Abstract: A rate‐independent elastoplasticity constitutive model is developed to account for various factors, such as friction, stress path and history, and induced and initial anisotropy in the response of geological materials. A ...

Abstract: The combined-cycle cogeneration facility on the central campus of Texas A&M University was analyzed for its present performance and an optimized mode of operation. The analysis was carried ...

Abstract: A simplified approach for the nonassociative behavior of granular (geological) materials is proposed. The basic concept is that the plastic potential can be obtained by controlling or correcting the yield function used for ...

Abstract: Thermal energy storage can help cogeneration meet the energy generation challenges of the 21st century by increasing the flexibility and performance of cogeneration facilities. Thermal energy ...