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Performance Analysis Of Steel Bridge Deck Reinforced By Uhpc Based On Fracture Mechanics, Long Yiyu

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

At the deck-rib welding joints of orthotropic steel bridge decks, cracking can easily occur under the vehicle load, and the fatigue risk of steel bridge decks can be effectively reduced by UHPC reinforcement. To investigate the effect of UHPC-reinforced steel bridge decks, this paper carried out finite element analysis based on linear-elastic fracture mechanics. By taking the orthotropic steel bridge deck test as the reference, the fatigue performance at the weld toe was calculated, and the reliability of the finite element model was verified. Stress intensity factor calculation analysis was performed by inserting an initial crack at the weld detail, …

Pump Controller Design For Variable Primary Flow Configuration Systems, Yifan Shi

Architectural Engineering -- Dissertations and Student Research

Pump systems are utilized widely in Heating, Ventilation and Air-Conditioning (HVAC) systems. There are mainly three configuration types: (1) the constant primary-only flow configuration, (2) the constant primary/variable secondary flow configuration, and (3) the variable primary-only flow configuration. This thesis focuses on finding the optimal control strategy for it and programming a controller for easy in-field usage.

In this thesis, the pump brake horse power (BHP) of the three pump configurations is simulated and compared using varying control methods. The best pump efficiency staging and DP reset control methods are implemented into the pump controller. A one month field experiment …

Key Technology Of Demolition And Reconstruction Design Of Wudou Bridge, Li Huaqiang

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

Bridges constructed between the 1960s and 1970s have been damaged to different degrees during operation due to excessive traffic flow and severe overloading of vehicles, and thus cannot meet the requirements for safe passage of vehicles and navigation. Therefore, they need to be demolished and rebuilt. To safely, economically and efficiently demolish the old bridges and rebuild them in-situ, this paper studied a design concept of integrated construction and demolition. Based on the Wudou Bridge demolition and reconstruction project in Foshan, the combination of theoretical analysis and computational simulation was utilized to conduct a multi-scheme study from the perspectives of …

Lucidpipe™ Power System, Purdue Ect Team

ECT Fact Sheets

In most gravity fed water transmission pipelines, it is desired to reduce excess pressure head to prevent undue strain on a pipeline and lower the incidence of leaks. Normally this is done with pressure reducing valves that essentially burn off this excess pressure as heat. The LucidPipe™ system converts it to low cost electricity thereby removing unwanted pressure and generating energy at the same time - energy that can be put used behind the grid or put back on the grid. The LucidPipe™ system extracts a small percentage of pressure head providing nearly invisible operation allowing water operators to fulfill …

Construction Site Planning And Logistical Operations: Site-Focused Management For Builders, Second Edition

Purdue Handbooks in Building Construction

Organizing and administering a construction site so that the right resources get to the right place in a timely fashion demands strong leadership and a well-defined, disciplined process. Good logistical operations enable profitability, and this book is the essential, muddy boots guide to such management. Written by experienced educator–practitioners, Construction Site Planning and Logistical Operations is a popular guide to the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed by project superintendents, especially, but useful to all constructors. This second edition is updated to include new technologies, resources, and details of operational planning. Leadership imperatives and management techniques remain integrated throughout. The book …

A Comprehensive Guide To Construction Documentation: From Hand Drafting To Bim, Cesar Salazar

Open Educational Resources

The construction industry relies heavily on precise and clear documentation to ensure the successful completion of projects. This book is a comprehensive guide to creating construction drawings, focusing on the principles and best practices that lead to high-quality outputs. Unlike manuals that teach specific software tools, this book emphasizes the effective use of various drawing tools to produce detailed graphic narratives that support the entire construction process, from inception to completion.

Numerical Investigation On Blast Response Of Cold-Formed Steel Framing Protected With Functionally Graded Composite Material, Elias Ali

Faculty Scholarship

This paper presents a numerical simulation on the blast response of cold-formed steel (CFS) structural framing system protected with a functionally graded composite material (FGM) panel. The steel frame consists of four CFS studs, which were protected by 12.5 mm thick gypsum, aluminum composite, and FGM composite materials on both sides. The numerical simulation was performed using ABAQUS on a 1.8 m × 2.4 m, overall wall panel exposed to air blast on one side. A 1.0 kg TNT explosive charge placed at four standoff distances (R) of 1.0 m, 1.5 m, 2.0 m, and 2.5 m from the framing …

Cost-Benefit Analysis Of Studying Spanish And Construction In Tandem, Daniel Eide

Construction Management

Does Spanish bilingualism have measurable fiscal value in the U.S. construction industry? Studying and becoming proficient in Spanish is feasible, affordable, and can be accomplished at Cal Poly in conjunction with a Construction Management major. In a dynamic industry that values versatile employees, where communication is key to success, the capability of speaking Spanish is a substantial value-add in the workforce. Using qualitative and quantitative data analysis, it is concluded that individuals who possess English and Spanish-speaking abilities in the U.S. construction industry can expect a 3 percent wage premium when compared to English-only speakers. This study weighs the costs …

ปัจจัยที่ส่งผลต่อการยอมรับเทคโนโลยียานยนต์ไร้คนขับในกรุงเทพมหานครและปริมณฑล

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

ยานยนต์ไร้คนขับ (Autonomous Vehicles) เป็นเทคโนโลยีที่จะเกิดขึ้นในอนาคตอันใกล้นี้ โดยเทคโนโลยีนี้จะส่งเสริมการพัฒนาระบบคมนาคมขนส่งในเมืองที่สามารถเข้าถึงได้ทุกคน (Inclusive transport network) ซึ่งทำให้ผู้สูงอายุ ผู้พิการ และผู้ที่ไม่สามารถขับขี่รถยนต์ด้วยตนเองมีอิสระในการเดินทางมากยิ่งขึ้น งานวิจัยนี้มีวัตถุประสงค์เพื่อศึกษาปัจจัยที่จะส่งผลต่อการยอมรับเทคโนโลยีนี้ในประเทศไทย โดยศึกษาจากการสัมภาษณ์กลุ่มตัวอย่างจำนวน 450 คนจากประชากรที่อาศัยอยู่ในกรุงเทพมหานครและปริมณฑล งานวิจัยนี้ได้มุ่งเน้นไปที่ยานยนต์ไร้คนขับในระดับ 5 และทำการวิเคราะห์ผลโดยใช้กรอบแนวคิดแบบจำลองการยอมรับเทคโนโลยี (Technology Acceptance Model) ผลการศึกษาพบว่าว่าปัจจัยที่จะส่งผลต่อการยอมรับเทคโนโลยียานยนต์ไร้คนขับหรือความตั้งใจที่จะใช้เทคโนโลยีอย่างมีนัยสำคัญ ประกอบไปด้วยการรับรู้ถึงประโยชน์ , การรับรู้ถึงความง่ายในการใช้งาน, การรับรู้ความปลอดภัยและความเชื่อถือ โดยตัวแปรที่ส่งผลต่อการยอมรับเทคโนโลยีสูงสุดคือ ความเชื่อถือและการรับรู้ถึงความปลอดภัย ตามลำดับ

1976 Montreal Olympics: Case Study Of Project Management Failure, Norbert Delatte, Paul Bosela, Ashish Patel

Civil and Environmental Engineering Faculty Publications

A successful engineering project must include its timely and economic completion. A project management failure can lead to delays and cost overruns. One example of a project that greatly exceeded its projected budget is the construction of the multiple facilities for the 1976 Olympic Games in Montreal. These included the Olympic Stadium, a velodrome for bicycle events, and the Olympic Village to house the athletes. This case study reviews the circumstances of the cost increases and the design decisions and other circumstances that led to them. The difficulties were brought on by an unrealistic schedule to complete the facilities before …