Abstract: A finite-element formulation for the lateral-torsional buckling analysis of nonprismatic I-beams is developed. The formulation is capable of analyzing continuous I-beams with a linear or quadratic taper within acceptable ...

Abstract: This paper presents, discusses, and compares results from experimental and computational studies of the plastic encapsulation process for a 144-lead TQFP package. The experimental results were ...

Abstract: Information drawn from national engineering magazines, a nationally distributed newspaper, and a statewide newspaper in Kentucky is presented for 114 bridge failures in the continental U.S. Failures during the construction ...