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Optimizing Non-linear Granular Layer Coefficients of a Flexible Pavement for Mechanistic-Empirical Method
(2021)
In recent years, mechanistic-empirical (M-E) design methods are preferred in the design of
flexible pavements instead of empirical methods using equations based on the road
performance tests. However, the calibration of ...
Effect of functional grading on the performance of flexible pavements
(2021)
Fatigue failure is an important type of pavement distress which is considered in the pavement design. In
this study, it is aimed to increase the fatigue strength of the pavement without using any additives. For this
purpose, ...
Effects of Concrete Strength and Openings in Infill Walls on Blasting Responses of RC Buildings Subjected to TNT Explosive
(2021)
The explosions caused by terrorism and/or accidental lead to serious damage and/or collapse in structures, economic losses, and most importantly endanger public safety. The blasting loads that can be larger than design ...
Optimal sensor placements for system identification of concrete arch dams
(2021)
This paper investigates the optimal sensor placements and capabilities of this procedure for dynamic characteristics identification of arch dams. For this purpose, a prototype arch dam is constructed in laboratory conditions. ...
Modal identification and fatigue behavior of Eynel steel arch highway bridge with calibrated models
(2021)
In this paper, modal parameters of the Eynel steel arch highway bridge are identified and the fatigue behavior of the bridge is investigated. Modal parameters were extracted from three ambient vibration tests carried out ...
Optimal Sensor Placement for Laminated Composite and Steel Cantilever Beams by the Effective Independence Method
(2021)
In modal testing, the quality of vibration signals and clarity of peak points to extract the natural frequencies, corresponding mode shapes and damping ratio depend on the number and location of the sensors. High measurement ...
Impact of Slope Orientation on Inlet Spacing: Gutter Flow Analyses
(MDPI, 2022)
A roadway’s capacity to drain itself is of utmost importance for the safety and comfort of its users. Standing water and any amount of channelized flow on roadways create nuisances to the users, and the extent of encroachment ...
Hydrological Considerations in Designing Roadways: Avoiding Hydroplaning
(2022)
Safety on highways is essential, but high water levels on lanes risk that. Drainage structures are mostly concerned with water spread at sideways and ignore the build-up flow on the surface. This study addresses whether ...