Abstract: This paper suggests an optimization‐based methodology for the design of minimum weight structures with kinematic nonlinear behavior. Attention is focused on three‐dimensional reticulated structures idealized with beam ...

Abstract: This paper presents a technique to efficiently process data to supply the necessary in‐puts to a large‐scale water‐distribution optimization model. The overall goal of this project is to develop an on‐line optimal control ...

Abstract: This paper suggests an optimization‐based design methodology for improving the strength and the overall stability characteristics of framed structures whose capacities are governed by limit‐load behavior. Attention is ...

Abstract: This paper suggests an optimization‐based design methodology for improving the strength and overall stability of framed structures, the capacities of which are governed by inelastic limit‐load behavior. The optimization ...

Abstract: An approach to estimating the limit and post‐limit behavior of a framed structure from its geometrically linear response is presented. The method follows from a particular restatement of the weak form of the nonlinear ...

Abstract: This paper proposes a method called the adaptive search algorithm to optimize a water supply system. The adaptive search algorithm is a discrete optimization search model that selects which pumps to switch on or off using ...

Abstract: This paper compares National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (NEHRP), Structural Engineers Association of California (SEAOC), ASCE 7, and

Abstract: In this paper we present a genetic algorithm (GA)-based optimization procedure for the design of 2D, geometrical, nonlinear steel-framed structures. The approach presented uses GAs as a tool to achieve discrete nonlinear ...

Abstract: Timely and effective interpretation of bore hole geophysical and formation well logs is vital in developing basic geological and hydrological data for ground water modeling. Information on local geological conditions may ...

Abstract: Pumping costs are the major operating expense of ground‐water supply systems. This paper presents a nonlinear optimization model to minimize pumping costs for both a well field and a main water‐supply distribution system. ...