Abstract: The Sequential Unconstrained Minimization Technique (SUMT) offers an easy way of solving nonlinearly constrained problems. However, this algorithm frequently suffers from the need to minimize an ill‐conditioned penalty ...

Abstract: The need to account for geometric and material nonlinearities in the active control of highly flexible, large, space structures is emphasized herein. The performance index of the control problem is minimized subject to ...

Abstract: Excavation related damage to underground utility lines is a serious and widespread problem. It is estimated that there are close to 500,000 utility strikes in the United States every year. Further analysis reveals that ...

Abstract: With the advent of precast construction technology, the construction industry has seen a rapid change in the way structures are built. Precast construction has reduced project costs and durations, increased the predictability, ...

Abstract: The problem investigated here concerns the simultaneous design and control of structures. The structure considered is a laminated stiffened composite plate for which an optimum control system is designed by the minimization ...

Abstract: E-commerce is steadily becoming a reality in the construction industry. However, despite the increasing rate of utilization by owners and contractors alike, the legal implications of using e-commerce in construction have ...