Abstract: The extremum probability density evolution method (EPDEM) was introduced for the life-cycle risk analysis of the roofs of low-rise buildings subjected to typhoons. This method can use small sample sizes to account for the ...

Abstract: This paper mainly proposes distinct criteria for the stability analysis and stabilization of linear uncertain systems with time-varying delays. Based on the Lyapunov theorem, a sufficient condition ...

Abstract: Kambara reactor desulfurization slag (KR slag) is a solid waste generated from the desulfurization process of molten iron by a KR mechanical stirring process in a steel factory. Most of the KR slag is sent to landfills or ...

Abstract: Wound tube, which is an important component of coil-wound heat exchanger (CWHE), is subjected to cross-flow impacting and thereby vibrating. Owing to investigating flow-induced vibration (FIV) of wound tubes, it is essential ...

Abstract: Permeable pavements equipped with an underdrain are one of the most widely used and efficient types of green infrastructure. They can greatly reduce, delay, and retain surface runoff, given their high surface infiltration ...

Abstract: Widespread damage to tile roofs over the last few years, even for weaker hurricanes, has raised concerns regarding construction practices and codes. An experimental study was carried out for clay and concrete roof tiles ...

Abstract: Roof coverings, particularly barrel tiles, have experienced significant damage over the last few years from storms, even weaker storms such as Category 1 Hurricane Wilma in 2005. Efforts have been made to ban mortar-set ...

Abstract: As a potential long-life pavement material, the high brittleness of epoxy asphalt prevents its application. Recycled from waste tires, crumb rubber (CR) can be used with styrene-butadiene-styrene (SBS) to prepare SBS/CR ...