Abstract: Modern optimal control techniques are applied to minimize the transient vibrations of uniform plates by means of one or more linear dampers. Both damper rates and locations are optimized, and ...

Abstract: This article deals with a phenomenon named as cavitation resonance. Cavitation-associated pressure fluctuations in hydraulic systems affect their design, operation, and safety. Under certain conditions, ...

Abstract: Social progress and lifestyle change cause more people living in Taiwan to spend 90% of the daytime indoors. The indoor environment may affect human health and productivity. Results of previous researches reveal that ...