Abstract: The determination of the strength of reinforced concrete slabs with proper consideration of the benefits of compressive membrane action is too complex for regular use by the practicing engineer. Following previous work on ...

Abstract: The present paper proposes a proof of concept of a completely passive thermosyphon for cooling of power electronics. This thermosyphon is composed of an evaporator to cool down a four-heater pseudo-transistor module and a ...

Abstract: Experimental flow boiling heat transfer results are presented for horizontal 1.0 and 2.2 mm I.D. (internal diameter) stainless steel tubes for tests with R1234ze(E), a new refrigerant developed ...

Abstract: It is critical to improve the resilience of military installations and their complex infrastructure systems to strengthen response to the uncertainty and threat driven by the increasing frequency and severity of natural ...