Abstract: This paper was given by Dr. Louis Berger as his acceptance speech for the Parcel-Sverdrup Civil Engineering Management Award. The award was presented to Dr. Berger at the ASCE Engineering Management luncheon held in San Diego on October 24, 1995...

Abstract: Simulation models can be efficient tools, provided they are sufficiently validated. In the United States, the HELP model was developed to simulate the water balance of landfills, especially of liner systems. HELP version ...

Abstract: Friction is a very complicated phenomenon arising at the contact of surfaces. Experiments indicate a functional dependence upon a large variety of parameters, including sliding speed, acceleration, ...

Abstract: The conventional deep drawing process is limited to a certain Limit Drawing Ratio (LDR), beyond which localized wall thinning and rupture occur. One way to increase the LDR is to try to ...