Publications


Refereed Journal Publications (Published, Accepted, Submitted)

  1. Abass, M., Elbeltagi, E., and Elshikh, A. (2023). “Optimization of Construction Site Layout Using BIM Generative Design.” International Journal of Construction Management, https://doi.org/10.1080/15623599.2023.2222997.

  2. Rageh, M.O. Gabr, A.R., El-badawy, S.M. and Elbeltagi, E. (2023). ”Highway Sustainability Factors: Holistic and Social Network Analyses.” KSCE Journal of Civil Engineering, Accepted for publication.

  3. Zeinab Abdalfatah, Z., Elbeltagi, E. and Abdelshakor, M. (2023). “Safety Performance Evaluation of Construction Projects in Egypt.” Innovative Infrastructure Solutions Journal, Accepted for publication.

  4. Alaam, A., Elbeltagi, E., Naguib, M.  and Eltantawy, M.  (2023). “Selecting the optimal formwork system for horizontal elements.” Mansoura Engineering Journal (MEJ), Mansoura University, Issn-11100141, EGYPT, Vol. 48, No. 1, Article 7, pp. 113-124, https://doi.org/10.58491/2735-4202.3030.

  5. Amien, D.H., Elbeltagi, E., Mashhour, I.M. and Ehab, A. (2023). “Impact of COVID-19 on Construction Production Rate.” Buildings, MDPI, Vol. 13, No. 5, 1127, https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings13051127.

  6. Abd EL-Hamid, H. T., Kaloop, M., Elbeltagi, E. and Hu, J.W. (2023). “Impact Assessment of the Land Use Dynamics and Water Pollution on Ecosystem Services Value of the Nile-Delta Coastal Lakes, Egypt.” Journal of the Indian Society of Remote Sensing, Vol. 51, No. 5, pp. 963-981,  https://doi.org/10.1007/s12524-022-01663-z.

  7. Elshoubaky, S., Elbeltagi, E., Abd Elrahman, M.  and Elmasoudi, I.  (2023). “System Dynamics and TOPSIS Models for Sustainable Building Materials Selection Considering Life Cycle Assessment.” Mansoura Engineering Journal (MEJ), Mansoura University, Issn-11100141, EGYPT, Vol. 48, No. 1, Article 1, pp. 1-19, https://doi.org/10.58491/2735-4202.3026.

  8. Altassan; A., Othman, M., Elbeltagi, E., Abdelshakor, M. and Ehab, A. (2023). “A Qualitative Investigation of the Obstacles Inherent in the Implementation of Building Information Modeling (BIM).” Buildings, MDPI, Vol 13, No. 3, 700, https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings13030700.

  9. Gaber, M., Diab, A., Elbeltagi, E. and Wahaballa, A. (2023). “Integrated Safety-Pavement Maintenance Management System (SPMS) for Local Authorities in Egypt.” Journal of Engineering Sciences, Part A: Civil Engineering, Assuit University, Vol. 51, No. 2, pp. 125-147, DOI:10.21608/jesaun.2023.175063.1182.

  10. Elbeltagi, E., Wefki, H. and Rana Khallaf, R. (2023). “Sustainable Building Optimization Model for Early-Stage Design.” Buildings, MDPI, Vol. 13, No. 1, 74, https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings13010074.

  11. Evans, M., Farrell, P., Elbeltagi, E. and Dion, H. (2021). “Barriers to integrating lean construction and integrated project delivery (IPD) on construction mega-projects towards the global integrated delivery (GID) in multinational organisations: LeanIPD&GID transformative initiatives.” Journal of Engineering, Design and Technology, Vol. 21 No. 3, pp. 778-818, https://doi.org/10.1108/JEDT-02-2021-0070.

  12. Mashali, A., Elbeltagi, E., Motawa, I., Elshikh, M. (2023). “Stakeholder Management Challenges in Mega Construction Projects: Critical Success Factors.” Journal of Engineering, Design and Technology, Accepted for publication, Vol. 21 No. 2, pp. 358-375, https://doi.org/10.1108/JEDT-09-2021-0483.

  13. Taher, AH. and Elbeltagi, E., (2023). “Integrating Building Information Modeling with Value Engineering to Facilitate the Selection of Building Design Alternatives Considering Sustainability.” International Journal of Construction Management, Vol. 23, No. 11, pp. 1886-1901,   https://doi.org/10.1080/15623599.2021.2021465.

  14. Elnabawy, M, Elbeltagi, E., El Banna, M.M., Elsheikh, M., Motawa, I., Hu J. and Kaloop, M. (2022). “Conceptual Prediction of Harbor Sedimentation Quantities Using AI Approaches to Support Integrated Coastal Structures Management.” Ocean Engineering and Science, Ocean Engineering and Science, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.joes.2022.06.005.

  15. Mostafa, F., Elsyaed, A.M., Eid, M.S., Elbeltagi, E. and Elmasoudi, I. (2022). “Towards Fairly Sharing Risks in Public Private Partnership Projects: Shapley Value Approach.” Innovative Infrastructure Solutions Journal, 7, 316,https://doi.org/10.1007/s41062-022-00920-x.

  16. Evans, M., Farrell, P., Elbeltagi, E. and Dion, H. (2022). “Competency framework to integrate lean construction and integrated project delivery on construction megaprojects; towards a future of work global initiatives in multinational engineering organisations.” Benchmarking: An International Journal, Vol. 29, No. 6, pp. 1913-1956, https://doi.org/10.1108/BIJ-02-2021-0066.

  17. El-ziady, M.A., Elbeltagi, E., El-Kalla, I.L, Abouhawwash, M. (2022). “Solving the Economic Load Dispatch Based on NSGA-II and RNSGA-II.” International Journal of Renewable Energy Research-IJRER, Vol. 12, No. 1, pp. 458-465, https://doi.org/10.20508/ijrer.v12i1.12693.g8419.

  18. Mansour, A.G., Eid, M.S. and Elbeltagi, E. (2022). “Construction Facilities Location Selection for Urban Linear Infrastructure Maintenance Projects Using Uniform Cost Search Method.” Accepted, Soft Computing Journal, Springer, Vol. 26, No. 3, pp. 1403-1415, https://doi.org/10.1007/s00500-021-06408-7.

  19. Adel, A., Elbeltagi, E., Elhakeem, A. (2022). “Level of Details in BIM Model and Project Cost Estimate Accuracy.” International Journal of Engineering, Science and Mathematics, Vol. 10, No. 12, pp. 14-22.

  20. Elmasoudi, I., Ibrahim, M., Tokimatsu, K. and Elbeltagi, E., (2022). “Environmental Impact Assessment Model for Buildings’ Construction Activities.” International Journal of Construction Management, Vol. 22, No. 5, pp.849-860, https://doi.org/10.1080/15623599.2019. 1657256.

  21. Abass, M., Elbeltagi, E., and Elshikh, A. (2021). “Visual Programming-Based Generative Design Optimization Model for Construction Site Layout Planning.” Mansoura Engineering Journal (MEJ), Mansoura University, Issn-11100141, EGYPT, Vol. 46, No. 4, pp 31-42, DOI: 10.21608/BFEMU.2022.213112.

  22. Elbeltagi, E., and Wefki, H. (2021). “Predicting Energy Consumption for Residential Buildings using ANN through Parametric Modeling.” Energy Reports Journal, Elsevier, Vol. 7, Nov. 2021, pp. 2534-2545, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.egyr.2021.04.053.

  23. Eissa, R. Eid, M.S. and Elbeltagi, E. (2021). “Current Applications of Game Theory in Construction Engineering and Management Research: A Social Network Analysis Approach.” Construction Engineering and Management, ASCE, Vol. 147, No. 7, 04021066, DOI: 10.1061/(ASCE)CO.1943-7862.0002085.

  24. Elhadidy A., El-Badawy. S. and Elbeltagi, E. (2019). “A Simplified Pavement Condition Index Regression Model for Pavement Evaluation.” International Journal of Pavement Engineering, Vol. 22, No. 5, pp. 643-652,  https://doi.org/10.1080/10298436.2019.1633579.

  25. Eissa, R. Eid, M.S. and Elbeltagi, E. (2021). “Conceptual Profit Allocation Framework for Construction Joint Ventures: A Shapley-Value Approach.” Journal of Management in Engineering, ASCE, Vol. 37, No. 3, 04021016, DOI: 10.1061/(ASCE)ME.1943-5479.0000911.

  26. Eid, M. S., Elbeltagi, E. and El-Adaway, I. S. (2021). “Simultaneous multi-criteria optimization for scheduling linear infrastructure projects.” International Journal of Construction Management, Vol. 21, No. 1, pp.41-55,  https://doi.org/10.1080/15623599.2018.1505027.

  27. Sahlol, D.G., Elbeltagi, E., Elzoughiby, M. and Abd Elrahman, M. (2021). “Sustainable Building Materials Assessment and Selection Using System Dynamics.” Journal of Building Engineering, Elsevier, Vol. 35, Mar 2021, Article 101978, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jobe.2020.101978.

  28. El-Ghandour, H., Elabd, S. and Elbeltagi, E. (2020). “Assessment of Optimal Water Distribution Systems Design under Steady-State and Transient Conditions Due to Pipe Roughness Uncertainty.” Ain Shams Engineering Journal, Vol. 12, No. 1,  March 2021, pp. 465-473,   https://doi.org/10.1016/j.asej.2020.09.014.

  29. ElKalla, I.G., Elbeltagi, E., and ElShikh, M.M.Y. (2021). “Solving Fuzzy Time-Cost Trade-Off in Construction Projects Using Linear Programming.” Journal of The Institution of Engineers (India): Series A, Vol. 102, No. 1, March 2021, pp. 267-278, https://doi.org/10.1007/s40030-020-00489-7.

  30. Darwish, A.M., Tantawy, M.M. and Elbeltagi, E. (2020). “Critical Success Factors for BIM Implementation in Construction Projects.” Saudi Journal of Civil Engineering (SJCE), Vol. 4, No. 9, pp. 180-191, DOI: 10.36348/sjce.2020.v04i09.006.

  31. El-Ghandour, H., Elbeltagi, E. and Gabr, M. (2020). “Design of Irrigation Canals with Minimum Overall Cost Using Particle Swarm Optimization, Case Study: El-Sheikh Gaber Canal, North Sinai Peninsula, Egypt.” Journal of Hydroinformatics, Vol. 22, No. 5, pp. 1258-1269, IWA, DOI:10.2166/hydro.2020.199.

  32. Elhadidy A., Elbeltagi, E. and El-Badawy. S. (2020). “Network-Based Optimization System for Pavement Maintenance Using a Probabilistic Simulation-Based Genetic Algorithm Approach.” Journal of Transportation Engineering, Part B: Pavement, ASCE, Vol. 146, No. 4, 04020069, DOI: 10.1061/JPEODX.0000237.

  33. Evans, M., Farrell, P., Elbeltagi, E., Mashali, A.  and Elhendawi, A. (2020). “Influence of Partnering Agreements Associated with BIM Adoption on Stakeholder’s Behaviour in Construction Mega-Projects.” International Journal of BIM and Engineering Science, BIM Arabia, Vol. 3, No. 1, pp. 1-17.

  34. Kaloop, M., Elbeltagi, E. and Hu, J.W. (2020). “Estimating the Dynamic Behavior of Highway Steel Plate Girder Bridges Using Real-Time Strain Measurements.” Applied Science Journal, MPDI Vol. 10, No. 12, 4215, https://doi.org/10.3390/app10124215.

  35. Ebrahim E.M., El-Badawy. S., Ibrahim, M.H. and Elbeltagi, E. (2020). “A Modified Pavement Condition Rating Index for Flexible Pavement Evaluation in Egypt.” Innovative Infrastructure Solutions Journal, Vol. 5, No. 2, Article no. 55, https://doi.org/10.1007/s41062-020-00304-z.

  36. Kaloop, M., Kim, K., Elbeltagi, E. and Jin, X. (2020). “Service-Life Evaluation of Existing Bridges Subjected to Static and Moving Trucks Using Structural Health Monitoring System: Case Study.” KSCE Journal of Civil Engineering, Vol. 24, No. 5, pp. 1593-1606, https://doi.org/10.1007/s12205-020-2128-1.

  37. Elnabawy, M., Elbeltagi, E., El Banna, M.M., Elsheikh, M., Motawa, I. and Kaloop, M. (2020). “An Approach based on Landsat Images for Shoreline Monitoring to Support Integrated Coastal Management: A case study.” ISPRS International Journal of Geo-Information, MPDI, Vol. 9, No.4, 199; https://doi.org/10.3390/ijgi9040199.

  38. El-Ghandour, H. and Elbeltagi, E. (2020). “Pumping Optimization of Coastal Aquifers Using Probabilistic Search Case Study: Quaternary Aquifer of El-Arish Rafah, Egypt.” Hydrology Research Journal, IWA, Vol. 51, No. 1, pp. 90-104, https://doi.org/10.2166/nh.2019.093.

  39. Elhendawi, A., Omar, H., Elbeltagi, E. and Smith, A. (2019). “Practical Approach for Paving the Way to Motivate BIM Non-users to Adopt BIM.” International Journal of BIM and Engineering Science, BIM Arabia, Vol. 2, No. 2, pp. 1-22.

  40. Abdelalim, A., Elbeltagi, E. and Mekky, A. (2019). “Factors Affecting Productivity and Improvement in Building Construction Sites.” International Journal of Productivity and Quality Management, https://doi.org/10.1504/IJPQM.2019.101927, Inderscience Publishers, UK.

  41. Elhendawi, A., Smith, A. and Elbeltagi, E. (2019). “Methodology for BIM Implementation in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.” International Journal of BIM and Engineering Science, BIM Arabia, Vol. 2, No. 1, pp. 1-22.

  42. Kaloop, M., Hwang, W., Elbeltagi, E., Beshr, A. and Hu, J.W. (2019). “Evaluation of Dorim-Goh Bridge using Ambient Trucks through Short-period Structural Health Monitoring System.” Structural Engineering and Mechanics, An International Journal, Techno-Press, Vol. 69, No. 3, pp. 347-359, https://doi.org/10.12989/sem.2019.69.3.347.

  43. Taher, A., Abdel Rashid, I. and Elbeltagi, E. (2019). “Application of Analytic Hierarchy Process in Evaluating Decision Alternatives: A Case Study.” International Journal of Research in Engineering & Management, Vol. 3, No. 2, pp. 7-14.

  44. Taher, A., Abdel Rashid, I. and Elbeltagi, E. (2019). “Integration of Building Information Modeling with Value Engineering in Construction Industry: Case Study.” International Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences, Vol. 8, No. 4, pp. 75-82.

  45. Elhakeem, A., Elbeltagi, E., and Magreya, M. (2018). “Multi-criteria Fuzzy Bid/No Bid Pre-Tender Model.” Civil Engineering Research Magazine (CERM), Al-Azhar University, Egypt, Vol. 40, No. 4, pp. 256-267.

  46. El-Ghandour, H. and Elbeltagi, E. (2018). “Developing Four Metaheuristic Algorithms for Multiple-Objective Management of Groundwater.” Journal of Soft Computing in Civil Engineering, Pouyan Press, Vol. 2, No. 4, pp. 1-22m http://dx.doi.org/10.22115/SCCE.2018.128344.1057.

  47. Kaloop, M., Hu, J.W. and Elbeltagi, E. (2018). “Pile-Raft Settlements Prediction under Coupled Static-Dynamic Loads using Four Heuristic Regression Approaches.” Shock and Vibration, Vol. 2018, Article ID 3425461, https://doi.org/10.1155/2018/342541.

  48. Kaloop, M., Hu, J.W., Elbeltagi, E. and Elrefai, A. (2018). “Structural Health Monitoring and Assessment: Sensors and Analysis.” Editorial, Journal of Sensors, Vol. 18, Article ID 9834958,  https://doi.org/10.1155/2018/9834958.

  49. El-Ghandour, H. and Elbeltagi, E. (2018). “Comparison of Five Evolutionary Algorithms for Optimization of Water Distribution Networks.” Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering, ASCE, Vol. 32, No. 1, pp. 04017066-1:04017066-10, https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)CP.1943-5487.0000717.

  50. Kaloop, M., Elbeltagi, E., Hu, J.W. and Elrefai, A. (2017). “Recent Advances of Structures Monitoring and Evaluation using GPS-Time Series Monitoring Systems: A Review.” ISPRS International Journal of Geo-Information, MPDI, Vol. 6, No. 12, 382; https://doi.org/10.3390/ijgi6120382.

  51. Elbeltagi, E., Wefki, H., Abdrabou, S., Dawood, M. and, Ramzy, A. (2017). “Visualized Strategy for Predicting Buildings Energy Consumption During Early Design Stage Using Parametric Analysis.” Journal of Building Engineering, Elsevier, Vol. 13, Sep 17, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jobe.2017.07.012, pp. 127-136.

  52. Kaloop, M., Hu, J.W. and Elbeltagi, E. (2017). “Predicting the Pullout Capacity of Small Ground Anchors Using Nonlinear Integrated Computing Techniques.” Shock and Vibration, Vol. 2017, Article ID 2601063, https://doi.org/10.1155/2017/2601063.

  53. Kaloop, M., Hu, J.W. and Elbeltagi, E. (2016). “Adjustment and Assessment of the Measurements of Low and High Sampling Frequencies of GPS Real-Time Monitoring of Structural Movement.” ISPRS International Journal of Geo-Information, MPDI, Vol. 5, No. 12, 220; https://doi.org/10.3390/ijgi5120222.

  54. Elmasoudi, I., Elbeltagi, E., and Abdel Reheem, A., (2016). “Condition Assessment of Water Pipelines Using Artificial Neural Networks.” Civil Engineering Research Magazine (CERM), Al-Azhar University, Egypt, Vol. 38, No. 2, pp. 310-322.

  55. Henigal, A., Elbeltagi, E., Eldwiny, M. and Serry, M. (2016). “Artificial Neural Network Model for Forecasting Concrete Compressive Strength and Slump in Egypt.” Journal of Al-Azhar University Engineering Sector (JAUES), Vol. 11, No. 39 (April), pp. 435-446.

  56. Kaloop, M., Hu, J.W. and Elbeltagi, E. (2016). “Time-Series and Frequency-Spectrum Correlation Analysis of Bridge Performance based on Real-Time Strain Monitoring System.” ISPRS International Journal of Geo-Information, MPDI, Vol. 5, No. 5, 61; dhttps://doi.org/10.3390/ijgi5050061.

  57. Elbeltagi, E., Ammar, M., Sanad, H. and Kassab, M. (2016). “Overall Multiobjective Optimization of Construction Projects Scheduling Using Particle Swarm.” Journal of Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, Vol. 23, No. 3, pp. 265-282, https://doi.org/10.1108/ECAM-11-2014-0135.

  58. Kaloop, M., Hu, J.W. and Elbeltagi, E. (2016). “Evaluation of High-speed Railway Bridge based on Nondestructive Monitoring System.” Applied Science Journal, MPDI, Vol. 6, No. 1, 24, https://doi.org/10.3390/app6010024.

  59. Elbeltagi, E., Kaloop, M., and Elnabawy, M. (2015). “GPS-Monitoring and Assessment of Mansoura Railway Steel-Bridge based on Filter and Wavelet Methods.” Asian Journal of Earth Sciences, Academic Journals Inc., https://doi.org/10.3923/ajes.2015, Vol. 8, No. 4, pp. 114-126.

  60. Abass, H.A., Elbeltagi, E., and Youssef, M. (2015). “Developing a Computerized Framework for Applying Value Engineering in Construction Projects.” Mansoura Engineering Journal (MEJ), Mansoura University, EGYPT, Vol. 40, No. 3, pp.

  61. Suad, H., Elbeltagi, E., and Hosny, H. (2015). “Cost Pollution Trade-off Optimization in Highway Construction.” Journal of Al-Azhar University Engineering Sector (JAUES), Vol. 10, No. 34, pp.

  62. Kaloop, M., Elbeltagi, E., and Elnabawy, M. (2015). “GPS-Based Bridge Health Monitoring with Wavelet Principal Component and Spectrum Analysis: Case Study Mansoura Bridge-Egypt.” Journal of Performance of constructed facilities (ASCE), Vol. 29, No. 3, pp. 04014071-1:04014071-10, https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)CF.1943-5509.0000559.

  63. Elhadidy, A., Elbeltagi, E. and Ammar, M. (2015). “Optimum Analysis of Pavement Maintenance Using Multi-Objectives Genetic Algorithms.” Housing and Building Research Center (HBRC) Journal, Elsevier Publisher, Vol. 11, No. 1, pp. 107-113, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.hbrcj.2014.02.008.

  64. Elbeltagi, E., Hosny, O, Abdel-Razek, R. and El-Fitory, A. (2014). “Conceptual Cost Estimate of Libyan Highway Projects Using Artificial Neural Network.” International Journal of Engineering Research and Application (IJERA), Vol. 4, No. 8 (Version 5), pp. 56-66.

  65. El-Ghrory, A.K. and Elbeltagi, E. (2015). “Delay Analysis Methodologies within Egyptian Construction Industry Organization.” Journal of Al-Azhar University Engineering Sector (JAUES), Vol. 10, No. 35 (April), pp.

  66. Elbeltagi, E., Hosny, O, Dawood, M. and Elhakeem, A. (2014). “BIM-Based Cost Estimating/Monitoring for Building Construction.” International Journal of Engineering Research and Application (IJERA), Vol. 4, No. 7 (Version 4), pp. 56-66.

  67. Alaryan, A., Elbeltagi, E., Elshahat, A. and Dawood, M. (2014). “Causes and Effects of Change Orders on Construction Projects in Kuwait.” International Journal of Engineering Research and Application (IJERA), Vol. 4, No. 7 (Version 2), pp. 1-8.

  68. Elbeltagi, E., Elshikh, M., Dawood, M. and Elsabaa, M. (2014). “Risk Assessment in Lean Construction Projects.” Journal of Al-Azhar University Engineering Sector (JAUES), Vol. 9, No. 32, pp. 892-901.

  69. El-Ghandour, H. and Elbeltagi, E. (2014). “Optimal Groundwater Management Using a New Multi-Objective Particle Swarm Evolution Strategy.” Journal of Hydrologic Engineering, ASCE, Vol. 19, No. 6, pp. 1141-1149, https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)HE.1943-5584.0000910.

  70. Elnabawy, M., Kaloop, M. and Elbeltagi, E. (2013). “Talkha Steel Highway Bridge Monitoring and Movement Identification Using RTK-GPS Technique.” Journal of the International Measurement Confederation (Measurement), Elsevier Publisher, Vol. 46, No. 10, pp. 4282-4292, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.measurement.2013.08.014.

  71. Abdel Reheem, A., Elbeltagi, E., and Almutari, K. (2013). “Planning of Construction Sites and its Effect on the Quality of Construction Elements.” Civil Engineering Research Magazine (CERM), Al-Azhar University, Egypt, Vol. 35, No.2, pp. 608-621.

  72. Elbeltagi, I., Elbeltagi, E., and Dawood, M. (2013). “Framework of Condition Assessment for Sewer Pipelines.” International Journal of Engineering Research and Application (IJERA), Vol. 3, No. 4, pp. 1833-1844.

  73. Elbeltagi, E., Hosny, O, Elhakeem, A., Abdul-Razek, M., and Saeed, M. (2012). “Fuzzy Logic Model for Selection of Vertical Formwork Systems.” Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, ASCE, Vol. 138, No. 7, pp. 832-840, https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)CO.1943-7862.0000490.

  74. Elbeltagi, E., Mohamed, H. H., and Thabet, D. (2012). “Neural Network and Multiple Regression Models for Production Rates Estimation of Excavation Operation.” The Egyptian International Journal of Engineering Sciences and Technology (EIJEST), Zagazig University, Egypt, Jan 2012, Vol. 15, No. 1, pp. 1006-1016.

  75. Elbeltagi, E., Mohamed, H. H., and Thabet, D. (2012). “Modeling Excavation Operation in Building Projects: A Simulation Approach.” The Egyptian International Journal of Engineering Sciences and Technology (EIJEST), Zagazig University, Egypt, Jan 2012, Vol. 15, No. 1, pp. 1051-1059.

  76. Salama, Y., Elbeltagi, E., and Sanad, A. (2011). “Factors Affecting Construction Cost Estimate in Pre-Tendering Stage.” Civil Engineering Research Magazine (CERM), Al-Azhar University, Egypt.

  77. Hassneen, A., Elbeltagi, E., and Tantawy, M. (2011) "Generic Asset Management System." Journal of Al Azhar University Engineering Sector (JAUES), Al-Azhar University, Egypt, Vol. 6, No. 20, pp. 822-829.

  78. ElKalla, I.G., Elbeltagi, E., and ElShikh, M.M.Y. (2011). “Project Scheduling with Uncertain Data Using Fuzzy Logic.” Mansoura Engineering Journal (MEJ), Mansoura University, EGYPT, Vol. 36, No. 3 (Septermber), pp. c1-c12.

  79. Elbeltagi, E., and Dawood, M. (2011). “Integrated Visualized Time Control System for Repetitive Construction Projects.” Automation in Construction Journal, Elsevier Science, Vol. 20, No. 7, pp. 940-953, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.autcon.2011.03.012.

  80. Elbeltagi, E., Hosny, O, Elhakeem, A., Abdul-Razek, M., and Abdullah, A. (2011). “Selection of Slab Formwork System Using Fuzzy Logic.” Journal of Construction Management and Economics, Taylor and Francis, Vol. 29, No. 7, pp. 659-670, https://doi.org/10.1080/01446193.2011.590144.

  81. Elbeltagi, E., Dawood, M., and Abd Elraheem, A. (2011). “Statistical Fuzzy Process Control Charts for Monitoring Construction Project Performance.” Journal of  Engineering and Applied Science, Cairo University, Vol. 58, No. 1, pp. 77-93.

  82. Ammar, M., Elbeltagi, E., and Sanad, H. (2010). “Modeling Nonlinear Activity Cost Distributions for Optimizing Construction Cash Flow.” Ain-Shams Journal of Civil Engineering (ASJCE), Vol. 2, pp.

  83. Saeed, M., Elbeltagi, E., and Emam, M. (2008) "Selection of Optimal Vertical Formwork System in Egypt Using Fuzzy Logic." Civil Engineering Research Magazine (CERM), Al-Azhar University, Egypt, Vol. 30, No. 3, pp. 796-807.

  84. Elbeltagi, E., Hegazy, T., and Grierson, D. (2007). “A Modified Shuffled-Frog-Leaping Optimization Algorithm: Applications to Project Management.” Journal of Structure and Infrastructure Engineering, Taylor & Francis, Vol. 3, No. 1, pp. 53-60, https://doi.org/10.1080/15732470500254535.

  85. Elbehairy, H., Elbeltagi, E., Hegazy, T, and Soudki K. (2006). “Comparison of Two Evolutionary Algorithms for Optimization of Bridge Deck Repairs.” Journal of Computer-Aided Civil and Infrastructure Engineering, Vol. 21, No. 8, pp. 561-572, https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1467-8667.2006.00458.x.

  86. Elbeltagi, E., Hegazy, T., and Grierson, D. (2005). “Comparison among Five Evolutionary-Based Optimization Algorithms.” Journal of Advanced Engineering Informatics, Elsevier Science, VO. 19, No. 1, pp. 43-53, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.aei.2005.01.004.

  87. Hegazy, T., Elbeltagi, E., and Zhang, K. (2005). “Keeping Better Site Records Using Intelligent Bar Charts.” Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, ASCE, Vol. 131, No. 5, pp. 513-521, https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)0733-9364(2005)131:5(513).

  88. Hegazy, T., Elbeltagi, E., and El-Behairy, H. (2004). “Bridge Deck Management System with Integrated Life Cycle Cost Optimization.” Transportation Research Record: Journal of the Transportation Research Board, No. 1866, TRB, National Research Council, Washington, D.C., pp. 44-50, https://doi.org/10.3141/1866-06.

  89. Elbeltagi, E., Hegazy, T., and Eldosouky, A. (2004). “Dynamic Layout of Construction Temporary Facilities Considering Safety." Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, ASCE, Vol. 130. No. 4. pp. 534-541, https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)0733-9364(2004)130:4(534).

  90. Hegazy, T., Elhakeem, A., and Elbeltagi, E. (2004). “Distributed Scheduling Model for Infrastructure Networks.”  Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, ASCE, Vol. 130, No. 2, pp. 160-167, https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)0733-9364(2004)130:2(160).

  91. Attalla, M., Hegazy, T. and Elbeltagi, E. (2004). “In-House Delivery of Multiple-Small Reconstruction Projects.” Journal of Management in Engineering, ASCE, Vol. 20, No. 1, pp. 25-31, https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)0742-597X(2004)20:1(25).

  92. Sakla, S., and Elbeltagi, E. (2003). “Design of Steel Roofs Subjected to Drifted Snow Using Genetic Optimization.”  Journal of Computers and Structures, Elsevier Publisher, Vol. 81, No. 6, pp. 339-348, https://doi.org/10.1016/S0045-7949(03)00017-8.

  93. Ammar, M., and Elbeltagi, E. (2001). “Algorithm for Determining Controlling Path Considering Resource Continuity." Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering, ASCE, Vol. 15, No. 4, pp. 292-298, https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)0887-3801(2001)15:4(292).

  94. Elbeltagi, E., Hegazy, T., Hosny, A., and Eldosouky, A. (2001). “Schedule-Dependent Evolution of Site Layout Planning." Journal of Construction Management and Economics, Vol. 19, No. 7, pp. 689-697, https://doi.org/10.1080/01446190110066713.

  95. Elbeltagi, E., and Hegazy, T. (2001). “A Hybrid AI-Based System for Site Layout Planning in Construction." Computer-Aided Civil and Infrastructure Engineering Journal, Vol. 16, No.2, pp. 79-93, https://doi.org/10.1111/0885-9507.00215.

  96. Hegazy, T., Shabeeb, A. Elbeltagi, E., and Cheema T. (2000). “Algorithm for Scheduling with MultiSkilled Constrained Resources.” Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, ASCE, Vol. 126, No. 6, pp. 414-421, https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)0733-9364(2000)126:6(414).

  97. Karray, F., Zaneldin, E., Hegazy, T., Shabeeb, A., and Elbeltagi, E. (2000). "Tools of Soft Computing as Applied to the Problem of Facilities Layout Planning." IEEE Transactions on Fuzzy Systems, Vol. 8, No. 4, pp. 367-379, https://doi.org/10.1109/91.868944.

  98. Hegazy, T., and Elbeltagi, E. (2000). “Simplified Spreadsheet Solutions: A Model for Site Layout Planning.” Cost Engineering Journal, AACE International, Vol. 42, No. 1, pp. 24-30.

  99. Hegazy, T., and Elbeltagi, E. (1999). “EvoSite: An Evolution-Based Model for Site Layout Planning." Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering, ASCE, Vol. 13, No. 3, pp. 198-206, https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)0887-3801(1999)13:3(198).

  100. Eldosouky, A., Abdel Reheem, A., and Elbeltagi, E. (1992). “A Comparison Approaches for Multi Project Scheduling.” Civil Engineering Research Magazine (CERM), Al-Azhar University, Egypt, Vol. 14, No. 9, pp. 42-51.

Conference Publications

  1. Othman, M., Elbeltagi, E., Abdelshakor, M. and Ehab, A. (2022). “Adopt the 3D BIM Coordination During the Early Design Stages in Egypt.” Construction Research Congress 2022: Next Generation Construction, ASCE, March 9-12, 2022, https://doi.org/10.1061/9780784483961.127, Arlington, Virginia, U.S.A.

  2. Elbeltagi, E., Gamal, M. and Tantawy, M. (2021). “Sustainable Buildings Simulation-Based Multi-Objective Optimization Considering Environmental Impacts and Life-Cycle Cost.” 3rd International Conference for Sustainable Construction and Project Management: Integrated Management for Smart Cities, (HBRC) (CD-ROM), Paper No.30, June 20-22, 2021, Cairo, Egypt, pp.286-282.

  3. Mashali, A., Elbeltagi, E., Motawa, I. and Elshikh, M. (2020). “Stakeholder Management: An insightful Overview of Issues.” International Conference on Civil Infrastructure and Construction, CIC 2020, Doha, Qatar, Feb 2-5, pp. 217-231, http://dx.doi.org/10.29117/cic.2020.0029.

  4. Mashali, A., Elbeltagi, E., Motawa, I. and Elshikh, M. (2020). “Assessment of Response Strategy in Mega Construction Projects.” International Conference on Civil Infrastructure and Construction, CIC 2020, Doha, Qatar, Feb 2-5, pp. 208-216,  http://dx.doi.org/10.29117/cic.2020.0028.

  5. Eissa, R., Eid, M.S. and Elbeltagi, E. (2020). “A Cooperative Game Theoretic Model for Revenue Sharing in Construction Joint Ventures.” Construction Research Congress 2020: Construction Research and Innovation to Transform Society, ASCE, March 8-10, 2020, Tempe, Arizona, U.S.A, https://doi.org/10.1061/9780784482889.122.

  6. Mashali, A., Elbeltagi, E., Motawa, I. and Elshikh, M. (2019). “Assessment of Stakeholders Engagement According to Contract Type in Water Mega-Projects in Qatar.” International Conference on Sustainable Energy-Water-Environment Nexus in Desert Climate 2019, Qatar Environment and Energy Research Institute, QEERI 2019, Dec 2-5, Doha, Qatar.

  7. Elbeltagi, E., Elhakeem, A., Abu Elsoud, S. and Magreya, M. (2019). “Bid/No Bid Decision Using Fuzzy Risk Assessment.” 7th CSCE International Construction Specialty Conference (jointly with Construction Research Congress), Laval, Greater Montreal Area, June 12-15, 2019.

  8. Eid, M.S., Elbeltagi, E. and El-Adaway, I.S. (2019). “Multi-Objective Simultaneous Optimization for Linear Projects Scheduling.” The 2019 ASCE International Conference on Computing in Civil Engineering: Future Cities and Resilient Infrastructures, i3CE, June 17-19, 2019, Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, Georgia, U.S.A, pp. 561-568, DOI: 10.1061/9780784482421.071.

  9. Mansour, A.G., Eid, M.S. and Elbeltagi, E. (2019). “Optimal Construction Facilities Location Selection for Linear Infrastructure Projects.” The 2019 ASCE International Conference on Computing in Civil Engineering: Future Cities and Resilient Infrastructures, i3CE, June 17-19, 2019, Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, Georgia, U.S.A, pp. 482-490, DOI: 10.1061/9780784482421.061..

  10. Wefki, H., Elbeltagi, E., and Mostafa, M. (2018). “Predicting Energy Consumption for Residential Buildings using ANN through Parametric Modelling.” 2nd International Conference for Sustainable Construction and Project Management: Sustainable Infrastructure and Transportation for Future Cities, (HBRC) (CD-ROM), Paper SM16, Dec 16-18, 2018, Aswan, Egypt, 14 pages.

  11. Othman, M., Elbeltagi, E. and Hassan, M. (2018). “BIM Adoption and Implementation Awareness within the Egyptian AEC Industry.” 2nd International Conference for Sustainable Construction and Project Management: Sustainable Infrastructure and Transportation for Future Cities, (HBRC) (CD-ROM), Paper SM56, Dec 16-18, 2018, Aswan, Egypt, 11 pages.

  12. Elmasoudi, I., Ibrahim, M., Mahmod, W. and Elbeltagi, E., (2018). “Developing a New Activity Pollution Index for Emissions Quantitative Assessment in Projects Construction Phase: Case Study of an Administrative Building, Egypt.” Proceedings of the 9th International Conference on Environmental Science and Development, ICESD-2018, Feb 7-9, 2018, Paris, France, Paper ID: D0021, DOI: 10.1088/1755-1315/151/1/012018.

  13. Kaloop, M. and Elbeltagi, E. (2017). “On Site Investigation and Health Monitoring of Structures: High-speed Railway Bridge Case Study.” Proceedings of the International Engineering Conference and Exhibition, IECE, Dec. 4-7, 2017, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

  14. Elbeltagi, E., and Elmasoudi, I. (2016). “Condition Assessment and Deterioration Modeling of Water Pipelines Networks.” Proceedings of the Zaytoonah University 3rd International Conference on Environmental Design and Innovation, ZEC2016 (CD-ROM), May 16-18, 2016, Amman, Jordan, paper #ZEC2016-91768141.

  15. Elbeltagi, E., Kaloop, M. and Elnabwy, M. (2015). “GPS – Based Bridge Health Monitoring With Neural Networking Auto –Regressive: case study Talkha steel Highway Bridge.”  Proceedings of the Regional Conference on Surveying and Development 2015, Oct. 3-6, 2015, Sharm El-Shikh, Egypt.

  16. Dawood, M., Elbeltagi, E., and Elkassas, E. (2014). “GIS-Based Automated Construction Project Cost Control.” Proceedings of the Ninth International Conference on Engineering Computational Technology, B.H.V. Topping and P. Ivanyi, (Editors), Civil-Comp Press, Stirlingshire, Scotland, Paper no. 0123456789, Sep. 2-5, 2014, Naples, Italy, 16 pages.

  17. Dawood, M., Elbeltagi, E., and Elbeltagi, I. (2014). “Sustainable Sewer Pipe Management Framework.” Proceedings of the Zaytoonah University International Engineering Conference on Sustainability: Design and Innovation 2014 (ZEC Sustainability 2014) (CD-ROM), May 13-15, 2014, Amman, Jordan, paper #1569877379.

  18. Elbeltagi, E., Kaloop, M. and Elnabwy, M. (2014). “Structural Health Monitoring System Using GPS for Sustainable Bridges.” Proceedings of the Zaytoonah University International Engineering Conference on Sustainability: Design and Innovation 2014 (ZEC Sustainability 2014) (CD-ROM), May 13-15, 2014, Amman, Jordan, paper #1569877075.

  19. Elbeltagi, E., and Elhadidy, A. (2014). “Network-Level Multi-Objectives Optimization of Pavement Maintenance Using Genetic Algorithms.” Proceedings of the Zaytoonah University International Engineering Conference on Sustainability: Design and Innovation 2014 (ZEC Sustainability 2014) (CD-ROM), May 13-15, 2014, Amman, Jordan, paper #1569877079.

  20. Wefki, H., Dawood, M. and Elbeltagi, E. (2014). “BIM-Based Building Energy Consumption Predictions Using Artificial Neural Network.” Proceedings of the Eighth Alexandria International Conference on Structural and Geotechnical Engineering" (AICSGE8), 14-16 April, Alexandria, Egypt, Paper No. MG-04.

  21. Suad, H., Elbeltagi, E., Hosny, M. (2013). “Highway Environmental Pollution Index (HEPI).” 17th IRF World Meeting, Nov. 10-14, 2013, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Paper No. 0259-000236, PP. 1-13.

  22. Elbeltagi, E., Kaloop, M., and Elnabawy, M, (2013). “Monitoring and Assessment of Mansoura Railway Steel Bridge using RTK-GPS Technique.” 2nd Joint International Symposium on Deformation Monitoring (JISDM), Sep. 9-11, 2013, Nottingham, UK, Paper No. 19, 6 pages.

  23. Eid, M., Elbeltagi, E., and Abdul-Razek, M.E. (2012). “Multi-Objective Repetitive Activities Projects Scheduling Using Genetic Algorithms.” 2ndInternational Conference on Civil Engineering and Building Materials (CEBM 2012) (CD-ROM), Nov. 17-18, 2012, Hong Kong, China, pp. 331-335.

  24. Elborollocy, H., Elbeltagi, E., and Abdul-Razek, M.E. (2012). “Development of A conceptual Web-Based Construction Coordination Model.” Proceedings of the 3rd International Conference on Construction In Developing Countries (ICCIDC-III) (CD-ROM), Jul 4-6, 2012, Bangkok, Thailand, pp. 397-403.

  25. Elbeltagi, E., and Tantawy, M. (2012) “Schedule of Infrastructure Assets Maintenance Considering Life Cycle Cost Optimization.” Proceedings of the Zaytoonah University International Engineering Conference on Design and Innovation in Infrastructure 2012 (ZEC Infrastructure 2012), June 18-20, 2012, Amman, Jordan, pp. H2-1:H2-14.

  26. Elborollocy, H., and Elbeltagi, E. (2012). “Information Management in Construction via WEB-Based Modelling.” Proceedings of the Zaytoonah University International Engineering Conference on Design and Innovation in Infrastructure 2012 (ZEC Infrastructure 2012), June 18-20, 2012, Amman, Jordan, pp. H1-1:H1-17.

  27. Wefki, H., Elbeltagi, E., and Abdul-Razek, M.E. (2010) "Selecting an Appropriate Excavation Support System in Egypt Using Fuzzy AHP.” Al-Azhar Engineering Eleventh International Conference (AEIC 2010) (CD-ROM), Dec. 21-23, 2010, Cairo, Egypt. Published, also, in Al-Azhar University Engineering Journal, Vol. 5, No. 1, pp. 510-523.

  28. المليجى،محمود, البلتاجى، عماد و المطيرى، زيد (2010). "زيادة معرفة المهندسين بعوامل نجاح تطبيق الهندسة القيمية فى مشروعات التشييد" المؤتمر السنوى الخامس والأربعين فى الإحصاء وعلوم الحاسب وبحوث العمليات, القاهرة, مصر, 13-16 ديسمبر  2010

  29. Elbeltagi, E., Hegazy, T., and Grierson, D. (2010). “A New Evolutionary Strategy for Pareto Multi- Objective Optimization.” Proceedings of the Seventh International Conference on Engineering Computational Technology, B.H.V. Topping, J.M. Adam, F.J. Pallares, R. Bru and M.L. Romero, (Editors), Civil-Comp Press, Stirlingshire, Scotland, Paper Ref. 19, Sep. 14-17, 2010, Valencia, Spain, 17 pages.

  30. Elbeltagi, E., and Dawood, M. (2010). “Automated BIM and GIS-Based nD Visualization System for Controlling Repetitive Construction Projects.” Proceedings of the 2nd International Conference on Construction In Developing Countries (ICCIDC-II) (CD-ROM), Aug 3-5, 2010, Cairo, Egypt, pp. 530-540.

  31. Elbeltagi, E., and Dawood, M. (2010). “Construction Performance Monitoring Based on Fuzzy Contol Chart.” the 35th Annual Meeting of the Australasian Universities Building Education Association (AUBEA) (CD-ROM), Jul 14-16, 2010, University of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, pp. A001-1:A001-13.

  32. Ammar, M., Elbeltagi, E. and Sanad, H. (2010). “Multi-Objective Time-Cost Trade-Off Optimization Using Ant Colony.” Paper Accepted for Publication in the 7th International Engineering Conference, Faculty of Engineering, Mansoura University, (CD-ROM), Mar. 23-28, 2010, Mansoura-Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt.

  33. Elbeltagi, E., Ammar, M. and Sanad, H. (2009). “Optimization of Construction Cash Flows with Nonlinear Cost Distributions.” Proceedings of the 13th International Conference on Structural and Geotechnical Engineering (CD-ROM), Dec 27-29, 2009, Cairo, Egypt, pp. 191-200.

  34. Elbeltagi, E., and Tantawy, M. (2009) “Integrated Asset Management Framework.” 11th Arab Structural Engineering Conference, October 25-27, 2009, Dhahran, KSA.

  35. El-Agroudy, M., Elbeltagi, E., and Abdul-Razek, M.E. (2009). “A Fuzzy Logic Approach for Contractor Selection.” Proceedings of the Fifth International Conference on Construction in the 21st Century (CITC-V) (CD-ROM), May 20-22, Istanbul, Turkey, pp. 194-201.

  36. Salem, A., Elbeltagi, E., and Abdel-Razek, R. (2008) "Predicting Conceptual Cost of Libyan Highway Projects Using Artificial Neural Network." Al-Azhar Engineering Tenth International Conference (AEIC 2008) (CD-ROM), Dec. 24-26, 2008, Cairo, Egypt. Published, also, in Al-Azhar University Engineering Journal, Vol. 3, No. 10, pp. 76-88.

  37. Elbeltagi, E., and Elkassas, E. (2008) "Cost Optimization of Projects with Repetitive Activities Using Genetic Algorithms." The Sixth International Conference on Engineering Computational Technology, M. Papadrakakis and B.H.V. Topping, (Editors), Civil-Comp Press, Stirlingshire, Scotland, Paper Ref. 66, Sep. 2-5, 2008, Athens, Greece, 15 pages.

  38. Elbeltagi, E., and Tantawy, M. (2008) “Asset Management: The Ongoing Crisis.” Second Conference on Project Management (CD-ROM), April 5-9, 2008, Riyadh, KSA, 9 pages.

  39. Elgamal, A., Elbeltagi, E., and Emam, M. (2008) “Parametric Cost Estimate of Maintenance Works for Educational Buildings Using Artificial Neural Networks.” 6th International Engineering Conference, Faculty of Engineering, Mansoura University (CD-ROM), Mar. 13-16, 2008, Mansoura-Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, pp. 68-77.

  40. Elbeltagi, E., El-Kassas, E., Abdel Rasheed, I., and El-Tawil, S. (2007) “Scheduling and Cost Optimization of Repetitive Projects Using Genetic Algorithms.” 17th International Conference on Computer Theory and Applications (ICCTA) (CD-ROM), Sep. 1-3, 2007, Alexandria, Egypt, pp. 319-327.

  41. Elbeltagi, E. (2007). “Evolutionary Algorithms for Large-Scale Optimization in Construction Management.” First Conference on Project Management: the Future Trends in the Project Management (CD-ROM), April 7-11, 2007, Riyadh, KSA, 10 pages.

  42. Elbeltagi, E. (2006). “A Modified Shuffled-Frog-Leaping Algorithm for Optimizing Bridge Deck Repairs.” International Conference on Bridge Management Systems Monitoring, Assessment, and Rehabilitation (HBRC), (CD-ROM), March 21-23, 2006, Cairo, Egypt, Paper # BMS03805, 10 pages..

  43. Elbeltagi, E., Elbehairy, H., Hegazy, T., and Grierson, D. (2005). “Evolutionary Algorithms for Optimizing Bridge Deck Rehabilitation.” International Conference on Computing in Civil Engineering (CD-ROM), July 12-15, 2005, Cancun, Mexico, Paper # 8542.

  44. Elbehairy, H., Hegazy, T, Elbeltagi, E., and Soudki K. (2005). “Alternative Formulations for Large Scale Optimization of Infrastructure Maintenance.” 1st Infrastructure Specialty Conference of the Canadian Society of Civil Engineering (CD-ROM), CSCE, June 2-4, 2005, Toronto, Canada, pp. FR-160-1 - FR-160-9.

  45. Elbeltagi, E. (2005). “Using Ant Colony Optimization for Time-Cost Trade-Off in Construction.” 11th International Colloquium of Structural and Geotechnical Engineering (ICSGE) (CD-ROM), May 17-19, 2005, Cairo, Egypt, pp. MG15-1 - MG15-10

  46. Elbeltagi, E. (2004). “Applicability of Genetic Algorithms in Construction Engineering and Management.” Proceedings of International Conference on Structural & Geotechnical Engineering and Construction Technology (SGECT’04), March 23-25, 2004, Mansoura, Egypt, Vol. 2, pp. 1049-1062.

  47. Hegazy, T., Elbeltagi, E., and El-Behairy, H. (2004). “Bridge Deck Management System with Integrated Life Cycle Cost Optimization.” 83rd Transportation Research Board Annual Meeting (CD-ROM), TRB, Jan 11-15, 2004, Washington, D.C., USA, Paper # 04-5060.

  48. Hegazy, T., Elbeltagi, E., Elhakeem, A., and Attalla, M. (2003). “Optimum Resource Planning for Large Infrastructure Maintenance/Construction Operation.” 9th Arab Structural Engineering Conference (CD-ROM), ASEC, Nov 29 – Dec 1, Abu Dhabi, UAE, pp. 1017-1024.

  49. Attalla, M., Fetaih, A., Hegazy, T., and Elbeltagi, E. (2003). “Delivering Projects with Quality and Safety.”  5th Construction Specialty Conference of the Canadian Society of Civil Engineering (CD-ROM), CSCE, June 4-7, Moncton, NB, Canada, pp. COH-294-1 - COH-294-9.

  50. Elbeltagi, E., and Hegazy, T. (2003). “Optimum Layout Planning for Irregular Construction Sites.” 5th Construction Specialty Conference of the Canadian Society of Civil Engineering (CD-ROM), CSCE, June 4-7, Moncton, NB, Canada, pp. COG-197-1 – COG-197-10.

  51. Sakla, S., and Elbeltagi, E. (2003). “Using Genetic Algorithms for the Optimal Design of Steel Roofs Subjected to Non-Uniform Loads.”  10th International Colloquium of Structural and Geotechnical Engineering (ICSGE) (CD-ROM)  , April 22-24, Cairo, Egypt, pp. E03ST22-1 - E03ST22-15.

  52. Elbeltagi, E., and Hegazy, T. (2002). “Incorporating safety into Construction Site Management.” Proceedings of the 1st International Conference on construction in the 21st Century (CITC2002), “Challenges and Opportunities in Management and Technology”, April 25-26, Miami, Florida, USA, pp. 261-268.

  53. Ammar, M., and Elbeltagi, E., (2001). “Controlling Path Determination in Linear Construction Projects.” 9th International Colloquium of Structural and Geotechnical Engineering (ICSGE) (CD-ROM), April 10-12, Cairo, Egypt, pp. MG01-1 : MG01-10.

  54. Karray, F., Zaneldin, E., Hegazy, T., Shabeeb, A., and Elbeltagi, E. (2000). "Computational Intelligence Tools for Solving the Facilities Layout Planning Problem." Proceedings of the American Control Conference 2000, ACC 2000, June 28-30, Illinois, USA, Vol. 6, pp. 3954-3958.

  55. Elbeltagi, E., and Hegazy, T. (1999). “Genetic Optimization of Site Layout Planning.” AACE Transactions, 43rd AACE International Annual Conference, June 27-30, Denver, CO, USA, pp. IT.05.1 - IT.05.8.

Discussion and Closure

  1. Ammar, M. and Elbeltagi, E. (2003). Closure to “Algorithm for Determining Controlling Path Considering Resource Continuity." Discussion by P.G. Ioannou, R.B. Harris, and I-T. Yang, Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering, ASCE, Vol. 17, No. 1, pp. 68-73.

Books and Book Chapters

  1. Elebltagi, E. (2014). Construction Site Layout Planning: Identifying, Sizing and Locating Temporary Facilities on Construction Sites. ISBN: 978-3-659-54067-7, LAP LAMBERT Academic Publishing, Saarbrücken, Deutschland, Germany.

  2. Elbeltagi, E. (2012). “Evolutionary Algorithms for Large-Scale Optimization in Construction Management." Appears in Metaheuristic Applications in Structures and Infrastructures Edited by A.H. Gandomi, X.S. Yang, S. Talatahari and A.H. Alavi, Elsevier Publisher.

Other Publications

  1. Elbeltagi, E. (2000). “Construction Site Management.” Ph.D. Thesis, Structural Engineering Department, Mansoura University, Mansoura, EGYPT.

  2. Elbeltagi, E. (1993). “Scheduling Construction Projects Under Multiple Resource Constraints by Heuristic Methods.” Master's Thesis, Structural Engineering Department, Mansoura University, Mansoura, EGYPT.

  3. Elbeltagi, E. (1986). “Reinforced Concrete Design.” Undergraduate Graduation project, Civil Engineering Department, Mansoura University, Mansoura, EGYPT.

Presentations and Conferences

  1. “Innovation and Applied Research.” Session Moderator, 1st International Engineering Conference for Innovation and Applied Research, Delta Higher Institute of Engineering and Technology, Feb 18-19, 2023, Mansoura, Egypt.

  2. Keynote Speaker, International Conference on Advances in Structural and Geotechnical Engineering (ICASGE'23), Tanat University, 6 - 9 March 2023, Hurghada, Egypt.

  3. “Recent Applications and Future Challenges.” Key Note Speaker, 2nd International Conference on Civil Engineering, Assuit University, Oct 30 – Nov 2, 2021, Hurghada, Egypt.

  4. “Sustainable Infrastructure and Transportation for Future Cities.” Session Moderator, 2nd International Conference for Sustainable Construction and Project Management, ICSCPM 2018, Housing and Building Research center (HBRC), Dec 16-18, 2018, Aswan, Egypt.

  5. “Sustainable Design and Construction Techniques.” Session Moderator, First International Conference for Sustainable Construction and Project Management, ICSCPM 2016, Housing and Building Research center (HBRC), March 29-31, 2016, Cairo, Egypt.

  6. “Development of A conceptual Web-Based Construction Coordination Model.” 3rd International Conference on Construction In Developing Countries (ICCIDC-III), Jul 4-6, 2012, Bangkok, Thailand.

  7. “Schedule of Infrastructure Assets Maintenance Considering Life Cycle Cost Optimization.” the Zaytonah University International Engineering Conference on Design and Innovation in Infrastructure 2012 (ZEC Infrastructure 2012), June 18-20, 2012, Amman, Jordan.

  8. “A New Evolutionary Strategy for Pareto Multi- Objective Optimization.” Seventh International Conference on Engineering Computational Technology, Sep. 14-17, 2010, Valencia, Spain.

  9. “Automated BIM and GIS-Based nD Visualization System for Controlling Repetitive Construction Projects.” 2nd International Conference on Construction In Developing Countries (ICCIDC-II), Aug 3-5, 2010, Cairo, Egypt.

  10. “Multi-Objective Time-Cost Trade-Off Optimization Using Ant Colony.” 7th International Engineering Conference, Faculty of Engineering, Mansoura University, Mar. 23-28, 2010, Mansoura-Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt.

  11. “Optimization of Construction Cash Flows with Nonlinear Cost Distributions.” 13th International Conference on Structural and Geotechnical Engineering, Dec 27-29, 2009, Cairo, Egypt.

  12. "Cost Optimization of Projects with Repetitive Activities Using Genetic Algorithms." The Sixth International Conference on Engineering Computational Technology, Sep. 2-5, 2008, Athens, Greece.

  13. “Asset Management: The Ongoing Crisis.” Second Conference on Project Management, April 5-9, 2008, Riyadh, KSA.

  14. “Parametric Cost Estimate of Maintenance Works for Educational Buildings Using Artificial Neural Networks.” 6th International Engineering Conference, Faculty of Engineering, Mansoura University, Mar. 13-16, 2008, Mansoura-Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt

  15. “Evolutionary Algorithms for Large-Scale Optimization in Construction Management.” First Conference on Project Management: the Future Trends in the Project Management, April 7-11, 2007, Riyadh, KSA.

  16. “A Modified Shuffled-Frog-Leaping Algorithm for Optimizing Bridge Deck Repairs.” International Conference on Bridge Management Systems Monitoring, Assessment, and Rehabilitation (HBRC), March 21-23, 2006, Cairo, Egypt.

  17. “Evolutionary Algorithms for Optimizing Bridge Deck Rehabilitation.” The International Conference on Computing in Civil Engineering, July 12-15, 2005, Cancun, Mexico.

  18. “Using Ant Colony Optimization for Time-Cost Trade-Off in Construction.”  The 11th International Colloquium of Structural and Geotechnical Engineering (ICSGE), May 17-19, 2005, Cairo, Egypt.

  19. “Applicability of Genetic Algorithms in Construction Engineering and Management.” The International Conference on Structural & Geotechnical Engineering and Construction Technology (SGECT’04), March 23-25, Mansoura, Egypt.

  20. “Bridge Deck Management System with Integrated Life Cycle Cost Optimization.” TRB 83rd Annual Meeting, Jan 11-15, 2004, Washington, DC, USA

  21. “Optimum Layout Planning for Irregular Construction Sites.” 5th Construction Specialty Conference of the Canadian Society of Civil Engineering, CSCE, June 4-7, 2003, Moncton, NB, Canada

  22. “Incorporating safety into Construction Site Management.” 1st International Conference on construction in the 21st Century (CITC2002), “Challenges and Opportunities in Management and Technology”, April 25-26, 2002, Miami, Florida, USA.

  23. “Controlling Path Determination in Linear Construction Projects.” 9th International Colloquium on Structural and Geo-technical Engineering (ICSGE), April 10-12, 2001, Cairo, Egypt.

  24. “Schedule-Dependent Evolution of Construction Site Plans.” University of Waterloo, Civil Engineering Department Seminar Series, Fall 2000,  Waterloo, Ontario, Canada.

  25. “Genetic Optimization of Site Layout Planning.” AACE 43rd International Annual Conference, June 27-30, 1999, Denver, CO, USA.