Abstract: In this study, the effect mechanisms between the fretting wear behavior and properties of micro-arc oxidation (MAO) coatings fabricated by different anodic voltages (AVs) on AZ91 magnesium alloy were investigated. The ...

Abstract: Simulation of sample realizations of stochastic processes is the bedrock of the Monte Carlo method, and the accurate modeling of stochastic processes is crucial to determine realistic structural responses. For seismic ...

Abstract: A method for assessing the stability of slurry-supported trenches considering anisotropy and nonhomogeneity using the upper-bound theorem of limit analysis is presented. Only anisotropy and the nonhomogeneity of the cohesion ...

Abstract: Slopes forming convex corners are often constructed in practice. Observed failures of such corners possess three-dimensional (3D) characteristics. Hence, assessing corner stability requires 3D analysis. This study used a ...

Abstract: The pressure fluctuations in both the rotating runner and the other fixed components in a model Francis turbine under various loads were experimentally measured by means of onboard measuring equipment in the runner and ...

Abstract: Geopolymers are an environmentally friendly cementitious materials, which have the advantages of high strength, good durability, and stability; however, geopolymers also have some limitations, such as strong brittleness ...