I structurally estimate an incomplete markets life-cycle model with endogenous labor supply using data on the joint distribution of wages, hours, and consumption. The model is successful at matching the evolution of both the first and second moments of the data over the life cycle. The key challenge for the model is to generate declining inequality in annual hours worked over the first half of ...

Meetup is online social networking portal that facilitates offline group meetings. Since 2001, there have been over 500,000 groups created on meetup, with totally over 9.3 million users registered, over 15.2 million events organized. It has witnessed a booming growth during recent years. However, among all the groups created, only part of them can stay active and vibrant for a long time while o...

Abstract Geotechnical engineering work contributes to the total environmental impact and monetary cost occurring from construction sector. Decisions made regarding geotechnical aspects have a profound effect on of structure during its life cycle. Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) Cost Analysis (LCCA) are established methods for assessing impacts works. This paper presents results literature review 56...

Abstract A very important task to improve the sustainability of existing structures is extend their service life especially in terms resource conservation and sustainability. Therefore, assessment required safety level an structure are particular importance (condition monitoring). This contribution focusses on how data from established inspection monitoring approaches essential examines more ad...