Unconventional Hamilton-type variational principle in phase space and symplectic algorithm. (2003)
Journal Article
Luo, E., Huang, W., & Zhang, J. (2003). Unconventional Hamilton-type variational principle in phase space and symplectic algorithm. SCIENCE CHINA Physics, Mechanics and Astronomy, 46, 248-258. https://doi.org/10.1360/03yg9033

By a novel approach proposed by Luo, the unconventional Hamilton-type variational principle in phase space for elastodynamics of multidegree-of-freedom system is established in this paper. It not only can fully characterize the initial-value problem... Read More about Unconventional Hamilton-type variational principle in phase space and symplectic algorithm..

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..

Life cycle assessment of aluminium-clad timber windows. (2002)
Thesis
Asif, M. Life cycle assessment of aluminium-clad timber windows. (Thesis). Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/id/eprint/2505

Over the last century a temperature rise of 0.6 C m global climate and the affiliated greenhouse effects have inflicted enormous impacts in the form of natural catastrophes, economical losses, health problems and seasonal disorder. If human activitie... Read More about Life cycle assessment of aluminium-clad timber windows..

Timber cladding in Scotland (FCIN 42) (2002)
Preprint / Working Paper
Davies, I., Walker, B., & Pendlebury, J. Timber cladding in Scotland (FCIN 42)

Research note outlining a Scottish Government discussion document.

Investigating haptic assistive interfaces for motion impaired users: force-channels and competitive attractive-basins. (2002)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Langdon, P., Hwang, F., Keates, S., Clarkson, P. J., & Robinson, P. (2002, July). Investigating haptic assistive interfaces for motion impaired users: force-channels and competitive attractive-basins. Presented at EuroHaptics 2002, Edinburgh, UK

Following a pilot study that suggested that force-feedback gravity wells could, under certain conditions, lead to 20- 50% improvements in time to target in a selection task, a series of experiments further investigated the potential for enhancement o... Read More about Investigating haptic assistive interfaces for motion impaired users: force-channels and competitive attractive-basins..

Assistive haptic interfaces for motion-impaired users. (2002)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Hwang, F., Keates, S., Langdon, P., & Clarkson, P. J. (2002, October). Assistive haptic interfaces for motion-impaired users. Paper presented at 24th Annual Conference and the Annual Fall Meeting of the Biomedical Engineering Society EMBS/BMES Conference, Houston, Texas, USA

No abstract available.

A numerical study of the behaviour of a gas-liquid interface subjected to periodic vertical motion. (2002)
Journal Article
Valha, J., Lewis, J. S., & Kubie, J. (2002). A numerical study of the behaviour of a gas-liquid interface subjected to periodic vertical motion. International Journal for Numerical Methods in Fluids, 40, 697-721. https://doi.org/10.1002/fld.370

A numerical study has been undertaken to examine the behaviour of a gas liquid interface in a vertical cylindrical vessel subjected to a sinusoidal vertical motion. The computational method used is based on the simplified marker-and-cell method and i... Read More about A numerical study of the behaviour of a gas-liquid interface subjected to periodic vertical motion..

Accommodating older users' functional capabilities. (2002)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Dong, H., Keates, S., & Clarkson, J. (2002, September). Accommodating older users' functional capabilities. Paper presented at A New Research Agenda for Older Adults, London

No abstract available.

Providing access to e-information for older adults (2002)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Keates, S., Clarkeson, J., & Robinson, P. (2002, September). Providing access to e-information for older adults. Paper presented at A New Research Agenda for Older Adults, London

No abstract available.

Load displacement characteristics of multi-nailed timber joists with plywood gussets (2002)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Kermani, A., & Porteous, A. (2002, August). Load displacement characteristics of multi-nailed timber joists with plywood gussets. Presented at 7th World Conference on Timber Engineering

Load displacement characteristics of multi-nailed timber joists with plywood gussets.

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.

Relationships between mechanical properties, weight loss and chemical composition of wood during incipient brown rot decay. (2002)
Journal Article
Curling, S., Clausen, C. A., & Winandy, J. E. (2002). Relationships between mechanical properties, weight loss and chemical composition of wood during incipient brown rot decay. Forest Products Journal, 52, 34-39

Incipient decay of wood by brown-rot fungi causes measurable strength losses in wood before measurable weight loss occurs. Previous studies have shown that the high levels of strength loss that occur during incipient brown-rot decay may be related to... Read More about Relationships between mechanical properties, weight loss and chemical composition of wood during incipient brown rot decay..

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.