Abstract: AbstractA coupling optimization model is developed to coordinate the design of the one-way surge tank (OWST) volume and the valve closing rule. This approach aims to address the strong coupling regarding the parameters of ...

Abstract: AbstractIn this paper, a novel lacing system was used for steel–concrete–steel (SCS) sandwich walls to resist near-field explosions. To study the performance of laced SCS sandwich walls under near-field explosions, five ...

Abstract: The application of extreme loads, such as impact and blast, may lead to progressive collapse and the robustness of a structure must be considered in this context. Although extensive studies have been carried out in recent ...

Abstract: In this paper, three precast concrete (PC) frames and one cast-in-situ reinforced-concrete (RC) frame were cast and tested to investigate the load-resisting mechanisms of emulative PC frames with various reinforcing details ...

Abstract: In this paper, four 1/2 scaled precast concrete (PC) beam-column subassemblages with high-performance connection were tested under push-down loading procedure to study the load-resisting mechanism of PC frames subjected ...

Abstract: Long-distance water supply systems are important measures to improve the water resources distribution, and the water hammer protection devices such as air vessels are usually added in the project to ensure the safety and ...

Abstract: AbstractTwo series of full-scale specimens were tested to investigate the structural behavior of one-way steel–ultra-high-performance concrete–steel (S-UHPC-S) composite wall strips subjected to out-of-plane loadings. ...