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The performance of a new blind bolt for moment-resisting connections. (2003)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Tizani, W., & Ridley-Ellis, D. (2003, September). The performance of a new blind bolt for moment-resisting connections. Presented at 10th International Symposium Tubular Structures X

The paper introduces the principal findings of a testing programme carried out to assess the performance of a newly developed blind-bolt. The blind-bolt, an evolution of the Lindapter-Hollobolt, is in-tended for use when making moment-resisting conne... Read More about The performance of a new blind bolt for moment-resisting connections..

Analysis of Stiffened Plates: An Effective Semi-Analytical Method (2003)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Kuang, J., & Zhang, H. (2003, September). Analysis of Stiffened Plates: An Effective Semi-Analytical Method. Presented at Proceedings of the Ninth International Conference on Civil and Structural Engineering Computing

During the past three decades, a large amount of research results on the analysis and design of stiffened plates has been reported. Most of the methods used in the analyses include finite element [1,2,3], finite strip [4,5,6] and boundary element [7,... Read More about Analysis of Stiffened Plates: An Effective Semi-Analytical Method.

Reliability of nailed timber connections with gusset plates (2003)
Journal Article
Drummond, I., & Kermani, A. (2003). Reliability of nailed timber connections with gusset plates. Proceedings of the Institution of Civil Engineers. Structures and buildings, 156(3), 283-290. https://doi.org/10.1680/stbu.2003.156.3.283

First order second moment (FOSM) analysis techniques, recently employed in the development of limit states design codes allow the engineer/designer to take into account the variations and random nature of the material properties and load effects pres... Read More about Reliability of nailed timber connections with gusset plates.

Design of RHS for torsion using simplified thick wall theory. (2003)
Journal Article
Ridley-Ellis, D., Owen, J. S., & Davies, G. (2003). Design of RHS for torsion using simplified thick wall theory. The structural engineer : journal of the Institution of Structural Engineers, 81, 31-36

The theory of torsion in Rectangular Hollow Sections (RHS) is reviewed and discussed with reference to design code treatments in the UK, Europe and the USA. The classical theories based on thin wall and thick wall assumptions are compared, and thick... Read More about Design of RHS for torsion using simplified thick wall theory..

Torsional behaviour of rectangular hollow sections (2003)
Journal Article
Ridley-Ellis, D., Owen, J. S., & Davies, G. (2003). Torsional behaviour of rectangular hollow sections. Journal of Constructional Steel Research, 59, 641-663. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0143-974X%2802%2900060-3

The results of a series of full-scale torsion tests on rectangular hollow sections (RHS) are presented and discussed. The observed torque–twist behaviour is compared to that predicted by an extended version of Marshall’s simplified thick wall torsion... Read More about Torsional behaviour of rectangular hollow sections.

Load spectrum for utility trenches in the footway (2003)
Journal Article
Reid, A., Fairfield, C. A., & Sibbald, A. (2003). Load spectrum for utility trenches in the footway. Proceedings of the ICE - Municipal Engineer, 156(1), 57-66. https://doi.org/10.1680/muen.156.1.57.37647

Local authorities are concerned about the adoption of cable television networks after they reach two years of age. Concerns have been raised about the shallow burial depth (250 mm to the crown for ducts in footways), the longevity of the reinstatemen... Read More about Load spectrum for utility trenches in the footway.

Automated construction in Japan (2003)
Journal Article
Taylor, M., Wamuziri, S., & Smith, I. (2003). Automated construction in Japan. Proceedings of the ICE - Civil Engineering, 156(1), 34-41. https://doi.org/10.1680/cien.2003.156.1.34

Over the last 20 years the concept of automating construction
and civil engineering operations has become a reality within
Japan, resulting in improvements in site safety, efficiency and
productivity. Examples renewed in this paper include concret... Read More about Automated construction in Japan.

Load transfer mechanism in punched metal plate timber connections. (2002)
Thesis
Abdulrahman, N. A. H. Load transfer mechanism in punched metal plate timber connections. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/id/eprint/6193

The load capacity of the punched metal plate timber joints is established,
in general, by empirical means as a result of destructive testing in accordance with relevant national standards. The basis of tests is tensile or compressive loading applied... Read More about Load transfer mechanism in punched metal plate timber connections..

Load transfer mechanisms in punched metal -plate connected timber structures (2002)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Abdulrahman, A., & Kermani, A. (2002, August). Load transfer mechanisms in punched metal -plate connected timber structures. Presented at 7th World Conference on Timber Engineering

load transfer mechanisms in punched metal -plate connected timber structures.

Theoretical and measured torsional behaviour of rectangular hollow sections. (2002)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Ridley-Ellis, D., Owen, J. S., & Davies, G. (2002, May). Theoretical and measured torsional behaviour of rectangular hollow sections. Presented at 12th Intl Offshore and Polar Engineering Conference (ISOPE), Kyushu, 2002

Theories for torsion of Rectangular Hollow Sections (RHS) are compared and thick wall theory is shown to be a better representation of behaviour. The results of torsion tests on hot-finished steel RHS are discussed and compared to the predictions of... Read More about Theoretical and measured torsional behaviour of rectangular hollow sections..

Residual fracture toughness of normal- and high-strength gravel concrete after heating to 600°C. (2002)
Journal Article
Zhang, B., & Bicanic, N. (2002). Residual fracture toughness of normal- and high-strength gravel concrete after heating to 600°C. Materials Journal, 99, 217-226

Fracture toughness represents the resistance of concrete to cracking and fracture, and is significantly influenced by heating scenarios such as heating temperature and exposure time. In this paper, two parameters—the classic fracture toughness and th... Read More about Residual fracture toughness of normal- and high-strength gravel concrete after heating to 600°C..

Relationship between brittleness and moisture loss of concrete exposed to high temperatures. (2002)
Journal Article
Zhang, B., Bicanic, N., Pearce, C. J., & Phillips, D. V. (2002). Relationship between brittleness and moisture loss of concrete exposed to high temperatures. Cement and Concrete Research, 32(3), 363-371. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0008-8846%2801%2900684-6

The effect of moisture loss at high temperatures on the brittleness of concrete was investigated by conducting three-point bending tests on preheated notched beams. The relationships of moisture loss represented by mass loss with heating temperature... Read More about Relationship between brittleness and moisture loss of concrete exposed to high temperatures..

Continuous surface wave and impact methods of measuring the stiffness and density of railway ballast (2002)
Journal Article
Fairfield, C., & Zagyapan, M. (2002). Continuous surface wave and impact methods of measuring the stiffness and density of railway ballast. NDT and E International, 35(2), 75-81. https://doi.org/10.1016/s0963-8695%2801%2900034-2

Continuous surface wave and transient impact excitation tests were performed on strips of ballast to monitor their compaction. The ballast's shear wave velocity, hence the ratio of its shear modulus and density, increased with depth. Two types of tra... Read More about Continuous surface wave and impact methods of measuring the stiffness and density of railway ballast.

The application of neural networks to non-destructive testing techniques (2001)
Thesis
Watson, J. N. The application of neural networks to non-destructive testing techniques. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/id/eprint/9470

The low strain test method has become the prevalent method for integrity testing of cast in situ foundation piles. The automated interpretation of the sonic echo traces resulting from this test would prove beneficial to industry through the standardi... Read More about The application of neural networks to non-destructive testing techniques.

Risk sensitivity applied to arch bridge assessments: an introduction. (2001)
Journal Article
Ng, K.-H., Fairfield, C. A., & Sibbald, A. (2001). Risk sensitivity applied to arch bridge assessments: an introduction. The structural engineer : journal of the Institution of Structural Engineers, 79, 31-37

There are approximately 75,000 masonry arch bridges in the UK, most of which were built between 1700 and 1900 and are now carrying traffic loads far beyond those envisaged by the original designers and builders. A question has to be asked as to wheth... Read More about Risk sensitivity applied to arch bridge assessments: an introduction..

Flexural behaviour of Rectangular Hollow Sections with circular side wall openings. (2001)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Ridley-Ellis, D. J., Owen, J. S., & Davies, G. (2001, April). Flexural behaviour of Rectangular Hollow Sections with circular side wall openings. Presented at Tubular Structures - International Symposium

The influence of circular web openings on the flexura behaviour of Rectangular Hollow Sections is introduced. The results of full-scale laboratory tests in three and four-point bending and the development of analytical finite element models to predi... Read More about Flexural behaviour of Rectangular Hollow Sections with circular side wall openings..

Reliability of timber structural systems: a review (2001)
Journal Article
Drummond, I., Kermani, A., & Wamuziri, S. C. (2001). Reliability of timber structural systems: a review. Proceedings of the Institution of Civil Engineers. Structures and buildings, 146(1), 101-108. https://doi.org/10.1680/stbu.2001.146.1.101

The estimation of reliability in timber structures is a procedure complicated by the time-dependent nature of timber failure, coupled with the complex structural behaviour of timber systems. Prior to the implementation of probabilistic concepts, desi... Read More about Reliability of timber structural systems: a review.

Failure probabilities for plastic utility ducts in roadway trench reinstatements (2001)
Journal Article
Hounsome, I. W. S., & Fairfield, C. A. (2001). Failure probabilities for plastic utility ducts in roadway trench reinstatements. Proceedings of the ICE - Transport, 147(1), 1-7. https://doi.org/10.1680/tran.2001.147.1.1

Wavin Industrial Products Limited arranged access in conjunction with Balfour Beatty Construction Limited and Bovis Construction Limited to the Braehead construction site, near Glasgow, to test a mixture of smooth bore and corrugated utility ducts in... Read More about Failure probabilities for plastic utility ducts in roadway trench reinstatements.