Abstract: This paper describes a technique for generating a chain drive capable of allowing a desired varying angular velocity function on the driving shaft while maintaining constant angular velocity of ...

Abstract: An investigation was conducted on the relationship between the internal shear strength of hydrated needle-punched (NP) geosynthetic clay liners (GCLs) and the interface shear strength between hydrated NP GCLs (nonwoven ...

Abstract: This paper presents an experimental investigation of the dynamic shear strength of a composite liner consisting of a high-density polyethylene (HDPE) textured geomembrane (GMX) over a hydrated nonwoven/nonwoven needle-punched ...

Abstract: Although it is largely accepted that disasters offer windows of opportunity for adoption of risk-reduction measures, the dimensions of support for hazard mitigation following a disaster are not well understood. Drawing on ...

Abstract: Recent research has demonstrated that the mechanical properties of metals are altered when an electrical current is passed through the material. These studies suggest that titanium alloys, due ...

Abstract: For metals, deformation is commonly conducted at elevated temperatures, reducing the overall process energy and cost. However, elevating the temperature has many drawbacks, including high tool/die ...