This paper presents methods for estimating the load-bearing capacity of reinforced concrete (RC) structures subjected to impact loading by rigid and deformable projectiles. For rigid projectiles, selected empirical approaches for determining the...
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Damage diagnosis is a fundamental task in structural health monitoring (SHM). In this study, a statistical, sensitivity-based localisation approach is employed, where a residual vector is computed from vibration measurements in reference and damaged...
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The Quality Certification for Sustainable Buildings (QNG) is an assessment tool developed in Germany to systematically record and document the sustainability of construction projects. The QNG is based on a holistic view of building quality and takes...
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This paper deals with the experimental and numerical analysis of bentonite-modified bedding materials for underground power cables. Efficient dissipation of cable heat into the surrounding soil is essential to ensure that underground power cables...