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Wind-induced response of open type hyperbolic-parabolic membrane structures

  • Xu, Junhao;Zhang, Yingying;Zhang, Lanlan;Wu, Meng;Zhou, Yi;Lei, Ke;Zhang, Qilin
    • Structural Engineering and Mechanics
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    • v.76 no.2
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    • pp.269-278
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    • 2020
  • In this paper, the mechanical characteristics of the open type hyperbolic-parabolic membrane structure under wind load were investigated. First, the numerical simulation of a typical plane membrane structure was performed based on the Large-Eddy Simulation method. The accuracy of the simulation method was validated by the corresponding wind tunnel test results. Then, the wind load shape coefficients of open type hyperbolic-parabolic membrane structures are obtained from the series of numerical calculations and compared with the recommended values in the "Technical Specification for Membrane Structures (CECS 158: 2015). Finally, the influences of the wind directions and wind speeds on the mean wind pressure distribution of open type hyperbolic-parabolic membrane structures were investigated. This study aims to gain a better understanding of the wind-induced response for this type of structure and be useful to engineers and researchers.

Analysis of Wind Pressure Characteristics of Retractable Dome Roof by Opening Type Through Wind Tunnel Test (풍동실험을 통한 개폐 유형별 개폐식 돔 지붕의 풍압 특성 분석)

  • Cheon, Dong-jin;Lee, Jong-Ho;Kim, Yong-Chul;Yoon, Sung-Won
    • Journal of Korean Association for Spatial Structures
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    • v.21 no.1
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    • pp.41-49
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    • 2021
  • In this study the characteristics of wind pressure that are depending on the open type of retractable dome roof were analyzed according to the wind pressure coefficient and wind pressure spectrum. The analysis results showed that the open type and shape of the roof both had a significant impact on the wind pressure changing. In case of the edge to center open type, the wind pressure has not changed much because of the complex turbulence of flow and open area. On the other hand, in case of the center to edge open type, it has confirmed that wind pressure increases due to the separation of flow in windward and open area.

Seismic characteristics of a Π-shaped 4-story RC structure with open ground floor

  • Karabini, Martha A.;Karabinis, Athanasios J.;Karayannis, Chris G.
    • Earthquakes and Structures
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    • v.22 no.4
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    • pp.345-353
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    • 2022
  • The configuration of an open ground floor (pilotis) is a common and very critical irregularity observed in multistory reinforced concrete frame structures. The characteristics and the geometrical formation of the beams of the first story proved to be a critical parameter for the overall seismic behavior of this type of Reinforced Concrete (RC) structures. In this work the combination of open ground floor (pilotis) morphology with very strong perimetrical beams at the level of the first story is studied. The observation of the seismic damages and the in situ measurements of the fundamental period of four buildings with this morphology and Π-shaped plan view are presented herein. Further analytical results of a pilotis type Π-shaped RC structure are also included in the study. From the measurements and the analytical results yield that the open ground floor configuration greatly influences the fundamental period whereas this morphology in combination with strong beams can lead to severe local shear damages in the columns of the ground floor. The structural damage was limited in the columns of the ground floor and yet based on the changes of the in situ measured fundamental period the damaged level is assessed as DI=88%. Furthermore, due to the Π-shape of the plan view the tendency of the parts of the building to move independently strongly influences the distribution of the damages over the ground floor vertical elements.

A Study on the Significance of Lawn Areas in Urban Parks (공원잔디공간의 녹지구조적 의의에 관한 고찰)

  • 엄붕훈;염두의
    • Journal of the Korean Institute of Landscape Architecture
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    • v.13 no.2
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    • pp.27-36
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    • 1985
  • ^x In Korea, we are entering on a new phase that the use concept of urban park is extending to dynamic activities such as games and sports. This article is to investigate the significance of lawn areas, as a receptive space of such a wide range of recreation activities. As a study process, Green Styles (type of parks) such as Garden Type, Park Type and Forest Type were studied and historical review of lawn areas in park development was performed. In conclusion, the lawn areas ( greensward) are an essential part of park and open space organization. The significance as a conclusion is presented as follows : 1 ) Balance in type of parks The structures of our parks and open spaces are inclined toward the artificial Garden Type and natural Forest Type. Therefore, the intermediate Park Type and sparse wood areas should be a core part of our park and open space development. 2) Psychological effect Park Type areas, thorned by greensward(lawn area), can refresh urban dwellers with natural picturesque landscaps, and Park Type landscape is the most preferred natural landscape. It shows the essence of natural amenity as 3) Accomodation of wide range of recreation activities Lawn areas in urban park are the best place in accomodating the wide range of active and massive recreation activities. Thus, lawn areas can increase the freedom of recreation use in urban park. 4) Enlargement of physical carrying capacity. With expansion of lawn areas of euro- american concept, the structural open space can be transformed into service open space. Thus, the recreation carrying capacity of urban parks can be enlarged.

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Influence on the Movement of Fish by the Installation of Structures in Mountain Streams: Focused on Chinese Minnow (산지계류에 설치된 계상구조물이 어류의 이동에 미치는 영향: 버들치를 중심으로)

  • Ma, Ho-Seop;Park, Jae-Hyeon
    • Journal of Korean Society of Forest Science
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    • v.108 no.2
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    • pp.224-232
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    • 2019
  • The movement of fish to the upper and the lower parts of a mountain stream was investigated based on the installation of specific types of structures within the stream. The results indicated that as the flow rate increases after a rain, the height of the drop in an open-type structure, such as a concrete box, is decreased so that the floating fishes, such as the Chinese minnow fish, move relatively easily from the upper to the lower parts and from the lower to the upper parts of the stream. In contrast, the fishes released from an upper point of a wall-type structure with <1 m, such as rocks drop works and stone masonry for stream-grade stabilization, were trapped in the lower part of the stream and, even after the rainy season, it was difficult for the fish to move from the lower to the upper parts of the stream. In particular, the barrier-type structures ${\geq}3m$ limit the movement of fish, even when there are few drainage holes at the lower end of the dam, and there is no space for the fishes to communicate with each other, even when the flow rate is high; therefore, although the fish are active, they are restricted to move according to the type and characteristics of the structures. When installing structures in a mountain stream, the height of the structure must be low enough to allow the fish to communicate with each other or an open-type structure must be installed. The fish habitat and water conditions within the stream must be considered when designing the type and height of the in-stream structures.

Limit states of RC structures with first floor irregularities

  • Favvata, Maria J.;Naoum, Maria C.;Karayannis, Chris G.
    • Structural Engineering and Mechanics
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    • v.47 no.6
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    • pp.791-818
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    • 2013
  • The seismic performance of reinforced concrete (RC) frame structures with irregularities leading to soft first floor is studied using capacity assessment procedures. The soft first story effect is investigated for the cases: (i) slab-column connections without beams at the first floor, (ii) tall first story height and (iii) pilotis type building (open ground story). The effects of the first floor irregularity on the RC frame structure performance stages at global and local level (limit states) are investigated. Assessment based on the Capacity Spectrum Method (ATC-40) and on the Coefficient Method (FEMA 356) is also examined. Results in terms of failure modes, capacity curves, interstory drifts, ductility requirements and infills behaviour are presented. From the results it can be deduced that the global capacity of the structures is decreased due to the considered first floor morphology irregularities in comparison to the capacities of the regular structure. An increase of the demands for interstory drift is observed at the first floor level due to the considered irregularities while the open ground floor structure (pilotis type) led to even higher values of interstory drift demands at the first story. In the cases of tall first story and slab-column connections without beams soft-story mechanisms have also been observed at the first floor. Rotational criteria (EC8-part3) showed that the structure with slab-column connections without beams exhibited the most critical response.

Open loop resonator diplexer applying conjugate matching (복소 매칭을 이용한 Open Loop Resonator 다이플렉서)

  • Paek, Hyun;Han, Hyeong-Seok;Kim, Hyeong-Seok
    • 한국정보통신설비학회:학술대회논문집
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    • 2008.08a
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    • pp.425-428
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    • 2008
  • A new type of cross-coupled planar microwave filter using coupled microstrip square open-loop resonators diplexer pro-posed. A method for the rigorous calculation of the coupling coefficients of basic four pole electric and magnetic coupling structures encountered. Simple empirical models are derived for estimation of the coupling coefficients. Experiments are performed to verify the theory. And a method for diplexer matching is conjugate matching that has characteristic better than open matching method.

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A Study on the Plane Type of House in Unified Silla Period - Focused on the Capital Remains of Silla in Gyeongju - (통일신라시대 주택의 평면유형 분석 - 경주 신라왕경 발굴유구를 중심으로 -)

  • Lee, Jeong-Mee
    • Journal of the Korean housing association
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    • v.26 no.6
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    • pp.139-146
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    • 2015
  • In this study, the plane type of main building relics of unified Silla period house site which excavated in Gyeongju city after 1990s was classified and the architectural characteristic of them was investigated. The chronology of building relics in Silla capital city site was mostly known as 8-9th century, and by standard of column arrangement, the plane types of them could be classified as grid type, front veranda-grid type, outer column type. The outstanding characteristic of plane is wide span and open front veranda. In most relics the span were over 4 meters, and inner foundations for small post and strip foundation were found between columns. The front veranda added type buildings were composited of enclosed main room and open front veranda, and column arrangement of them dose not fall into line in most case. Thus it thought that the structures of enclosed main room and open front veranda were independent. The interior space of enclosed main room were divided two rooms by partition wall in some case. In this case, one room is enclosed by wall, and the other room has open front side. This plane is considered for the pleasant life in cold winter and hot summer.

Anti-corrosion impact of green synthesis of Silica nanoparticles for the sports structures in physical exercise activities

  • Zhixin Zhang;Zhiqiang Cai;Khidhair Jasim Mohammed;H. Elhosiny Ali
    • Advances in concrete construction
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    • v.15 no.1
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    • pp.41-46
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    • 2023
  • Sport has no age limit and can be done anywhere and in any condition with minimal equipment. The existence of sports spaces in all parts of the world is considered a citizen's right. One of the activities carried out in this field is installing sports equipment and structures in parks and encouraging citizens to use this equipment for physical health with the least cost and facilities. Installing sports structures in open spaces such as parks is a practical step for developing citizens' sports. Although using devices in parks is acceptable, it is more critical to meet scientific and technical standards. The components of these structures must have high strength and endurance against changes in environmental conditions such as humidity, temperature difference, and corrosion. Among the various causes of material degradation, corrosion has always been one of several fundamental causes of metal equipment failure. Sports structures in open spaces are not safe from corrosion. Uniform corrosion is the most common type of corrosion. This corrosion usually occurs uniformly through a chemical or electrochemical reaction across the surface exposed to the corrosive environment. Rust and corrosion of outdoor sports structures are examples of this corrosion. For this reason, in this research, with the green synthesis of silica nanoparticles and its application in outdoor sports structures, the life span of these structures can be increased for the use of physical exercises as well as their quality.