Abstract: In this work, a new threedimensional fully parameterized triangular plate element based on the absolute nodal coordinate formulation (ANCF) is introduced. This plate element has 12 coordinates per node; therefore, it can ...

Abstract: The active control of tall buildings by aerodynamic appendages was proposed with the purpose of minimizing the control energy used to generate the control forces. In this control mechanism, the appendages generate the ...

Abstract: This paper investigates the feasibility of using the three active control mechanisms suggested in the literature for the control of tall buildings against wind forces. These mechanisms are the active tendon mechanism, the ...

Abstract: This paper shows the time‐delay effect on the distributed parameters structures controlled using direct velocity feedback. It is shown how the stability of the structure could be lost due to time delay. Two ways of time‐delay ...

Abstract: Quantifying pedestrian and bicycle traffic is important for planning, investment, and safety improvements. Traffic agencies have implemented various pedestrian/bicyclist detection systems, but the accuracy is unsatisfactory ...

Abstract: A crucial component of the proactive traffic safety management system is the real-time crash likelihood prediction model, which takes real-time traffic data as input and predicts the crash likelihood for the next 5+ min. ...

Abstract: The aim of this study was to evaluate and identify the factors influencing operating speed considering context classification. The study focused on three context classifications: C3R–Suburban Residential, C3C–Suburban ...

Abstract: In this paper, we investigated the influence of the cross-sectional characteristics of bicycle lanes on motorized and nonmotorized traffic safety. The safety effects of bicycle lanes with different widths were assessed ...

Abstract: A rectangular rapid flashing beacon (RRFB) is a pedestrian crosswalk countermeasure system that cautions drivers by providing them with real-time warning about the presence of pedestrians in an upcoming crosswalk. This ...

Abstract: An experimental program to study the effect of impact on reinforced concrete slabs was carried out. The experimental program attempted to simulate the striking of flying objects at the center of a reinforced concrete slab ...