Abstract: A new pneumatic conveying system that applies soft fins mounted vertically on a center plane of pipe in the inlet of the gas-particle mixture is developed to reduce power consumption and ...

Abstract: PVC-coated polyester fabric is a widely used building material whose tearing strength is much lower than its tensile strength. Extreme loads such as fire, unexpected winds, or hail may cause cracks in the membrane. The ...

Abstract: A lack of joint specimens with the same natural surface morphology has limited detailed experimental study of the shearing performances of joints. In this technical note, we propose a way to batch-produce rock joints with ...

Abstract: Because complex cable systems are widely used in engineering practice, the issues related to parameter identification of complex cable systems are becoming increasingly important. In this study, a universal characteristic ...

Abstract: The anisotropic morphology of natural joints always affects their shear behavior. This experimental study aimed at exploring the anisotropic wear damage of asperities for natural joints under direct shearing tests. For ...