Effectiveness evaluation of seismic protection devices for bridges in the PBEE framework
, 2014 Seismic protection measures for bridges can be used both for obtaining acceptable performances from new structures and for retrofitting existing ones. With the modern design philosophy based onthe probabilistic Performance-Based Earthquake Engineering ...
Franco Bontempi +7 more
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Clinical, Histologic, and Serological Predictors of Renal Function Loss in Lupus Nephritis
Arthritis Care &Research, EarlyView.Objective Kidney survival is the ultimate goal in lupus nephritis (LN) management, but long‐term predictors remain inadequately studied, requiring long‐term follow‐up. This study aimed to identify baseline and early longitudinal predictors of kidney survival in the Accelerating Medicines Partnership LN longitudinal cohort.
Shangzhu Zhang +21 more
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Analysis of vulnerability in facilities of power as elements of critical infrastructure
, 2007 V práci je popsána zranitelnost společnosti International Power Opatovice, a. s. jako prvku kritické infrastruktury. První část diplomové práce je věnována vysvětlení základních pojmů (kritická infrastruktura, prvky kritické infrastruktury, riziko ...
Žežulková, Kateřina
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GIS based methodology to assess the relative vulnerability index of buildings to coastal hazards - Coastal Karaikal - A case study [PDF]
, 2017 1641-1646Relative vulnerability index of individual buildings in coastal areas of Karaikal was calculated using the Papathoma Tsunami Vulnerability Assessment Model which takes into account the indices on structural vulnerability, protection and exposure
Mageswaran, T +4 more
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Advanced Engineering Materials, EarlyView.The corrosion performance of AlSi7Mg and AlSi10Mg alloys produced through selective laser melting (SLM) was examined under compressive stress in a chloride environment. Electrochemical analyses, including open‐circuit potential (OCP), potentiodynamic polarization (CPP), and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS), were complemented by scanning ...
Femi John Akinfolarin +2 more
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Traditional timber roof structures: Seismic vulnerability assessment and preservation
, 2009 The assessment of the seismic vulnerability of structures is the first step in the decision process toward conservative strengthening interventions.Amethodology for assessing the seismic vulnerability of timber roof structures is proposed here. Among the
M. Piazza +3 more
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Social Protection in the Face of Climate Change: Principles and Financing Mechanisms
, 2015 Climate risk is an important driver of long-term poverty dynamics, especially in rural regions. This paper builds a dynamic, multi-generation household model of consumption, accumulation, and risk management to
Sarah A. Janzen +3 more
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Open Source as the Foundation of Safety and Security in Logistics Digital Transformation
SystemsIn this article, we explored how open-source software serves as a strategic enabler for safety and security in the digital transformation of logistics systems.
Mihael Plevnik, Roman Gumzej
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Influence of Geometric Design on Mechanical Performance of Auxetic Metastructure
Advanced Engineering Materials, EarlyView.Strategic geometric reinforcement transforms auxetic performance. This study evaluates 3D‐printed arrowhead metastructures, revealing that a modified design with local ring reinforcement suppresses premature failure to achieve superior energy absorption and structural efficiency.
Muhammad Gulzari +3 more
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Seismic vulnerability assessment: Methodological elements and applications to the case of Romania
This paper is intended to present some studies undertaken in order to develop a seismic vulnerability estimation system to fit the needs of development of earthquake scenarios and of development of an integrated disaster risk management system for ...
Pomonis, A. +5 more
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