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The Overall Force-Deformation Relations Of Latticed Frames, Syamal C. Dasgupta
The Overall Force-Deformation Relations Of Latticed Frames, Syamal C. Dasgupta
Civil Engineering ETDs
Most elastic bodies in the field of civil engineering are composed of discrete elements which are interconnected in some way. A distinct characteristic of such systems is the presence of jump discontinuity in the physical properties of the systems. Trusses, ribbed shells, multistory frames, continuous and folded plates, built-in columns, etc. are a few examples of this kind. From the conventional methods of analysis of these systems, it can be realized that considerable effort is being expended to approximate the actual system by .means of a relatively simpler system. Most of the established methods of analysis of such systems involve …
A Model Of Strategy For Competitive Bidding In The Construction Industry., Thomas L. Morin
A Model Of Strategy For Competitive Bidding In The Construction Industry., Thomas L. Morin
Civil Engineering ETDs
Competitive bidding is an intriguing, unique, and sometimes critical activity of management. In the construction industry competitive bidding is particularly important since the vast majority of private and public work is obtained by bidding against other contractors. In fact, Clough (1)* points out that competitive bidding, "the contract method of construction," accounts for an estimated 95 percent of all public construction work. Basically, the bidding process consists of several competing contractors submitting closed bids to a client who selects the bid most desirable to him. The client will usually, and may be legally required to, accept the lowest bid. Obviously, …