and hand gestures to overcome communication challenges, being prepared to take control of steering, and encouraging test takers to gain more experience. Suggested safety measures include giving examiners the authority to terminate tests when appropriate, imposing a waiting period after issuing a learner's permit before attempting the driving test, and adopting contactless testing methods.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Mustafa F. Kaddoura, Matthew Chosa, Prakash Bhalekar, Natasha C. Wright
Summary: This study presents a mathematical modeling of a novel convection-enhanced evaporation system designed for decentralized desalination plants and small-scale industries. The model accurately predicts evaporation rates and investigates the effect of various operating conditions on evaporation performance, showing that active control of liquid inlet temperature and air flow speed can significantly increase evaporation. Preheating the liquid is also found to be an effective strategy to counter the negative impact of high relative humidity.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Lianhua Cheng, Huimin Guo, Haifei Lin
Summary: This study introduced a new method of assessing and managing the system safety of coal mines using multi-agent modeling and simulation. Results showed that safety management and operators' behavioral safety had the strongest influence on system safety. It is recommended that coal mine enterprises adjust and control these attributes to reduce accidents and improve system safety.
PROCESS SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
(2021)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Amier Ibrahim, Fangming Jiang
Summary: The paper explores energy management in electric vehicles, focusing on storage and consumption systems. It provides detailed information on various energy storage systems in electric vehicles, with a particular emphasis on lithium-ion batteries. It also delves into an in-depth analysis of common intercalation batteries, while briefly discussing next-generation batteries and their development.
RENEWABLE & SUSTAINABLE ENERGY REVIEWS
(2021)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Kyaw Hein, Rakesh Murali, Yan Xu, Venkataraman Aditya, Amit Kumar Gupta
Summary: This paper proposes a modeling and operation strategy based on the propulsion architecture, mission profile, operation modes, and thermal performance of the energy storage system (ESS) integrated all-electric ship (AES). It aims to achieve optimal energy dispatch with the energy management system (EMS) and reliable operation of the ESS.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY STORAGE
(2022)
Article
Business, Finance
Anna Agapova, Margarita Kaprielyan
Summary: This study introduces a portfolio theory-based approach to measure risk diversification in mutual fund families. The research finds that there is a substantial cross-sectional variation in family-level diversification, independent of the number of funds and objectives. The number of investment objectives is linked to diversification measures, and diversification improves family performance.
INTERNATIONAL REVIEW OF FINANCIAL ANALYSIS
(2023)
Article
Ergonomics
Amin Mohammadnazar, A. Latif Patwary, Nastaran Moradloo, Ramin Arvin, Asad J. Khattak
Summary: Approximately 40% of motor vehicle crashes in the US are related to intersections. Safety Performance Functions (SPFs), which are vital elements in predictive methods used in the Highway Safety Manual, currently do not explicitly address driving behavior factors. This study demonstrates the incorporation of driving volatility measures in the development of SPFs, resulting in improved model accuracy and performance.
ACCIDENT ANALYSIS AND PREVENTION
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Industrial
Yunfei Zhao, Carol Smidts
Summary: This study focuses on cognitive modeling and simulation, aiming to describe how humans interact with the external world dynamically. Bayesian networks and Monte Carlo simulation are introduced to address uncertainties in the cognitive process.
RELIABILITY ENGINEERING & SYSTEM SAFETY
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
R. N. Fathurrahman, Y. Rukayadi, U. Z. A. Ungku Fatimah, S. Jinap, N. A. Abdul-Mutalib, M. Sanny
Summary: The study aimed to evaluate the performance of the food safety management system in relation to the microbiological food safety output of a Japanese chain restaurant's selected outlets. Results showed that non-ISO 22000-certified outlets had better microbial counts compared to ISO 22000-certified outlets, but both types of outlets failed to achieve their food safety objectives.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Marius Heinen, Wim H. J. Beltman, Harry T. L. Massop, Piet Groenendijk, Pim E. Dik, Robin Sur
Summary: Rainfall exceeding the soil's infiltration rate can cause runoff, which contaminates surface waters. This study compared the effectiveness of micro-dams and edge-of-field trenches in reducing runoff. The simulations showed that micro-dams were more effective in ridge-furrow cropping systems, while edge-of-field trenches reduced the number of runoff events by 24-35% and the runoff volume by 13-48%.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Social Sciences, Interdisciplinary
Jian Yang, Jichang Dong, Qi Song, Yulia S. Otmakhova, Zhou He
Summary: The impact of HRM on corporate growth is studied through the analysis of different payment policies in the human resource market system. An agent-based model is developed to simulate the decision-making and interaction behaviors of firms and workers. The results show that recruitment plans have a significant impact on performance indicators, and the payment gap is influenced by industry growth and abilities. The payment cap policy also contributes to the development of growth-oriented firms in the startup stage.
Article
Automation & Control Systems
Xiaobo Zhang, Zhanxue Wang, Li Zhou
Summary: The present study aims to address the issue of accuracy degradation in the traditional zero-dimensional variable cycle engine (VCE) model due to the multi-angle characteristics in the core-driven fan stage (CDFS). A two-dimensional model was established using the streamline curvature method, and a multi-level VCE model was developed to integrate the CDFS characteristics. The simulation results show that the proposed multi-level modeling approach is time-efficient and significantly improves optimal thrust and specific fuel consumption compared to the traditional zero-dimensional VCE model.
JOURNAL OF THE FRANKLIN INSTITUTE-ENGINEERING AND APPLIED MATHEMATICS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Industrial
Umair Khalid, Amrit Sagoo, Medjdoub Benachir
Summary: The construction industry is known for its economic significance and hazardous nature. Poor safety performance is the main cause of accidents on construction sites, and in order to improve safety performance, it is necessary to investigate potential factors involved in safety management.
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Lingzi Wu, Wenying Ji, Simaan M. AbouRizk
JOURNAL OF COMPUTING IN CIVIL ENGINEERING
(2020)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Chang Liu, Simaan AbouRizk, David Morley, Zhen Lei
JOURNAL OF CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENT
(2020)
Article
Engineering, Industrial
Mahmoud Farajmandi, Mostafa Ali, Rick Hermann, Simaan AbouRizk
ENGINEERING CONSTRUCTION AND ARCHITECTURAL MANAGEMENT
(2020)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Parinaz Jafari, Emad Mohamed, SangHyun Lee, Simaan Abourizk
AUTOMATION IN CONSTRUCTION
(2020)
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Lingzi Wu, Simaan AbouRizk
Summary: Simulation has been assisting engineers in decision-making by modeling inputs as probabilistic distributions. Integrating multiple information sources dynamically is crucial in construction projects to improve the accuracy and reliability of simulation models. This novel approach of coupling MCMC-based numerical method with weighted GA can effectively update input models in real-time, enhancing the representation of probabilistic input models in MC-driven simulations.
JOURNAL OF COMPUTING IN CIVIL ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Yipeng Li, SeyedReza RazaviAlavi, Simaan AbouRizk
Summary: A data-driven, near real-time simulation approach was proposed to assist short-term planning of winter highway maintenance operations. The approach integrates dynamic project data to quickly predict required truck fleet size, devise operation schedules, and recommend operation routes, demonstrating its functionality and validity through both an illustrative example and a real case study.
JOURNAL OF COMPUTING IN CIVIL ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Emad Mohamed, Parinaz Jafari, Adam Chehouri, Simaan AbouRizk
Summary: This study introduces a new approach for utilizing short-term weather forecasts and actual construction activities to develop lookahead schedules for the next two weeks, aiming to improve planning and control of onshore wind projects.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Parinaz Jafari, Malak Al Hattab, Emad Mohamed, Simaan AbouRizk
Summary: This study developed an automated framework to extract reporting requirements from construction contracts, predict overhead costs and durations associated with report preparation, and demonstrated its functionality and accuracy using real contracts with over 95% accuracy.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Industrial
Samin Mahdavian, Ming Lu, Estacio Pereira
Summary: This research proposes a safety-centric application framework for construction acceleration planning, which guides planners in identifying accident shaping factors, following acceleration rules, and accounting for safety-related costs. The research fills a gap in knowledge regarding how to factor in sufficient safety constraints while achieving project time and cost objectives in construction acceleration planning at both activity and project levels.
ENGINEERING CONSTRUCTION AND ARCHITECTURAL MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Lingzi Wu, Zuofu Li, Simaan AbouRizk
Summary: This study develops a framework to address data integration challenges in the construction industry. By automating the integration of fragmented and incompatible data, the framework improves information flow and data quality, promoting the practical use of critical decision support.
JOURNAL OF COMPUTING IN CIVIL ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Saeid Moharrami, Alireza Bayat, Simaan AbouRizk
Summary: The study proposes a novel mechanistic approach based on contact mechanics theory to predict the productivity of microtunneling construction projects. By establishing a mechanistic relationship between the microtunnel boring machine (MTBM) penetration rate and its influential factors, the proposed approach provides important mechanistic insight.
JOURNAL OF CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Carlos A. Osorio-Sandoval, Walid Tizani, Estacio Pereira, Jelena Ninic, Christian Koch
Summary: This article demonstrates how BIM and a game engine can be used to facilitate the development and application of construction simulation models, reducing the complexity and improving the reuse of the models.
Article
Management
Mona Afifi, Ahmed Fotouh, Mohamed Al-Hussein, Simaan Abourizk
Summary: This study explores how lean concepts can enhance productivity in assembly line operations. Through a case study and the integration of continuous/discrete-event simulation approach and system reliability factors, the study successfully improves the productivity of the assembly line.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Article
Management
SeyedReza RazaviAlavi, Simaan AbouRizk
Summary: This study aims to develop a simulation-based decision support tool for improving site layout planning in construction projects, successfully demonstrated in a steel erection project to reduce common wastes and costs.
Article
Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence
Emad Mohamed, Parinaz Jafari, Simaan AbouRizk