• Moratuwa Engineering Research Conference 2021 [Pre Text] 

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• Feasibility study on, enablers and barriers for the implementation of lean construction and the applicability of visual management practices through forms of digital communication in the Sri Lankan industry 

  Kariyawasam, DT; Siriwardana, CSA [Conference-Full-text]

  Even though the implementation of lean practices into the construction framework have many advantages, thus far, the use of lean in the Sri Lankan construction industry is seldom and infrequent. Though many success stories ...
• Application of nanotechnology and nanomaterials in the construction industry: the case of Sri Lanka 

  Safshath, MIM; Waidyasekara, KGAS; Tennakoon, GA [Conference-Full-text]

  Nanotechnology is one of the evolving modern technologies, increasingly being adopted in the construction industry. Nanomaterials provide numerous advantages over conventional materials such as improvements in quality and ...
• A study to investigate the factors affecting construction worker performance 

  Anojan, T; Siriwardana, CSA [Conference-Full-text]

  Worker performance is highly significant in the construction industry since it affects the productivity, safety, and quality level of the project. Construction activities are considered labour-intensive as they heavily ...
• Study on effectiveness of capillary barrier in reduction of rainfall infiltration on a 15° slope 

  Havisanth, E; Kulathilaka, SAS [Conference-Full-text]

  Rainfall induced slopes failures are a very critical issue in Sri Lanka. Natural or cut slopes which remain stable during dry season due to prevalence of high matric suction undergo failure because of loss of matric suction ...
• Prediction of compaction characteristics of coal bottom ash 

  Suloshini, S; Ranathunga, AS; Kulathilaka, SAS; Gunawardana, WB [Conference-Full-text]

  Compaction is the process of artificially improving the mechanical properties of soil. However, determination of compaction characteristics in laboratory using Proctor compaction test is time consuming and expensive. Hence, ...
• Modeling and simulation of micro size ultrasonic characteristics of lead zirconate titanate and polyvinylidene fluoride 

  Rajendraseelan, P; Vijayasingam, T; Adikary, U [Conference-Full-text]

  This study was focused on modeling and simulation of micro size ultrasonic generator and receiver of polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) and lead zirconate titanate (PZT) using finite element analysis (FEA). When PZT-5 H was ...
• Individualization of nanofibrillated cellulose from Sri Lankan rice straw: structural characteristics and thermal properties 

  Ratnakumar, A; Samarasekara, AMPB; Amarasinghe, DAS; Karunanayake, L [Conference-Full-text]

  Rice straw is the agricultural production residue which is considered as an agricultural waste. Though it is utilized in various ways, there is a greater possibility for value addition by disintegrating nanofibrillated ...
• Investigation of mechanical properties of rice straw ash-filled natural rubber compounds 

  Fernando, ANA; Pabasara, WGA; Gayashini, KY; Liyanage, DN [Conference-Full-text]

  Rice straw is the one of highest plant-based waste generated in Sri Lanka. Farmers burn rice straw without taking any advantage making substantial air pollution. It is found that rice straw ash contains a significant amount ...
• Numerical modeling of drying behavior of Sri Lankan kaolin 

  Jayaweera, JMN; Narayana, M; Adikary, SU [Conference-Full-text]

  Drying process of green ceramic bodies are complicated due to simultaneous and coupled heat and mass transfers. Dimensional variations and mechanical stresses occur within the ceramic body during drying may create defects ...
• Process optimization of microfibrillated cellulose extraction from cotton waste using response surface methodology 

  Jayasinghe, JMR; Ratnakumar, A; Samarasekara, AMPB; Amarasinghe, DAS [Conference-Full-text]

  Cotton is a natural staple fiber that mostly consists of cellulose compared to wood. The major economic value of cotton is in textile industry. Over the recent past years the demand for cotton consumption has increased ...
• Linear and non linear creep modeling of talc filled peek composite 

  Janith, GI; Amarasinghe, DAS; Attygalle, D; Weragoda, VSC; Samarasekara, AMPB [Conference-Full-text]

  The creep compliance of a viscoelastic material is a crucial material parameter that controls the time dependent creep. Viscoelastic materials and their composites are being widely used in electronic and structural components ...
• Modeling and sizing of hybrid energy storage system for virtual synchronous generator 

  Wijetunge, SV; Gunasekera, S; Gamage, J; Pathirana, CD; Bolonne, S [Conference-Full-text]

  Renewable energy sources (RESs) play a major role in the modern power system to meet the increasing demand and to reduce environmental effects. But they are unable to perform frequency regulation resulting in higher frequency ...
• A mixed integer nonlinear programming model and heuristic solutions for an automated demand response system for large facilities 

  Rodrigo, AS; Ranawaka, AM; Abeywickrama, M; Malawara Arachchi, DA [Conference-Full-text]

  Demand Response is utilized around the globe to alleviate the peak demand economically and to manage reliability-compromising emergencies in power systems. Sri Lanka requires an effective Demand Response system to cater ...
• Performance analysis of modified elliot function based temperature controller in the heating mode operation of ahu 

  Walgama, S; Kumarawadu, S; Pathirana, CD [Conference-Full-text]

  (HVAC) systems are responsible for the majority of total global energy consumption and this fact has been increasing emphasis on innovative and efficient energy saving concepts for several years. With the dynamic nature ...
• Impact of erp implementation on employee performance in hospitality sector: role of management capabilities 

  Samarasinghe, D; Suwandaarachchi, M; Illangasinghe, SD [Conference-Full-text]

  Most hotels either upgrade or implement ERP systems, with an intention to improve the organizational performance. In hospitality industry, guest satisfaction is linked with performance, where employee performance becomes ...
• The readiness of teachers in adopting flipped classrooms and open educational resources in undergraduate blended learning 

  Senanayake, SHD; Sandanayake, TC [Conference-Full-text]

  Nowadays, blended learning is a popular teaching and learning concept in higher education, which enriches with modern technology. The flipped classroom is one of the models where blended learning techniques can be practiced. ...
• A conceptual framework for the identification of barriers in automotive remanufacturing industry in sri lanka 

  Kahingala, NM; Gamage, JR; Punchihewa, HKG [Conference-Full-text]

  Automotive remanufacturing provides a sustainable solution for waste generation in the automotive industry. Although the automotive remanufacturing industry is prominently seen in countries such as the UK, USA and China, ...
• Barriers to use of artificial intelligence on energy conservation in government buildings: awareness as a moderating function of technology acceptance 

  Jayaratne, W; Dasanayaka, SWSB; Mudalige, D [Conference-Full-text]

  Government Buildings enable occupation to thousands of inhabitants, including customers and the management. In these places, everybody uses free energy since nobody feels the need for conservation as there is no impact to ...
• An milp-based intra-firm smart resource sharing model 

  Mahakalanda, I; Arunapriya, RDS [Conference-Full-text]

  Transition from products to services and integrating services into core product offering are well documented in management literature. Here the focus is on the intra-firm operation and supply strategies from a backward ...

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