A new bridge construction method, combining semi-precast elements and in situ concrete, has been developed at TU Wien, with the aim of decreasing erection time. In course using this structural conditions arise that render a more detailed investigation necessary. By connecting precast, thin-walled box girder to segment located on pier by means post-tensioning, joint is created. casting concrete ...

The seismic performance of a structural frame system can be enhanced by strengthening the RC beams’ critical zones. In this paper is presented an experimental study on improvement beam behaviour, subjected to alternative cyclic procedure which considers gravity loads reflecting real demands zone. Two solutions are presented: unbounded post-tension (PT) tendon increase resistance and limit resid...

The development of strong and stiff lateral load-resisting systems (LLRS) is essential for mid-rise high-rise timber buildings. On the other hand, within a seismic design philosophy, strength/stiffness ductility/drift capacity typically appear as opposite target parameters, depending on acceptable level damage. For improved stiffness strength, core-wall tubular structural forms commonly are use...

Abstract Bourdieu's notion of habitus is considered an important conceptual tool that helps to understand the dynamics social relations mediated by external and subjective conditioning. The article aims discuss concept in order present "gender habitus" as a way problematize understanding social/educational relations. We bibliographic review part feminist literature articulate Bordieu's thought ...

Hybrid Coupled Wall (HCW) systems consist of reinforced concrete walls connected with steel coupling beams. HCWs benefit from the superior lateral stiffness walls, while mechanism reduces moment demand at base walls. The present study investigates seismic performance a new HCW system equipped friction-damped self-centering beams and examines efficiency in reducing residual deformations. intende...

OBJECTIVES To quantify the changes in the strength of nasal tip support associated with various surgical modifications and to identify the procedures that best maintain or augment tip support. DESIGN Case study in 2 phases. Phase 1 included 10 patients undergoing primary rhinoplasty, 5 undergoing secondary rhinoplasty, and 5 control patients. Fresh cadavers were used in phase 2. A purpose-bui...

The purpose of this study was to investigate how three types of emotional tension levels affect performance of a cognitive task. Ten university male (age 25.7 ±1.5) and ten female (age 24.5 ±1.8) students participated in this experiment. We used a 3-back task as a cognitive task. Using pictures selected from a group test, three types of tension levels, i.e. tensed, neutral, and relaxed emotions...