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PROCEEDINGS of International conference on Contemporary Theory and Practice in Construction XVI

Published: 12.06.2024.

Architectural designers are currently faced with many challenges—technological changes, environmental and economic impacts, necessity to innovate and raise the bar in building performance, and the paradigm shift in architecture with the wider adoption of advanced computational design and fabrication techniques. This paper focuses on innovatio...

By AJLA AKŠAMIJA

City Information Modelling (CIM) seeks to evolve Building Information Modelling (BIM) into urban planning and design practices that are today dominated by Geographic Information Systems (GIS). The design toolbox in GIS software does not relate to urban design elements (streets, sidewalks, buildings, lots, etc.) or urbanist parameters. Urban designe...

By TODOR STOJANOVSKI

12.06.2024. Research paper Civil Engineering
HUMAN-INDUCED VIBRATIONS OF CROSS-LAMINATED TIMBER FLOORS

This paper discusses vibration serviceability assessment of cross-laminated timber (CLT) floors induced by human activities, with special emphasis on vibrations induced by walking. In the first part current design criteria for vibration serviceability check of timber and CLT floors were analyzed in line with the more general vibration performance-b...

By MARIJA NEFOVSKA-DANILOVIĆ

CRISIS project aims at improving the disaster and emergency management through building a harmonized and efficient system for risk assessment of basic services and transport infrastructure in the targeted cross-border region. The main project activities include: (1) Cross-border multi hazard assessment; (2) Needs assessment; (3) Cross- border multi...

By VLATKO ŠEŠOV, ROBERTA APOSTOLSKA, RADMILA ŠALIĆ MAKRESKA, JULIJANA BOJADŽIEVA, MARIJA VITANOVA, KEMAL EDIP, ALEKSANDRA BOGDANOVIĆ, MARTA STOJMANOVSKA, BARBARA BORZI, ELISA ZUCCOLO, FRANCESCA BOZZONI, DIMITRIOS PITILAKIS, RIGA EVI, STAVROULA FOTOPOULOU, CHRISTOS PETRIDIS, STEVKO STEFANOSKI, NERITAN SHKODRANI, MARKEL BABALLËKU

This study examines how parts of the public space that offer the possibility for standing contribute to vibrancy during public events. The aim of the paper is to investigate how different arrangements of temporary structures affect the positions of potential zones for standing and, therefore, the vibrancy of public spaces. Using Trg Slobode (Libert...

By TANJA MITROVIĆ, MILICA VRAČARIĆ

In order to make correct estimates of energy consumption for heating, reduction of energy consumption, and CO2 emissions by applying energy efficiency measures, it is necessary to know the structure and characteristics of the building stock. The Typology of residential buildings in Bosnia and Herzegovina identified the structure and characteristics...

By MILOVAN KOTUR, GORAN JEVTIĆ

The main research problem relates to the possibilities of applying contemporary principles of cultural heritage preservation in practice. Its examination is the focus of teaching in cultural heritage preservation at the Faculty of Architecture in Belgrade. In the case study of the Military Kitchen within the Belgrade Fortress, and through the devel...

By ENA TAKAČ, JELENA ŠĆEKIĆ, MARKO NIKOLIĆ

Covid-19 pandemic brought to surface the new requirements for urban life. These requirements do not only strengthen urban resilience but also improve the overall quality of living. By taking the City of Belgrade as an example, this paper aimed to research whether the multi-residential sector took a new post-pandemic developmental course by embeddin...

By SAJA KOSANOVIĆ, NENAD NIKOLIĆ, MARIJA STAMENKOVIĆ, OLIVERA LEKIĆ GLAVAN, ALENKA FIKFAK

This paper deals with the role of urban activism and civil initiatives in the process of urban transformation of post-socialist cities. The aim of the paper is to underline the transformative potential of civil initiatives and the importance of activism as an informal tool for involving citizens in the decision-making process in urban planning. The...

By ANA ŠPIRIĆ

Prior to building retrofitting, thermal performance assessment of the building is essential. An adequate assessment can provide useful insights to heat-losses and envelope anomalies i.e. thermal bridges, mold, air infiltration etc. The most important physical quantity that needs to be defined is the thermal transmittance (U-value) which is the key ...

By SLOBODAN PEULIĆ, DARIJA GAJIĆ, JELENA KLJAKIĆ, BILJANA ANTUNOVIĆ

The area of Niš, the third Serbian most populated city, has a dynamic topography. Located in a valley crossed by several rivers, surrounded by hills and plains, the rural settlements around the city, that were administratively integrated into it, are extremely diverse. The consequences of such variety are many, reflecting on residential bloc...

By NATAŠA ŽIVALJEVIĆ LUXOR, NAĐA KURTOVIĆ FOLIĆ

To achieve sustainable urban development goals, facilities must promote improved living conditions, reduce energy consumption, and preserve the environment. The Nikola Tesla student dormitory in Banja Luka's University City, a public landscape architecture area, meets these standards with its simple design, rational use of space, and moderate archi...

By SAŠA ČVORO, MALINA ČVORO, UNA OKILJ, ZORAN ULJAREVIĆ

The dominant spatial transformation which was indirectly supported by the social revolutions of the last century is the suburbis or the suburbs such as are widely spread today. This phenomenon, which has been studied since the mid last century, has been analyzed through different contexts and geographic areas often referred to by different terminol...

By ZORAN ULJAREVIĆ, MALINA ČVORO, IGOR KUVAČ

Nowadays, many growing cities around the world face very intensive construction in the housing sector. The pressure of the construction sector is reflected in the insistence on increasing the number of floors of residential buildings due to economic profitability, while the principles of spatial balance and sustainability are questionable. Therefor...

By TIJANA M. VUJIČIĆ, BRANKICA MILOJEVIĆ

Paper explores the implementation of parametric methods for urban analysis and examination of sustainable development strategies, with a specific focus on Česma, a suburban settlement in Banja Luka municipality. Field surveys combined with residents’ engagement gather comprehensive datasets on Česma's current state. Utilizing the parametric s...

By DAJANA PAPAZ, MAJA ILIĆ, TIJANA M. VUJIČIĆ

The work represents a theoretical contribution to the study of the complex semiotics of the forms of the memorial architecture of Yugoslavia, with special insight into the usage and possible continuity of prominent symbolic forms by the example of three notable Yugoslav authors: Ivan Meštrović, Bogdan Bogdanović, Dušan Džamonja. Point...

By ANDREJ JOVANOVIĆ

This paper explores the intricate relationship between architecture and creativity, with a particular emphasis on the concept of autotelicity. Autotelicity, defined as a state where an individual fully immerses themselves in an activity within a spatial context, is examined as a crucial element in the creative process and appreciation of architectu...

By DIANA STUPAR, MAJA MILIĆ ALEKSIĆ, IVAN ŽIVANOVIĆ

The paper deals with the analysis of the changes in the working environment, from the traditional offices (conventional workplace), through the hybrid space, up to the virtual environment. The experiences of previous research in different periods, pre-, during, and post-pandemic caused by Covid-19 virus, were used. The focus of the paper are change...

By SANJA PAUNOVIĆ ŽARIĆ, SVETLANA PEROVIĆ, EMA ALIHODŽIĆ JAŠAROVIĆ

This article examines the establishment and architectural evolution of the Convent and Parish Church of the Assumption of Mary in Tolisa, Bosnia and Herzegovina, from its medieval origins to its status as a National Monument and important convent in Bosna Argentina. Along with the development process from the first chapel that led to the full-size ...

By MIROSLAV MALINOVIĆ, JASNA GUZIJAN, SINIŠA CVIJIĆ, MILIJANA OKILJ

This paper analyzes the presence and quality of urban green areas in two local communities in the City of Banja Luka, namely: Lazarevo 1 and Lazarevo 2. The aim is to examine which categories and types of green areas are most represented in the study area and what is the quality of existing tree-lines. Two research questions were asked: whether all...

By MILANA RADUJKOVIĆ, TANJA STUPAR, MARINA NIKOLIĆ-TOPALOVIĆ

Public space is a highlighted topic in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The City of Niš has undertaken the process of Voluntary Local Review, and selected, among others, to report on the progress in achieving the Sustainable Development Goal 11, including the indicator related to public open space (POS). This paper explores the p...

By MILENA DINIĆ BRANKOVIĆ, MILICA IGIĆ

Social, cultural, and economic aspects of contemporary architecture emerge in a variety of architectural and artistic works, together with theoretical and experimental research, which leads us to the rethinking of traditional teaching methods. This paper examines the possibilities of new formats for teaching architecture, which are relevant and att...

By TATJANA BABIĆ, MILENA KRKLJEŠ

12.06.2024. Review paper Architecture
THE PHENOMENON OF ATMOSPHERE IN ARCHITECTURE

This paper explores the phenomenon of atmosphere in architecture, highlighting its increasing relevance in contemporary theory and practice. By analyzing various perspectives, it investigates how atmosphere is experienced and created in architectural space. The research aims to deepen the understanding of this phenomenon through theoretical analyse...

By MAJA MILIĆ ALEKSIĆ, DIANA STUPAR, IVAN ŽIVANOVIĆ

12.06.2024. Preliminary report/Short communication Architecture
FOCUSING A CITY BRANDING STRATEGY ON A LUMINARY: A CASE STUDY OF TREBINJE AND JOVAN DUČIĆ

Trebinje is a city with a rich cultural and historical heritage associated with influential historical figures who have played a role in its physical construction and contributed to its identity. Legends about these people are a part of the city’s rich intangible cultural heritage and they can provide a solid basis for city branding. This pa...

By SINIŠA CVIJIĆ, JASNA GUZIJAN, MIROSLAV MALINOVIĆ, MILIJANA OKILJ, SIMO RADIĆ

Low-rise, high-density housing (further LRHD housing) represents an alternative model for solving contemporary housing issues in urban areas. However this specific typological form is not recognized in local urban planning and legislative frameworks. The aim of this research is to explore the possibilities for development of LRHD housing within loc...

By NATAŠA PETKOVIĆ, BRANISLAVA STOILJKOVIĆ, HRISTINA KRSTIĆ, VLADANA PETROVIĆ

The intent of this paper is to present how several characteristics of the functional organization of Roma community present the essence of forming spatial structures in settlements that by correct understanding and reinterpreting have the potential to successfully trace the steps of future planning and designing decisions in the revitalization proc...

By MILENA GRBIĆ

The research examines the possibility of improving the spatial and functional capacities of centers in rural areas of the Republic of Serbia. The basic question raised in the paper refers to the specific definition of the center, more precisely the criteria that define it in the contemporary context. That is, how rural areas and settlements can be ...

By MILOŠ ARANĐELOVIĆ

Photogrammetry is an emerging tool in architecture, conservation, cataloging, and maintenance of heritage, offering a precise and efficient methodology for generating three-dimensional digital models. This work presents a comparative study of photogrammetric methods, focused on a lowcost software application, with the aim of evaluating its effectiv...

By ANTONIO MARTÍN-CARA, JOSÉ-LÁZARO AMARO-MELLADO, BEATRIZ ZAPICO-BLANCO

Open public spaces in urban and rural areas are essential because they encourage interaction between citizens and connect the built urban fabric. That is why the planning and maintenance of these spaces are vital and require constant improvement following modern man's needs. For this reason, special attention must be paid to these areas when planni...

By SLOBODAN BULATOVIĆ

12.06.2024. Research paper Civil Engineering
A NOTE ON BEAM-TO-BEAM CONTACT DYNAMICS

Two approaches for beam-to-beam contact modeling are considered in the paper. The first is the classic continuum approach with point-to-point contact discretization. The other is the coarsegrained approach where the physical intermolecular fields are applied for the modeling of interaction of continuous bodies. To describe the contact, the repulsiv...

By ALEKSANDAR BORKOVIĆ, MILOŠ JOČKOVIĆ, DIJANA TATAR, SNJEŽANA MILOVANOVIĆ

The paper presents the results of our own experimental research on the effect of the high range water reducing admixture content – HRWRA (applied in the range from 0.8 to 1.2% by mass of cement – mc) on the properties of self-compacting concrete in the fresh and hardened state. The research showed that increasing the HRWRA content lead...

By JOVAN VOLAŠ, GORDANA BROĆETA, MARINA LATINOVIĆ KRNDIJA, SLOBODAN ŠUPIĆ, VLADAN PANTIĆ, MIRJANA MALEŠEV, VLASTIMIR RADONJANIN, ANĐELKO CUMBO, ALEKSANDAR SAVIĆ, ŽARKO LAZIĆ, DRAŽENKA LOZO

Aiming to meet the principals of the modern circular economy, this study explores the possibility of using locally available waste materials in the production of innovative, eco-friendly mortar for masonry. The eco-binder, applied as a substitute for cementitious material, is ceramic waste powder (CWP) generated during the production of ceramic ind...

By VLADAN PANTIĆ, SLOBODAN ŠUPIĆ, MIRJANA MALEŠEV, GORDANA BROĆETA, MARINA LATINOVIĆ-KRNDIJA, ANĐELKO CUMBO

A theoretical model for porous viscoelastoplastic (VEP) materials under dry conditions is examined based on the principles of mass and energy conservation using rheological-dynamical analogy (RDA). The model provides the expressions for the creep coefficient, Poisson's ratio, modulus of elasticity, damage variable and strength in the function of po...

By DRAGAN MILAŠINOVIĆ, NATAŠA MRĐA BOŠNJAK

Regional analysis is often used for flood quantile estimation in ungauged catchments. The regionalization procedure has two phases: the formation of homogeneous regions and flood quantile estimation. The presented research results consider the first phase of the regional analysis for 41 catchments in Serbia. The catchment similarity attributes are ...

By BORISLAVA BLAGOJEVIĆ, AJLA MULAOMEROVIĆ-ŠETA, VLADISLAVA MIHAILOVIĆ, ANDREA PETROSELLI

Expanded vermiculite was added to the cement-lime mortar at 10%, 20% and 30%, which reduced the density of the hardened mortar (HM) without expanded vermiculite (EV) by an average of 8,3% for the HM with 10% EV, 14,7% for the HM with 20% EV and 24,2% for the HM with 30% EV. Compressive and flexural strength and static modulus of elasticity were inv...

By JAKOB ŠUŠTERŠIČ, VIOLETA BOKAN BOSILJKOV, ALJOŠA ŠAJNA, BOJAN HERTL, ROK ERCEGOVIČ

12.06.2024. Research paper Civil Engineering
STRESS AND STRAIN ON STATE ROAD IB33 IN SERBIA

In the pavement structure, stresses and deformations occur due to the effect of the environment and traffic load. The stresses that will occur mostly depend on the traffic load, the type of materials used, the modulus of elasticity of the materials used, the thickness of the layers... Due to the effect of the environment and traffic on the pavement...

By MILAN DRAGANOVIĆ, JUGOSLAV KARAMARKOVIĆ, SNEŽANA ĐORIĆ VELJKOVIĆ, DUŠAN CVETKOVIĆ

12.06.2024. Research paper Civil Engineering
TORSIONAL IRREGULATITY PROVISIONS FOR BUILDINGS IN MODERN CODES

It has been observed that in earthquake-affected areas, structures with a configuration classified as torsionally irregular are more prone to damage than regular structures. Modern seismic provisions have introduced criteria for determining if the structure is torsionally sensitive and guidelines for designing them. Eurocode 8 prescribes criterion ...

By IVAN MRDAK, MARINA RAKOČEVIĆ

A preliminary condition assessment using non-destructive testing methods for determining material quality, has been carried out on three adjacent wooden hangars near Šibenik with the aim of exploring the possibilities of their repurposing. Through visual inspection and detailed geometric measurements, it has been verified that their unique s...

By ADRIANA BJELANOVIĆ, MATIJA ŠEŠEK, PAULO ŠĆULAC

12.06.2024. Review paper Civil Engineering
OPTIMIZATION OF PURLINS CROSS-SECTION EXPOSED TO FIRE

In practice, consideration of fire protection for structural elements mainly occurs after the adopted dimensions of sections. However, this procedure leads to not the most cost-effective solution in general. To find the optimal solution, it is necessary to apply one of the optimization methods. The presented optimization of purlins RHS cross-sectio...

By MILAN BURSAĆ, SVETLANA KOSTIĆ

After the catastrophic 1979 earthquake, a classification according to the degree of damage was carried out on about 40,000 buildings in the area of six municipalities along the coast of Montenegro. The results showed that a significant number of commercial, residential and hotel buildings were destroyed or heavily damaged as a result of liquefactio...

By NIKOLA ČAĐENOVIĆ

Dams are hydrotehnic engineering structures that have undergone significant advancement throughout history from an engineering standpoint, and today they represent some of the most complex constructions. Additionally, they play a crucial role in the economic development of many countries. Four basic types of dams have been developed: embankment, gr...

By ALEKSANDRA JEREMIĆ, JELENA STOJIČIĆ, OGNJEN MIJATOVIĆ, DIJANA TATAR

EU Tunnel Directive 2004/54/EC aims to ensure a minimum level of safety for users in road tunnels in the Trans-European Road Network. EU member states are required to develop, at national level, their own detailed methodology for tunnel risk assessment. Along with that, ADR as the UN regulation in the field of dangerous good transportation by road,...

By SNEŽANA PETKOVIĆ, VALENTINA GOLUBOVIĆ BUGARSKI, NATAŠA KOSTIĆ

The consequences of climate change are becoming increasingly evident in all aspects of human activity, particularly in the field of water, affecting the availability and accessibility of water resources, and intensifying extreme phenomena such as droughts and floods. These impacts, in combination with existing vulnerabilities, can have significant ...

By TINA DAŠIĆ, ŽANA TOPALOVIĆ, MILICA SUDAR, TAMARA SUDAR

Information Technologies are lieders in the fast industrial development. Virtual Prototyping, as relatively young technology, is combination of Virtual Reality and computer technologies with digital prototypes as result. It represents original's true copy in the real world, providing more efficient models' testing, prior construction. With it's imp...

By MIHAILO OSTOJIĆ, MILIVOJE ROGAČ

The spatial development of the city and urban residential areas is inextricably linked with the spatial planning of transport networks. The concentration of population and residential facilities in a small area certainly creates traffic problems and affects the quality of life of individuals and the sustainability of urban settlements. The increase...

By ZORAN SPAJIĆ, IGOR JOKANOVIĆ, MILICA PAVIĆ

Bridges are among the oldest structures that humans have built throughout history. Over time, along with technological advancements, various structural systems for bridges have been discovered. This overview paper analyzes suspension bridges and bridges with inclined cables, delving deeper into the issues and construction technology of two specific...

By MIHAILO MAKSIMOVIĆ, DAJANA JANKOVIĆ, OGNJEN MIJATOVIĆ

The Budva bypass, spanning approximately 30 kilometers, is divided into three distinct sections: North, Middle, and South. The Terms of reference required the preparation of a Preliminary design for the construction elements of all structures along the section and route. The Southern section, which is the subject of this article, begins at the end ...

By ŽELJKA BELJKAŠ, BILJANA IVANOVIĆ, NJEGOŠ BELJKAŠ, MLADEN GOGIĆ, NIKOLA KNEŽEVIĆ

This paper examines the issue of water supply in the municipality of Tešanj, which has been identified as crucial for many years due to the indispensable nature of water as a basic resource necessary for life. The available capacity of the Kraševo-Jelah-Tešanj central water supply system is 47 l/s. By calculating the daily wate...

By DANIJELA ĐERVIDA, BILJANA ĆUSO, MILICA SANTRAČ

The paper presents the assessment of the stadium "Sjeverni logor" in Mostar, through the necessary steps in diagnosing the state of the existing structure: collection of existing documentation, inspection of the structure, testing and analysis, and assessment and decision on further action. Drawings of the stadium were made with defined damage and ...

By MERIMA ŠAHINAGIĆ-ISOVIĆ, MARKO ĆEĆEZ, MERISA ZOLJ

Automatic extraction of footprints of buildings from orthophotos is a challenge in the field of remote sensing data processing. The combination of image classification and object localization tasks in this research aims to develop a new model based on ResUNet and the YOLO algorithm. By applying the proposed model and publicly available data, a high...

By MILAN GAVRILOVIĆ, IGOR RUSKOVSKI, ŽELJKO BUGARINOVIĆ, DUŠAN JOVANOVIĆ, MIRO GOVEDARICA

This work tested several procedures to determine the linear measuring device's systematic influences and measurement uncertainty. Three methods were developed that differ in the degree and density of sampling during measurement and were compared with the existing method used for calibrating linear measuring devices in the Metrology Laboratory accre...

By MILJANA TODOROVIĆ DRAKUL, SANJA GREKULOVIĆ, DUŠAN PETKOVIĆ, OLEG ODALOVIĆ

The problem of circle’s centre determination by using geodetic data is related with influences of inevitable errors as a result of measurement process as well as with the issue of model’s influence itself. In this research the experiment was conducted with aim to find out the influence of measurements error and the influence of model fo...

By ŽARKO NESTOROVIĆ, MILAN TRIFKOVIĆ, MIROSLAV KUBURIĆ

This paper analyzes the impact of the quality of geodetic base, i.e., the method of obtaining spatial data for the purposes of road design. Quantities of earthworks, shape and size of the road body obtained by designing the road on geodetic base obtained from different sources (LiDAR scanning, topographic maps, and Open-source data) are compared to...

By NINA ŠEVA, MILOŠ TUTNJEVIĆ, IVANA STOJKOVIĆ

The photogrammetric survey of buildings is a beneficial process to obtain accurate 3D data for facade inspection. It allows more straightforward monitoring of the state of the facade over time. An orthomosaic with an average ground sampling distance of 2.1 mm is created using close-range unmanned aerial vehicle photogrammetry. Ground control points...

By NIKOLA SANTRAČ, MEHMED BATILOVIĆ, MARKO MARKOVIĆ, MIRO GOVEDARICA, PAVEL BENKA

Project "Devils’ town Erosion MONITORing - DEMONITOR" involves the monitoring of accessible earth pillars in the area of Devil’s town, by using a combination of several non‐invasive methods. Terrestrial laser scanning (TLS) and photogrammetric imaging with unmanned aircraft (UAV) as a platform showed as great solutions for 3D modeling o...

By NENAD BRODIĆ, MILEVA SAMARDŽIĆ-PETROVIĆ, DRAGANA ĐURIĆ, ANASTASIJA MARTINENKO

The paper analyzes four variants of conformal azimuthal projections for the territory of the Republic of Serbia. In the procedure, a double conformal mapping was applied. As it is common practice to perform mapping in azimuthal projections from a sphere to a plane, it was initially necessary to perform a conformal mapping from the ellipsoid to the ...

By ĐORĐE ĐERMANOVIĆ, NOVAK ROGANOVIĆ, VUJADIN STANOJKOVIĆ, JELENA SAVIĆ, SINIŠA DROBNJAK

In this paper the benefits of integration of UAV-mounted (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle) thermal camera and GPR (Ground Penetrating Radar) are analysed. As an example we analized a district heating pipeline in a part of university campus in Novi Sad. Thermal camera mounted on UAV enables fast mapping of routes. These data are then used to detect critical...

By ALEKSANDAR RISTIĆ, ŽELJKO BUGARINOVIĆ, MILAN VRTUNSKI, ALEKSANDRA RADULOVIĆ, MILKA ŠARKANOVIĆ BUGARINOVIĆ, DUŠAN JOVANOVIĆ

Stone bridges, all around Europe stand as enduring testaments to engineering mastery, cultural heritage, and historical continuity. They served as crucial infrastructural lifelines, connecting communities and fostering trade routes. Their enduring presence symbolizes the craftsmanship and innovation of their eras, reflecting diverse regional styles...

By ATHANASIOS ILIODROMITIS, RADOVAN ĐUROVIĆ, JOVAN FURTULA, GOJKO NIKOLIĆ, VASSILIS PAGOUNIS

This paper outlines a method for researching and recording heritage in remote mountainous regions, using the Municipality of Pogoni, Community of Dolo, Greece, as a case study. It details the documentation of various monuments with high accuracy and precise 3D rendered models. Emphasizing the importance of preserving cultural heritage in remote are...

By CHARIKLEIA PAGOUNI, DIMITRIOS ANASTASIOU, ATHANASIA LIBERI, ELENI VOUKLARI, VASSILIOS PAGOUNIS

The transition from ellipsoidal geodetic coordinates to rectangular 3D coordinates is quite simple, while the reverse procedure is somehow more complex due to the mathematical relationship between the ellipsoidal width and 3D coordinates. Until now, several methods for solving this problem have been defined and described in geodetic literature. In ...

By TANJA ĐUKANOVIĆ, SLAVKO VASILJEVIĆ, DRAGANA MARKOVIĆ, SLAVICA ILIJEVIĆ

This study compares the NeQuick and IRI ionospheric models using data from ionosondes as reference. Validation based on data obtained by direct measurement using ionosondes helps to refine empirical models and improves their reliability. In this way, it is possible to identify the differences and limitations of the model and contribute to its impro...

By SLAVICA ILIJEVIĆ, SANJA GREKULOVIĆ, MILJANA TODOROVIĆ DRAKUL

This paper presents the application of geodetic and hydrological measurements to define the water balance in the example of a lake in an alluvial medium. The purpose of the above is to provide insight into parts of the lake's water balance since evaporation from the water surface (evaporation) and precipitation, along with infiltration and surface ...

By BOJAN ĐURIN, NIKOLA KRANJČIĆ, VLADO CETL, DANKO MARKOVINOVIĆ, ANA FRNTIĆ

Laser scanning is one of the most modern technologies used for the mass collection of spatial data in the form of coordinates of points in space. Given that laser scanning is often used during the restoration of buildings and building facades, the paper describes the application of mobile laser scanning in the example of the reconstruction of the B...

By JOVANA POPOVIĆ, SANJA TUCIKEŠIĆ, TANJA ĐUKANOVIĆ, MIODRAG REGODIĆ

Geodesy and crustal deformations are closely related. On the one hand, geodetic techniques are used to estimate deformations contributing in this way to geology, seismology and geodynamics. On the other hand, deformations consist a major challenge in the maintenance of geodetic reference frames. In this work we use GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite...

By MICHAIL GIANNIOU, ANTONIOS CHARALAMPOUS

In this paper, the control of the geometry of a bridge located in Kula, Serbia, was performed. This bridge bridges the Danube-Tisa-Danube canal and is a part of road 108 that runs from Bačka Topola to the Croatian border. In order to perform the geodetic control of the bridge's geometry, terrestrial laser scanning of the bridge was conducted, where...

By MEHMED BATILOVIĆ, MARKO MARKOVIĆ, VLADIMIR BULATOVIĆ, ĐURO KRNIĆ, NIKOLA SANTRAČ

The detection of erosion was carried out on a characteristic rocky pillar, with the localization and quantification of differences between two surfaces. For this purpose, based on the defined area and spatial configuration of the scanning object, scanner positions, arrangement of control points, and appropriate spatial scanning resolution were plan...

By ANASTASIJA MARTINENKO, MARKO PEJIĆ

The application of seismic design codes is crucially important for the seismic safety of the built environment developed in earthquake prone regions. However, there are also buildings built before the introduction of seismic design codes. Seismic risk assessment is a useful process which can help identify the seismic safety of the urban regions wit...

By KEFAJET EDIP, ROBERTA APOSTOLSKA

This paper analyses the susceptibility of territory of municipality Čelinac to flash floods using the Flash Flood Potential Index (FFPI). All operations related to calculating the FFPI were conducted in a GIS environment. The research results showed that 38.42% of the territory belongs to the category of low susceptibility to flash floods. The cate...

By MARKO IVANIŠEVIĆ, DRAGANA KUZMANOVIĆ, DAJANA ĐUKA, DUŠICA LEMEZ

All the neighboring countries are facing rapid depopulation, and thus decreasing number of high school graduates. On the other hand, it is needed to select the best quality candidates to enroll colleges/universities in order to be trained for future profession in shortest study time and solid passing rate. The most effective forecast for success in...

By LJUBIŠA PRERADOVIĆ, ĐORĐE STOJISAVLJEVIĆ, VLADIMIR MUČENSKI

In this paper we introduce nested trigonometric and hyperbolic polynomials of rank n by employing nested trigonometric and hyperbolic functions, respectively. Our investigation delves into some interesting properties of nested polynomials, establishing some recurrence formulas and deriving some useful summation formulas. Additionally, we establish ...

By SNJEŽANA MAKSIMOVIĆ, ARSLAN ANSARI, SANDRA KOSIĆ-JEREMIĆ

In this paper, the authors present the application of the scaffolding technique in drawing graphs of some elementary functions. First-year students of the Faculty of Architecture, Civil Engineering, and Geodesy were tested using two exams: an entrance test and an exit test. The obtained results show whether students are more successful in drawing g...

By SANDRA KOSIĆ-JEREMIĆ, SNJEŽANA MAKSIMOVIĆ, LJUBIŠA PRERADOVIĆ

Modern data collection, storage, and processing rely on diverse techniques to handle various types of information, ranging from structured tables to free-form text. This paper explores the captivating application of Natural Language Processing (NLP) for categorizing titles from Google Forms or any other textual data. The process of training an NLP ...

By ANA LOJIĆ, ZERINA MAŠETIĆ, SAMED JUKIĆ

In this paper, research data on the purpose of the trip, the origin and destination of the trip, and the occupancy of vehicles for the construction of the expressway were analyzed. All published data are given in tables with percentages, and graphical representation in a GIS environment is used. The research included nine locations in the area of t...

By SAŠA OSTOJIĆ, MARKO KNEŽEVIĆ, DAJANA ĐUKA

According to the Law on Spatial Development and Construction of the Republic of Srpska, the spatial plan of the Special Purpose Area of the Republic of Srpska is adopted mandatory for national parks and other areas if this is determined by documents of a higher order or wider area. The Spatial Plan of the Special Purpose Area of the Republic of Srp...

By DIJANA GVOZDEN SLIŠKO, MARKO IVANIŠEVIĆ, NEDA ŽIVAK