Abstract: A general variational formulation to analyze the elastic lateral–torsional buckling (LTB) behavior of singly symmetric thin-walled tapered beams is presented, numerically implemented, validated and illustrated. It (1) ...

Abstract: This work presents a postoptimization methodology for refining the solutions found by adaptive search algorithms used in the design of large water distribution networks. The approach uses two heuristics to search for an ...

Abstract: Demand-side management (DSM) programs are essential to accommodate larger shares of distributed, variable, renewable energy generation. These programs can be used by water utilities to foster a more sustainable operational ...