Abstract: An ant colony optimization (ACO)-based methodology for solving a multimode resource-constrained project scheduling problem (MRCPSP) with the objective of minimizing project duration is presented. With regards to the need ...

Abstract: Of the existing methods for the three-dimensional (3D) limit equilibrium analysis of slopes, none can simultaneously satisfy all six equilibrium equations. Except for Fellenius’ method that satisfies only one condition of ...

Abstract: Whereas estimating emissions from construction processes is crucial to evaluating emission-reduction plans, current approaches can only estimate emissions from an average rather than operational perspective due to an ...

Abstract: In this study the doubleinclusion model, originally developed to determine the effective linear elastic properties of composite materials, is reformulated in incremental form and extended to predict the effective nonlinear ...

Abstract: The hybrid discretization model for topology optimization of compliant mechanisms is introduced in this paper. The design domain is discretized into quadrilateral design cells. Each design cell ...

Abstract: Although energy saving and emission reduction are crucial for sustainable construction, asphalt paving operations are seldom evaluated in terms of fuel consumption and emissions. Current methods for estimating fuel consumption ...

Abstract: This technical note analyzes the stability of a simple beam subjected to spatially varying random seismic excitations. It uses the stochastic average method to calculate the stability boundaries of a beam under various ...

Abstract: This paper studies the effects of spatial variations of multiple earthquake ground excitations on responses of in‐plane circular incompressible arches. The responses of arches subjected to both correlated horizontal and ...

Abstract: Despite the critical role of boards and their significant interest in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, there is a scarcity of studies on board diversity within the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry. ...