Abstract: The conventional sparse grid (SG) integration method treats all considered random variables equally for the numerical integration of performance functions. The dimension-equal treatment inevitably causes a considerable ...

Abstract: Given the importance of the plastic hinge length in predicting the displacement ductility of reinforced concrete (RC) structures, it is crucial to be able to accurately determine it without a large scatter. However, given ...

Abstract: Given the importance of the plastic hinge length in predicting the displacement ductility of reinforced concrete (RC) structures, it is crucial to be able to accurately determine it without a large scatter. However, given ...

Abstract: A mechanical-based approach was applied in this study to evaluate the operational risk of water mains in the Shanghai region. First, a pipeline’s structural performance in terms of stress indicators and structural failure ...

Abstract: Flanged RC squat walls, defined by a shear span ratio less than two, are widely used in conventional buildings and nuclear facilities. However, due to the mechanical defects and insufficient parameters included, equations ...