Abstract: Exchange-area-based methods (EAMs), such as the zonal method, the combined Monte-Carlo and zonal method, etc., are widely used in the numerical computation of thermal radiative transfer. In view ...

Abstract: With the development of column technology, a new concept of composite columns has been proposed. Composite columns integrate two columns into one single column, which has a small inner column installed in the middle of a ...

Abstract: A few innovative designs and construction measures are introduced to build a roller-compacted concrete (RCC) gravity dam with a height of 160 m (524.96 ft), whereas the design peak ground acceleration of the dam site is

Abstract: Deep mixing method has been widely used to improve soft soils by increasing bearing capacity, reducing total and differential settlements, and enhancing stability. Experimental and numerical studies have demonstrated that ...

Abstract: To study the effects of ground motion spatial variations on curved bridges, this paper presents a shake-table test for a 1/10-scale typical curved bridge under spatial ground motions, including wave passage effect, local ...

Abstract: Missing data commonly exist in operational records of wastewater treatment plants, such as influent and effluent water quality data. To deal with missing data, time series models that characterize trend, lag, and seasonality ...

Abstract: Heavy glulam timber framed structures are facing a growing inadequacy in resisting lateral actions from earthquakes and winds due to the increasing building heights. This paper presents the experimental and numerical ...