Abstract: This paper describes an alternative perspective in evaluating of computational models for predicting deflection of cracked reinforced concrete (RC) structures. The concept of robustness to uncertainty in modeling input ...

Abstract: A genetic-fuzzy learning from examples (GFLFE) approach is presented for determining fuzzy rule bases generated from input/output data sets. The method is less computationally intensive than existing fuzzy rule base learning ...

Abstract: Numerous regulations have been imposed worldwide by governments and environmental organizations in order to reduce the negative environmental impact resulting from large numbers of solid waste landfills. Recycling of ...

Abstract: This study investigates the effect of alumina nanoparticles (ANPs) on tension and fracture characteristics of polymer concrete (PC). ANPs with a maximum particle size of 50 nm were used at 0.5, 1.0, 2.0, and 3.0 wt.% ...

Abstract: Monitoring of bridge displacements is critical for safe and cost-effective railroad operations. One of the essential parameters for determining the serviceability of the bridges is the dynamic displacement of the bridge ...

Abstract: Microscale defects (microannuli) at the steel-cement and rock-cement interfaces are a major cause of failure in the integrity of wellbore systems. Microscale defects/microcracks as small as 30 μm are sufficient to ...