Sep 1, 2003
This paper investigates the application of model-based control design techniques to distributed temperature control systems. Multivariable controllers are an essential part of modern-day rapid thermal processing (RTP) systems. We consider all aspects of the control...
Apr 17, 2002
All large structures are vulnerable to earthquake damage. Local failures or total collapse of such structures represent not only immediate concern for loss of life and repair costs, but also major economic impacts due to loss of service. Engineers are asked to use...
Jan 1, 2002
The Taiwan High Speed Railway is currently one of the world’s largest BOT infrastructure projects. Due for completion in 2003, the railway runs down the western side of Taiwan linking all the main centres of population. A major constraint on the design of the viaducts...
Apr 29, 2001
This paper presents the results of a detailed study of the batter pile-wharf deck connection at the Port of Oakland under their Wharf and Embankment Strengthening Program (WESP). It provides insight into the failure mechanisms of the designs studied and an evaluation...
Mar 6, 2001
The purpose of this paper is to present the Soil-Tunnel-Structure Interaction analysis performed for the “innovative” seismic retrofit of the Posey and Webster Street Tunnels located in the San Francisco Bay area. The tunnels are situated between two major faults, the...
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