Abstract: The present paper describes a HyperDocument model for the documentation of design standards. The HyperDocument model consists of a document base and a navigation system. The document base contains the electronic documents ...

Abstract: This paper describes an experimental study on the use of Ritz vectors for damage detection of a grid-type bridge model. A new procedure to extract Ritz vectors from experimental modal analysis is proposed and demonstrated ...

Abstract: This paper describes the possibilities of using a system dynamic model to simulate experience transfer scenarios in a construction and property management organization. This experience transfer simulation model can be used ...

Abstract: This paper describes the development of software for automated processing of design standards. The language‐compiler system developed is based on the decision table representation, which has been shown previously to be a ...

Abstract: This paper describes the development of a logic based regulation compliance assistance system that builds upon an extensible markup language (XML) framework. First, a document repository containing federal regulations and ...

Abstract: The deterioration of civil infrastructure as a result of aging, altered requirements, excessive loading, or inadequate maintenance underpins the urgent need for reliable and cost-effective monitoring systems. This paper ...

Abstract: A methodology for performing data exchange among heterogeneous application programs in support of interactive structural design is presented. The method makes use of a Common Database Interface Language (CDIL) and operates ...

Abstract: This paper describes a distributed architecture that enables the delivery of building design services over the Internet. The architecture of an individual service is three tiered. The first tier is a common communication ...

Abstract: Rapid advances in computer software and hardware have provided engineers with a powerful means of processing, storing, retrieving, and displaying data. This has made computer science a growing and essential part of nearly ...

Abstract: Calibration, on the basis of data from centrifuge and shake table experiments, continues to promote the development of more accurate computational models. Capabilities such as coupled solid–fluid formulations and nonlinear ...