Smart construction is gaining attention as a solution to improve the construction industry’s productivity and safety problems. Although there have been many actions to activate the utilization of smart construction technologies, their …

Decontamination of the radiological pollutants takes a flagship role in the environmental restoration. It improves safety and minimizes the cost of the advanced activities. Therefore, this study was conducted to investigate the performance of …

Artificial Intelligence (AI) techniques, such as Artificial Neural Networks (ANN) and Adaptive Neuro-Fuzzy Inference Systems (ANFIS), and dimensional analysis-based empirical equations (DAEEs), can estimate scour depth around bridge piers. AI’s …

In this study, the three-dimensional numerical model of a reinforced concrete (RC) structure considering the in-plane and out-of-plane (IP-OOP) interactions of infill masonry wall was established using the OpenSees platform. The damage …

An innovative approach is introduced to ensure tunnel construction safety and determine the minimum safety thickness under filled-type karst cave conditions. Firstly, a computational model is developed with the assumption that the filling medium …

The safety of electric scooters (e-scooters) are issued frequently. Because of the structure of the e-scooter, it is highly affected by the road environment owing to its small wheels; therefore, most e-scooters fall down alone. Therefore, we aim …

To address the problem of reliability calculation for long-span suspension bridge towers under the combined time-varying effects of random vehicle flow and deterioration of resistance, this paper examines the load response characteristics and …

Common problems in horizontal grouting engineering projects that it is difficult to evaluate the grouting slurry diffusion range due to theoretical limitations. Here we report a novel experimental design that investigates the influence of grouting …

To carry out digital and intelligent research on structural safety assessment methods for rail transport infrastructure, which has an essential impact on the maintenance and management of rail transport infrastructure. This study selects 22 risk …

In recent years, safety innovation has brought potential benefits to the sustainable development of building industries. However, safety innovation is still limited owing to a limited understanding of technology capabilities and associated …

The presence of faults can significantly impact the propagation and evolution of stress waves, making it crucial to study them for seismic safety designs of underground tunnels. In this paper, the propagation mechanism of stress waves across …

Zengwen Reservoir, the largest water resource in Taiwan, has been seriously impacted by sedimentation, contributed mainly by typhoon floods. Therefore, it is chosen as a case study to investigate the effectiveness of an integrated reservoir …

Problem-solving in geotechnical engineering requires multiple types of laboratory tests, which may utilize static or dynamic methods. During dynamic tests, whether using a centrifuge in NG or a shaking table in 1G, a soil container is always …

The heterogeneous constitution of municipal solid waste and problems associated with the prediction of the stability of landfills require an in-situ assessment of mechanical properties. Dynamic cone penetration (DCP) tests were conducted in-situ …

Punching shear failure of flat slabs is a critical safety issue since it may occur without any prior signs of damage. Welded shear reinforcement fabricated by longitudinal chords and diagonal webs is proposed as a novel type of shear reinforcement …

The primary contribution of this paper is to identify the optimal cross-section size and span diameter for large-grained hydraulic asphalt concrete materials in trabecular bending tests. First, three-point bending tests were conducted on asphalt …

Based on a deep excavation engineering in Qingdao, which is one of the largest or deepest soil-rock combination excavations in China, the design parameters and calculation results are given for excavation retaining and protection. The excavation …

Low-temperature concrete pouring on dams causes sudden temperature drops on the surface of the previously poured concrete, thus inducing thermal cracks. In this study, a field test and a numerical calculation were performed on the temperature drop …

Liquefaction-induced settlement of shallow foundations is the result of bearing capacity failure in undrained conditions and sedimentary settlement during the post-liquefaction process. The bearing capacity of a shallow foundation is highly …