Abstract: In this paper, structural topology optimization is extended to systems design. Locations and patterns of connections in a structural system that consists of multiple components strongly affect ...

Abstract: Strengthening of RC columns through lateral confinement using fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) jackets is now a widely accepted technique. While extensive research has been conducted on the behavior of such strengthened ...

Abstract: Strengthening of RC columns through lateral confinement provided by external fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) jackets (or wraps) has become an increasingly popular technique over the past decade. Nevertheless, relevant design ...

Abstract: Horizontal motions of a tanker attached to a single-point mooring (SPM) terminal were predicted using digital simulation in the time domain. Excitations from steady current, gusting wind, and ...

Abstract: This paper is concerned with the three‐dimensional elasticity solution of flexure and torsion in adhesive‐bonded multilayered beams of uniform cross section having one end fixed and the other end loaded by transverse forces. ...

Abstract: Fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) confinement has shown promise as an alternative method aimed at enabling the structural use of recycled brick aggregate concrete (RBAC) in columns. To facilitate practical applications, an ...

Abstract: A bending-active arch derives its curved shape from elastic bending of an initially straight strut. The recent revival of interest in this special structural form has been largely driven by the use of pultruded hollow-section ...

Abstract: Horizontal motions of a tanker single point moored in current, wind, and waves were numerically investigated under four alternative configurations, namely, buoy mooring (SBM), articulated tower ...

Abstract: Dehydration is a common problem in healthy individuals as well as the elderly and chronically ill. People are often poorly attuned to hydration, and despite widespread awareness of the problem, ...

Abstract: This paper presents the results of a recent study conducted to refine the design-oriented stress–strain model originally proposed by Lam and Teng for fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP)-confined concrete under axial compression. ...