Abstract: The triangle inequality concept is utilized in formulating the mobility conditions for a planar four-bar linkage. These conditions are used to investigate crank existence and mobility region for ...

Abstract: This paper proposes a saturated output feedback controller for flexible-joint robot manipulators with joints of arbitrary flexibility. First, under the framework of singular perturbation theory, a saturated flexible ...

Abstract: Calibration of multihole aerodynamic pressure probe is a compulsory and important step in applying this kind of probe. This paper presents a new neural-network-based method for the calibration ...

Abstract: Refuge floorspace is implemented as a temporary place for high-rise-building evacuees to take a short rest before further evacuating in the case of a fire. It is specified as a requirement in the Fire Code of Hong Kong to ...

Abstract: Environmental information disclosure (EID) as an essential component of corporate social responsibility (CSR) has become a business imperative worldwide. Despite the growing interest in CSR activities of construction ...

Abstract: AbstractModular construction (MC) is a sustainable construction method; however, its extensive adoption is hindered by challenges in logistics planning and coordination. Recognizing this barrier, many governments are ...

Abstract: AbstractModular construction (MC) is an advanced construction method that offers great economic, social, and environmental advantages over the cast-in-situ method, but the adoption rate of MC is low in practice. Government ...