Abstract: Shape optimal design of an elastic double-curved arch dam is treated using a continuum shape design sensitivity analysis method. Derivatives of the stress at the surface of the dam with respect to shape design parameters ...

Abstract: The flexibility of parafoils introduces hysteresis and issues of insufficient control force in their management. Traditional approaches that employ geometric curves for segmented trajectory planning fail to capture certain ...

Abstract: As a prevalent problem for construction projects, contractor cost details are unobserved or unknown to the owner. This paper considers a risk-averse owner (he) who engages a risk-neutral contractor (she) to complete a ...