Abstract: The J values for a circumferential through crack in a 4-in. (101.6-mm) schedule 80 pipe subjected to axial and bending loads were determined. The Virtual Crack Extension (VCE) method was used ...

Abstract: Seismic performance of rectangular hollow bridge columns is a significant issue for a high-speed rail project in Taiwan because ductility of these columns varies with the type of lateral reinforcement. In this paper two ...

Abstract: To a tunnel under construction, a prompt assessment of the stability of the lining through in situ measured data is of practical importance both for the observational designing of the tunnel and to guarantee the safety of ...

Abstract: In this paper, both analytical and numerical studies of the stability of single‐degree‐of‐freedom systems with active tendon control are presented. In the studies, only an autonomous systems is considered. Prior experimental ...