The Faculty of Engineering

West Indian Journal of Engineering

Archived Issue

Volume 28: Number 2-January 2006

Contents

Editorial

Foamy Oil Production in Trinidad - J.A. Babwah, R.A. Dawe and W. Mellowes.
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Science, Technology and Innovation in Caribbean Countries:  Performance Indicators of a Generic Model - C.K. Sankat, K.F. Pun and C.B. Motilal. Abstract | View PDF

Engineering Properties of Major Soils Used in Cricket Pitches in Trinidad - E.I. Ekwue, D.Z. Lall and R.J. Stone. Abstract | View PDF

Osmotic Dehydration and Microwave-Drying of Guava Fruit
Part 2: Microwave-Convective and Microwave-Vacuum-Drying - S. Geyer, P.S. Sunjka and G.S.V. Raghavan. Abstract | View PDF

The Environmental Significance of Some Microscopic Organisms Around Nevis, West Indies - B. Wilson. Abstract | View PDF

Dynamic Response of Footing Resting on a Layered Soil System - D.K. Baidya and A. Mandal. Abstract | View PDF

Experimental Investigation of the Performance of a Design Model for Vapour Compression Refrigeration Systems - M.A. Akintunde, C.A. Adegoke and O.P. Fapetu. Abstract | View PDF

13th World Conference in Earthquake Engineering 2004 – Caribbean Implications and Recommendations - R.P. Clarke . View PDF

Abstract
The 13th World Conference in Earthquake Engineering (13WCEE) was held in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada from 1st – 6th August, 2004.  Attended by 2,400 delegates from 52 countries, 2,421 presentations were sub-divided into 30 categories.  This event is the premier source for the state-of-the-art information in Earthquake Engineering (EE) in the world and is a major determinant for setting the direction for future developments.  Given the significant seismic hazard in many of the Caribbean’s territories, there are implications for the developments of Earthquake Engineering in the region.  In this paper, implications and recommendations are presented in terms of research and practice and with respect to what is perceived as the main directives that should be adopted by the relevant regional authorities.  A major finding is that the gap between the current stat of the Caribbean R&D and practice in EE and the required levels for optimal safety, cost-effectiveness and international inclusion has increased significantly and must be addressed with a sense of urgency.