Abstract: This paper examines the accuracy of a new elastic–thermoviscoplastic (E-TVP) constitutive model developed based on critical state soil mechanics. The model can be used for simulating the temperature-dependent and ...

Abstract: Small modular reactors (SMRs) are an alternative for clean energy solutions in Canada’s remote northern communities, owing to their safety, flexibility, and reduced capital requirements. Currently, these communities are ...

Abstract: Thermal stress analysis is an integral part of the design and integrity assessment of buried pipelines. Pipe bends can be subjected to significant cross-sectional deformations due to bending moments induced by thermal ...

Abstract: Roadways over culverts experience severe distresses due to frost action in the subgrade. Thermal insulation placed near the culvert can reduce frost penetration in the soil surrounding the culvert. Three culvert sites ...