Abstract: AASHTO specifications give a load fraction based on only two major variables that affect load distribution on highway bridges. For more economical design, a refinement of the AASHTO values is needed. In this paper, the ...

Abstract: This paper describes an analytical model for determining the pulling and shear forces and bending moment required to form sheet metal subject to plane strain along its width. The model is ...

Abstract: Procedures to assess the equivalent static force acting on a bridge pier due to a vessel impact and various pier protective systems are briefly discussed. Equations and closed‐form expressions are developed to obtain ...

Abstract: The general advantages and disadvantages of steel single box-girder bridges, as well as their particular use in single-lane ramps, are discussed. Comparisons between steel single box girders and twin box girders are presented ...

Abstract: A general criterion to qualify ARMA representations of ocean spectra is presented. An objective criterion to qualify simulators becomes the key element to justify the selection or rejection of ARMA representations for ...

Abstract: Pressure management (PM) is commonly used in water distribution systems (WDSs). In the last decade, a strategic objective in the field has been the development of new scientific and technical methods for its implementation. ...

Abstract: One problem associated with subsurface drip irrigation (SDI) is the reduction in discharge resulting from soil-water back-pressure at the emitter outlets. An experimental setup was made to measure emitter discharge and ...

Abstract: Pressure management (PM) is commonly used in water distribution systems (WDSs). In the last decade, a strategic objective in the field has been the development of new scientific and technical methods for its implementation. ...