Abstract: This paper presents the results of experimental tests undertaken to resolve questions regarding the viability of multistory prestressed timber structures, specifically the reduction in the prestress load over time. Reduced- ...

Abstract: This paper investigates the long-term behavior of beams and frames made from laminated veneer lumber (LVL) prestressed with unbonded tendons. A formula for the evaluation of the prestress losses during the service life was ...

Abstract: The authors measure the extent to which disasters triggered by natural hazards are important adverse events that trigger bankruptcy. To accomplish this, the authors construct a new panel of damage from climatic events and ...