Publications by authors named "Dina M Mansour"

This article investigates the behavior of hybrid FRP Concrete-Steel columns with an elliptical cross section. The investigation was carried out by gathering information through literature and conducting a parametric study, which resulted in 116 data points. Moreover, multiple machine learning predictive models were developed to accurately estimate the confined ultimate strain and the ultimate load of confined concrete at the rupture of FRP tube.

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  • This paper analyzes and predicts the shear strength of wide-shallow reinforced concrete beams using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and machine learning techniques, validating models with real experimental results.
  • A detailed Finite Element Model (FEM) was created and tested against 13 specimens, achieving a maximum difference of 8% in loads and 12% in deflections.
  • The study developed machine learning prediction models, with the Artificial Neural Network (ANN) showing the highest accuracy at 99%, highlighting key factors like concrete strength and beam geometry that significantly affect shear strength.
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The structural progress of bridges in conjunction with efficiency has gained researchers' attention in the last few decades. Structures optimization applying mathematical analysis is utilized to achieve sustainability in the design and construction of bridges. Despite the extensive research in this area of knowledge, further structural optimization development needs to be developed.

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Materials require special consideration when developing a project plan because they make up such a sizable chunk of the overall budget. Materials supply and delivery are crucial especially in road construction projects as they are required for the daily construction process. Lack of materials is a major source of jobsite productivity loss.

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In the aquaculture industry, silica nanoparticles (SiNPs) have great significance, mainly for confronting diseases. Therefore, the present study aims to assess the antibacterial efficiency of SiNPs as a versatile trial against Aeromonas veronii infection in African catfish (Clarias gariepinus). Further, we investigated the influence of SiNPs in palliating the immune-antioxidant stress biochemical, ethological, and histopathological alterations induced by A.

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