Abstract: This paper describes nonlinear regression estimators for the three-parameter Weibull distribution. Issues relating to the bias and invariance associated with these estimators are examined numerically ...

Abstract: A two-phase continuum mixture model is used to analyze steady compaction waves in porous materials. It is shown that such a model admits both subsonic and supersonic steady compaction waves ...

Abstract: The desirable properties of ceramics at high temperatures have generated interest in their use for structural applications such as in advanced turbine systems. Design lives for such systems can ...

Abstract: High temperature and long duration applications of monolithic ceramics can place their failure mode in the creep rupture regime. A previous model advanced by the authors described a methodology ...

Abstract: Since the direction of the quadriceps force and location of the patellofemoral contact point likely differ between axial and multiplane loadings, the force and moment balance solutions for a ...

Abstract: The computer program CARES/LIFE calculates the time-dependent reliability of monolithic ceramic components subjected to thermomechanical and/or proof test loading. This program is an extension of ...

Abstract: The fast fracture strength distribution of uniaxially ground, alpha silicon carbide was investigated as a function of grinding angle relative to the principal stress direction in flexure. Both ...

Abstract: The stress generated by the horizontal compression of a vertical column of granular material is investigated. The column is open at the top so that the material is free to flow upward in the slot as it is compressed. This ...