Abstract: This work presents a cell-based smoothed finite-element method (CS-FEM) for simulating strongly coupled non-Newtonian fluid–structure interactions. The governing equations of a Carreau-Yasuda fluid and an elastic solid are ...

Abstract: Application of an edge-based smoothed finite-element method (ESFEM) to vortex-induced vibration (VIV) of a circular cylinder in generalized Newtonian fluids is presented. The incompressible Navier–Stokes equations incorporating ...

Abstract: Insufficient understanding of complex Arctic cloud properties introduced large errors in estimating radiant energy balance parameters at the regional and global scales. Comprehensive and reliable cloud information is ...

Abstract: Ring shear tests were performed in this work to investigate the characteristics of shear band formation and particle breakage for calcareous sands sampled from the South China Sea. The tests focused on the formation of ...

Abstract: This paper presents a novel design concept for fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) composites consisting of three-dimensional (3D) printed cores and FRP helical skins as a means of ensuring adequate ductility relative to the ...