Abstract: The dynamic response of dry masonry columns can be approximated with finite-difference equations. Continuum models follow by replacing the difference quotients of the discrete model by corresponding differential expressions. ...

Abstract: Under quasistatic uniaxial compression, inserting aluminum foams into the interstices of a metallic sandwich panel with corrugated core increased significantly both its peak crushing strength and energy absorption per unit ...

Abstract: Performing a small bowel anastomosis, or reconnecting small bowel segments, remains a core competency and critical step for the successful surgical management of numerous bowel and urinary conditions. As surgical education ...