Browsing 2023 IRC Articles by Document Type "Article Full Text"
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15-Minute City Concept as a Response to Designing Resilience Future Cities and the ‘New Normal’ of Urban Built Environments in a Post Pandemic Worl
(2023-09)The Coronavirus pandemic was the greatest crisis that the world faced since the World War II and the impact of the pandemic runs to greater extents that it changed the world into a whole new formation. The entire ... -
Accuracy Assessment of Land Use Mapping Methods-Spatial Reference KDU Southern Campus
(2023-09)The development of land-use mapping is approached from a historical perspective. The southern campus was chosen as a study area because it has a water area, cultivation area, built-up area, and forest area needed ... -
Advancements in manikin technology: enhancing realism and effectiveness in nursing education
(2023-09)With the modern advancement of technology, use of manikins plays a major role in nursing education. Manikins are anatomically accurate simulators that replicate human physiology and provide a realistic representation ... -
Advances in muscle fatigue detection: A comprehensive review
(2023-09)Muscle fatigue measurement is crucial in various domains, including occupational health and safety, as muscle fatigue adversely affects cognitive and motor performance, leading to reduced productivity and increased ... -
Aerodynamic performance of smooth selectively superhydrophobic flat plates: A numerical approach
(2023-09)The interference to fluid flow over a solid surface is significantly high to such an extent that the fluid in contact with the surface possesses a null velocity. This phenomenon is called the no-slip condition. On ... -
Analysis of Hambanthota Coastal Zone Infringements Enforced by Coast Conservation and Coastal Resource Management Using Remote Sensing
(2023-09)Sri Lanka is still a developing country. Therefore, various changes are taking place in the construction sector, both legally and illegally. Such illegal constructions are common in developing countries. With the ... -
Analysis on the components of a crisis management model to be developed for the Sri Lankan construction sector
(2023-09)The construction sector in Sri Lanka is one of the diversified sectors. Further, it is one of the main contributors to the economy of the country. In addition, construction sector is highly labor-intensive. In the recent ... -
Application of HEC-RAS 2D model to simulate scour depth around bridge piers- A case study on Hanwella Bridge, Sri Lanka
(2023-09)Lowering of the level of river bed due to water erosion is denoted by the term Scouring. Scouring can transpire around abutments and piers of a bridge. Pier scouring possesses a high threat to the stability of the ... -
Application of Lean Six Sigma to the Sri Lankan Construction Industry
(2023-09)This research paper investigates the application of Lean Six Sigma in the Sri Lankan construction industry. The study aims to recognize the barriers to implementing Lean Six Sigma and propose strategies for successful ... -
Assess the performance of Sri Lanka navy built brackish water reverse osmosis plants in chronic kidney disease of unknown etiology impacted areas in Sri Lanka
(2023-09)The epidemic of Chronic Kidney Disease of unknown etiology (CKDu) has become a health catastrophe for over 3.6 million populations in Sri Lanka. Though the etiology of CKDu is unknown, studies revealed the synergic ... -
Assessing Benefits of Developing a Simulation Model for Sustainable Constructions Using Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) Approach in Sri Lanka
(2023-09)Using the Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) method to create a simulation model for sustainable projects in Sri Lanka can have a number of advantages. LCA is a methodical approach that assesses the environmental effects ... -
Assessment of Soil Erosion Using GIS Base Erosion Potential Method. Case Study of Victoria Reservoir Watershed
(2023-09)Soil erosion is a serious environmental problem that adversely affects ecosystem health and land productivity. Effective land management and erosion control strategies depend on accurate assessment and identification ... -
An Assessment of Urban Expansion through the Integration of Remote Sensing Data and the Relative Shannon Entropy Model in GIS: A Case Study of Mirissa Tourism City in Sri Lanka
(2023-09)Urban expansion, defined as the increase in the built-up area of settlements accompanied by population growth, has a long history influenced by human activities. However, in densely populated areas, urban growth can ... -
Automatic clothesline retrieval system for domestic purposes
(2023-09)This study addresses a common issue faced by households, focusing on the troublesome task of drying clothes. Unpredictable weather conditions often result in clothes getting soaked and drenched in rainwater, causing unpleasant ... -
Barriers to pedestrian-related road crash analysis in identifying engineering countermeasures
(2023-09)Nonmotorized transportation is one of the trending transportation modes in a world where sustainable transportation is considered vitally important. They, being the most vulnerable road users in the road, people are ... -
A Case Study of Life Cycle Cost Comparison Between a Green Building and a Non-Green Building in Sri Lanka
(2023-09)As the world moves toward more sustainability, Increasing the adoption of green construction has risen to the top of the construction sector in worldwide. Green building is a key strategic step towards achieving ... -
Causes for Non-Compliance of Made Black Tea with the Main-Relevant-Grade
(2023-09)"Ceylon Tea," Sri Lankan tea delights connoisseurs worldwide with its exquisite taste and captivating aroma. On the international stage, Sri Lanka proudly stands as the fourth-largest tea exporter. Although the ... -
Combating online child sexual exploitation and abuse in Sri Lanka
(2023-09)The pervasive nature of the internet has facilitated a significant increase in online child sexual exploitation and abuse worldwide. Since the transnational aspect of these crimes poses a challenge for law enforcement ... -
A Comparative Analysis of Duty to Reason Giving in Administrative Law
(2023-09)The Duty to give reasons for a decision is a part of the Audi alteram partem, which is indispensable in administrative law. Earlier, the principles of natural justice did not include any general rule that reasons should ... -
Confidentiality of trade secrets during court proceedings in Sri Lanka
(2023-09)Trade secrets are an intellectual property strategy used by businesses to protect commercially valuable information which generates a competitive advantage. In Sri Lankan context, majority of small and medium-scale enterprises ...