Performance of structural insulated panels (2006)
Journal Article
Kermani, A. (2006). Performance of structural insulated panels. Proceedings of the ICE - Structures and Buildings, 159(1), 13-19. https://doi.org/10.1680/stbu.2006.159.1.13

Structural insulated panels (SIPs) are gradually gaining popularity as an alternative construction material for residential and light commercial buildings in the UK. They show marked advantages in strength, thermal performance and speed of installati... Read More about Performance of structural insulated panels.

New test for determination of masonry tensile bond strength. (2005)
Journal Article
Khalaf, F. (2005). New test for determination of masonry tensile bond strength. Journal of Materials in Civil Engineering, 17(6), 725-732. https://doi.org/10.1061/%28ASCE%290899-1561%282005%2917%3A6%28725%29

The bond strength between masonry units and mortar has been of considerable interest to researchers for some time. The flexural bond strength of masonry in particular is needed for the design of masonry walls subjected to horizontal forces applied no... Read More about New test for determination of masonry tensile bond strength..

Computer access for motor impaired users (2005)
Book Chapter
Trewin, S., & Keates, S. (2006). Computer access for motor impaired users. In C. Ghaoui (Ed.), Encyclopedia of Human Computer Interaction (92-99). IGI Global. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-59140-562-7.ch015

Computers can be a source of tremendous benefit for those with motor impairments. Enabling computer access empowers individuals, offering improved quality of life. This is achieved through greater freedom to participate in computer-based activities f... Read More about Computer access for motor impaired users.

Performance of a stress-laminated-timber arch bridge (2005)
Journal Article
Kermani, A., & Freedman, G. J. H. (2005). Performance of a stress-laminated-timber arch bridge. Proceedings of the ICE - Bridge Engineering, 158(4), 155-164. https://doi.org/10.1680/bren.2005.158.4.155

For the past three years the authors have been involved in the optimisation of the performance of stress-laminated-timber arch (SLTA) structures by utilising the strength properties of timber in an arching action for use as vehicle and pedestrian bri... Read More about Performance of a stress-laminated-timber arch bridge.

Can users be excluded from an inclusive design process? (2005)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Cardoso, C., Clarkson, P. J., & Keates, S. (2005, July). Can users be excluded from an inclusive design process?. Presented at 3rd International Conference on Universal Access in Human-Computer Interaction, Las Vegas, USA

The Conference Proceedings have been published in CD-ROM by Lawrence Erlbaum Associates, Inc (ISBN 0-8058-5807-5).

Using pointing devices: difficulties encountered and strategies employed. (2005)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Paradise, J., Trewin, S., & Keates, S. (2005, July). Using pointing devices: difficulties encountered and strategies employed. Presented at 3rd International Conference on Universal Access in Human-Computer Interaction, Las Vegas, USA

The Conference Proceedings have been published in CD-ROM by Lawrence Erlbaum Associates, Inc (ISBN 0-8058-5807-5).

Using pointing devices: quantifying differences across user groups (2005)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Keates, S., Trewin, S., & Paradise, J. (2005, July). Using pointing devices: quantifying differences across user groups. Presented at 3rd International Conference on Universal Access in Human-Computer Interaction, Las Vegas, USA

The Conference Proceedings have been published in CD-ROM by Lawrence Erlbaum Associates, Inc (ISBN 0-8058-5807-5).

A model of cursor movement for multiple haptic targets (2005)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Hwang, F., Langdon, P., Clarkson, P. J., & Keates, S. (2005, July). A model of cursor movement for multiple haptic targets. Presented at 3rd International Conference on Universal Access in Human-Computer Interaction, Las Vegas, USA

The Conference Proceedings have been published in CD-ROM by Lawrence Erlbaum Associates, Inc (ISBN 0-8058-5807-5).

A haptic toolbar for motion-impaired users (2005)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Hwang, F., Langdon, P., Clarkson, P., & Keates, S. (2005, July). A haptic toolbar for motion-impaired users. Presented at 11th International Conference on Human Computer Interaction (HCII 2005), Las Vegas, USA

The Conference Proceedings have been published in CD-ROM by Lawrence Erlbaum Associates, Inc (now part of Taylor & Francis Group). ISBN 0-8058-5807-5

Limits on the penetration of coiled tubing in horizontal oil wells: effect of the pipe geometry. (2005)
Journal Article
McCourt, I., & Kubie, J. (2005). Limits on the penetration of coiled tubing in horizontal oil wells: effect of the pipe geometry. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part C: Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science, 219(11), 1191-1197. https://doi.org/10.1243/095440605X32066

To carry out remedial work in oil wells through the production tubing string, a method using a continuous length of steel coiled tubing is used. In horizontal wells substantial friction forces are generated which resist the motion of the tubing as it... Read More about Limits on the penetration of coiled tubing in horizontal oil wells: effect of the pipe geometry..

Influence of geometrical and material variability on the permissible span of multi-webbed composite timber joists (2005)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Bahadori, A., Kermani, A., & Zhang, B. (2005, November). Influence of geometrical and material variability on the permissible span of multi-webbed composite timber joists. Poster presented at International Symposium on wood Science and Technologies (IAWPS 2005), The Japan Wood Research Society (JWRS)

Influence of geometrical and material variability on the permissible span of multi-webbed composite timber joists.

Parametric study of multi-webbed composite timber joists. (2005)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Zhang, B., Bahadori-Jahromi, A., & Kermani, A. (2005, November). Parametric study of multi-webbed composite timber joists. Presented at Second Scottish Conference for Postgraduate Researchers of the Built and Natural Environment

Parametric study of multi-webbed composite timber joists.

Axially loaded Helifx connectors in timber. (2005)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Coste, G., & Kermani, A. (2005, November). Axially loaded Helifx connectors in timber. Presented at The Second Scottish Conference for Postgraduate Researchers of the Built & Natural Environment (PRoBE)

This paper presents an experimental investigation on the withdrawal of a new connector type for use in structural timber. The structural performance of Helifix fasteners, which have been used as efficient wall ties and masonry repairs for a number of... Read More about Axially loaded Helifx connectors in timber..

Developments in Timber Engineering (2005)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Kermani, A. (2005, October). Developments in Timber Engineering. Presented at Joint Meeting of Institution of Civil Engineers and the Institution of Structural Engineers,

Developments in timber engineering.

An inexpensive instrument to measure the dynamic response of standing trees to wind loading (2005)
Journal Article
Moore, J. R., Gardiner, B. A., Blackburn, G. R. A., Brickman, A., & Maguire, D. A. (2005). An inexpensive instrument to measure the dynamic response of standing trees to wind loading. Agricultural and forest meteorology, 132(1-2), 78-83. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.agrformet.2005.07.007

A relatively inexpensive caliper type strain-gauge transducer was developed for measuring the dynamic behavior of tree stems and branches subjected to wind loading. Laboratory and field tests showed that the voltage signal produced by the transducer... Read More about An inexpensive instrument to measure the dynamic response of standing trees to wind loading.

Properties of new and recycled clay brick aggregates for use in concrete. (2005)
Journal Article
Khalaf, F., & De Venny, A. S. (2005). Properties of new and recycled clay brick aggregates for use in concrete. Journal of Materials in Civil Engineering, 17(4), 456-464. https://doi.org/10.1061/%28ASCE%290899-1561%282005%2917%3A4%28456%29

The testing described in this paper was performed to establish the physical and mechanical properties of new and recycled crushed clay brick aggregates for use in portland cement concrete (PCC). Various physical and mechanical properties of eight dif... Read More about Properties of new and recycled clay brick aggregates for use in concrete..

New directions for NDT in forestry (2005)
Journal Article
Mackenzie, R., Smith, S., & Fairfield, C. A. (2005). New directions for NDT in forestry. Insight - Non-Destructive Testing & Condition Monitoring, 47(7), 416-420. https://doi.org/10.1784/insi.2005.47.7.416

The need for improved timber quality assessment is important to the forestry industry. Scotland's harvestable softwood population will reach the peak of its 50 year plantation cycle in 2020. Current mechanical grading results in waste and the underly... Read More about New directions for NDT in forestry.

Research methods for supporting the design of interfaces for universal access (2005)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Keates, S. (2005, July). Research methods for supporting the design of interfaces for universal access. Presented at 3rd International Conference on Universal Access in Human-Computer Interaction, Las Vegas, USA

The Conference Proceedings have been published in CD-ROM by Lawrence Erlbaum Associates, Inc (ISBN 0-8058-5807-5).

A value engineering analysis of timber windows (2005)
Journal Article
Asif, M., Muneer, T., & Kubie, J. (2005). A value engineering analysis of timber windows. Building services engineering research & technology : BSER & T, 26(2), 145-155. https://doi.org/10.1191/0143624405bt122oa

Cost effectiveness of products and services has become very important in today’s highly competitive market. The customer needs a product that accomplishes its required functions with economy. Value engineering is a very interesting management techniq... Read More about A value engineering analysis of timber windows.

Sustainability analysis of window frames (2005)
Journal Article
Asif, M., Muneer, T., & Kubie, J. (2005). Sustainability analysis of window frames. Building services engineering research & technology : BSER & T, 26(1), 71-87. https://doi.org/10.1191/0143624405bt118tn

The characteristics of the frame materials have significant impacts on the properties of a window. A window itself plays a crucial role in determining the overall energy performance of the building. This article analyses four different frame types; a... Read More about Sustainability analysis of window frames.