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Conference Papers

Chiniforush AA; Akbarnezhad A; Malek S, 2020, 'Measuring early-age thermal cracking of mass concrete casting', in International Conference on Advances in Experimental Structural Engineering

Chiniforush AA; Akbarnezhad A; Malek S, 2020, 'Time-dependent deflection measurement for steel-timber composite (STC) flooring system', in International Conference on Advances in Experimental Structural Engineering

Chilwesa M; AKBARNEZHAD ALI; Castel A; MOGHADDAM F; KEYTE L; HOCKING D; Foster S, 2019, 'Numerical Simulation of Risk Mitigation Methods for Early Age Thermal Cracking of Concrete', in Concrete 2019, Concrete Institute of Australia, Sydney, Australia, presented at Concrete 2019, Sydney, Australia, 08 September 2019 - 11 September 2019

Barbara M; Rey D; Nezhad A, 2019, 'MULTI-PERIOD LOCATION OPTIMIZATION OF NEW PUBLIC FACILITIES TO MAXIMIZE EQUITY IN ACCESS AND CAPACITY-SATURATION Barbara Rey', in Proceedings, Annual Conference - Canadian Society for Civil Engineering, Canada, presented at Canadian Society for Civil Engineers, Canada, 03 June 2019 - 08 June 2019, http://dx.doi.org/10.26190/unsworks/27558

Al-Kaissy M; Arashpour M; Fayezi S; Nezhad A; Ashuri B, 2019, 'Process modelling in civil infrastructure projects: A review of construction simulation methods', in Proceedings of the 36th International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction, ISARC 2019, pp. 368 - 374

Gharehchaei M; Akbarnezhad A; Chilwesa M; Castel A; Lloyd R; Foster S, 2018, 'A genetic algorithm to identify the optimal concrete mix for the elements subject to risk of early age thermal cracking', in Foster S; Gilbert R; Mendis P; Al-Mahadi R; Millar D (eds.), Better, Smarter, Stronger Proceedings for the 2018 fib Congress, , Fédération Internationale du Béton (fib), Melbourne Australia, pp. 3351 - 3360, presented at 2018 fib Congress, Melbourne Australia, 07 October 2018 - 11 October 2018

Chiniforush AA; Akbarnezhad A; Valipour H; Bradford M, 2018, 'Long-term behavior of steel-CLT connections', in WCTE 2018 - World Conference on Timber Engineering, Seoul, Republic of Korea, presented at 2018 World Conference on Timber Engineering, Seoul, Republic of Korea, 20 August 2018 - 23 August 2018, https://indico.conference4me.psnc.pl/event/171/session/325/#20180820

Chiniforush AA; Akbarnezhad A; Thakore P; Ataei A, 2018, 'Long-term tensile behaviour of engineered wood in parallel to grain direction', in WCTE 2018 - World Conference on Timber Engineering, Seoul, Republic of Korea, presented at WCTE 2018 - World Conference on Timber Engineering, Seoul, Republic of Korea, 20 August 2018 - 23 August 2018

Gharehchaei M; Akbarnezhad A; Chilwesa M; Castel A; Lloyd R; Foster S, 2018, 'A genetic algorithm to identify the optimal concrete mix for the elements subject to risk of early age thermal cracking', in fib Symposium, pp. 3351 - 3360

Chiniforoush AA; Dackermann U; Valipour H; Akbarnezhad A, 2017, 'Damage Detection of Shear Connectors in Steel-Timber Composite (STC) Beams', Brisbane Australia, presented at The 8th International conference on Structural Health Monitoring of Intelligent Infrastructure, Brisbane Australia, 05 December 2017 - 08 December 2017

Chiniforoush AA; Akbarnezhad A; Valipour H, 2017, 'Microwave Non-Destructive Testing of Concrete: a comparison of two-port and one-port measurement techniques', Adelaide, presented at Concrete 2017, Adelaide, 22 October 2017 - 25 October 2017

Chiniforoush AA; Valipour H; Akbar Nezhad A; Bradford M, 2017, 'Steel-Timber Composite (STC) Beams – Numerical simulation of Long-term Behaviour', Copenhagen, Denmark, presented at EUROSTEEL 2017, September 13–15, 2017,, Copenhagen, Denmark, 13 September 2017 - 15 September 2017, http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/cepa.250.

Chiniforoush AA; Akbarnezhad A; Valipour H; Dackermann U, 2017, 'Dynamic Response Of Steel-Timber Composite (STC) Beams', London, presented at 24th International Congress on Sound and Vibration, London, 23 July 2017 - 27 July 2017

Hammad A; Akbarnezhad A; Rey D; Grzybowska H, 2017, 'Decision Support System for Modular Construction Scheduling', in Proceedings of the 34th International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction (ISARC), Taipei, Taiwan., presented at 34th International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction, Taipei, Taiwan., 28 June 2017 - 01 July 2017

Shahbazi B; Akbarnezhad A; Rey D; Ahmadian Fard Fini A, 2017, 'A Mathematical Job Allocation Model to Maximize Career Development Opportunities for Construction Workers', in Proceedings of the International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction (IAARC), International Association for Automation and Robotics in Construction (IAARC), presented at 34th International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction, 28 June 2017 - 01 July 2017, http://dx.doi.org/10.22260/isarc2018/0105

Hammad AW; Akbar nezhad A, 2017, 'Modular vs Conventional Construction: A Multi-Criteria Framework Approach', in 2017 Proceedings of the 34rd ISARC, Taipei, Taiwan, Taipei, Taiwan, pp. 214 - 220, presented at 2017 Proceedings of the 34rd ISARC, Taipei, Taiwan, 28 June 2017 - 01 July 2017, http://dx.doi.org/10.22260/ISARC2017/0029

Chiniforush AA; Noushini A; Akbarnezhad A; Valipour H, 2017, 'Detecting the presence of chloride in hardened mortar using microwave non-destructive testing', in High Tech Concrete: Where Technology and Engineering Meet - Proceedings of the 2017 fib Symposium, Maastricht, Netherlands, pp. 83 - 90, presented at 2017 fib Symposium, Maastricht, Netherlands, 12 June 2017 - 14 June 2017, http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-59471-2_11

Miller HD; Akbarnezhad A; Foster SJ; Mesgari S; Amin A, 2017, 'Effects of silane treatment of steel fibres on mechanical properties and durability of SFRC', in High Tech Concrete: Where Technology and Engineering Meet - Proceedings of the 2017 fib Symposium, Maastricht, Netherlands, pp. 165 - 172, presented at 2017 fib Symposium, Maastricht, Netherlands, 12 June 2017 - 14 June 2017, http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-59471-2_21

Chiniforush AA; Dackermann U; Valipour H; Akbarnezhad A, 2017, 'Modal-based damage detection of shear connectors in steel-timber composite (STC) beams', in SHMII 2017 - 8th International Conference on Structural Health Monitoring of Intelligent Infrastructure, Proceedings, pp. 1212 - 1221

Hong Y; Sepasgozar SM; Akbar Nezhad A, 2016, 'Investigating the Relationship between BIM Adoption and Technical Conditions of Construction Companies: Chinese Practice', in Proceedings of the 16th International Conference on Construction Applications of Virtual Reality, Hong Kong, presented at The 16th International Conference on Construction Applications of Virtual Reality, Hong Kong, 11 December 2016 - 13 December 2016

Ghareh chaei M; Akbarnezhad A; Castel A; Lazenby H; Lloyd R; Foster SJ, 2016, 'Precision of existing hydration heat models for Portland cement in capturing the effects of supplementary cementitious materials and retarders', Perth Australia, presented at 24th Australasian Conference on the Mechanics of Structures and Materials, Perth Australia, 06 December 2016 - 09 December 2016

khan MSH; Castel A; Akbar Nezhad A; Foster S; Smith M, 2016, 'Performance of low calcium fly ash geopolymer concrete with steel furnace slag coarse aggregate', in Mechanics of Structures and Materials: Advancements and Challenges - Proceedings of the 24th Australasian Conference on the Mechanics of Structures and Materials, ACMSM24 2016, Perth, pp. 1847 - 1851, presented at 24th Australasian Conference on the Mechanics of Structures and Materials,, Perth, 06 December 2016 - 09 December 2016

Akbarnezhad A; Ahmadian Fard Fini A; Hossein Rashidi T, 2016, 'A novel real-time detailed feedback collection and interaction tool for large classes', Coffs Harbour, Australia, presented at 27th Annual Conference of the Australasian Association for Engineering Education, Coffs Harbour, Australia, 04 December 2016 - 07 December 2016

Hammad AW; Rey ; Akbar nezhad , 2016, 'A Bi-level Mixed Integer Programming Model to Solve the Multi-Servicing Facility Location Problem, Minimising Negative Impacts Due to an Existing Semi-Obnoxious Facility', in Lecture Notes in Management and Industrial Engineering book series, Canberra, Australia, presented at Data and Decision Sciences in Action pp 381-395, Canberra, Australia, 16 November 2016 - 18 August 2017, http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-55914-8_28

Ying Hong ; Sepasgozar SM; Akbar nezhad , 2016, 'Key Factors Affecting Construction Organizations' Acceptance of BIM: A Comparative Study', in Modular and Offsite Construction Summit, University of Alberta, Dept. of Civil & Environmental Engineering, Canada, presented at 2016 Modular and Offsite Construction [MOC] Summit, Canada, 29 September 2016 - 01 October 2016

Foster SJ; Miller H; Mesgari S; Akbar Nezhad A, 2016, 'Effects of CNT type and dispersion method on safety risks associated with production and demolition of carbon nanotube reinforced concrete', in Banthia N; di Prisco M; Soleimani-Dashtaki S (eds.), FRC: The Modern Landscape, RILEM Publications S.A.R.L., Vancouver, Canada, presented at 9th Rilem International Symposium on Fiber Reinforced Concrete, Vancouver, Canada, 19 September 2016 - 21 September 2016

Nadoushani ZSM; Hammad AW; Akbarnezhad A, 2016, 'A framework for optimizing lap splice positions within concrete elements to minimize cutting waste of steel bars', in ISARC 2016 - 33rd International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction, Auburn University, Alabama, USA, pp. 444 - 451, presented at 33 rd International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction (ISARC 2016), Auburn University, Alabama, USA, 18 July 2016 - 21 July 2016

Ahmadian Fard Fini A; Akbarnezhad A; Rashidi TH; Waller ST, 2016, 'Job Assignments to Construction Workers: Accounting for the Brain Resource Requirements of Activities', in Construction Research Congress 2016: Old and New Construction Technologies Converge in Historic San Juan - Proceedings of the 2016 Construction Research Congress, CRC 2016, San Juan, Puerto Rico, pp. 1897 - 1906, presented at International Conference on Transportation and Development 2016 - See more at: http://ascelibrary.org/doi/10.1061/9780784479926.098#sthash.S36ikTEy.dpuf, San Juan, Puerto Rico, 31 May 2016 - 02 June 2016, http://dx.doi.org/10.1061/9780784479827.189

Hammad AWA; Akbarnezhad A; Rey D, 2016, 'A multi-objective mixed integer programming model for minimising obtrusive effects and installation costs of night-time lighting on construction sites', in ISARC 2016 - 33rd International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction, pp. 505 - 514, http://dx.doi.org/10.22260/isarc2016/0061

Hong Y; Sepasgozar SME; Ahmadian AFF; Akbarnezhad A, 2016, 'Factors influencing BIM adoption in small and medium sized construction organizations', in ISARC 2016 - 33rd International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction, pp. 452 - 461, http://dx.doi.org/10.22260/isarc2016/0055

Hammad AW; Rey D; Akbar Nezhad A; Shen X, 2015, 'Dynamic Site Layout Planning through use of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles', Sydney, Australia, presented at The 9th International Symposium on Mobile Mapping Technology (MMT 2015), Sydney, Australia, 09 December 2015 - 11 December 2015

Siew RYJ; Sepasgozar SME; Akbarnezhad A, 2015, 'Barriers In Implementing Sustainable Construction', in Saha S; Zhang Y; Yazdani S; Singh A (eds.), Implementing Innovation Ideas in Structural Engineering and Project Management, Sydney, presented at The 8th International Structural Engineering and Construction Conference, Sydney, 23 November 2015 - 28 November 2015, http://dx.doi.org/10.14455/ISEC.res.2015.57

Akbarnezhad A, 2015, 'Identifying the Optimal Concrete Recycling Strategy', in UKIERI Concrete Congress 2015, Jalandhar, India, presented at UKIERI Concrete Congress 2015, Jalandhar, India, 02 November 2015 - 05 November 2015

Akbarnezhad A; Ong KCG, 2015, 'Microwave-assisted removal of tiles from concrete floors and walls', in 32nd International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction and Mining: Connected to the Future, Proceedings

Akbarnezhad A; Ong KCG, 2015, 'Microwave-assisted removal of tiles from concrete floors and walls', in 32nd International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction and Mining: Connected to the Future, Proceedings

Akbarnezhad A; Ong KCG, 2015, 'Microwave-assisted removal of tiles from concrete floors and walls', in 32nd International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction and Mining: Connected to the Future, Proceedings, http://dx.doi.org/10.22260/isarc2015/0102

Hammad A; Akbar Nezhad A; Rey D, 2015, 'A Comparison Of Mixed Integer Programming Models For The Construction Site Layout Problem', in 32nd International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction and Mining: Connected to the Future, Proceedings, International Association for Automation and Robotics in Construction (IAARC), Oulu, Finland, presented at The 32st International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction and Mining (ISARC 2015), Oulu, Finland, 15 June 2015 - 18 June 2015, http://dx.doi.org/10.22260/isarc2015/0109

Akbarnezhad A; Farzanehrafat M, 2015, 'Analysis Of Different Views Towards Social Sustainability In Construction', Oulu, Finland, presented at The 32st International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction and Mining (ISARC 2015), Oulu, Finland, 15 June 2015 - 18 June 2015

Akbarnezhad A; Moussavi Nadoushani ZS, 2015, 'Comparative Analysis Of Embodied Carbon Associated With Alternative Structural Systems', in Proceedings of the 32st International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction and Mining (ISARC 2015), Oulu, Finland, presented at The 32st International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction and Mining (ISARC 2015), Oulu, Finland, 15 June 2015 - 18 June 2015

Akbarnezhad A; Ong KCG, 2015, 'Microwave-Assisted Removal Of Tiles From Concrete Floors and Walls', Oulu, Finland, presented at The 32st International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction and Mining (ISARC 2015), Oulu, Finland, 15 June 2015 - 18 June 2015

Hammad AWA; Akbarnezhad A; Rey D, 2015, 'A comparison of mixed integer programming models for the construction site layout problem', in 32nd International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction and Mining: Connected to the Future, Proceedings

Hammad AWA; Akbarnezhad A; Rey D, 2015, 'A comparison of mixed integer programming models for the construction site layout problem', in 32nd International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction and Mining: Connected to the Future, Proceedings, http://dx.doi.org/10.22260/isarc2015/0109

Farzanehrafat M; Akbarnezhad A; Ghoddousi P, 2015, 'Analysis of different views towards social sustainability in construction', in 32nd International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction and Mining: Connected to the Future, Proceedings, http://dx.doi.org/10.22260/isarc2015/0113

Nadoushani ZSM; Akbarnezhad A, 2015, 'Comparative analysis of embodied carbon associated with alternative structural systems', in 32nd International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction and Mining: Connected to the Future, Proceedings, http://dx.doi.org/10.22260/isarc2015/0115

Hammad AWA; Rey D; Akbar Nezhad A, 2014, 'A mixed-integer nonlinear programming model for minimising construction site noise levels through site layout optimisation', in Akbarnezhad A; Shen X; Ha Q (eds.), 31st International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction and Mining, ISARC 2014; Aerial Function Centre, the University of Technology, Sydney (UTS)Sydney; Australia; 9 July 2014 through 11 July 2014; Code 108796, IAARC, Sydney, pp. 722 - 729, presented at 31st International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction and Mining, ISARC 2014 - Proceedings, Sydney, 09 July 2014 - 11 July 2014, http://dx.doi.org/10.22260/isarc2014/0098

Moussavi Nadoushani ZS; Akbar nezhad A, 2014, 'A Computational Framework for Estimating the Carbon Footprint of Construction', in Ha Q; Shen X; Akbarnezhad A (eds.), ISARC 2014 Proceedings of the 31st International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction and Mining, IAARC - The International Association for Automation and Robotics in Construction, University of Technology, Sydney, Sydney, Australia, pp. 714 - 721, presented at The 31st International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction and Mining (ISARC 2014), Sydney, Australia, 09 July 2014 - 11 July 2014, http://www.isarc2014.org/papers.html

Akbar Nezhad A; Moussavi Nadoushani ZS, 2014, 'Estimating the Costs, Energy Use and Carbon Emission of Concrete Recycling using building information modelling', in Ha Q; Shen X; Akbarnezhad A (eds.), Proceedings The 31st International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction and Mining (ISARC 2014), UTS, Sydney, Sydney, Australia, pp. 385 - 392, presented at The 31st International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction and Mining (ISARC 2014), Sydney, Australia, 09 July 2014 - 11 July 2014, http://www.isarc2014.org/papers.html

Ahmadian Fard Fini A; Akbar Nezhad A; Hossein Rashidi T; Waller ST, 2014, 'Importance of Planning for the Transport Stage in Procurement of Construction Materials', in Ha Q (ed.), 2014 Proceedings of the 31st ISARC, IAARC, Sydney, Australia, pp. 466 - 473, presented at The 31st International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction and Mining (ISARC 2014), Sydney, Australia, 09 July 2014 - 11 July 2014, http://dx.doi.org/10.22260/isarc2014/0062

Ebrahimzadeh Sepasgozar SM; Naghipour M; Akbarnezhad A, 2013, 'Seismic Behaviour of RBS and AW-RBS Moment Resistant Connections in Double I-beams', in Applied Mechanics and Materials, Trans Tech Publications Inc., Sydney, Australia, pp. 612 - 617, presented at 1st Australasian Conference on Computational Mechanics (ACCM2013), Sydney, Australia, 03 October 2013 - 04 October 2013, http://dx.doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMM.553.612

Chandra LR; Ong KCG; Akbarnezhad A; Tam CT, 2013, 'Designed for Disassembly for Sustainable Precast Construction', Semarang, Indonesia, presented at International Seminar of Concrete Technology, Semarang, Indonesia, -


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