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Comparison of pattern recognition techniques for the classification of impact acoustic emissions (2007)
Journal Article
Yella, S., Gupta, N. K., & Dougherty, M. S. (2007). Comparison of pattern recognition techniques for the classification of impact acoustic emissions. Transportation Research Part C : Emerging Technologies, 15(6), 345-360. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.trc.2007.05.004

Current day condition monitoring applications involving wood are mostly carried out through visual inspection and if necessary some impact acoustic examination is carried out. These inspections are mainly done intuitively by skilled personnel. In thi... Read More about Comparison of pattern recognition techniques for the classification of impact acoustic emissions.

Säulen griechischer Tempel unter Erdbebenbeanspruchung (2007)
Journal Article
Vayas, I., Dasiou, M.-E., & Marinelli, A. (2007). Säulen griechischer Tempel unter Erdbebenbeanspruchung. Bautechnik / Structural Engineering, 84(6), 388-396. https://doi.org/10.1002/bate.200710034

olumns of Greek Temples under seismic loading:

Columns of ancient Greek Temples consist of accurately dressed individual blocks in total absence on binding mortars. The seismic response of such multi-drum structures is completely different than th... Read More about Säulen griechischer Tempel unter Erdbebenbeanspruchung.

Numerical Evaluation of Lateral Spreading Displacements in layered soils (2007)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Valsamis, A., Bouckovalas, G., & Dimitriadi, V. (2007, June). Numerical Evaluation of Lateral Spreading Displacements in layered soils. Paper presented at 4th International Conference on Earthquake Geotechnical Engineering, Thessaloniki, Greece

The seismic design of earthworks and foundations against liquefaction-induced lateral spreading requires knowledge of the associated maximum ground displacement and its variation with depth. This article focuses upon the numerical predicti... Read More about Numerical Evaluation of Lateral Spreading Displacements in layered soils.

Optimisation of timber platform frame construction (2007)
Thesis
Hairstans, R. Optimisation of timber platform frame construction. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/id/eprint/6041

Timber platform frame has evolved as an efficient method of construction for domestic dwellings and is experiencing continual growth in the UK due to it lending itself to off-site modem methods of construction (MMC), being environmentally efficient a... Read More about Optimisation of timber platform frame construction.

The ReOrient knowledge base. (2007)
Other
Wigan, M., & Kukla, R. (2007). The ReOrient knowledge base

REORIENT will create a Knowledge Base, which will serve as a repository of information, data and outputs from its analytical work and will support the Commission in formulating the terms of reference for the Integrated Project. The Knowledge Base wil... Read More about The ReOrient knowledge base..

Laterally loaded timber joints with helically shaped steel fasteners. (2007)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Coste, G., & Kermani, A. (2007, February). Laterally loaded timber joints with helically shaped steel fasteners. Presented at Nordic Workshop on Wood Engineering, Skellefteå, Sweden

An experimental study was conducted to investigate the structural performance of a series of
helically shaped steel fasteners “Helifix® fasteners” for use in a variety of timber connection
systems. This paper describes part of a research programme... Read More about Laterally loaded timber joints with helically shaped steel fasteners..

Sunspace augmented positive Input ventilation of buildings. (2006)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Currie, J. (2006, June). Sunspace augmented positive Input ventilation of buildings. Presented at Eurosun 2006 Conference

A total of 16 positive input ventilation (PIV) units were installed in a new build housing
development in west Scotland utilising a glazed sunspace on the south elevation of each dwelling
to augment the energy saving potential of the installation.... Read More about Sunspace augmented positive Input ventilation of buildings..

The efffect of elastomeric bearing degradation on bridge dynamic response. (2006)
Thesis
Swan, I. P. The efffect of elastomeric bearing degradation on bridge dynamic response. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/id/eprint/3800

The dynamic response of highway bridges is a topic that has been thoroughly researched over
many years. However, understanding of how the dynamic response of bridges is affected by the
performance of their bearings over an extended period of time i... Read More about The efffect of elastomeric bearing degradation on bridge dynamic response..

Racking Performance of Structural Insulated Panels (2006)
Journal Article
Kermani, A., & Hairstans, R. (2006). Racking Performance of Structural Insulated Panels. Journal of Structural Engineering, 132(11), 1806-1812. https://doi.org/10.1061/%28asce%290733-9445%282006%29132%3A11%281806%29

Formed from a thick layer of polystyrene foam sandwiched between two layers of oriented strand board, structural insulated panels (SIPs) are a viable alternative to traditional wood stud shear walls. Developed in North America, SIPs satisfy building... Read More about Racking Performance of Structural Insulated Panels.

Wavelet transform reassignment and the use of low-oscillation complex wavelets (2006)
Journal Article
Addison, P., Morvidone, M., Watson, J. N., & Clifton, D. (2006). Wavelet transform reassignment and the use of low-oscillation complex wavelets. Mechanical Systems and Signal Processing, 20(6), 1429-1443. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ymssp.2005.03.002

In this paper, we explore the use of new time-frequency reassignment tools for the enhancement of prominent features in the time-frequency plane of the wavelet transform. The reassignment method allows for the localisation of time-frequency and time-... Read More about Wavelet transform reassignment and the use of low-oscillation complex wavelets.

Geometric Non-Linear Behaviour of Single Shear Bolted Joints. (2006)
Journal Article
Reichert, T., & Ridley-Ellis, D. (2006). Geometric Non-Linear Behaviour of Single Shear Bolted Joints. Timber Engineering,

Findings are presented of the first stage of an investigation of second-order effects that influence the resistance and stiffness of single shear bolted joints. These effects develop as a result of joint deformation and the rotation of all, or part,... Read More about Geometric Non-Linear Behaviour of Single Shear Bolted Joints..

Timber Plate Dynamics with Space-Time Finite Element (2006)
Journal Article
Zhang, H., Ridley-Ellis, D., & Hapca, A. I. (2006). Timber Plate Dynamics with Space-Time Finite Element. Timber Engineering,

A new space-time finite element formulation for dynamic analysis of timber plates is presented. The method is based on an unconventional Hamilton variational principle and a special technique in time domain interpolation is employed. For the simple c... Read More about Timber Plate Dynamics with Space-Time Finite Element.

Using crushed clay brick as coarse aggregates in concrete (2006)
Journal Article
Khalaf, F. M. (2006). Using crushed clay brick as coarse aggregates in concrete. Journal of Materials in Civil Engineering, 18(4), 518-526. https://doi.org/10.1061/%28ASCE%290899-1561%282006%2918%3A4%28518%29

This paper provides the results of an experimental investigation into the use of crushed new clay brick as coarse aggregate in producing concrete. The present investigation is the first phase of a two-phase program to study the effects of using recyc... Read More about Using crushed clay brick as coarse aggregates in concrete.

Durability of the light composite beams with injected polyurethane (2006)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Bahadori, A., & Kermani, A. (2006, August). Durability of the light composite beams with injected polyurethane. Presented at 9th World Conference on Timber Engineering

Durability of the light composite beams with injected polyurethane.

Performance of Helifix connectors in timber. (2006)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Coste, G., & Kermani, A. (2006, August). Performance of Helifix connectors in timber. Presented at 9th World Conference on Timber Engineering

Performance of Helifix connectors in timber.

Assessment of Vibrational Performance of Timber Floors. (2006)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Weckendorf, J., Zhang, B., Kermani, A., & Reid, D. (2006, August). Assessment of Vibrational Performance of Timber Floors. Presented at 9th World Conference on Timber Engineering

Assessment of Vibrational Performance of Timber Floors

Laboratory and Field Tests on Stress-Laminated Timber Arches in the UK (2006)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Freedman, G., & Kermani, A. (2006, August). Laboratory and Field Tests on Stress-Laminated Timber Arches in the UK. Presented at 9th World Conference on Timber Engineering

Laboratory and field tests on stress-laminated timber arches in the UK.