This paper deals with the implementation of an efficient Arbitrary Lagrangian Eulerian (ALE) formulation for the three dimensional finite element modeling of mode I self-similar dynamic fracture process. Contrary to the remeshing technique, the presented algorithm can continuously advance the crack with the one mesh topology. The uncoupled approach is employed to treat the equations. So, each t...

Two different designs of analog correlators for radiometry are compared in this paper. A continuum correlator based on a microwave nonlinear device is a simple and inexpensive way to detect wide-band polarized signals. Analysis and extensive measurements including linearity, dynamic range, amplitude response, phase balance, and stability are presented, and the suitability of the designs for mic...

This paper discusses and contrasts different approaches to the construction of dynamic model> containing unobservables. It is argued that some analysis is easy IO cam out wing Dynamic Factor Analysis (DFA). a frequency domain technique, while other analysis is easier to carry clut in the context of a Dynamic Multiple Indicator-Multiple Cause Model (DYMIMIC), a time domain technique. An example ...

The determination of structural and nonstructural damage under earthquake excitations is usually considered as a key factor in performance-based seismic design (PBSD) methods is In this regard, various damage indices have been developed in recent years to quantitatively estimate structural damage. The aim of this study is to develop a simple method to evaluate performance levels of zipper-brace...