@article{StaubachMachacekSkowroneketal.2020,
  author    = {Staubach, Patrick and Machacek, Jan and Skowronek, Josefine and Wichtmann, Torsten},
  title     = {Vibratory pile driving in water-saturated sand: Back-analysis of model tests using a hydro-mechanically coupled CEL method},
  series = {Soils and Foundations},
  volume    = {2021},
  journal   = {Soils and Foundations},
  number    = {Volume 61, Issue 1},
  publisher = {Elsevier, Science Direct},
  address   = {Amsterdam},
  doi       = {10.1016/j.sandf.2020.11.005},
  url       = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:gbv:wim2-20210203-43571},
  pages     = {144 -- 159},
  year      = {2020},
  abstract  = {The development of a hydro-mechanically coupled Coupled-Eulerian-Lagrangian (CEL) method and its application to the back-analysisof vibratory pile driving model tests in water-saturated sand is presented. The predicted pile penetration using this approachis in good agreement with the results of the model tests as well as with fully Lagrangian simulations. In terms of pore water pressure, however, the results of the CEL simulation show a slightly worse accordance with the model tests compared to the Lagrangian simulation. Some shortcomings of the hydro-mechanically coupled CEL method in case of frictional contact problems and pore fluids with high bulk modulus are discussed. Lastly, the CEL method is applied to the simulation of vibratory driving of open-profile piles under partially drained conditions to study installation-induced changes in the soil state. It is concluded that the proposed method is capable of realistically reproducing the most important mechanisms in the soil during the driving process despite its addressed shortcomings.},
  subject      = {Plastische Deformation},
  language  = {en}
}
@phdthesis{Alkam,
  author    = {Alkam, Feras},
  title     = {Vibration-based Monitoring of Concrete Catenary Poles using Bayesian Inference},
  volume    = {2021},
  publisher = {Bauhaus-Universit{\"a}tsverlag},
  address   = {Weimar},
  doi       = {10.25643/bauhaus-universitaet.4433},
  url       = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:gbv:wim2-20210526-44338},
  school      = {Bauhaus-Universit{\"a}t Weimar},
  pages     = {177},
  abstract  = {This work presents a robust status monitoring approach for detecting damage in cantilever structures based on logistic functions. Also, a stochastic damage identification approach based on changes of eigenfrequencies is proposed. The proposed algorithms are verified using catenary poles of electrified railways track. The proposed damage features overcome the limitation of frequency-based damage identification methods available in the literature, which are valid to detect damage in structures to Level 1 only. Changes in eigenfrequencies of cantilever structures are enough to identify possible local damage at Level 3, i.e., to cover damage detection, localization, and quantification. The proposed algorithms identified the damage with relatively small errors, even at a high noise level.},
  subject      = {Parameteridentifikation},
  language  = {en}
}
@phdthesis{Reshetnikova,
  author    = {Reshetnikova, Tatiana},
  title     = {Transformation of the Environment: Influence of "Urban Reagents." German and Russian Case Studies},
  doi       = {10.25643/bauhaus-universitaet.4351},
  url       = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:gbv:wim2-20210128-43517},
  school      = {Bauhaus-Universit{\"a}t Weimar},
  pages     = {256 (thesis) + 23 (Folder) + 83 (CD)},
  abstract  = {An urban regeneration manifests itself through urban objects operating as change agents. The en-tailed diverse effects on the surroundings demonstrate experimental origin - an experiment as a preplanned but unpredictable method. An understanding of influences and features of urban ob-jects requires scrutiny due to a high potential of the elements to force an alteration and reactions. This dissertation explores the transformation of the milieu and mechanisms of this transformation.},
  subject      = {Stadtentwicklung},
  language  = {en}
}
@unpublished{KhosraviSheikhKhozaniCooper,
  author    = {Khosravi, Khabat and Sheikh Khozani, Zohreh and Cooper, James R.},
  title     = {Predicting stable gravel-bed river hydraulic geometry: A test of novel, advanced, hybrid data mining algorithms},
  volume    = {2021},
  doi       = {10.25643/bauhaus-universitaet.4499},
  url       = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:gbv:wim2-20211004-44998},
  abstract  = {Accurate prediction of stable alluvial hydraulic geometry, in which erosion and sedimentation are in equilibrium, is one of the most difficult but critical topics in the field of river engineering. Data mining algorithms have been gaining more attention in this field due to their high performance and flexibility. However, an understanding of the potential for these algorithms to provide fast, cheap, and accurate predictions of hydraulic geometry is lacking. This study provides the first quantification of this potential. Using at-a-station field data, predictions of flow depth, water-surface width and longitudinal water surface slope are made using three standalone data mining techniques -, Instance-based Learning (IBK), KStar, Locally Weighted Learning (LWL) - along with four types of novel hybrid algorithms in which the standalone models are trained with Vote, Attribute Selected Classifier (ASC), Regression by Discretization (RBD), and Cross-validation Parameter Selection (CVPS) algorithms (Vote-IBK, Vote-Kstar, Vote-LWL, ASC-IBK, ASC-Kstar, ASC-LWL, RBD-IBK, RBD-Kstar, RBD-LWL, CVPSIBK, CVPS-Kstar, CVPS-LWL). Through a comparison of their predictive performance and a sensitivity analysis of the driving variables, the results reveal: (1) Shield stress was the most effective parameter in the prediction of all geometry dimensions; (2) hybrid models had a higher prediction power than standalone data mining models, empirical equations and traditional machine learning algorithms; (3) Vote-Kstar model had the highest performance in predicting depth and width, and ASC-Kstar in estimating slope, each providing very good prediction performance. Through these algorithms, the hydraulic geometry of any river can potentially be predicted accurately and with ease using just a few, readily available flow and channel parameters. Thus, the results reveal that these models have great potential for use in stable channel design in data poor catchments, especially in developing nations where technical modelling skills and understanding of the hydraulic and sediment processes occurring in the river system may be lacking.},
  subject      = {Maschinelles Lernen},
  language  = {en}
}
@phdthesis{Berhe,
  author    = {Berhe, Asgedom Haile},
  title     = {Mitigating Risks of Corruption in Construction: A theoretical rationale for BIM adoption in Ethiopia},
  doi       = {10.25643/bauhaus-universitaet.4517},
  url       = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:gbv:wim2-20211007-45175},
  school      = {Bauhaus-Universit{\"a}t Weimar},
  pages     = {336},
  abstract  = {This PhD thesis sets out to investigate the potentials of Building Information Modeling (BIM) to mitigate risks of corruption in the Ethiopian public construction sector. The wide-ranging capabilities and promises of BIM have led to the strong perception among researchers and practitioners that it is an indispensable technology. Consequently, it has become the frequent subject of science and research. Meanwhile, many countries, especially the developed ones, have committed themselves to applying the technology extensively. Increasing productivity is the most common and frequently cited reason for that. However, both technology developers and adopters are oblivious to the potentials of BIM in addressing critical challenges in the construction sector, such as corruption. This particularly would be significant in developing countries like Ethiopia, where its problems and effects are acute. Studies reveal that bribery and corruption have long pervaded the construction industry worldwide. The complex and fragmented nature of the sector provides an environment for corruption. The Ethiopian construction sector is not immune from this epidemic reality. In fact, it is regarded as one of the most vulnerable sectors owing to varying socio-economic and political factors. Since 2015, Ethiopia has started adopting BIM, yet without clear goals and strategies. As a result, the potential of BIM for combating concrete problems of the sector remains untapped. To this end, this dissertation does pioneering work by showing how collaboration and coordination features of the technology contribute to minimizing the opportunities for corruption. Tracing loopholes, otherwise, would remain complex and ineffective in the traditional documentation processes. Proceeding from this anticipation, this thesis brings up two primary questions: what are areas and risks of corruption in case of the Ethiopian public construction projects; and how could BIM be leveraged to mitigate these risks? To tackle these and other secondary questions, the research employs a mixed-method approach. The selected main research strategies are Survey, Grounded Theory (GT) and Archival Study. First, the author disseminates an online questionnaire among Ethiopian construction engineering professionals to pinpoint areas of vulnerability to corruption. 155 responses are compiled and scrutinized quantitatively. Then, a semi-structured in-depth interview is conducted with 20 senior professionals, primarily to comprehend opportunities for and risks of corruption in those identified highly vulnerable project stages and decision points. At the same time, open interviews (consultations) are held with 14 informants to be aware of state of the construction documentation, BIM and loopholes for corruption in the country. Consequently, these qualitative data are analyzed utilizing the principles of GT, heat/risk mapping and Social Network Analysis (SNA). The risk mapping assists the researcher in the course of prioritizing corruption risks; whilst through SNA, methodically, it is feasible to identify key actors/stakeholders in the corruption venture. Based on the generated research data, the author constructs a [substantive] grounded theory around the elements of corruption in the Ethiopian public construction sector. This theory, later, guides the subsequent strategic proposition of BIM. Finally, 85 public construction related cases are also analyzed systematically to substantiate and confirm previous findings. By ways of these multiple research endeavors that is based, first and foremost, on the triangulation of qualitative and quantitative data analysis, the author conveys a number of key findings. First, estimations, tender document preparation and evaluation, construction material as well as quality control and additional work orders are found to be the most vulnerable stages in the design, tendering and construction phases respectively. Second, middle management personnel of contractors and clients, aided by brokers, play most critical roles in corrupt transactions within the prevalent corruption network. Third, grand corruption persists in the sector, attributed to the fact that top management and higher officials entertain their overriding power, supported by the lack of project audits and accountability. Contrarily, individuals at operation level utilize intentional and unintentional 'errors' as an opportunity for corruption. In light of these findings, two conceptual BIM-based risk mitigation strategies are prescribed: active and passive automation of project audits; and the monitoring of project information throughout projects' value chain. These propositions are made in reliance on BIM's present dimensional capabilities and the promises of Integrated Project Delivery (IPD). Moreover, BIM's synchronous potentials with other technologies such as Information and Communication Technology (ICT), and Radio Frequency technologies are topics which received a treatment. All these arguments form the basis for the main thesis of this dissertation, that BIM is able to mitigate corruption risks in the Ethiopian public construction sector. The discourse on the skepticisms about BIM that would stem from the complex nature of corruption and strategic as well as technological limitations of BIM is also illuminated and complemented by this work. Thus, the thesis uncovers possible research gaps and lays the foundation for further studies.},
  subject      = {Building Information Modeling},
  language  = {en}
}
@phdthesis{Hoerold,
  author    = {H{\"o}rold, Stefan},
  title     = {Leistungsbezogene Musterjahresganglinien f{\"u}r den Straßenbetriebsdienst},
  doi       = {10.25643/bauhaus-universitaet.4491},
  url       = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:gbv:wim2-20210830-44910},
  school      = {Bauhaus-Universit{\"a}t Weimar},
  pages     = {124},
  abstract  = {In den letzten Jahrzehnten unterlag der Straßenbetriebsdienst tiefgreifenden Ver{\"a}nderungen. Diese Ver{\"a}nderungen schließt auch die betriebliche Steuerungsphilosophie ein, um eine planungsrationale und {\"o}konomische Gestaltung des Straßenbetriebsdienstes zu unterst{\"u}tzen. Dabei erfolgt eine verbindliche Vorgabe der Leistungsinhalte und -umf{\"a}nge und erm{\"o}glicht eine Budgetierung f{\"u}r das vorgesehene Jahresarbeitsprogramm. Ziel der Untersuchung ist die Entwicklung eines Modells f{\"u}r die Ermittlung von leistungsbezogenen Musterjahresganglinien zur Unterst{\"u}tzung der Jahresarbeitsplanung. Daf{\"u}r lagen f{\"u}r jede Leistung des Leistungsbereiches „Gr{\"u}npflege" jeweils 260 einzelne Jahresganglinien vor. Im Ergebnis der Untersuchung wird die leistungsbezogene Musterjahresganglinie in vier Schritten ermittelt. Im ersten Schritt erfolgt die Pr{\"u}fung der Datenqualit{\"a}t; im zweiten Schritt eine Korrelationsanalyse; im dritten Schritt die fachliche {\"U}berpr{\"u}fung der Leistungsauspr{\"a}gung und im vierten Schritt die Ermittlung der leistungsbezogenen Musterjahresganglinie aus den verbliebenen leistungsbezogenen Jahresganglinien.},
  subject      = {Straßenbetriebsdienst},
  language  = {de}
}
@phdthesis{Harirchian,
  author    = {Harirchian, Ehsan},
  title     = {Improved Rapid Assessment of Earthquake Hazard Safety of Existing Buildings Using a Hierarchical Type-2 Fuzzy Logic Model},
  doi       = {10.25643/bauhaus-universitaet.4396},
  url       = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:gbv:wim2-20210326-43963},
  school      = {Bauhaus-Universit{\"a}t Weimar},
  pages     = {143},
  abstract  = {Although it is impractical to avert subsequent natural disasters, advances in simulation science and seismological studies make it possible to lessen the catastrophic damage. There currently exists in many urban areas a large number of structures, which are prone to damage by earthquakes. These were constructed without the guidance of a national seismic code, either before it existed or before it was enforced. For instance, in Istanbul, Turkey, as a high seismic area, around 90\% of buildings are substandard, which can be generalized into other earthquakeprone regions in Turkey. The reliability of this building stock resulting from earthquake-induced collapse is currently uncertain. Nonetheless, it is also not feasible to perform a detailed seismic vulnerability analysis on each building as a solution to the scenario, as it will be too complicated and expensive. This indicates the necessity of a reliable, rapid, and computationally easy method for seismic vulnerability assessment, commonly known as Rapid Visual Screening (RVS). In RVS methodology, an observational survey of buildings is performed, and according to the data collected during the visual inspection, a structural score is calculated without performing any structural calculations to determine the expected damage of a building and whether the building needs detailed assessment. Although this method might save time and resources due to the subjective/qualitative judgments of experts who performed the inspection, the evaluation process is dominated by vagueness and uncertainties, where the vagueness can be handled adequately through the fuzzy set theory but do not cover all sort of uncertainties due to its crisp membership functions. In this study, a novel method of rapid visual hazard safety assessment of buildings against earthquake is introduced in which an interval type-2 fuzzy logic system (IT2FLS) is used to cover uncertainties. In addition, the proposed method provides the possibility to evaluate the earthquake risk of the building by considering factors related to the building importance and exposure. A smartphone app prototype of the method has been introduced. For validation of the proposed method, two case studies have been selected, and the result of the analysis presents the robust efficiency of the proposed method.},
  subject      = {Fuzzy-Logik},
  language  = {en}
}
@phdthesis{Sproete,
  author    = {Spr{\"o}te, Daniel},
  title     = {Immobilienportfoliomanagement {\"o}ffentlicher musealer Schl{\"o}sserverwaltungen - Daten zur Investitionssteuerung},
  doi       = {10.25643/bauhaus-universitaet.4426},
  url       = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:gbv:wim2-20210510-44260},
  school      = {Bauhaus-Universit{\"a}t Weimar},
  pages     = {220},
  abstract  = {Die Arbeit leistet einen wissenschaftlichen Beitrag zur Erforschung der Einsatzm{\"o}glichkeiten eines Immobilienportfoliomanagements f{\"u}r {\"o}ffentliche museale Schl{\"o}sserverwaltungen in Deutschland. Insbesondere wird ein f{\"u}r deren Organisation spezifisches Modell zur Investitionssteuerung herausgearbeitet und dessen Anwendbarkeit in der Praxis mit Experten diskutiert.},
  subject      = {Unbewegliche Sache},
  language  = {de}
}
@phdthesis{Mueller,
  author    = {M{\"u}ller, Matthias},
  title     = {Frost-Tausalz-Angriff auf Beton - Neue Erkenntnisse zum Schadensmechanismus},
  doi       = {10.25643/bauhaus-universitaet.4502},
  url       = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:gbv:wim2-20210922-45025},
  school      = {Bauhaus-Universit{\"a}t Weimar},
  pages     = {226},
  abstract  = {F{\"u}r die Verminderung der betonspezifischen CO2-Emissionen wird ein verst{\"a}rkter Einsatz klinkerreduzierter Zemente bzw. Betone angestrebt. Die Reduzierung des Klinkergehaltes darf jedoch nicht zu einer lebensdauerrelevanten Beeintr{\"a}chtigung der Betondauerhaftigkeit f{\"u}hren. In diesem Zusammenhang stellt der Frost-Tausalz-Widerstand eine kritische Gr{\"o}ße dar, da er bei h{\"o}heren Klinkersubstitutionsraten h{\"a}ufig negativ beeinflusst wird. Erschwerend kommt hinzu, dass f{\"u}r klinkerreduzierte Betone nur ein unzureichender Erfahrungsschatz vorliegt. Ein hoher Frost-Tausalz-Widerstand kann daher nicht ausschließlich anhand deskriptiver Vorgaben gew{\"a}hrleistet werden. Demgem{\"a}ß sollte perspektivisch auch f{\"u}r frost-tausalzbeanspruchte Bauteile eine performancebasierte Lebensdauerbetrachtung erfolgen. Eine unverzichtbare Grundlage f{\"u}r das Erreichen dieser Ziele ist ein Verst{\"a}ndnis f{\"u}r die Schadensvorg{\"a}nge beim Frost-Tausalz-Angriff. Der Forschungsstand ist jedoch gepr{\"a}gt von widerspr{\"u}chlichen Schadenstheorien. Somit wurde als Zielstellung f{\"u}r diese Arbeit abgeleitet, die existierenden Schadenstheorien unter Ber{\"u}cksichtigung des aktuellen Wissensstandes zu bewerten und mit eigenen Untersuchungen zu pr{\"u}fen und einzuordnen. Die Sichtung des Forschungsstandes zeigte, dass nur zwei Theorien das Potential haben, den Frost-Tausalz-Angriff umfassend abzubilden - die Glue Spall Theorie und die Cryogenic Suction Theorie. Die Glue Spall Theorie f{\"u}hrt die Entstehung von Abwitterungen auf die mechanische Sch{\"a}digung der Betonoberfl{\"a}che durch eine anhaftende Eisschicht zur{\"u}ck. Dabei sollen nur bei moderaten Tausalzkonzentrationen in der einwirkenden L{\"o}sung kritische Spannungszust{\"a}nde in der Eisschicht auftreten, die eine Sch{\"a}digung der Betonoberfl{\"a}che hervorrufen k{\"o}nnen. In dieser Arbeit konnte jedoch nachgewiesen werden, dass starke Abwitterungen auch bei Tausalz¬konzentrationen auftreten, bei denen eine mechanische Sch{\"a}digung des Betons durch das Eis auszuschließen ist. Damit wurde die fehlende Eignung der Glue Spall Theorie aufgezeigt. Die Cryogenic Suction Theorie fußt auf den eutektischen Eigenschaften von Tausalz-l{\"o}sungen, die im gefrorenen Zustand immer als Mischung auf festem Wassereis und fl{\"u}ssiger, hochkonzentrierter Salzl{\"o}sung bestehen, solange ihre Eutektikumstemperatur nicht unter¬schritten wird. Die fl{\"u}ssige Phase im salzhaltigen Eis stellt f{\"u}r gefrorenen Beton ein bisher nicht ber{\"u}cksichtigtes Fl{\"u}ssigkeitsreservoir dar, welches trotz der hohen Salzkonzentration die Eisbildung in der Betonrandzone verst{\"a}rken und so die Entstehung von Abwitterungen verursachen soll. In dieser Arbeit wurde best{\"a}tigt, dass die Eisbildung im Zementstein beim Gefrieren in hochkonzentrierter Tausalzl{\"o}sung tats{\"a}chlich verst{\"a}rkt wird. Das Ausmaß der zus{\"a}tzlichen Eisbildung wurde dabei auch von der F{\"a}higkeit des Zementsteins zur Bindung von Chloridionen aus der Tausalzl{\"o}sung beeinflusst. Zusammenfassend wurde festgestellt, dass die Cryogenic Suction Theorie eine gute Beschreibung des Frost-Tausalz-Angriffes darstellt, aber um weitere Aspekte erg{\"a}nzt werden muss. Die Ber{\"u}cksichtigung der intensiven S{\"a}ttigung von Beton durch den Prozess der Mikroeislinsenpumpe stellt hier die wichtigste Erweiterung dar. Basierend auf dieser {\"U}berlegung wurde eine kombinierte Schadenstheorie aufgestellt. Wichtige Annahmen dieser Theorie konnten experimentell best{\"a}tigt werden. Im Ergebnis wurde so die Grundlage f{\"u}r ein tiefergehendes Verst{\"a}ndnis des Frost-Tausalz-Angriffes geschaffen. Zudem wurde ein neuer Ansatz identifiziert, um die (potentielle) Verringerung des Frost-Tausalz-Widerstandes klinkerreduzierter Betone zu erkl{\"a}ren.},
  subject      = {Beton},
  language  = {de}
}
@phdthesis{Fauth,
  author    = {Fauth, Judith},
  title     = {Ein handlungsorientiertes Entscheidungsmodell zur Feststellung der Genehmigungsf{\"a}higkeit von Bauvorhaben},
  publisher = {Bauhaus-Universit{\"a}tsverlag},
  address   = {Ilmtal-Weinstraße},
  isbn      = {978-3-95773-299-6},
  doi       = {10.25643/bauhaus-universitaet.4509},
  url       = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:gbv:wim2-20210928-45093},
  school      = {Bauhaus-Universit{\"a}t Weimar},
  pages     = {318},
  abstract  = {Die Auseinandersetzung mit der Digitalisierung ist in den letzten Jahren in den Medien, auf Konferenzen und in Aussch{\"u}ssen der Bau- und Immobilienbranche angekommen. W{\"a}hrend manche Bereiche Neuerungen hervorbringen und einige Akteure als Pioniere zu bezeichnen sind, weisen andere Themen noch Defizite hinsichtlich der digitalen Transformation auf. Zu dieser Kategorie kann auch das Baugenehmigungsverfahren gez{\"a}hlt werden. Unabh{\"a}ngig davon, wie Architekten und Ingenieure in den Planungsb{\"u}ros auf innovative Methoden setzen, bleiben die Bauvorlagen bisher zuhauf in Papierform oder werden nach der elektronischen Einreichung in der Beh{\"o}rde ausgedruckt. Vorhandene Ressourcen, beispielsweise in Form eines Bauwerksinformationsmodells, die Unterst{\"u}tzung bei der Baugenehmigungsfeststellung bieten k{\"o}nnen, werden nicht ausgesch{\"o}pft. Um mit digitalen Werkzeugen eine Entscheidungshilfe f{\"u}r die Baugenehmigungsbeh{\"o}rden zu erarbeiten, ist es notwendig, den Ist-Zustand zu verstehen und Gegebenheiten zu hinterfragen, bevor eine Gesamtautomatisierung der innerbeh{\"o}rdlichen Vorg{\"a}nge als alleinige L{\"o}sung zu verfolgen ist. Mit einer inhaltlich-organisatorischen Betrachtung der relevanten Bereiche, die Einfluss auf die Baugenehmigungsfeststellung nehmen, wird eine Optimierung des Baugenehmigungsverfahrens in den Beh{\"o}rden angestrebt. Es werden die komplexen Bereiche, wie die Gesetzeslage, der Einsatz von Technologie aber auch die subjektiven Handlungsalternativen, ermittelt und strukturiert. Mit der Entwicklung eines Modells zur Feststellung der Baugenehmigungsf{\"a}higkeit wird sowohl ein Verst{\"a}ndnis f{\"u}r Einflussfaktoren vermittelt als auch eine Transparenzsteigerung f{\"u}r alle Beteiligten geschaffen. Neben einer internationalen Literaturrecherche diente eine empirische Studie als Untersuchungsmethode. Die empirische Studie wurde in Form von qualitativen Experteninterviews durchgef{\"u}hrt, um den Ist-Zustand im Bereich der Baugenehmigungsverfahren festzustellen. Das erhobene Datenmaterial wurde aufbereitet und anschließend einer softwaregest{\"u}tzten Inhaltsanalyse unterzogen. Die Ergebnisse wurden in Kombination mit den Erkenntnissen der Literaturrecherche in verschiedenen Analysen als Modellgrundlage aufgearbeitet. Ergebnis der Untersuchung stellt ein Entscheidungsmodell dar, welches eine L{\"u}cke zwischen den gegenw{\"a}rtigen Abl{\"a}ufen in den Baubeh{\"o}rden und einer Gesamtautomatisierung der Baugenehmigungspr{\"u}fung schließt. Die prozessorientierte Strukturierung entscheidungsrelevanter Sachverhalte im Modell erm{\"o}glicht eine Unterst{\"u}tzung bei der Baugenehmigungsfeststellung f{\"u}r Pr{\"u}fer und Antragsteller. Das theoretische Modell konnte in Form einer Webanwendung in die Praxis {\"u}bertragen werden.},
  subject      = {Baugenehmigung},
  language  = {de}
}
@unpublished{SheikhKhozaniKumbhakar,
  author    = {Sheikh Khozani, Zohreh and Kumbhakar, Manotosh},
  title     = {Discussion of "Estimation of one-dimensional velocity distribution by measuring velocity at two points" by Yeganeh and Heidari (2020)},
  doi       = {10.25643/bauhaus-universitaet.4366},
  url       = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:gbv:wim2-20210216-43663},
  abstract  = {The concept of information entropy together with the principle of maximum entropy to open channel flow is essentially based on some physical consideration of the problem under consideration. This paper is a discussion on Yeganeh and Heidari (2020)'s paper, who proposed a new approach for measuring vertical distribution of streamwise velocity in open channels. The discussers argue that their approach is conceptually incorrect and thus leads to a physically unrealistic situation. In addition, the discussers found some wrong mathematical expressions (which are assumed to be typos) written in the paper, and also point out that the authors did not cite some of the original papers on the topic.},
  subject      = {Geschwindigkeit},
  language  = {en}
}
@misc{Schuster,
  author    = {Schuster, Lara},
  title     = {Die Haltungen des Architekten Luigi Snozzi. Untersucht am Beispiel des Projektes Monte Carasso},
  volume    = {2021},
  publisher = {Lucia Verlag},
  address   = {Weimar},
  doi       = {10.25643/bauhaus-universitaet.4438},
  url       = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:gbv:wim2-20210603-44386},
  pages     = {17},
  abstract  = {Welche Haltung spricht aus den Werken von Architekt*innen? Lassen sich Werte und Handlungsanweisungen von Mauern und Pl{\"a}nen ablesen? Luigi Snozzis Entw{\"u}rfe f{\"u}r Monte Carasso werden in dieser Arbeit exemplarisch darauf untersucht. Sie zeugen von der Verantwortung, die jede*r Architekt*in f{\"u}r das Umfeld hat, in dem sie oder er baut.},
  subject      = {Architektur},
  language  = {de}
}
@phdthesis{Bianco,
  author    = {Bianco, Marcelo Jos{\´e}},
  title     = {Coupling between Shell and Generalized Beam Theory (GBT) elements},
  doi       = {10.25643/bauhaus-universitaet.4391},
  url       = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:gbv:wim2-20210315-43914},
  school      = {Bauhaus-Universit{\"a}t Weimar},
  pages     = {265},
  abstract  = {In the last decades, Finite Element Method has become the main method in statics and dynamics analysis in engineering practice. For current problems, this method provides a faster, more flexible solution than the analytic approach. Prognoses of complex engineer problems that used to be almost impossible to solve are now feasible. Although the finite element method is a robust tool, it leads to new questions about engineering solutions. Among these new problems, it is possible to divide into two major groups: the first group is regarding computer performance; the second one is related to understanding the digital solution. Simultaneously with the development of the finite element method for numerical solutions, a theory between beam theory and shell theory was developed: Generalized Beam Theory, GBT. This theory has not only a systematic and analytical clear presentation of complicated structural problems, but also a compact and elegant calculation approach that can improve computer performance. Regrettably, GBT was not internationally known since the most publications of this theory were written in German, especially in the first years. Only in recent years, GBT has gradually become a fertile research topic, with developments from linear to non-linear analysis. Another reason for the misuse of GBT is the isolated application of the theory. Although recently researches apply finite element method to solve the GBT's problems numerically, the coupling between finite elements of GBT and other theories (shell, solid, etc) is not the subject of previous research. Thus, the main goal of this dissertation is the coupling between GBT and shell/membrane elements. Consequently, one achieves the benefits of both sides: the versatility of shell elements with the high performance of GBT elements. Based on the assumptions of GBT, this dissertation presents how the separation of variables leads to two calculation's domains of a beam structure: a cross-section modal analysis and the longitudinal amplification axis. Therefore, there is the possibility of applying the finite element method not only in the cross-section analysis, but also the development for an exact GBT's finite element in the longitudinal direction. For the cross-section analysis, this dissertation presents the solution of the quadratic eigenvalue problem with an original separation between plate and membrane mechanism. Subsequently, one obtains a clearer representation of the deformation mode, as well as a reduced quadratic eigenvalue problem. Concerning the longitudinal direction, this dissertation develops the novel exact elements, based on hyperbolic and trigonometric shape functions. Although these functions do not have trivial expressions, they provide a recursive procedure that allows periodic derivatives to systematise the development of stiffness matrices. Also, these shape functions enable a single-element discretisation of the beam structure and ensure a smooth stress field. From these developments, this dissertation achieves the formulation of its primary objective: the connection of GBT and shell elements in a mixed model. Based on the displacement field, it is possible to define the coupling equations applied in the master-slave method. Therefore, one can model the structural connections and joints with finite shell elements and the structural beams and columns with GBT finite element. As a side effect, the coupling equations limit the displacement field of the shell elements under the assumptions of GBT, in particular in the neighbourhood of the coupling cross-section. Although these side effects are almost unnoticeable in linear analysis, they lead to cumulative errors in non-linear analysis. Therefore, this thesis finishes with the evaluation of the mixed GBT-shell models in non-linear analysis.},
  subject      = {Biegetheorie},
  language  = {en}
}
@misc{Alabassy,
  type      = {Master Thesis},
  author    = {Alabassy, Mohamed Said Helmy},
  title     = {Automated Approach for Building Information Modelling of Crack Damages via Image Segmentation and Image-based 3D Reconstruction},
  doi       = {10.25643/bauhaus-universitaet.6416},
  url       = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:gbv:wim2-20230818-64162},
  school      = {Bauhaus-Universit{\"a}t Weimar},
  pages     = {101},
  abstract  = {As machine vision-based inspection methods in the field of Structural Health Monitoring (SHM) continue to advance, the need for integrating resulting inspection and maintenance data into a centralised building information model for structures notably grows. Consequently, the modelling of found damages based on those images in a streamlined automated manner becomes increasingly important, not just for saving time and money spent on updating the model to include the latest information gathered through each inspection, but also to easily visualise them, provide all stakeholders involved with a comprehensive digital representation containing all the necessary information to fully understand the structure's current condition, keep track of any progressing deterioration, estimate the reduced load bearing capacity of the damaged element in the model or simulate the propagation of cracks to make well-informed decisions interactively and facilitate maintenance actions that optimally extend the service life of the structure. Though significant progress has been recently made in information modelling of damages, the current devised methods for the geometrical modelling approach are cumbersome and time consuming to implement in a full-scale model. For crack damages, an approach for a feasible automated image-based modelling is proposed utilising neural networks, classical computer vision and computational geometry techniques with the aim of creating valid shapes to be introduced into the information model, including related semantic properties and attributes from inspection data (e.g., width, depth, length, date, etc.). The creation of such models opens the door for further possible uses ranging from more accurate structural analysis possibilities to simulation of damage propagation in model elements, estimating deterioration rates and allows for better documentation, data sharing, and realistic visualisation of damages in a 3D model.},
  subject      = {Building Information Modeling},
  language  = {en}
}
@article{LashkarAraKalantariSheikhKhozanietal.,
  author    = {Lashkar-Ara, Babak and Kalantari, Niloofar and Sheikh Khozani, Zohreh and Mosavi, Amir},
  title     = {Assessing Machine Learning versus a Mathematical Model to Estimate the Transverse Shear Stress Distribution in a Rectangular Channel},
  series = {Mathematics},
  volume    = {2021},
  journal   = {Mathematics},
  number    = {Volume 9, Issue 6, Article 596},
  publisher = {MDPI},
  address   = {Basel},
  doi       = {10.3390/math9060596},
  url       = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:gbv:wim2-20210504-44197},
  pages     = {15},
  abstract  = {One of the most important subjects of hydraulic engineering is the reliable estimation of the transverse distribution in the rectangular channel of bed and wall shear stresses. This study makes use of the Tsallis entropy, genetic programming (GP) and adaptive neuro-fuzzy inference system (ANFIS) methods to assess the shear stress distribution (SSD) in the rectangular channel. To evaluate the results of the Tsallis entropy, GP and ANFIS models, laboratory observations were used in which shear stress was measured using an optimized Preston tube. This is then used to measure the SSD in various aspect ratios in the rectangular channel. To investigate the shear stress percentage, 10 data series with a total of 112 different data for were used. The results of the sensitivity analysis show that the most influential parameter for the SSD in smooth rectangular channel is the dimensionless parameter B/H, Where the transverse coordinate is B, and the flow depth is H. With the parameters (b/B), (B/H) for the bed and (z/H), (B/H) for the wall as inputs, the modeling of the GP was better than the other one. Based on the analysis, it can be concluded that the use of GP and ANFIS algorithms is more effective in estimating shear stress in smooth rectangular channels than the Tsallis entropy-based equations.},
  subject      = {Maschinelles Lernen},
  language  = {en}
}
@article{HarirchianKumariJadhavetal.,
  author    = {Harirchian, Ehsan and Kumari, Vandana and Jadhav, Kirti and Rasulzade, Shahla and Lahmer, Tom and Raj Das, Rohan},
  title     = {A Synthesized Study Based on Machine Learning Approaches for Rapid Classifying Earthquake Damage Grades to RC Buildings},
  series = {Applied Sciences},
  volume    = {2021},
  journal   = {Applied Sciences},
  number    = {Volume 11, issue 16, article 7540},
  publisher = {MDPI},
  address   = {Basel},
  doi       = {10.3390/app11167540},
  url       = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:gbv:wim2-20210818-44853},
  pages     = {1 -- 33},
  abstract  = {A vast number of existing buildings were constructed before the development and enforcement of seismic design codes, which run into the risk of being severely damaged under the action of seismic excitations. This poses not only a threat to the life of people but also affects the socio-economic stability in the affected area. Therefore, it is necessary to assess such buildings' present vulnerability to make an educated decision regarding risk mitigation by seismic strengthening techniques such as retrofitting. However, it is economically and timely manner not feasible to inspect, repair, and augment every old building on an urban scale. As a result, a reliable rapid screening methods, namely Rapid Visual Screening (RVS), have garnered increasing interest among researchers and decision-makers alike. In this study, the effectiveness of five different Machine Learning (ML) techniques in vulnerability prediction applications have been investigated. The damage data of four different earthquakes from Ecuador, Haiti, Nepal, and South Korea, have been utilized to train and test the developed models. Eight performance modifiers have been implemented as variables with a supervised ML. The investigations on this paper illustrate that the assessed vulnerability classes by ML techniques were very close to the actual damage levels observed in the buildings.},
  subject      = {Maschinelles Lernen},
  language  = {en}
}
@phdthesis{Fauth,
  author    = {Fauth, Judith},
  title     = {A process-oriented decision model for determining the permitability of construction projects},
  doi       = {10.25643/bauhaus-universitaet.4602},
  url       = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:gbv:wim2-20220309-46020},
  school      = {Bauhaus-Universit{\"a}t Weimar},
  pages     = {325},
  abstract  = {In recent years, the discussion of digitalization has arrived in the media, at conferences, and in committees of the construction and real estate industry. While some areas are producing innovations and some contributors can be described as pioneers, other topics still show deficits with regard to digital transformation. The building permit process can also be counted in this category. Regardless of how architects and engineers in planning offices rely on innovative methods, building documents have so far remained in paper form in too many cases, or are printed out after electronic submission to the authority. Existing resources - for example in the form of a building information model, which could provide support in the building permit process - are not being taken advantage of. In order to use digital tools to support decision-making by the building permit authorities, it is necessary to understand the current situation and to question conditions before pursuing the overall automation of internal authority processes as the sole solution. With a substantive-organizational consideration of the relevant areas that influence building permit determination, an improvement of the building permit procedure within authorities is proposed. Complex areas - such as legal situations, the use of technology, as well as the subjective alternative action - are determined and structured. With the development of a model for the determination of building permitability, both an understanding of influencing factors is conveyed and an increase in transparency for all parties involved is created. In addition to an international literature review, an empirical study served as the research method. The empirical study was conducted in the form of qualitative expert interviews in order to determine the current state in the field of building permit procedures. The collected data material was processed and subsequently subjected to a software-supported content analysis. The results were processed, in combination with findings from the literature review, in various analyses to form the basis for a proposed model. The result of the study is a decision model that closes the gap between the current processes within the building authorities and an overall automation of the building permit review process. The model offers support to examiners and applicants in determining building permit eligibility, through its process-oriented structuring of decision-relevant facts. The theoretical model could be transferred into practice in the form of a web application.},
  subject      = {Baugenehmigung},
  language  = {en}
}
@unpublished{KhosraviSheikhKhozaniMao,
  author    = {Khosravi, Khabat and Sheikh Khozani, Zohreh and Mao, Luka},
  title     = {A comparison between advanced hybrid machine learning algorithms and empirical equations applied to abutment scour depth prediction},
  doi       = {10.25643/bauhaus-universitaet.4388},
  url       = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:gbv:wim2-20210311-43889},
  pages     = {43},
  abstract  = {Complex vortex flow patterns around bridge piers, especially during floods, cause scour process that can result in the failure of foundations. Abutment scour is a complex three-dimensional phenomenon that is difficult to predict especially with traditional formulas obtained using empirical approaches such as regressions. This paper presents a test of a standalone Kstar model with five novel hybrid algorithm of bagging (BA-Kstar), dagging (DA-Kstar), random committee (RC-Kstar), random subspace (RS-Kstar), and weighted instance handler wrapper (WIHWKstar) to predict scour depth (ds) for clear water condition. The dataset consists of 99 scour depth data from flume experiments (Dey and Barbhuiya, 2005) using abutment shapes such as vertical, semicircular and 45◦ wing. Four dimensionless parameter of relative flow depth (h/l), excess abutment Froude number (Fe), relative sediment size (d50/l) and relative submergence (d50/h) were considered for the prediction of relative scour depth (ds/l). A portion of the dataset was used for the calibration (70\%), and the remaining used for model validation. Pearson correlation coefficients helped deciding relevance of the input parameters combination and finally four different combinations of input parameters were used. The performance of the models was assessed visually and with quantitative metrics. Overall, the best input combination for vertical abutment shape is the combination of Fe, d50/l and h/l, while for semicircular and 45◦ wing the combination of the Fe and d50/l is the most effective input parameter combination. Our results show that incorporating Fe, d50/l and h/l lead to higher performance while involving d50/h reduced the models prediction power for vertical abutment shape and for semicircular and 45◦ wing involving h/l and d50/h lead to more error. The WIHW-Kstar provided the highest performance in scour depth prediction around vertical abutment shape while RC-Kstar model outperform of other models for scour depth prediction around semicircular and 45◦ wing.},
  subject      = {maschinelles Lernen},
  language  = {en}
}