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AIT Consulting Brief Project Data Sheet Energy Sector

Project Name Design of solar thermal systems using RETscreen Version 4 Location: Thailand Brief Description Conduct training on the design of solar thermal systems using RETscreen software (Version 4) participants from industry, public and private sector, and university professionals. The applications of RETscreen for mitigating green house emissions were highlighted and the economic analysis of projects discussed. The objective of the project was to study the contributions of bio-energy to rural development and poverty alleviation. The primary task of the project was to carry out an assessment of the potentials of all types of bioenergy i.e. liquid, solid and gas for rural development in the first phase and to identify major barriers to bioenergy production and use in the second phase. In addition, case studies of each form of bioenergy were undertaken in the second phase. The main activity of this project was to organize an Asian regional workshop on urban energy access and development in Jakarta, Indonesia. The workshop provided an opportunity to disseminate the findings of studies on access to modern energy by households in urban and peri-urban areas carried out by nodal centers of Global Network on Energy for Sustainable Development (GNESD) as well as by others in Asia. This workshop was designed to stimulate regional level discussion on opportunities available with low carbon green growth and improve capacity to identity relevant policies, programs and projects for putting them into practice.

Bio-energy for Rural Development and Poverty Alleviation Location: Thailand

Regional Workshop in Urban Energy Access and Development Location: Indonesia

Regional Workshop on Opportunities and Priorities for Low Carbon Green Growth in Asia Location: Thailand Green House gas emission mitigation at AIT: Reducing GHG Emission Through Energy Conservation Location: Thailand

To carry out studies at AIT, and implement activities to reduce GHG emissions. The specific objectives of the study were to study and analyze the current electricity consumption pattern, to implement energy efficiency and energy conservation through policy and technical measures to reduce electricity bill, and to promote energy conservation and green house gas emissions reduction for a low carbon society.

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Construction sector

Project Name Structural Performance Evaluation and Retrofitting of Government Building Client: Sy^2 + Associates, Inc. Number of Stories : 19 2 Floor Area : 150,000 m Location : Manila, Philippines Scope of Work : Structural Performance Evaluation and Retrofitting Central Embassy Park Building Client: Central Retail Corporation Number of stories: 37 stories + 6 basements 2 Floor area: 150,000 m Type of building: Hotel & Shopping Complex Structural system: Reinforced concrete moment resisting building with shear walls Location: Bangkok, Thailand Scope of work: Structural system review, development and detailed design

Brief Description The building is a reinforced concrete structure, 40.5 meters high, constructed in 1981. The entire building is composed of three areas; each area was built with irregular horizontal and vertical geometry, which increases torsion effects during earthquakes. After the evaluation, it was found that the building needed to be strengthened to meet the target building performance level. Global structural strengthening measures were used by adding steel frames in some critical locations as well as using the column jacketing technique to enhance the performance. The building is a reinforced concrete structure with shear walls. The entire building has 37 stories and 6 basements with a floor area of 150,000 m2 and was built with irregular horizontal and vertical geometry, which increases torsion effects during earthquakes. After the evaluation, it is found that the building needed to be strengthened to meet the target building performance level. Global structural strengthening measures were used by adding steel frames in some critical locations as well as using the column jacketing technique to enhance the performance.

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Project Name Baecon Tower 2 Client: Sy^2 + Associates, Inc. Number of stories: 48 2 Floor area: 45,000 m Type of building: Residential Building Structural system: Reinforced concrete moment resisting building with shear walls Location: Manila, Philippines Scope of work: Performance based design Baecon Tower 3 Client: Sy^2 + Associates, Inc. Number of stories: 44 2 Floor area: 56,000 m Type of building: Residential Building Structural system: Reinforced concrete moment resisting building with shear walls Location: Manila, Philippines Scope of work: Performance based design Anchor Skysuites Building Client: Sy^2 + Associates, Inc. Number of stories: 57 2 Floor area: 85,000 m Type of building: Residential Building Structural system: Reinforced concrete moment resisting building with shear walls Location: Manila, Philippines Scope of work: Performance based design Gramercy Residences Client: Century Properties Inc. Number of stories: 70 stories + 5 basements 2 Floor area: 100,000 m Type of building: Residential Building Structural system: Reinforced concrete moment resisting building with shear walls Location: Manila, Philippines Scope of work: Performance based evaluation

Brief Description The building is a reinforced concrete structure with shear walls. The entire building has 48 stories with a floor area of 45,000 m2. After the evaluation, it was found that the building needed to be strengthened to meet the target building performance level. Global structural strengthening measures were used by adding steel frames in some critical locations as well as using the column jacketing technique to enhance the performance.

The building is a reinforced concrete structure with shear walls. The entire building has 44 stories with a floor area of 56,000 m2 After the evaluation; it was found that the building needed to be strengthened to meet the target building performance level. Global structural strengthening measures were used by adding steel frames in some critical locations as well as using the column jacketing technique to enhance the performance.

The building is a reinforced concrete structure with shear walls. The entire building has 57 stories with a floor area of 85,000 m2. After the evaluation, it was found that the building needed to be strengthened to meet the target building performance level. Global structural strengthening measures were used by adding steel frames in some critical locations as well as using the column jacketing technique to enhance the performance.

The building is a reinforced concrete structure with shear walls. The entire building has 70 stories + 5 basements with a floor area of 100,000 m2. After the evaluation, it was found that the building needed to be strengthened to meet the target building performance level. Global structural strengthening measures were used by adding steel frames in some critical locations as well as using the column jacketing technique to enhance the performance.

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Project Name Knightsbridge Building Client: Century Properties Inc. Number of stories: 68 stories + 7 basements 2 Floor area: 100,000 m Type of building: Residential Building Structural system: Reinforced concrete moment resisting building with shear walls Location: Manila, Philippines Scope of work: Performance based evaluation Park Terraces Tower 1 Client: Century Properties Inc. Number of stories: 50 stories + 3 basements 2 Floor area: 79,000 m Type of building: Residential Building Structural system: Ductile core wall system Location: Manila, Philippines Scope of work: Performance based evaluation Serendra II Client: Ayala Land Inc. Number of stories: 19 stories + 3 basements 2 Floor area: 49,000 m Type of building: Residential Building Structural system: Reinforced concrete moment resisting building with shear walls Location: Manila, Philippines Scope of work: Performance based evaluation 42- Storey Tower Number of stories: 42 stories + 3 basements 2 Floor area: 50,000 m Type of building: Residential Building Structural system: Reinforced concrete building with a primary lateral load resisting system composed of shear walls and movement resisting frame. Location: Manila, Philippines Scope of work: Structural Design Review Sandwich Panel Building Number of stories: 2 stories Type of building: Residential Building Structural system: Reinforced concrete building with a primary lateral load resisting system composed of shear walls and movement resisting frame. Location: Bangkok, Thailand Scope of work: Seismic Performance Evaluation

Brief Description The building is a reinforced concrete structure with shear walls. The entire building has 68 stories + 7 basements with a floor area of 100,000 m2. After the evaluation, it was found that the building needed to be strengthened to meet the target building performance level. Global structural strengthening measures were used by adding steel frames in some critical locations as well as using the column jacketing technique to enhance the performance.

The building is a reinforced concrete structure with shear walls. The entire building has 50 stories + 3 basements with a floor area of 79,000 m2. After the evaluation, it was found that the building needed to be strengthened to meet the target building performance level. Global structural strengthening measures were used by adding steel frames in some critical locations as well as using the column jacketing technique to enhance the performance. The building is a reinforced concrete structure with shear walls. The entire building has 19 stories + 3 basements with a floor area of 49,000 m2. After the evaluation, it was found that the building needed to be strengthened to meet the target building performance level. Global structural strengthening measures were used by adding steel frames in some critical locations as well as using the column jacketing technique to enhance the performance. The building is a reinforced concrete building with a primary lateral load resisting system composed of shear walls and movement resisting frame. The entire building has 42 stories + 3 basements with a floor area of 50,000 m2. Structural design verification and sequential construction analysis was carried out. It was concluded that the overall design of the building was within the margin of safety. After the evaluation, it was found that the building needed to be strengthened to meet the target building performance level. The building is a reinforced concrete building with a primary lateral load resisting system composed of shear walls and movement resisting frame. The entire building has 2 stories. Seismic performance evaluation of the building was carried out by laboratory testing and structural analysis and performance evaluation by ACECOMS, AIT, THAILAND. Structural design verification and sequential construction analysis was carried out. After the evaluation, it was found that the building needed to be strengthened to meet the target building performance level.

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Project Name Design of Box Girder Bridges for Thimpu Expressway Location: Bhutan

Brief Description Green Peace Enterprise in collaboration with ACECOMS completed the design of two bridges namely; Semtokha Rongchu and Ngabi Rongchu. These bridges are located on the ThimpuBabesa Expressway. The work was submitted to The Department of Roads (DOR), Ministry of Communications, Royal Government of Bhutan. Semtokha Bridge is a 50 meter single span bridge with post-tensioned box girder deck. The Ngabi Bridge is 102 meter long arch conventional reinforced concrete bridge. Various state-of-the-art software were used for the analysis and design of these structures. Development of comprehensive software for the automated design of the houses, incorporating various design and construction processes was conducted. In addition to this software, ACECOMS conducted a full scale testing of walls constructed by this method. These tests were carried out at the structural engineering labs at AIT, and many modifications were suggested by ACECOMS in the design of walls and blocks Technical investigation was conducted to evaluate the structural damage caused by fire and propose remedial measures.

Development of Software for the Automated Planning and Design of Block Houses Location: Thailand

Evaluation and Remedial Measures for Fire Damage Location: Thailand

Evaluation and Remedial Measures for Slab and Foundation Problems Location: Thailand

The project involved an independent investigation into the cracking of the factory floor. An inspection of the floor and topping, identifying the extent and nature of cracking that has taken place, identifying the primary reason for its occurrence and propose suitable methods and solutions for repair. The main objective was to determine the ultimate load capacity of the individual blocks of various configuration, walls and columns of various dimensions. A series of tests were performed on above specimens at the laboratory of the Structural Engineering and Construction Division of Asian Institute of Technology. To research proposed herein will involve an experimental study of a new structural system to resist seismic forces called moment frames with knee brace. The research work involves a quasi-static testing and numerical simulations of the frame assemblages.

Investigation Into the Usage of Interlocking Cement Blocks as Load Bearing Walls and Columns Location: Thailand

Seismic Behavior of Steel BeamColumn Connection with Knee Brace Location: Thailand

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Project Name Dynamic Modal Analysis of a 40 Story Building Location: Thailand

Brief Description A dynamic modal analysis was conducted to determine the natural frequencies of vibration and the corresponding mode shapes. The building was modeled in three dimensions using appropriate beam and plate elements and the analysis was carried out on STRAND6.16 software. The results of this analysis were used for wind load characterization and analysis. In one of the industrial plants at Rayong, Thailand, some cracks were observed in a few beams. These cracks were observed nearly two months after the casting of these beams. ACECOMS was invited to review the structural significance of these cracks and suggested remedial measures. The investigation was carried out in two parts. First a general review of the structural design, observation of the cracks at site and preliminary nondestructive testing of concrete was done. Second, load testing of the structure by filling of the water tanks and by application of additional loads on the cracked beams was conducted. Wind analysis of a 90 m chimney stack was conducted for Thai Caprolactum Public Company Limited. Modeling, analysis, computations and software development were done by ACECOMS. In 1993, the Department of Public Works, Ministry of Interior proposed to build a new road, Buddha Bucha road, which approaches the Phra Pathom Chedi (the oldest pagoda in Thailand). It was postulated that the vibration due to additional vehicular traffic on the proposed new road may cause distress to the pagoda structure. The effect of vibration from vehicular traffic on the stability of the Chedi was therefore studied, in order to find out some measures for protecting this valuable ancient place. To study the effect of traffic vibrations on the strength & stability of the Chedi, Finite Element Analysis was performed using STRAND 6.15 software. The study reveals that the traffic vibrations on the proposed new road may not affect the stability of Phra Pathom Chedi structure in a scale as to cause sudden collapse. Nevertheless, the additional tensile stresses due to the traffic vibration is undesirable, as cracks can be initiated and propagated, leading gradually to the overall deterioration of the structure The dynamic properties of about forty (40) tall reinforced concrete buildings in Bangkok will be identified by an ambient vibration method. Based on the results obtained, appropriate empirical formulas for estimating building fundamental periods will be derived, and a method to construct accurate building dynamic models will be developed. The seismic performance of six (6) representative buildings were extensively evaluated by nonlinear pushover analysis, and economic and effective corrections of retrofit schemes to improve the seismic performance will be identifies. Based on these results, practical seismic design guidelines were made

Investigation on Cracks in Concrete Beams Location: Thailand

Wind Analysis of a 90 m high Chimney Stack Location: Thailand A study on the effect of vibration from traffic on the oldest pagoda in Thailand Location: Thailand

Seismic Hazard Assessment and Mitigation of Seismic Risk in Thailand (Phase 1): Sub-Project 3 and 4 Location: Thailand

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Project Name Structural Analysis and Design of Nigeria Crossing Bridge Location: Lagos, Nigeria

Brief Description The scope of work for this project included defining of design criteria and methodology followed by creating finite element model of the bridge structure, foundation system and the supporting soil. Basic analysis of the bridge was done for standard loading condition including dead load, live load, wind load, earthquake etc. Moving load analysis was conducted and overall design of main bridge components such as deck slabs, beams, girders, intersection part and also foundation system was done. Dynamic analysis and design of 135m tall stack including duct and pipe rack connected to the stack was conducted. The scope of work for this project included conducting static and dynamic analysis including wind response analysis and aero dynamic stability, Designing of the tuned mass damper to prevent wind dynamic induced oscillation, and designing of all the structural components including the connection details The work that was carried out for the 135 m tall stack included conducting static and dynamic analysis including the wind response analysis and aero dynamic stability, Designing the tuned mass damper to prevent wind dynamic induce oscillation, and designing of all the structural components including connection details. The work that was carried out included site visits to get a realistic information about the bridge construction and the incident; Detailed analysis and design review in order to obtain an overall idea about the safety of the structural system and identify critical areas which can be further investigated, the design review focused on computation of demand to capacity ratio for various load carrying members for the load applicable to stage consideration, the structural performance of the erection girder under moving heavy equipment load and self weight was evaluated; Accident simulation was also conducted to simulate and correlate the mode and mechanism of actual failure with the simulated scenario. The project involved investigation of pile damage at Kerry Siam Seaport. The scope of work included site visits to get a realistic view of the pile damage. The drawings and the designs were studied to ascertain design loads, design assumptions, methods etc. Information from these sources formed the basis for calculation of various capacities (axial, moment, torsion etc.). The accident report was also reviewed to understand the overall situation and also find the similarities and difference between them. Simulation for the scenario of the accident was also conducted to correlate within acceptable limits, the type of the vessel, weight, velocity, the location and impact angle, post impact movement and the observed damages on the piles and the response of the bridge.

Analysis and Design of Duct and Pipe Rack Location: Bangkok, Thailand

Static Analysis and Design of PTT 135 m Tall Stack and Foundation Location: Bangkok, Thailand
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The 2 Mekong International Bridge Construction ProjectSimulation and Causes of Accident Location: Thailand

Investigation of Pile Damage at Kerry Siam Seaport Location: Thailand

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Wind Tunnel projects conducted in collaboration with Thammasat University, Thailand

Project Name Centara Hotel Project Details Height: 184.45m Shape: Two-circle shape Location: Bangkok, Thailand Scope of work: Pressure measurement study

Maha Nakhon Building

Number of stories: 75 stories Height: 309.9m, surface of pixellation Location: Bangkok, Thailand Scope of work: Overall wind load and response studies, Pressure measurement study Height: 227.3m Shape: L-shape plan Location: Manila, Philippines Scope of work: Pressure measurement study

Gramercy Building

Plot C42 Building

Height: 149.6m Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE Scope of work: Overall wind load and response studies

Central Man-U Building

Height: 179m Shape: S-shape curve Location: Bangkok, Thailand Scope of work: Overall wind load and response studies Height: 236m Location: Pattaya, Thailand Scope of work: Overall wind load and response studies

Wave Building

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Recent Projects
Project Name Park Terraces Location: Philippines Brief Description The building is a reinforced concrete structure with shear walls. After the evaluation, it was found that the building needed to be strengthened to meet the target building performance level. Global structural strengthening measures were used by adding steel frames in some critical locations as well as using the column jacketing technique to enhance the performance

Milano Location: Philippines Noahs Ark Location: Philippines Performance Based Design of One Shangri La Building Number of stories: 65 stories + 2 basements Location: The building is a 65 story building with 2 basements comprising of two towers and 11 level podium with 2 approximate covered floor area of 42,300 m . The scope of work was to review the structural system and design of the building in performance based approach in terms of enhancement of structural performance to achieve the efficient use of materials and other resources. The work involved three stages; Preliminary Review, Preliminary Design, and Performance Based Design.

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Project Name Two ECom Towers Location: Philippines

Brief Description The project involved structural design peer review for the portion connecting the two towers at the top three levels. The towers were to be build on top of a four level podium. The towers one having 10 story and the other having 11 story are reinforced concrete structures and the connecting portion is a steel structure. The entire building covers a total floor area of 109,535 m2 and has a height of 64m. The scope of work involved two options namely; Review of the connecting portion in isolation, and Review of the Tower structures and the connecting portion. Baily Ballerina building is a residential building having 16 stories with an approximate floor area of 12,800 m2. The main objectives of the work that was to be carried out under involved was to check the structural design of foundation system of the building in terms of performance and suitability, conformance to the relevant building codes and standards and adherence to the established engineering practices with special emphasis on effects due to earthquake, winds and other applicable demands. The entire building was modeled and analyzed together with the foundation system. Comprehensive modeling procedure was conducted to consider the soil-structure interaction effect, including the effect of the foundation and soil on the behavior of the structure and the effect of structural response on the soil stresses and deformation.

Design Review of Baily Ballerina Building Location: Bangladesh

LVP Building Location: Bangladesh Concord Grand Location: Bangladesh The project involved the structural evaluation of Concord Grand building in Dhaka, Bangladesh. The building is a 20 story building with two basements and having an approximate area of 220,000ft2. The scope of work included; code based design review, performance based structural evaluation, filed investigations and laboratory testing, detailed performance review, retrofit design, and verification of retrofit design.

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Project Name SD Khan Building Location: Bangladesh

Brief Description Structural System Review and Performance Based Evaluation was conducted for S D Khan Grand-E-Majestic. The building is a 15 story building with 2 basements, having 2 an approximate floor area of 12,000m .

Capacity Development in Evaluation and Retrofitting of Buildings Location: Dhaka, Bangladesh

The capacity development in evaluation and retrofitting of the buildings was conducted for Concord Engineers and Construction Limited in Dhaka, Bangladesh. The scope of work involved; Business Model Development, Training Workshop in Review and Retrofitting, Sample Project Evaluation and Training, and Sample Project Retrofit Implementation. The main objective of the work that was carried out involved developing and designing steel connection to obtain good performance and cost effectiveness and assisting in designing of connection details and shop drawings such that the overall design compliance, general performance, reliability and cost effectiveness are achieved. The main objective of the work was to develop the structural system of the building in terms of suitability, conformance to the relevant building codes and standards, cost effectiveness and adherence to the established engineering practices with special emphasis on effects due to earthquake, winds and other applicable demands. The structural design peer review of top bridge connecting the buildings involved reviewing of connecting bridges in isolation and reviewing of connecting bridge considering response of towers.

Structural Design Assistance of Steel Connection Details Location: Bangladesh

Structural System Development Design for Banani Plaza Location: Bangladesh Structural Design Peer Review of Top Bridge Connecting the Buildings Location: Bangladesh

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Project Name Overall Comparison of Construction of Flyovers Location: Bangladesh

Brief Description The overall comparison of construction of flyovers involved comparing the three types of flyover construction namely; Precast Concrete Girder, Segmental Concrete Box Girder, and Composite Steel Girder. The comparison was done based on the overall construction sequence as well as the construction sequence in each stage. The overall structural system comparison of a 30- story building involved comparing three types of structural systems; Steel, Reinforced Concrete, and Composite System. The comparison was conducted based on the overall construction sequence as well as the construction period in each stage. Structural design verification for a precast high rise was conducted for Pruksa Real Estate Plc. The building had a floor area of 36,000 m2. The scope of work included checking the structural analysis and design against the codes and regulations (code based design review), and checking the structural analysis and design to the nonlinear stage (performance based design review). The foundation design was conducted for retail stores under Reliance Retail Network Development, India. The main objective of the project was to achieve the structural system design in terms of cost effectiveness and performance, conformance to the Indian building codes, standards and established engineering practices, considering the constructability and construction practices in India.

Overall Structural System Comparison for 30 Story Building Location: Bangladesh Structural Design Verification of Precast Highrise Location: Thailand

Foundation Design of Retail Stores in India Location: India

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