The objective of this study is to compare conventional models used for estimating the load carrying capacity reinforced concrete (RC) members, i.e., Current Design Codes (CDCs), with method based on different assumptions, Compressive Force Path (CFP) and a non-conventional problem solver, an Artificial Neural Network (ANN). For purpose, four databases details critical parameters (i) RC beams in...

In this paper, we first study the conversion of weighted two-way automata to one-way automata. We show that this conversion preserves the unambiguity but does not preserve the determinism. Yet, we prove that the conversion of an unambiguous weighted one-way automaton into a two-way automaton leads to a deterministic two-way automaton. As a consequence, we prove that unambiguous weighted two-way...

Resistive companion (RC) modeling is an easy-to-use approach for electric circuit simulations. With a RC numerical solver, simulations of complex electric systems can be achieved based on RC models. In this study, the construction of RC battery models is investigated. A general battery model and a nickel±metal hydride cell model have been built. Simulations of RC battery models on virtual test ...

Lattice girder slab (LGS) is a precast composite that serves as an alternative to conventional concrete-in-place (CIP) slabs. The load-bearing capacity of joints for the LGSs essential large-span slabs with constructions, while limited connections could achieve both free-of-formwork construction and higher flexural bearing capacity. In order enhance behavior joints, straight bar lapping connect...

In this paper, a new robust metaheuristic optimization algorithm called improved time evolutionary optimization (ITEO) is applied to design reinforced concrete one-way ribbed slabs. Geometric and strength characteristics of concrete slabs are considered as design variables. The optimal design is such that in addition to achieving the minimum cost, all design constraints are satisfied under Amer...

Abstract As an optimization that starts from a randomly selected structure generally does not guarantee reasonable optimality, the use of systemic approach, named ground structure, is widely accepted in steel-made truss and frame structural design. However, case reinforced concrete (RC) optimization, because orthogonal orientation members, chosen or architect-sketched framing used. Such one-tim...

Concrete is brittle; hence, it incredibly likely that concrete buildings may fail in both local and global ways under dynamic impulsive stresses. An extensive review investigation was carried out to examine reinforced (RC) slab behavior low-velocity impact loading. Significant past research studies dealt with experimental numerical simulations analytical modeling of the RC slabs loading have be...

On every n-long input, every two-way finite automaton (fa) can reverse its input head O(n) times before halting. A fawith few reversals is an automaton where this number is only o(n). For every h, we exhibit a language that can be recognized by an h-state nondeterministic fa with few reversals, but requires Ω(2) states on every deterministic fa with few reversals.