Abstract: The response of a beam-column frame to impulsive ground shock, such as those induced by an underground explosion, has characteristics of both impact and natural earthquake responses. The critical effects may be governed ...

Abstract: New carbon emission requirements have brought about high demand for the retrofitting and strengthening of structures in power generation plants in order to accommodate the installation of pollution control devices. A typical ...

Abstract: Pretensioned spun high-strength concrete piles usually use the traditional helical grooved steel bars as the main reinforcement, leading to insufficient ductility. Replacing prestressing steel bars with steel strands can ...

Abstract: J-lay is currently the most appropriate technique for pipeline installations in deep and ultradeep waters. Pipelay parameters can significantly influence the dynamic behavior of deepwater J-lay systems. This study proposed ...