Abstract: This paper presents a method for estimating the damping matrix of a structural system when the stiffness matrix, mass matrix, and frequency response data are given. The method is based on the ...

Abstract: To prevent problems caused by burrs in machining, reduction and control of burr size is desirable. This paper presents a basic framework for and conceptual understanding of the burr formation ...

Abstract: This paper presents a numerical method for the solution of problems of moving heat sources with change of phase and with any boundary condition. Calculated results of two specific cases are ...

Abstract: Techniques for measuring distances, relative heights, and angles have improved significantly during the last decades. Some of these techniques can be used in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction industry to ...

Abstract: The mechanical material removal (MRR) mechanisms in lapping were investigated, using concepts of two-body vs. three-body abrasion and ductile vs. brittle machining. The statistical nature of the ...

Abstract: The principal objective of this study was determination of the response of a laboratory-scale vapor-phase flow-direction-switching biofilter to loading changes associated with normal operations such as lunch breaks, overnight ...

Abstract: Transient loading of vapor-phase biofilters may result in exceedence of the local reaction or mass transfer capacity of the inlet region. In such cases, higher concentrations of contaminants are carried deeper into the bed ...

Abstract: Current uses of computers in construction include design, planning, scheduling, and cost estimating. Much more could be achieved on a fully computer-integrated construction site. This paper describes initial work at the ...

Abstract: -pins are increasingly used to enhance the delamination toughness and impact damage tolerance of composite aircraft structures. An important consideration in the design of