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An enhanced environmental multimedia modeling system based on fuzzy-set approach: I.

Chesheng ZHAN,Rongrong ZHANG,Xiaomeng SONG,Baolin LIU

Frontiers of Environmental Science & Engineering 2015, Volume 9, Issue 3,   Pages 494-505 doi: 10.1007/s11783-013-0609-x

Abstract: Multimedia environmental modeling is extremely complex due to the intricacy of the systems with the considerationTraditional environmental multimedia models (EMMs) are usually based on one-dimensional and first-orderIn this study, a new user-friendly fuzzy-set enhanced environmental multimedia modeling system (FEEMMSachieved through dynamically quantifying the intermedia mass flux; incorporating fuzzy-set approach into environmentalmultimedia modeling system (EMMS); and designing a user-friendly graphic user interface (GUI).

Keywords： environmental multimedia modelling     fuzzy-set approach     theoretical framework     environmental protection    

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An enhanced environmental multimedia modeling system based on fuzzy-set approach: II.

Rongrong ZHANG,Chesheng ZHAN,Xiaomeng SONG,Baolin LIU

Frontiers of Environmental Science & Engineering 2015, Volume 9, Issue 6,   Pages 1025-1035 doi: 10.1007/s11783-014-0655-z

Abstract: Part I of this study develops an enhanced environmental multimedia modeling system (EMMS) based on fuzzy-setThe modules of EMMS could support the entire environmental multimedia modeling system.with the aid of fuzzy-set approach, EMMS can be a reliable and powerful tool to address the complex environmentalmultimedia pollution problems and provide an extensive support for decision makers in managing the contaminatedenvironmental systems.

Keywords： environmental multimedia modelling system     fuzzy-set approach     application     model validation     uncertainty    

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Understanding coupled factors that affect the modelling accuracy of typical planar compliant mechanisms

Guangbo HAO,Haiyang LI,Suzen KEMALCAN,Guimin CHEN,Jingjun YU

Frontiers of Mechanical Engineering 2016, Volume 11, Issue 2,   Pages 129-134 doi: 10.1007/s11465-016-0392-z

Abstract: equivalent modulus using nonlinear finite element analysis (FEA) to reflect coupled factors in affecting the modelling

Keywords： coupling factors     modelling accuracy     compliant mechanisms     equivalent modulus    

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3D fracture modelling and limit state analysis of prestressed composite concrete pipes

Pengfei HE, Yang SHEN, Yun GU, Pangyong SHEN

Frontiers of Structural and Civil Engineering 2019, Volume 13, Issue 1,   Pages 165-175 doi: 10.1007/s11709-018-0484-4

Abstract: In this manuscript, we study fracture of prestressed cylindrical concrete pipes. Such concrete pipes play a major role in tunneling and underground engineering. The structure is modelled fully in 3D using three-dimensional continuum elements for the concrete structure which beam elements are employed to model the reinforcement. This allows the method to capture important phenomena compared to a pure shell model of concrete. A continuous approach to fracture is chosen when concrete is subjected to compressive loading while a combined continuous-discrete fracture method is employed in tension. The model is validated through comparisons with experimental data.

Keywords： cylindrical concrete structures     limit state analysis     3D fracture modelling     prestressed composite pipes    

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ANN-based empirical modelling of pile behaviour under static compressive loading

Abdussamad ISMAIL

Frontiers of Structural and Civil Engineering 2018, Volume 12, Issue 4,   Pages 594-608 doi: 10.1007/s11709-017-0446-2

Abstract: Artificial neural networks have been widely used over the past two decades to successfully develop empirical models for a variety of geotechnical problems. In this paper, an empirical model based on the product-unit neural network (PUNN) is developed to predict the load-deformation behaviour of piles based SPT values of the supporting soil. Other parameters used as inputs include particle grading, pile geometry, method of installation as well as the elastic modulus of the pile material. The model is trained using full-scale pile loading tests data retrieved from FHWA deep foundations database. From the results obtained, it is observed that the proposed model gives a better simulation of pile load-deformation curves compared to the Fleming’s hyperbolic model and t-z approach.

Keywords： piles in compression     load-deformation behaviour     product-unit neural network    

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Kinetic-compartmental modelling of potassium-containing cellulose feedstock gasification

Attila Egedy, Lívia Gyurik, Tamás Varga, Jun Zou, Norbert Miskolczi, Haiping Yang

Frontiers of Chemical Science and Engineering 2018, Volume 12, Issue 4,   Pages 708-717 doi: 10.1007/s11705-018-1767-y

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Biomass is of growing interest as a secondary energy source and can be converted to fuels with higher energy density especially by pyrolysis or gasification. Understanding the mechanism and the kinetics of biomass pyrolysis (thermal decomposition) and gasification (conversion of organic material to gases) could be the key to the design of industrial devices capable of processing vast amounts of biomass feedstock. In our work real product components obtained in pyrolysis were took into consideration as well as char and oil as lumped components, and the kinetic constants for a biomass model compound (cellulose) pyrolysis and gasification were identified based on a proposed simplified reaction mechanism within a compartment model structure. A laboratory scale reactor was used for the physical experiments containing consecutive fast pyrolysis and gasification stages using alkali metal (K) containing feedstock, which has a significant effect on the cellulose pyrolysis and gasification. The detailed model was implemented in MATLAB/Simulink environment, and the unknown kinetic parameters were identified based on experimental data. The model was validated based on measurement data, and a good agreement was found. Based on the validated first principle model the optimal parameters were determined as 0.15 mL/min steam flow rate, and 4% K content.

Keywords： biomass pyrolysis     kinetic parameter identification     compartment modelling     optimisation    

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Joint slip investigation based on finite element modelling verified by experimental results on wind turbine

Saleh YAGHOOBI, Ahmad SHOOSHTARI

Frontiers of Structural and Civil Engineering 2018, Volume 12, Issue 3,   Pages 341-351 doi: 10.1007/s11709-017-0393-y

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Slippage corresponds to the relative displacement of a bolted joint subjected to shear loads since the construction clearance between the bolt shank and the bolthole at assembly can cause joint slip. Deflections of towers with joint slippage effects is up to 1.9 times greater than the displacements obtained by linear analytical methods. In this study, 8 different types of joints are modelled and studied in the finite element program, and the results are verified by the experimental results which have been done in the laboratory. Moreover, several types of joints have been modelled and studied and load-deformation curves have also been presented. Finally, joint slip data for different types of angles, bolt diameter and bolt arrangements are generated. Thereupon, damping ratios (z) for different types of connections are reported. The study can be useful to help in designing of wind turbine towers with a higher level of accuracy and safety.

Keywords： Joint slip     cyclic loading     Finite element modelling     Experimental joint behavior     damping ratios (   

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Multimedia distribution and health risk assessment of typical organic pollutants in a retired industrial

Frontiers of Environmental Science & Engineering 2023, Volume 17, Issue 11, doi: 10.1007/s11783-023-1742-9

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● A fine portrayal of organic pollutants in a retired industrial park is provided.

Keywords： Organic pollutants     Retired industrial park     Spatial correlation     Health risk assessment    

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Numerical modelling of reinforced concrete flexural members strengthened using textile reinforced mortars

Frontiers of Structural and Civil Engineering 2023, Volume 17, Issue 4,   Pages 649-668 doi: 10.1007/s11709-023-0919-4

Abstract: Externally bonded (EB) and near-surface mounted (NSM) bonding are two widely adopted and researched strengthening methods for reinforced-concrete structures. EB composite substrates are easy to reach and repair using appropriate surface treatments, whereas NSM techniques can be easily applied to the soffit and concrete member sides. The EB bonded fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) technique has a significant drawback: combustibility, which calls for external protective agents, and textile reinforced mortar (TRM), a class of EB composites that is non-combustible and provides a similar functionality to any EB FRP-strengthened substrate. This study employs a finite element analysis technique to investigate the failing failure of carbon textile reinforced mortar (CTRM)-strengthened reinforced concrete beams. The principal objective of this numerical study was to develop a finite element model and validate a set of experimental data in existing literature. A set of seven beams was modelled and calibrated to obtain concrete damage plasticity (CDP) parameters. The predicted results, which were in the form of load versus deflection, load versus rebar strain, tensile damage, and compressive damage patterns, were in good agreement with the experimental data. Moreover, a parametric study was conducted to verify the applicability of the numerical model and study various influencing factors such as the concrete strength, internal reinforcement, textile roving spacing, and externally-applied load span. The ultimate load and deflection of the predicted finite element results had a coefficient of variation (COV) of 6.02% and 5.7%, respectively. A strain-based numerical comparison with known methods was then conducted to investigate the debonding mechanism. The developed finite element model can be applied and tailored further to explore similar TRM-strengthened beams undergoing debonding, and the preventive measures can be sought to avoid premature debonding.

Keywords： fiber reinforced polymer     textile reinforced mortar     finite element analysis     concrete damage plasticity     calibration and validation     parametric study    

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Dynamic modelling and simulation of a post-combustion CO capture process for coal-fired power plants

Frontiers of Chemical Science and Engineering 2022, Volume 16, Issue 2,   Pages 198-209 doi: 10.1007/s11705-021-2057-7

Abstract: Modelling and simulation provide a low-cost opportunity to evaluate performances and guide flexible operation

Keywords： CO2 capture     post-combustion capture     simulation     dominant factor    

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Modeling of shear walls using finite shear connector elements based on continuum plasticity

Ulf Arne GIRHAMMAR, Per Johan GUSTAFSSON, Bo KÄLLSNER

Frontiers of Structural and Civil Engineering 2017, Volume 11, Issue 2,   Pages 143-157 doi: 10.1007/s11709-016-0377-3

Abstract: Light-frame timber buildings are often stabilized against lateral loads by using diaphragm action of roofs, floors and walls. The mechanical behavior of the sheathing-to-framing joints has a significant impact on the structural performance of shear walls. Most sheathing-to-framing joints show nonlinear load-displacement characteristics with plastic behavior. This paper is focused on the finite element modeling of shear walls. The purpose is to present a new shear connector element based on the theory of continuum plasticity. The incremental load-displacement relationship is derived based on the elastic-plastic stiffness tensor including the elastic stiffness tensor, the plastic modulus, a function representing the yield criterion and a hardening rule, and function representing the plastic potential. The plastic properties are determined from experimental results obtained from testing actual connections. Load-displacement curves for shear walls are calculated using the shear connector model and they are compared with experimental and other computational results. Also, the ultimate horizontal load-carrying capacity is compared to results obtained by an analytical plastic design method. Good agreements are found.

Keywords： shear walls     wall diaphragms     finite element modelling     plastic shear connector     analytical modelling     experimental    

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Multi-level cross-layer protocol for end-to-end delay provisioning in wireless multimedia sensor networks Regular Papers-Research Articles

Hossein HADADIAN NEJAD YOUSEFI, Yousef SEIFI KAVIAN, Alimorad MAHMOUDI

Frontiers of Information Technology & Electronic Engineering 2019, Volume 20, Issue 9,   Pages 1266-1276 doi: 10.1631/FITEE.1700855

Abstract: information and communication technology in recent years have posed a significant challenge in wireless multimediaEnd-to-end delay and reliability are the critical issues in multimedia applications of sensor networks

Keywords： Wireless multimedia sensor networks     Cross layering     Time to live     End-to-end delay     Quality of service    

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An overview of the environmental finance policies in China: retrofitting an integrated mechanism forenvironmental management

LI Wei,HU Mengze

Frontiers of Environmental Science & Engineering 2014, Volume 8, Issue 3,   Pages 316-328 doi: 10.1007/s11783-014-0625-5

Abstract: Considering the significant roles of the policies in developing environmental finance, an overview isconducted on the environmental finance policies (EFPs) in China.The policies have played a critical role in leading to a rapid development in environmental finance byinvolving more financial instruments to accomplish the objective-led environmental plans.To further strengthen the effectiveness of EFPs in facilitating environmental management, recommendations

Keywords： environmental finance policy     integrated mechanism     phased evolution     implementation progress     financialinstitution     environmental management    

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Modeling limit force capacities of high force to volume lead extrusion dampers

Frontiers of Structural and Civil Engineering 2021, Volume 15, Issue 3,   Pages 609-622 doi: 10.1007/s11709-021-0724-x

Abstract: Lead extrusion dampers are supplemental energy-dissipation devices that are used to mitigate seismic structural damage. Small volumetric sizes and high force capacities define high-force-to-volume (HF2V) devices, which can absorb significant response energy without sacrificial damage. However, the design of such devices for specific force capacities has proven difficult based on the complexities of their internal reaction mechanisms, leading to the adoption of empirical approaches. This study developed upper- and lower-bound force capacity estimates from analytical mechanics based on direct and indirect metal extrusion for guiding design. The derived equations are strictly functions of HF2V device geometric parameters, lead material properties, and extrusion mechanics. The upper-bound estimates from direct and indirect extrusion are denoted as (FUB,1, FUB,2) and (FUB,3, FUB,4), respectively, and the lower-bound estimates are denoted as (FLB, FLB,1) based on the combination of extrusion and friction forces. The proposed models were validated by comparing the predicted bounds to experimental force capacity data from 15 experimental HF2V device tests. The experimental device forces all lie above the lower-bound estimates (FLB, FLB,1) and below the upper-bound estimates (FUB,1, FUB,2, FUB,4). Overall, the (FLB, FUB,2) pair provides wider bounds and the (FLB,1, FUB,4/FUB,1) pair provides narrower bounds. The (FLB,1, FUB,1) pair has a mean lower-bound gap of 36%, meaning the lower bound was 74% of the actual device force on average. The mean upper-bound gap was 33%. The bulge area and cylinder diameter of HF2V devices are key parameters affecting device forces. These relatively tight bounds provide useful mechanics-based predictive design guides for ensuring that device forces are within the targeted design range after manufacturing.

Keywords： extrusion     lead dampers     upper and lower bound     analytical modelling     limit force    

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Multi-scale investigation of active failure for various modes of wall movement

Frontiers of Structural and Civil Engineering 2021, Volume 15, Issue 4,   Pages 961-979 doi: 10.1007/s11709-021-0738-4

Abstract: Retained backfill response to wall movement depends on factors that range from boundary conditions to the geometrical characteristic of individual particles. Hence, mechanical understanding of the problem warrants multi-scale analyses that investigate reciprocal relationships between macro and micro effects. Accordingly, this study attempts a multi-scale examination of failure evolution in cohesionless backfills. Therefore, the transition of retained backfills from at-rest condition to the active state is modeled using the discrete element method (DEM). DEM allows conducting virtual experiments, with which the variation of particle and boundary properties is straightforward. Hence, various modes of wall movement (translation and rotation) toward the active state are modeled using two different backfills with distinct particle shapes (spherical and nonspherical) under varying surcharge. For each model, cumulative rotations of single particles are tracked, and the results are used to analyze the evolution of shear bands and their geometric characteristics. Moreover, dependencies of lateral pressure coefficients and coordination numbers, as respective macro and micro behavior indicators, on particle shape, boundary conditions, and surcharge levels are investigated. Additionally, contact force networks are visually determined, and their influences on pressure distribution and deformation mechanisms are discussed with reference to the associated modes of wall movement and particle shapes.

Keywords： discrete-element modelling     granular materials     retaining walls     particle shape     arching    

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An enhanced environmental multimedia modeling system based on fuzzy-set approach: I.

Chesheng ZHAN,Rongrong ZHANG,Xiaomeng SONG,Baolin LIU

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An enhanced environmental multimedia modeling system based on fuzzy-set approach: II.

Rongrong ZHANG,Chesheng ZHAN,Xiaomeng SONG,Baolin LIU

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Understanding coupled factors that affect the modelling accuracy of typical planar compliant mechanisms

Guangbo HAO,Haiyang LI,Suzen KEMALCAN,Guimin CHEN,Jingjun YU

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3D fracture modelling and limit state analysis of prestressed composite concrete pipes

Pengfei HE, Yang SHEN, Yun GU, Pangyong SHEN

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ANN-based empirical modelling of pile behaviour under static compressive loading

Abdussamad ISMAIL

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Kinetic-compartmental modelling of potassium-containing cellulose feedstock gasification

Attila Egedy, Lívia Gyurik, Tamás Varga, Jun Zou, Norbert Miskolczi, Haiping Yang

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Joint slip investigation based on finite element modelling verified by experimental results on wind turbine

Saleh YAGHOOBI, Ahmad SHOOSHTARI

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Multimedia distribution and health risk assessment of typical organic pollutants in a retired industrial

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Numerical modelling of reinforced concrete flexural members strengthened using textile reinforced mortars

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Dynamic modelling and simulation of a post-combustion CO capture process for coal-fired power plants

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Modeling of shear walls using finite shear connector elements based on continuum plasticity

Ulf Arne GIRHAMMAR, Per Johan GUSTAFSSON, Bo KÄLLSNER

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Multi-level cross-layer protocol for end-to-end delay provisioning in wireless multimedia sensor networks

Hossein HADADIAN NEJAD YOUSEFI, Yousef SEIFI KAVIAN, Alimorad MAHMOUDI

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An overview of the environmental finance policies in China: retrofitting an integrated mechanism forenvironmental management

LI Wei,HU Mengze

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Modeling limit force capacities of high force to volume lead extrusion dampers

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Multi-scale investigation of active failure for various modes of wall movement

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