Abstract: This paper presents some new results on synthesis and stability analysis of a class of repetitive controllers for discrete-time multi-input multi-output (MIMO) linear time-invariant (LTI) systems. ...

Abstract: Semi-active (SA) vibration-control systems are those which otherwise passively generated damping or spring forces are modulated according to a parameter tuning policy with only a small amount of ...

Abstract: Located over the St. Lawrence Seaway, the new Samuel De Champlain Bridge was designed and constructed in 48 months despite the severe winter of Montreal. Many factors, including a deteriorating existing bridge, limited ...

Abstract: In cold regions, early deterioration of concretes due to freezing and thawing is a major concern. This study determined the freezing and thawing resistance of ultrahigh-performance concretes (UHPCs) made with different ...

Abstract: Crumb rubber is one of the waste materials used to improve the behavior of binders. The use of this recycled rubber as a common cheap additive can also help in preserving the environment. Modifying the binder with this ...

Abstract: Space robots require compact joint drive systems (JDSs), typically comprising of actuator, transmission, joint elements that can deliver high torques through stiff mechanical ports. Today's conventional space drive systems ...

Abstract: In this research, the impact of structural parameters of bipolar plates on the proton exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cell performance has been investigated using numerical method, and this model ...

Abstract: This paper presents a new repetitive learning controller for motion control of mechanical manipulators undergoing periodic tasks defined in Cartesian space. The controller does not require knowledge ...

Abstract: A set of memory-based properties is employed in this paper for modeling multiple-path hysteresis response of piezoelectric actuators. These properties, namely, targeting turning points, curve ...