Abstract: Modern control and estimation techniques are applied to the design of longitudinal controllers for automated transit vehicles. The sensitivity of dynamic response to changes in vehicle parameters ...

Abstract: A series of tests is performed on composite beams with web openings. The beams have ribbed slabs with the ribs oriented transversely. The effects of slab width and moment-shear ratio on failure mode and strength are studied. ...

Abstract: Towers or tower-line systems within a power network can experience damages under rare earthquakes or strong winds. The estimation of the failure probability of a tower-line system is rarely addressed for scenario wind or ...

Abstract: The strength and stiffness of wide flange beams to rectangular tube column joints are reduced significantly if the connections are not reinforced. However, the reinforcement for the connections can be complex and increase ...