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Briggs, B (2021) An improved earned value management method integrating quality and safety, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.
Chokwitthaya, C (2020) A framework for augmenting building performance models using machine learning and immersive virtual environment, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.
Delatte, G (2014) The effects of three dimensional modeling on labor productivity through enhancing visualization of craft workers in the industrial construction industry, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.
Dunlap, C D (2012) A safety elements model for the building construction industry, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.
Ittmann, J T (2020) Liability of the structural engineer: Establishing, quantifying, and managing risks, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.
Jadallah, H (2021) Educational theory-embedded training for construction industry professionals, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.
Joukar, A (2016) Analysis and management of the price volatility in the construction industry, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.
Kereri, J O (2020) The effects of relational and social behaviors exhibited by construction project team members on relationship quality and project outcomes, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.
Mojahed, S (2005) A project improvement system for effective management of construction projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.
Monko, R J (2015) Interorganizational collaboration and systemic change framework for building information modeling (BIM) adoption, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.
Nimbarte, A D (2009) Modeling the risk factors associated with the neck disorders during manual material handling tasks, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.
Orooji, F (2015) Risk-based wind loss and mitigation for residential wood framed construction, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.
- Type: Thesis
- Keywords: residential; homes; decision making; variations; United States; Monte Carlo simulation; simulation
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- URL: https://www.proquest.com/docview/2674876531
- Abstract:
As a result of increasing windstorm losses in the United States over the past 50 years, a variety of residential wind hazard mitigation methods have been suggested. Mitigation undoubtedly reduces windstorm losses; however, the expected economic risk reduction of mitigation practices over the life of the building depends on the building characteristics (i.e., capacity) and the intensity and occurrence of wind speeds (i.e., demand). Effective decision making requires estimation of potential future losses based on many variables. Many models, primarily mechanics-based simulation models, have been developed to predict building damage from wind events; however; fewer models of economic loss have been developed, although economic losses are more easily quantified over a spatial domain and have the potential for more effective widespread use. Additionally, many existing models consider damage and loss as a function of basic wind speed in open terrain and few address the variation in loss due to changes in surface roughness, although surface roughness is a critical component in surface wind speed. In spite of advancements in damage and loss modeling, the limitations of existing publications (e.g., geographically limited in scope, limited to specific building types, limited to specific events, limited to open terrain) prevent generalization and application of the results on a nationwide basis to support development of a mitigation decision-making framework.To address these limitations, this research presents a methodology to calculate tabular expected annual loss (EAL) results for 160 variations of one-story, single-family homes at each ASCE 7-10 wind contour through Monte Carlo simulation of local annual maximum wind speeds convolved with Hazus-MH economic loss functions for open terrain and non-open terrain. The results are integrated into a decision-making framework designed to provide customized consumer-level guidance to assist the mitigation decision-making process based on location, terrain, years of interest, and building configuration. The results provide practical results in an easy-to-use format to facilitate consumer-level mitigation decision making.
Payne, A S (2021) Impact of personality traits and team criteria on construction team performance, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.
Pecquet, C F (2013) Measuring safety climate as an indicator of effective safety and health programs in the construction industry, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.
Rogers, B W (2010) It's not just about the buildings, it's about the people: Architecture practice, and preservation in post-Katrina New Orleans, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.
Trahan, G N, Jr. (2009) A comparison of the effectiveness of two alternative instructional strategies for teaching basic construction surveying concepts, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.
Weldu, Y W (2016) Automated generation and visualization of initial construction schedules from building information models, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.
White, J A (1964) Determination of income and financial reporting for long-term construction-type contracts, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.