Abstract: The application of minimum norm principle, similar to the principle of minimum potential energy, is presented for the general synthesis of cam motion. The approach involves the use of piecewise ...

Abstract: A key challenge in managing water quality and meeting compliance standards is accounting for both the anthropogenic and natural contributions of a range of water quality constituents. This study quantified levels of solids, ...

Abstract: A precast segmental concrete bridge pier system is being investigated for use in seismic regions. The proposed system uses unbonded posttensioning (UBPT) to join the precast segments and has the option of using a ductile ...

Abstract: This paper presents the performance of constructed bridges in cold regions through examining the bridges in North Dakota that is one of the coldest regions in the United States. Unique approach of a combined multiple ...

Abstract: With the emergence of readily available simple J solutions for various types of structures through J estimation techniques, J -integral-based elastic-plastic fracture mechanics has become a common ...

Abstract: The master curve method has recently been developed to determine fracture toughness in the brittle-to-ductile transition range. This method was successfully applied to numerous fracture toughness ...

Abstract: The failure assessment diagram approach, an elastic-plastic fracture mechanics procedure based on the J -integral concept, was used in the evaluation of pressure-temperature (P-T) limits for the ...