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RISBehavior of Stress‐Laminated Timber Highway Bridge
Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers
Abstract: This paper recounts an examination of longitudinal stress‐laminated timber deck bridges as a solution to the tremendous need for replacement bridges, particularly on rural roads. A long‐span full‐scale deck was built in ...
Simultaneous Type and Dimensional Synthesis of Planar 1DOF Mechanisms Using Evolutionary Search and Convertible Agents (DETC2009-86722)
Publisher: The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
Abstract: This paper introduces a novel approach to automated mechanism synthesis called “convertible agents.” The evolutionary computing technique has been developed specifically for the unique design ...
Biaxial Seismic Response of R/C Frames
Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers
Abstract: Results of experimental shaking table tests and analytical studies of the biaxial response of a reinforced concrete frame having rectangular columns and inelastic motion induced by earthquake excitation are summarized. The ...
Time-Varying Input-Output Inoperability Model
Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers
Abstract: Representing interdependent critical infrastructures is mandatory for implementing protection policies and strategies. Among the several interdependency models provided over the years, the input-output inoperability model ...
Moment and Shear Load Distribution Factors for Multigirder Bridges Subjected to Overloads
Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers
Abstract: Movement of industrial freight infrequently requires special overload vehicles weighing 5 to 6 times the normal legal truck weights. The gross vehicle weight of the vehicles frequently exceeds 1800 kN whereas, the normal ...
Impact of Cast-in-Place Concrete Column Construction Vibrations on Sensitive Occupancies
Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers
Abstract: Construction activities required to renovate or enlarge buildings cause vibration levels that could impede facility functionality. Facility and construction managers should have an understanding of the magnitude and ...
A Thermo-Hydraulic Investigation of the Unprecedented TMRS Upper Neutron Spallation Target
Publisher: The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
Abstract: The next-generation neutron spallation target station, the Target–Moderator-Reflector System (TMRS) Mk. IV, will be installed in 2021. This iteration features an unprecedented, water-cooled, third internal target aptly ...
Nonlinear Train-Bridge Lateral Interaction Using a Simplified Wheel-Rail Contact Method Within a Finite Element Framework
Publisher: The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
Abstract: The evaluation of running safety of railway vehicles on viaducts requires the study of lateral dynamics for the coupled vehicle-bridge system. This includes the structural deformation of the ...
Verification of Finite Volume Computations on Steady-State Fluid Flow and Heat Transfer
Publisher: The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
Abstract: This work presents a post-processing tool for the verification of steady-state fluid flow and heat transfer finite volume computations. It is based both on the generalized Richardson extrapolation ...
Rapid-Construction Technique for Bridge Abutments Using Controlled Low-Strength Materials
Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers
Abstract: The time required for building bridge abutments is one of the main obstacles facing rapid bridge construction. For typical span bridges, this can be remedied by using controlled low-strength materials (CLSM) as backfill ...