Abstract: Using the matrix approach, synthesis equations are derived for eight types of synthesis problems for an eight-link mechanism having five links in each of its three loops. A numerical approach ...

Abstract: In this study, the accuracy of a fully nonlinear method against an equivalent linear method for dynamic analysis of soil-structure interaction is investigated comparing the predicted results of both numerical procedures. ...

Abstract: The seismic excitation experienced by structures is a function of the earthquake source, travel path effects, local site effects, and soil-structure interaction (SSI) influences. The result of the first three of these ...

Abstract: This research focuses on experimental and constitutive time-dependent modeling of sands considering rate dependency, fabric, and stepwise sudden frequency changes during loadings. Several cyclic triaxial undrained tests ...

Abstract: The state of Florida has about $1.8 trillion worth of residential property at risk of hurricane induced loss, and the hurricanes of the past few years have created a crisis in the homeowner insurance market. There is great ...

Abstract: Florida’s population growth in recent decades has produced a steady increase in the concentration of population and infrastructure along its coastline. During this growth period, the vulnerability of the Florida coastline ...

Abstract: In competitive bidding, the success and/or failure of the contractors strongly depends on their submitted bid price. Hence, the bidding price decision is a strategic subject for contractors of construction projects. This ...