Mugahed Amran

A simplified mechanics-based model for unified ductility estimation of RC beams under static and dynamic loading

One of the most important performance parameters that control the ability of reinforced concrete (RC) members to support inelastic deformation and energy dissipation without catastrophic failure, especially under extreme loading circumstances, is ductility. The accurate prediction of the ductility of curvature is cruci...

Interfacial bond failure analysis of NSC–CGM repair overlay: Experimental evidence, explainable AI, and code-based prevention

Mechanical performance and limited embodied-carbon assessment of concrete incorporating desert sand and surface-modified waste rubber

The rapid depletion of natural river sand resources and the increasing accumulation of waste tyres have intensified the demand for sustainable alternative materials that can simultaneously reduce resource consumption and environmental burdens in the construction industry. Although desert sand and waste rubber have each...

Innovative development of an advanced machine learning modeling for predicting compressive strength of graphene-infused concrete: a SHAP and PDP approach

The quasi-brittle response of cementitious materials continues to limit their structural efficiency, necessitating advanced reinforcement strategies. While conventional fibers improve mechanical performance, the emergence of graphene-based nanomaterials offers new opportunities to tailor interfacial interactions and en...

Experimental investigation on enhancing the geotechnical properties of sabkha soil using sodium silicate and waste glass powder to reduce collapsibility.

Sabkha soils, widely distributed in arid coastal regions, are characterized by high salinity, metastable structure, and low bearing capacity, posing significant challenges for geotechnical applications. Although sustainable stabilization methods have been increasingly explored, the application of alkali-activated waste...