This paper concerns the dynamics of non-expansive maps on strictly convex finite dimensional normed spaces. By using results of Edelstein and Lyubich, we show that if X = (R, ‖ · ‖) is strictly convex and X has no 1-complemented Euclidean plane, then every bounded orbit of a non-expansive map f : X → X , converges to a periodic orbit. By putting extra assumptions on the derivatives of the norm,...

The geotechnical behaviour of expansive clay soils is investigated by looking into the geomorphologic, geological and climatic conditions and mineralogical composition of the soils in the study area. The geotechnical results are linked with the performance of the foundation as well as structures. Since swell potential and swell pressure are key properties of expansive soils, the swell parameter...