Abstract: The existing analytical solutions of dam-break flow do not consider simultaneously the effects of wet downstream bottom and bed slope on the dam-break wave propagation. In this study, a new analytical solution for the ...

Abstract: Understanding the trade-offs associated with the two operation stages of hydropower generation is critical for guiding efficient reservoir operations. Previous studies showed that the marginal return in Stage 2 is always ...

Abstract: This study aims to investigate the influence of aggregate homogeneity on the indirect tensile (IDT) strength of asphalt mixtures using imaging and discrete-element method. An aggregate homogeneity index, which was used to ...

Abstract: When no guidance information is available, drivers often depend on recent experience to select a travel route. This paper is based on the theory of behavior reinforcement, establishing a vehicle route choosing model without ...

Abstract: The management of facility construction for hallmark events is critically important for their financial viability. However, little knowledge has been produced regarding the management of this type of construction. Based ...

Abstract: This study aims to investigate the shear fatigue performance of asphalt mixture and factors influencing performance using a three-dimensional (3D) discrete element method (DEM) incorporated with the Burgers model. The ...

Abstract: A combination of models including wavelet transform and kernel partial least squares-autoregressive moving average (KPLS-ARMA) is proposed to explore the nonstationarity of the urban annual water demand series, the nonlinear ...