Abstract: A new solution procedure is presented, based on the arc‐length method, for passing limit points (load or displacement peaks) in nonlinear finite element analysis of structures. In addition to the usual equilibrium equations, ...

Abstract: A unified size-effect model based on the weakest-link brittle fracture theory has been developed to represent statistical size effects in visually graded structural lumber. Test results from published studies and new results ...

Abstract: A branching network consisting of several sources and demand nodes is considered to find its optimal geometrical layout. Initially a one‐source two‐demand‐node network is considered and for it, optimality criteria are ...

Abstract: The provision of ductile connections is a critical element that is often lacking in the design of a heavy timber structure to resist seismic loads. During the last decade, a novel connection was developed that combined ...

Abstract: Many spectacular pedestrian bridges were designed and constructed recently. Owing to their special shapes, it is expected that various types and a wide range of vibration frequency components will be induced by pedestrians. ...

Abstract: This paper addresses the problem of structural health monitoring (SHM) and damage detection based on a statistical model updating methodology which utilizes the measured vibration responses of the structure without any ...

Abstract: Structural health monitoring (SHM) is a promising field with widespread application in civil engineering. Structural health monitoring has the potential to make structures safer by observing both long-term structural changes ...