The wire reinforced cementitious matrix (WRCM) was used to improve the in-plane and out-of-plane performance of weak masonry assemblages. Six different types WRCMs were strengthen small-size assemblages understand role various parameters such as tensile strength welded mesh, compressive in influencing efficiency strengthening scheme. An experimental program consisting diagonal compression four-...

This investigation aimed at studying a novel strengthening method using ribbed memory-steel bars by means of quasi-static load experiments and computational modelling large-scale concrete members in flexure. The first part the study focussed on strain activated non-activated measured with distributed fibre optic measurement system during external loading strengthened slabs. In second part, cros...

We report a case of a morbidly obese 32-year-old man presenting with acanthosis nigricans in the setting of Duke's B adenocarcinoma of the hepatic flexure.

In this paper, static performance of square concrete-filled double-skin steel tube (CFDST) chord to hollow section (SHS) brace T-joints are investigated through experimental and numerical studies. Twelve specimens, including 8 with CFDST chord, 2 (CFST) SHS as counterparts, were tested under continuously increasing compressive force on the concentric compression load applied simultaneously chor...

I t has been demonstrated that strychninization in Asterias is followed by extreme dorsal flexure of the rays and consequent inability to make righting movements ~ (Figs. 1, 2, and 3). This "spasm" position of the rays is accelerated and accentuated by sensory stimulation. In order to determine the location of the muscles which cause this action, the dorsal, myodermal sheath is cut from all fiv...

In order to reach a micrometer accuracy, a suitable model of a space telescope needs to be developed and validated through calibration. Since high velocity is not required in such an application, the dynamic effects can be neglected and only geometric and/or static calibration has to be considered. Moreover, measurements for calibration are performed in a clean room under controlled pressure, t...