The analysis of the dynamic interaction between the train, track, and bridge is crucial for ensuring the performance of railway infrastructure and the safety of railway traffic, especially on high-speed rail systems. This paper examines the key requirements for analyzing the dynamic interaction between the train, track, and bridge, with particular ...

By Nikola Mirković, Uroš Mirković, Dušan Stevanović

The field of conversion of vacant office buildings includes several aspects, and consequently, various research lines have been identified. The studies focus on the causes of abandonment of office buildings, possibilities for their conversion into temporary and permanent housing, analysis of desirable characteristics of office buildings from the us...

By Damjana Nedeljkovic, Tatjana Jurenic, Lidija Djokic

This paper presents an algorithm for positioning cycling infrastructure within the existing cross-section of a roadway. The analysis focuses on roadways in urban areas, specifically city streets. The input data consists of the geometric elements of the situational plan, longitudinal profile, and cross-sections. The algorithm first classifies them b...

By Dušan Kocić, Miloš Šešlija, Nenad Stojković

Deposited river sediment represents a mixture of fine clay, silt, and sand particles that accumulate at the bottom of aquatic ecosystems due to erosion of riverbanks and soil within the river basin, decomposition of plant and animal matter, as well as the accumulation of industrial and municipal waste. This process leads to large amounts of sedimen...

By Panta Krstić, Miloš Šešlija, Nikolina Ćirić, Sara Krsmanović

Growing demand for sustainable construction methods has led to increased interest in using environmentally friendly materials in foundation engineering. This paper explores the potential applications, advantages, and challenges of using sustainable materials in foundation construction. The aim of the study is to compare sustainable alternative mate...

By Andrija Vlašković, Rada Radulović, Mirjana Miletic, Jelena Vukićević Nešić

Given that Montenegro is located in a region with a high seismic hazard, assessing the seismic performance and retrofitting of existing buildings is crucial for reducing seismic risk. This presents a significant challenge in modern construction, as most existing buildings were designed according to outdated regulations, making them non-compliant wi...

By Anida Muric, Jelena Pejovic

Application of old shipping containers in the construction of different kinds of buildings is increasingly popular in the world and in our country as well. This is an economically and ecologically sustainable option. Containers, which were originally designed for transportation, after they have served their purpose, can be used to build modular bui...

By Aleksandra Cilić, Jelena Savić, Danijela Ðurić Mijović, Predrag Radomirović

Greening urban ruins represents an innovative approach to the revitalization of abandoned built structures. This process merges greenery with ruins or abandoned structures, creating synergy between natural and built elements of the space. The goal of greening ruins is not only ecological but also aesthetic, as it transforms neglected buildings into...

By Marija Pešikan, Jovana Petrović, Nadežda Stojanović, Mirjana Tešić, Nenad Stavretović, Aleksandar Lisica

Adaptive reuse is a significant strategy for the conservation and long-term sustainability of historical buildings like khans, which may become obsolete due to changing economic and social conditions. Traditionally serving as centers for trade, accommodation, and social interaction, khans carry the historical accumulation of their period and contri...

By Andreas Savvides, Despina Parpa

Evapotranspiration (ET) is a key process in hydrology, agriculture, and managing waterresources. It affects things like irrigation planning and climate research. In this study, we useda temperature-based variation of the Penman-Monteit (PMtl) equation and the Hargreaves(HARG) equation to compare with the standard Penman-Monteith (PM) method foresti...

By Rastislav Trajkovic, Marija Milićević