Abstract: A facile and effective method for retrofitting simple shear tab connections in a steel gravity frame is presented to improve its overall lateral force-resisting capacity. At a target shear tab connection, the existing gap ...

Abstract: This paper proposes a novel self-centering negative stiffness damper (SCNSD), which combines superelastic shape memory alloy (SMA) and prepressed springs in parallel for damping enhancement. A mechanical model of the damping ...

Abstract: An experimental study and numerical modeling were carried out to investigate the behavior of concrete-filled stainless-steel tube (CFSST) columns subjected to constant axial compression combined with lateral cyclic loading. ...

Abstract: In construction projects, an unreliable work plan causes unstable workflow, which often results in task completion delay, system throughput decrease, and waste increase. Such a workflow can be managed effectively by promoting ...

Abstract: The classical problem of constrained melting heat transfer of a phase change material (PCM) inside a spherical capsule was revisited experimentally in the presence of nanoscale thermal conductivity fillers. The model ...

Abstract: As construction projects get larger and more complex, subcontractors can benefit from cooperation and by forming an alliance, such as partnering. Previous studies have discussed the benefit of cooperation or partnering ...

Abstract: The classical problem of inward solidification heat transfer inside a spherical capsule, with an application to thermal energy storage (TES), was revisited in the presence of nano-enhanced phase change materials (NePCM). ...

Abstract: Domain users (DUs) with a knowledge base in specialized fields are frequently excluded from authoring virtual reality (VR)-based applications in corresponding fields. This is largely due to the requirement of VR programming ...