A comparative study of LightGBM, XGBoost, and GEP models in shear strength management of SFRC-SBWS

O Alshboul, G Almasabha, A Shehadeh, K Al-Shboul - Structures, 2024 - Elsevier
Steel fiber reinforced concrete (SFRC) was revealed to have superior mechanical properties
compared to plain concrete, especially under shear loads. However, Due to a lack of …

A comparative study of shear strength prediction models for SFRC deep beams without stirrups using Machine learning algorithms

O Alshboul, G Almasabha, KF Al-Shboul, A Shehadeh - Structures, 2023 - Elsevier
This study aims to evaluate the shear strength of stirrups-free Steel Fiber Reinforced
Concrete (SFRC) deep beams and to predict their shear strength values using Machine …

Machine learning-based models for predicting the shear strength of synthetic fiber reinforced concrete beams without stirrups

G Almasabha, KF Al-Shboul, A Shehadeh, O Alshboul - Structures, 2023 - Elsevier
Stirrups can be added to reinforced concrete (RC) beams made of plain concrete to increase
the shear strength providing better performance against embrittlement. If the need for shear …

[HTML][HTML] Evaluating the impact of external support on green building construction cost: A hybrid mathematical and machine learning prediction approach

O Alshboul, A Shehadeh, G Almasabha, REA Mamlook… - Buildings, 2022 - mdpi.com
As a fundamental feature of green building cost forecasting, external support is crucial.
However, minimal research efforts have been directed to develo** practical models for …

[HTML][HTML] Prediction liquidated damages via ensemble machine learning model: Towards sustainable highway construction projects

O Alshboul, A Shehadeh, REA Mamlook, G Almasabha… - Sustainability, 2022 - mdpi.com
Highway construction projects are important for financial and social development in the
United States. Such types of construction are usually accompanied by construction delay …

[HTML][HTML] Machine learning-based model for predicting the shear strength of slender reinforced concrete beams without stirrups

O Alshboul, G Almasabha, A Shehadeh, REA Mamlook… - Buildings, 2022 - mdpi.com
The influence of concrete mix properties on the shear strength of slender structured concrete
beams without stirrups (SRCB-WS) is a widespread point of contention. Over the past six …

[HTML][HTML] Computing models to predict the compressive strength of engineered cementitious composites (ECC) at various mix proportions

K Ghafor, HU Ahmed, RH Faraj, AS Mohammed… - Sustainability, 2022 - mdpi.com
Concrete has relatively high compressive strength (resists breaking when squeezed) but
significantly lower tensile strength (vulnerable to breaking when pulled apart). The …

Numerical simulation of hydraulic fracture extension patterns at the interface of coal-measure composite rock mass with Cohesive Zone Model

J Ma, X Li, Q Yao, K Tan - Journal of Cleaner Production, 2023 - Elsevier
This study presents the development of a numerical computational model for hydraulic
fracturing of coal-measure rock mass. The model is based on the BK hybrid fracture energy …

Integrative strategies for social inclusion and equity: Enhancing refugee access to higher education in Jordan

R AlKharouf, A Shehadeh, A Alrefaee, O Alshboul - Heliyon, 2024 - cell.com
Incorporating sustainability principles into refugee education, an often overlooked yet crucial
domain is pivotal for future societal development. Focusing on UNHCR's directive in Jordan …

Structural performance of buried reinforced concrete pipelines under deep embankment soil

G Almasabha, A Shehadeh, O Alshboul… - Construction …, 2023 - emerald.com
Purpose Buried pipelines under various soil embankment heights are cost-effective
alternatives to transporting liquid products. This paper aims to assist pipeline architects and …