Results 121 to 130 of about 53,092 (296)

English across the four nations: A ‘home international’ comparison of secondary English curricula in the UK

open access: yesThe Curriculum Journal, EarlyView.
Abstract Every child across the UK is expected to study English until the age of 16. The subject is understood to be a core and foundational element of pupils' curriculum entitlement across their school lives, and success in English is a key determinant for influencing individuals' future trajectories, and for impacting wider economic and social ...
Rebecca Morris, Wendy Ramku
wiley   +1 more source

Research and Evaluation of Lithuanian Asphalt Concrete Road Pavements Reinforced by Geosynthetics

open access: yesThe Baltic Journal of Road and Bridge Engineering, 2006
The paper focuses on the main functions of geosynthetics in asphalt concrete structures; it also offers results of the research into asphalt concrete pavements reinforced by geosynthetics.
Alfredas Laurinavičius   +2 more
doaj  

Statistical framework for condensation frosting incipience on smooth and nanostructured surfaces

open access: yesDroplet, EarlyView.
A statistical framework for frost incipience that considers the effect of surface wettability and captures the stochastic nature of both nucleation dynamics for condensation and droplet growth during the subsequent freezing process. Abstract Frost and ice formation on a solid surface is governed by nanoscale liquid‒solid intermolecular interactions ...
Jiazheng Liu   +8 more
wiley   +1 more source

Mitigation technologies for counteracting the UHI effects and for improving outdoor thermal comfort in mediterranean urban open spaces: a study of vegetation and cool materials effects on pedestrian comfort in Rome [PDF]

open access: yes, 2017
The present study investigates the influence of building materials, traditional as well as innovative, and vegetated urban surfaces on the urban microclimate and on pedestrian outdoor thermal comfort in a typical Mediterranean city: Rome.
Battisti, A., Laureti, F.
core  

A review on rockburst prediction and prevention to shape an ontology‐based framework for better decision‐making for underground excavations

open access: yesDeep Underground Science and Engineering, EarlyView.
A scientometric analysis of 2449 journal articles and a comprehensive review of 336 papers were conducted, discussing and identifying challenges and research gaps in rockburst prediction and prevention and proposing an ontology‐based framework for better decision‐making in underground excavations. Abstract With underground engineering projects becoming
Hongchuan Yan   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

EFFECT OF LDPE RAW MATERIAL ON STRENGTH, CORROSION AND SORPTIVITY OF CONCRETE [PDF]

open access: yesJournal of Engineering Science and Technology, 2015
Many researchers focused on effect of Low Density Poly Ethylene (LDPE) on bituminous pavements or concrete to modify the strength and ductility in view of reusing the abundant quantity of non-degradable LDPE material available. It also reduces the use of
R. MANIKANDRAN   +2 more
doaj  

Characterization of Asphalt Treated Base Course Material [PDF]

open access: yes, 2010
INE/AUTC 11 ...
Li, Peng, Liu, Juanyu
core  

Semi‐analytical solution for the stability of deep vertical shaft considering time‐dependent rock‐structure interaction

open access: yesDeep Underground Science and Engineering, EarlyView.
A novel cavity contraction solution and multilayer shaft wall model were developed to analyze deep shaft stability, considering rock viscosity, support structures, and water pressure, with successful validation through a Hulusu Coal Mine case study.
Bin Chen   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Bumpy Roads Ahead: America's Roughest Rides and Strategies to Make our Roads Smoother [PDF]

open access: yes, 2013
These days, potholes and pavement deterioration make it a challenge to keep the wheel steady on America's roads and highways. More than a quarter of the nation's major urban roadways -- highways and major streets that are the main routes for commuters ...

core  

Strengthening urban resilience in China through underground infrastructures management: Addressing global climate challenges with technological solutions

open access: yesDeep Underground Science and Engineering, EarlyView.
This paper explores how climate‐resilient technologies, such as smart grids, digital twins, and self‐healing materials, can enhance urban resilience. It highlights the urgent need for proactive planning, public‐private collaboration, and data‐driven innovation to future‐proof underground infrastructure amid accelerating climate and urban pressures ...
Kai Chen Goh   +12 more
wiley   +1 more source

Home - About - Disclaimer - Privacy