Abstract: This paper addresses and solves the classical beam‐on Winkler‐foundation problem with fuzzy definitions for the Winkler‐spring stiffness, the flexural rigidity of the beam, and the concentrated load. The paper demonstrates ...

Abstract: This paper deals with the various search strategies for generation of alternate feasible designs that have been adopted in EXTASY—an expert system for analysis and design of microwave towers. Heuristics guide the search ...

Abstract: This paper reports the development of EXTASY—an expert system for analysis and design of microwave towers. The three inputs given to a tower designer are the tower height, its geographical location, and details about the ...