Abstract: This paper investigates the dynamic response of the cracked and flexible connecting rod in a slidercrank mechanism. Using Euler–Bernoulli beam theory to model the connecting rod without a crack, the governing equation ...

Abstract: Modern monitoring devices can inexpensively extract a huge amount of data from water‐distribution systems through measurements of pressure (and sometimes flows). These data can be used in algorithms for transient analysis, ...

Abstract: A silicon heat spreader, called hexcell, is presented to develop thin, strong, interconnected, and scalable heat transfer devices for high power electronics cooling. Several key technical aspects, ...

Abstract: This study addresses the dynamic issue of optimum pumping and optimum target ending aquifer elevation. A stochastic dynamic programming (DP) approach is used to address this optimal elevation question. The analytical ...

Abstract: As urban and suburban areas expand, the problem of sewage disposal spreads as well. Inappropriate planning of a sewage management system could impair water quality, destroy habitat, and threaten public health. Simply ...

Abstract: This paper presents the results obtained from an island-wide investigation program for anchored slopes alongside freeways, highways, and railways in Taiwan. The investigation procedures include the visual inspection of ...

Abstract: This paper presents the results obtained from an island-wide investigation program for anchored slopes alongside freeways, highways, and railways in Taiwan. The investigation procedures include the visual inspection of ...