M.S. Theses: Recent submissions

  • Dilatancy based calculation of lateral earth thrust and the locked-in stress concept 
    Gezgin, Ahmet Talha. (Thesis (M.S.) - Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2015., 2015.)
    Precise calculation of the loads and stresses that are acting on structures that are interacting with soils is central to the design of geotechnical structures. Accordingly, calculation of vertical soil stresses is a ...
  • Evaluation of a simple method for the preliminary design of low-to-medium rise reinforced concrete structures 
    Akalp, Selahattin. (Thesis (M.S.) - Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2015., 2015.)
    A simple method is evaluated in this study for suitability to the preliminary design of low-to-medium rise reinforced concrete building-type structures without significant irregularity problems. The method discussed herein, ...
  • Origin and destination inference of bus passengers: Isnabul case study 
    Fidanoğlu, Akif. (Thesis (M.S.) - Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2015., 2014.)
    With the advance technology used in the public transportation systems it has become much easier to monitor the trips of the passengers. Most of the public transportation systems record the passengers when they start their ...
  • Seismic behavior of buckling restrained braced frames 
    Sinabadi, Shervin Bashiri. (Thesis (M.S.) - Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2015., 2015.)
    In this study the seismic performance of buckling restrained braced frames in steel structures in Turkey are addressed. A set of three (low rise), six (mid rise) and ten (high rise) buildings is assessed and compared. ...
  • Life cycle costing analysis of insulation applications for existing buildings in Turkey 
    Çağlayan, Sedat Semih. (Thesis (M.S.) - Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2014., 2014.)
    The energy efficiencies of existing buildings can be improved by upgrading the building envelope through insulation application on outer walls and ceilings. The objective of this study is to perform life cycle costing ...
  • Integration of actual behavior of fixed connections to the design of steel structures 
    Tanış, Burak. (Thesis (M.S.) - Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2014., 2014.)
    Unexpected failure of fully welded steel beam to column connections during the 1994 Northridge Earthquake has led the engineering community to study new design methods against seismic action of steel buildings. Semi-rigid ...
  • Strain based selection of friction angle for geotechnical design 
    Sancak, Emirhan. (Thesis (M.S.) - Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2014., 2014.)
    When it comes to make a decision on selecting a design friction angle for geotech- nical engineering applications, engineers either prefer to use peak friction angle accept- ing a smaller factor of safety or use the critical ...
  • Lime stabilization of soils 
    Erol, Bayhan. (Thesis (M.S.)- Robert College. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 1966., 1966.)
  • Risk based approach to PML estimation for single-storey reinforced concrete industrial buildings and its impact on earthquake insurance rates 
    Eren, Ceyhun. (Thesis (M.S.) - Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2014., 2014.)
    Estimating earthquake losses is an important issue for many private and public bodies. As a major stakeholder, insurers need realistic Probable Maximum Loss (PML) values to foresee the possible losses they would face after ...
  • Modelling innovation performance of Turkish construction companies 
    Oral, Kutluhan. (Thesis (M.S.) - Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2014., 2014.)
    The construction industry has always been high importance of the national economy. Due to increasing pressures from clients to improve quality, reduce costs and speed up construction processes, innovation can be a key ...
  • Critical success factors for public private partnership projects in the Turkish construction industry 
    Durna, Elif. (Thesis (M.S.) - Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2014., 2014.)
    Public Private Partnership (PPP) has become in both developed and developing countries as an essential procurement method in delivering public services. PPPs could be classified in five main models as service contract ...
  • Analytical modeling of squat walls with shear-controlled responses 
    Örendil, . Arif Emir. (Thesis (M.S.) - Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2014., 2014.)
    In this study, a new finite element modeling methodology is implemented for simulating the in-plane hysteretic lateral load behavior of squat walls with aspect ratios not larger than 1.0, the response of which is governed ...
  • Application problems of the repair and seismic retrofit procurements and solution proposals 
    Oktar, Hüseyin. (Thesis (M.S.) - Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2014., 2014.)
    This thesis presents an analysis and findings of the problems of retrofitting procurement by means of literature survey and publications provided by the Public Procurement Authority (PPA) of Turkey that covers all demand ...
  • Parametric finite element analysis of steel beams subjected to lateral torsional buckling 
    Şengül, Tuğkan. (Thesis (M.S.) - Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2014., 2014.)
    Lateral torsional buckling is a failure criteria for beams in exure. The AISC de nes lateral torsional buckling as the buckling mode of a exural member involving de ection normal to the plane of bending occurring ...
  • Development of a competitiveness model for international contracting firms 
    Kuş, Cansu. (Thesis (M.S.) - Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2014., 2014.)
    Competitiveness is an important research topic in construction business. Con- tractors need to assess their competitive position in order to sustain their existence in increasing globalization and erce competition ...
  • Social influences on trip mode-choices in non-daily trips 
    Yavaş, Dünya. (Thesis (M.S.) - Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2013., 2013.)
    Classical choice models in transportation assume that individuals are 100% rational and indifferent to choices of other individuals. Behavioral economics try to relax these assumptions and try to uncover the unobserved ...
  • Modal testing of a retrofitted building 
    Dalkılıç, Ziya. (Thesis (M.S.) - Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2013., 2013.)
    ETA-B Building located in Bo gazi ci University, North Campus is monitored before, during and after its retro tting process by previous researchers. An Enhanced Frequency Domain Decomposition identi cation algorithm is ...
  • A shorter analysis concerning the problems of the hydraulical and constructional aspects of tainter gates 
    Çavuşoğlu, Kayhan C. (Thesis (M.S.)- Robert College. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 1966., 1966.)
  • Structural health monitoring of a tall building 
    Kırkpınar, Erdinç. (Thesis (M.S.) - Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2013., 2013.)
    In mega cities such as Istanbul, tall buildings are inevitable outcomes of limited construction areas; however in earthquake prone mega cities again such as Istanbul, adequate precautionary measures for tall buildings must ...
  • Investigation of soil amplification on geosynthetic reinforced soil retaining walls 
    Diren, Meriç. (Thesis (M.S.) - Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2013., 2013.)
    Geosynthetic Reinforced Soil Retaining Wall concept is basically reinforcing a soil mass to form a wall from the soil which has a little tensional strength. These structures have been used all around the world for nearly ...

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