Research of the Limit Function About Imperfection and the Approximately Calculating Method of the Internal Forces of Hyperbolic Cooling Tower
The authors use the finite elemental program, which made by themselves and makes use of finite element method with rotational shell, to calculate the deformation in hyperbolic cooling...

Algorithms for Efficient Real-time Traffic Assignment
Fast algorithms are essential to accomplish real-time traffic assignment for optimal routing or traffic prediction under ATMS/ATIS. User-equilibrium and system-optimal traffic assignment...

A Real-Time Expert System for Freeway Incident Management in Orange County, California
This paper discusses the development of a prototype, multi-user, networked, real-time knowledge-based expert system (KBES) to provide decision support to California Department of Transportation...

Computer Methods Used on Seismic Retrofit Projects
Over a relatively short period of about twenty years, personal computers (PC's) have replaced slide rules in most engineering calculations. PC's are now staple equipment in every engineering...

Modeling and Analysis of Shafts and Tunnels for the SSC
A brief overview of the Superconducting Super Collider Project (SSC) is presented followed by a discussion of the 3D modeling and finite element analysis of tunnels and shafts. The sequential...

Using Finite Element Analysis to Derive the Coefficient of Subgrade Reaction
The coefficient subgrade reaction is a concept used to generate spring constants which are commonly used to model the foundation subgrade in the analysis of mat foundations. This paper...

Developing an Integrated Database Structure for the Lifecycle of Precast Concrete Projects
This paper presents an integrated database structure for the storage and retrieval of information during the planning, design, manufacturing and construction of a structural precast concrete...

The Hybrid Solution Approach of ESBE
ESBE is the hybrid object-oriented expert system for the optimization of construction site layout. The task is the dimensioning and the arrangement of the individual construction site...

Modeling Facility Engineering Processes & Data Using the P-C Approach
A facility engineering process typically involves participants from different disciplines, several life-cycle phases, and many computer applications. In this paper, we propose the Primitive-Composite...

An Entity Relationship Model of Construction Project Data
The purpose of this paper is to demonstrate the results of applying techniques of information systems development to an application area that is diverse and complex but which is exploring...

An Automated Database System for Construction Bidding
A number of probability-based bidding models have been developed to assist a contractor in preparing bids that improve chances of winning over the competition. Models based on utility...

Adaptive, Multi-Resolution Modeling of Construction Plans
The process of developing a construction plan is complex, taking many considerations and constraints into account. In contrast, the CPM paradigm of planning allows only the results of...

An Effective Estimate of the Percentage Completion of Construction Projects and Concomitant Progress Payments
This paper will discuss the methods of assistance to contractors in visualizing the effects of variations in the quantities of their work and how to obtain such information effectively....

Filing of Construction Photos Linked with Database
In order to raise the added value of construction information, a filing system of construction pictures is built up and is used theoretically linked with a database. Here, conditions set...

Tutorial: Fuzzy Expert Systems
This extended abstract presents a brief introduction to a tutorial on fuzzy expert systems. The precepts of set theory and classical predicate logic are briefly reviewed to provide a foundation...

GIS Applications in Urban Roadway Management Systems
The urban roadway network is a major component of any municipal infrastructure system. Effective management with systems methodology can greatly increase the service life of these facilities...

Design Information Hierarchy for Construction Method Selection Process
The Construction Project Planning (CPP) stage is a critical stage for the success of a construction project. This stage lays the framework upon which most of the construction decisions...

Optimum Design Software Package for Shortening Civil Engineering Construction Period
The optimum software package for engineering network has adopted a coverage technology to facilitate an analysis of large-sized projects. This package has the following functions: (1)...

Construction Enterprise Management Computer-Aided Diagnosis Technique
Due to the problem existed in the traditional management consulting of construction enterprise, the author has developed the MCAD (Management Computer-aided Diagnosis) technology which...

Quality Control and Constructability of Slabs on Grade With Expert Systems
Constructability and quality control problems associated with the construction of slabs on grade are many. They vary from problems associated with cracking, scaling, dusting and spalling,...

 

 

 

 

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