Abstract: Iterative algorithms are widely applied in reliability analysis and design optimization. Nevertheless, phenomena of failed convergence, such as periodic oscillation, bifurcation, and chaos, are oftentimes observed in ...

Abstract: Steel corrosion in reinforced concrete (RC) structures leads to change of steel mechanical properties, longitudinal cracking in the concrete cover, and other related effects that weaken the serviceability and load capacity ...

Abstract: The mechanical reinforcement effect of roots on soil shear strength is widely recognized and can be used in slope stability analyses based on the limit equilibrium or finite-element method. Although some advanced root ...

Abstract: AbstractConstrained by ERA-Interim, a cloud-resolving model is employed to characterize cloud systems over the Tibetan Plateau (TP) and east China. The authors focus on analyzing the role of different physical processes ...

Abstract: In this paper, granular activated carbon was modified with different concentrations of ferric chloride (

Abstract: he altimetry wavenumber spectra of sea surface height (SSH) provide a unique dataset for testing of geostrophic turbulence. While SSH spectral slopes of k?11/3 and k?5 are expected from theories and numerical simulations, ...

Abstract: In this study, the variability inherent in the performance of RC frame structures to bridge over a column loss was investigated, considering the uncertainties existing in gravity loads, material properties, and construction ...

Abstract: The stationary Markov process model is widely used to predict the geological conditions in tunnel excavation projects. However, the validity of the stationary assumption made in the model is questionable. The prediction ...

Abstract: n this study, the summer clouds and precipitation over eastern China and the Tibetan Plateau (TP) are examined by analyzing the satellite observations and the apparent heat source Q1 and moisture sink Q2 computed from the ...