M.S. Theses: Recent submissions

  • Development of link-capacity functions for Istanbul freeways 
    Gün, Furkan. (Thesis (M.S.)-Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2007., 2007.)
    The relationships between traffic flow and travel time are called link-capacity functions and are fundamental inputs for capacity restrained trip assignment methods. In order to estimate realistic results for travel demand, ...
  • Modular landfill design 
    Öztemur, Alpay. (Thesis (M.S.)-Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2007., 2007.)
    Transition to solid waste sanitary landfilling is one the most important environmental problems of Turkey due to implementation of European Environmental Regulations. Due to the large number of the municipalities, high ...
  • Ambient vibration signature analysis with subspace methods: a case studies 
    Alıcıoğlu, Bilge (Thesis (M.S.)-Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2006., 2006.)
    This thesis addresses the issue of determining the structural modal parameters (natural frequencies, damping ratios and mode shapes) using the freely available ambient vibration measurements. The analysis methods considered ...
  • Comparison of linear and nonlinear methods for seismic evaluation of existing reinforced concrete buildings in the Turkish earthquake code 2007 
    Akgül, Bahadır. (Thesis (M.S.)-Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2007., 2007.)
    Importance of more accurate estimation of the seismic behavior of buildings has been steadily increasing since the 1999 Marmara Earthquake. This increasing trend intensifies the need for a new Earthquake Code in Turkey. ...
  • A study on the utilization of steel slag in concrete 
    Arslan, Ehat Giray. (Thesis (M.S.)-Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2007., 2007.)
    Steel slag is a by-product of the steel production. The scope of this thesis is to investigate the effect of steel slags, using as replacement of Portland cement, on the physical and mechanical properties of mortars and ...
  • Arterial signal coordination and optimization: a case study in Istanbul 
    Avrenli, Kıvanç Ahmet. (Thesis (M.S.)-Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2006., 2006.)
    Traffic congestion, which is a major stress creator in urban life, does not only stand to depress people but also gives rise to considerable costs to the economy. The total annual cost of traffic congestion in Istanbul is ...
  • Numerical modeling of an uncofined aquifer dewatering and a soil vapor extraction system: a case study 
    Çiftçi, Emin. (Thesis (M.S.)-Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2006., 2006.)
    Contamination of soil and groundwater with volatile organic compounds has become a serious environmental issue. Soil vapor extraction (SVE) can be considered as one of the most commonly utilized techniques to remove these ...
  • Modeling and analysis of the historical masonry structures 
    Şen, Betül. (Thesis (M.S.)-Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2006., 2006.)
    The modeling and the analysis of the historical masonry structures are difficult and complex tasks. Modeling and analysis procedures can be adequately carried out provided that deep knowledge is collected about the history ...
  • Earthquake effects on historical masonry buildings in Üsküdar 
    Temel, Orçun Nazım. (Thesis (M.S.)-Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2006., 2006.)
    The purpose of this study is, identifying historical masonry structures in Üsküdar area and according to the known information about their history, revealing the damages occurred from the previous earthquakes. For this ...
  • Pigeon rock casino 
    Farah, Usamah L. (Thesis (M.S.) - Robert College. Faculty of Graduate School of Engineering, 1964., 1964.)
  • Structural identification of the Sehzade Mehmed Mosque through static and dynamic analyses 
    Artar, Musa. (Thesis (M.S.)-Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2006., 2006.)
    Built between 1543-1548 by the great Turkish architect Mimar Sinan to commemorate the memory of one of the legendary Ottoman Emperor Süleyman's sons, the prince Mehmet, the Sehzade Mehmet Mosque is considered to be one of ...
  • Response modification factors for concentrically braced steel frames 
    Odabaşı, Bülent Özgür. (Thesis (M.S.)-Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2006., 2006.)
    The verification of the response modification factors (R) for concentrically inverted- V and X-braced 2D steel frames (for which there is no distinction for the R values in TEC- 2006) is the scope of this study. In this ...
  • Response midification factors for moment resisting and eccentrically braced steel frames 
    Demir, Aydın. (Thesis (M.S.)-Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2006., 2006.)
    The verification of the response modification factors (R) (which are assigned to be the same in TEC-2006) for moment resisting and eccentrically braced 2D steel frames is the scope of this study. In this thesis, response ...
  • Analysis of the behavior of geotextile reinforced slopes with different kinds of foundations, backfills and inclinations with finite elements method 
    Dosay, Serhat. (Thesis (M.S.)-Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2006., 2006.)
    Geotextiles have developed into common materials on many retaining wall and embankment projects throughout the world. This widespread acceptance of geotextiles is a result of thousands of successful installations, many ...
  • Calibration of delay formulas for saturated and unsaturated signalized intersections in Istanbul 
    Coşkun, Volkan. (Thesis (M.S.)-Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2006., 2006.)
    In order to minimize delay incurred at signalized intersections and provide the intended improvements, the calculation of delay should have good correlation with the actual delay times. This study is aimed to provide ...
  • Seismic response of concentrically braced steel frames with INERD (Innovative energy dissipative) connections 
    Saydam, Duygu. (Thesis (M.S.)-Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2006., 2006.)
    Concentrically braced frames are capable of undertaking the drift problems with economical solutions under sligth and moderate earthquakes. However, this type of frames are known to have limited ductility capacity under ...
  • Agent based modeling of single asset markets 
    Durahim, Ahmet Onur. (Thesis (M.S.)-Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2006., 2006.)
    Understanding of the human behaviors has been a life long attempt along the history of science. This attempt has been accelerated along with the increasing speed of the computers which helps researchers to develop modern ...
  • Numerical analysis of reinforced earth abutments 
    Ekli, Onur. (Thesis (M.S.)-Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2006., 2006.)
    This study is focused on numerical modeling of reinforced earth abutment walls with strip reinforcements as well as their working principles, elements, structural analysis techniques, and behaviour under seismic loads. ...
  • Finite element analysis of tieback wall using plaxis: a case study 
    Hayta, Özkan. (Thesis (M.S.)-Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2005., 2005.)
    During the past 15 years, significant development has taken place in the techniques of tieback wall. Anchored wall has gained world-wide acceptance in both theory and practice due to its economy, technical and practical ...
  • Free vibration analysis of a non-uniform free-ended beam with weighted residual methods 
    Peköz, Zeynep Çiğdem. (Thesis (M.S.)-Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2005., 2005.)
    In this study the transverse vibration of a non-uniform free-ended beam is analyzedby solving its governing differential equation based on Euler-Bernoulli Theory withweighted residual methods as approximate methods. First, ...

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