Abstract: The axisymmetric inflation problem for a wrinkled membrane is solved by means of a simple nonlinear ordinary differential equation. The solution is illustrated in full details. Both the free and constrained cases are ...

Abstract: Rossby wave propagation is investigated in the framework of an idealized middle-latitude quasigeostrophic coupled ocean?atmosphere model. The Rossby waves are observed to propagate faster than both the classical linear ...

Abstract: The problem of probabilistic forecast verification is approached from a theoretical point of view starting from three basic desiderata: additivity, exclusive dependence on physical observations (?locality?), and strictly ...

Abstract: Gravitational wave detectors aim to detect strain perturbations of space-time on the order of 10−21–10−22 at frequencies between 1Hz and a few kHz. This space-time strain, integrated over kilometer ...

Abstract: Quantitative calculations of film thickness and friction in elastohydrodynamic lubrication will require that the low-shear viscosity, μ, be described with far greater accuracy than it is today. ...

Abstract: Recently, a renewed interest has been devoted to noninteger, or fractional, order systems. This is due to the fact that they well model a lot of physical systems and can be usefully applied ...

Abstract: Carbonatic rocks are subject to progressive degradation of their mechanical characteristics due to weathering. This phenomenon may have relevance for engineering since it can induce settlement of foundations, progressive ...

Abstract: One of the problems of major concern in designing large oil storage tanks is the interaction with the foundation soil, particularly in terms of differential settlements. Ultimate or serviceability limit states can be reached ...

Abstract: The recent increase in frequency and severity of cyber-physical attacks on water treatment plants and distribution systems calls for the development of intrusion detection schemes that help protect these critical ...