An elastic analysis of restrained slab strips shows that membrane action enhances serviceability behaviour. However, the enhancement is not as great as for strength and serviceability is critical when membrane action is considered in design. A relatively simple form of non-linear firiite element analysis is developed which is able to model bridge deck behaviour allowing for membrane action. Thi...

Abstract The paper presents an experimental program carried out to check the load bearing capacity of a steel fibre reinforced concrete (SFRC) floor in northern Italy. extensive mechanical characterization focused on suitability 3 non-standardized test methods for quality control and tensile constitutive curve assessment was performed, this consisting of: uniaxial (UTT), double edge wedge split...

In the present paper, interference effects on bearing capacity of two and three closely spaced strip footings resting granular bed overlying clay are being studied. A simple analytical model is proposed to predict load-carrying factor an interfered footing, when adjacent optimally placed surface a Granular Bed (GB) both simultaneously loaded. punching shear failure mechanism envisaged in model....

Melanoma is a common, potentially deadly disease but is curable if caught early. A specimen of a pigmented lesion must capture the entire width and depth of the lesion to evaluate the lesion's size, symmetry, and circumscription. Saucerization shaving, punching, and excision biopsy are 3 techniques that can be used to achieve a satisfactory specimen. Physicians should have a low threshold to bi...

Honeycomb core panels are commonly used in industry as lightweight structures. However, because the bond between face plate and regular hexagonal is weak, there strength problems, such heat shear loads. In this study, a new cubic panel was developed an alternative to honeycomb panel. Unlike conventional panels, cores can be processed from single flat by punching bending. Through square contact ...

This study has two main aims; firstly, investigating the behavior of slabs that are strengthened with different types reinforcements and Slurry-Infiltrated Mat Concrete (SIMCON) laminates, having dimensions thicknesses subjected to static dynamic (impact) loads. Secondly, development a non-linear finite element (FE) model simulate tested utilizing ABAQUS/Standard package. The modeling NSC eithe...