In suspended-dome structures, cable-strut joints can be categorized into discontinuous joints and continuous joints. In calculations, the discontinuous joints can be treated as hinge joints. However, in the event of a cable breakage, the continuous j...
Longitudinal ordinary rebars are discontinuous at the joints of precast concrete segmental bridges (PCSBs), which can open under tensile stresses induced by bending moments. This will lead to durability issues with the joints. To improve the bending...
Estimation of continuous motion of human joints using surface electromyography (sEMG) signals has a critical part to play in intelligent rehabilitation. Traditional methods always use sEMG signals as inputs to build regression or biomechanical models...
Non-negative continuous outcomes with a substantial number of zero values and incomplete longitudinal follow-up are quite common in medical costs data. It is thus critical to incorporate the potential dependence of survival status and longitudinal me...
Despite the widespread use of precast concrete segmental bridges (PCSBs), concerns persist regarding their structural reliability, particularly due to the interruption of longitudinal reinforcement at joints. To address this, a novel approach based o...
Bridge elements known to develop damage over time are individual continuity joints connecting girders. Replacing damaged joints is an expensive and invasive process and a need exists to design a less invasive repair method. This study focused on eval...
As one of the most direct indicators of the transparency between a human and an exoskeleton, interactive force has rarely been fused with electromyography (EMG) in the control of human-exoskeleton systems, the performances of which are largely determ...
The present study aimed to enhance the efficiency and efficacy of the Al/Cu joint production process implemented by the company VEMID Ltd., Jagodina, Serbia, by attaining sound joints within a very short welding time. For this purpose, the present st...
Background and Objectives: The aim of this study was to investigate under dynamic loading the potential biomechanical benefit of simulated first tarsometatarsal (TMT-1) fusion with low-profile superelastic nitinol staples used as continuous compressi...
(1) Objectives: To assess the impact of optimal joint pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamic (PK/PD) target attainment of continuous infusion (CI) piperacillin–tazobactam monotherapy on the microbiological outcome of documented ESBL-producing Enteroba...
(1) Background: Piperacillin-tazobactam represents the first-line option for treating infections caused by full- or multi-susceptible Enterobacterales and/or Pseudomonas aeruginosa in critically ill patients. Several studies reported that attaining a...
In order to achieve the high-precision motion trajectory in ground experiment of space instable target (SIT) while reducing the energy consumption of the motion simulator, a robot motion planning method based on energy saving is proposed. Observable-...
The construction of highway bridges using continuous precast prestressed concrete girders provides an economical solution by minimizing formwork requirements and accelerating construction. Different ways can be used to integrate bridge continuity and...
The gait of transfemoral amputees can be made smoother by adjusting the inter-joint coordination of both lower limbs. In this study, we compared the inter-joint coordination of the amputated and non-amputated limbs of unilateral amputees to able-bodi...
Externally bonded reinforcements are commonly and widely used in civil engineering objects made of concrete to increase the structure load capacity or to minimize the negative effects of long-term operation and possible defects. The quality of adhesi...
We develop and present a radar waveform design method that optimizes the spectral shape of the radar waveform so that joint performance of a cooperative radar communications system is maximized. The continuous water-filling (WF) spectral-mask shaping...
The guardrail is an indispensable part of ballasted track structures on bridges. In order to reveal its influence on the track–bridge interaction of continuous welded rail (CWR), the longitudinal resistance model of the guardrail fastener and i...
China has made some progress in controlling PM2.5 (particulate matter with an aerodynamic diameter of ≤2.5 μm) pollution, but there are still some key areas that need further strengthening. Considering that excessive prevention and control effo...
Traction electricity (TE) consumption in rail transportation (rail transport) is determined by factors (determinant) related to the characteristics of railway lines and vehicles. They have an impact on driving speeds, which, in turn, affect energy co...
Many people lose their motor function because of spinal cord injury or stroke. This work studies the patient’s continuous movement intention of joint angles based on surface electromyography (sEMG), which will be used for rehabilitation. In thi...
This paper proposes a new solution to multi-target joint detection, tracking and classification based on labeled random finite set (RFS) and belief function theory. A class dependent multi-model marginal generalized labeled multi-Bernoulli (MGLMB) fi...
In order to ensure driving safety and comfort, it is necessary to figure out the complex interaction between continuous welded rail (CWR) and suspension bridges for high-speed railway. A spatial finite element model for a 1092 m main span suspension...
Fifth generation (5G) networks support ultra-reliable low-latency communications (URLLC) and enhanced mobile broadband (eMBB). The coexistence of URLLC and eMBB is often organized by non-orthogonal multiple access (NOMA), giving priority to URLLC and...
The temperature regulation of nonlinear continuous stirred tank reactor (CSTR) processes remains a challenging control problem due to strong nonlinearities, time-delay effects, and sensitivity to disturbances and parameter variations. Conventional pr...
Quadrotor UAV-based aeromagnetic survey for mineral exploration has become a crucial solution in modern airborne geophysics due to its prominent advantages of cost-effectiveness and high efficiency. During the detection process, the magnetic anomaly...
Road infrastructure serves as a foundational driver of a nation’s economic and cultural growth. Incorporating life cycle cost analysis (LCCA), as well as considerations of availability and environmental impact, enables policymakers to make stra...
In this paper, the real-time joint stiffness configuration strategy of a series parallel hybrid 7-DOF (degree of freedom) humanoid manipulator with flexible joints in continuous motion is studied. Firstly, considering the potential human robot accide...
The fatigue weak area of aluminum alloy for a friction stir-welded joint is investigated based on the hardness profile, the residual stress measurement and the simulation analysis of fatigue property. The maximum residual stresses appeared at the hea...
Aim: It is well documented that static stretching acutely increases range of motion (ROM) in a dose-dependent manner. However, most previous studies have utilized intermittent stretching protocols, and it is not known if intermittent and continuous s...
Beam–column connections (joints) are one of the most critical elements which govern the overall seismic behavior of reinforced concrete (RC) structures. Especially in buildings designed according to previous generation codes, joints are often e...
In this study, the measured track impact factor induced by the wheel–rail contact impact force of each test section (two continuous welded rails on slab tracks and rail joint on a ballasted track) was compared with the design track impact facto...
In this paper, TC4 titanium alloy pipes were achieved by continuous drive friction welding, metallographic microscope and microhardness tester were used to evaluate the microstructure and the hardness of the joints, and the effect of friction pressur...
The implementation of surface electromyographic (sEMG) signals in the interaction between human beings and machines is an important line of research. In the system of human–machine interaction, continuous-motion-estimation-based control plays a...
This work deals with jerk–continuous trajectory planning for robotic manipulators by means of the fourth-order S-curve to ensure motion smoothness. The algorithm presented in this work can cause the acceleration and jerk to stay in a saturated...
Large-dimension complex integral thin-shell components are widely used in advanced transportation equipment. However, with the dimensional limitations of raw blanks and the manufacturing process, there are inhomogeneous geometric and mechanical prope...
In complex geological environments, the discontinuous dynamic response behavior of jointed rock masses under the coupled effects of in situ stress and transient dynamic disturbances significantly exacerbates the risk of surrounding rock instability....
Laser beam welding of copper (Cu) using near-infrared radiation is extremely challenging due to its high thermal conductivity and large laser reflectivity. In the present study, the challenges and benefits of using spatial beam oscillation during qua...
Continuous joint angle estimation based on a surface electromyography (sEMG) signal can be used to improve the man-machine coordination performance of the exoskeleton. In this study, we proposed a time-advanced feature and utilized long short-term me...
Surface electromyographic (sEMG) signal-driven joint-angle estimation plays a critical role in intelligent rehabilitation systems, as its accuracy directly affects both control performance and rehabilitation efficacy. This study proposes a continuous...
Continuous passive motion (CPM) machines are commonly used after various knee surgeries, but information on tibiofemoral forces (TFFs) during CPM cycles is limited. This study aimed to explore the changing trend of TFFs during CPM cycles under variou...
Surface electromyography (sEMG) offers a novel method in human–machine interactions (HMIs) since it is a distinct physiological electrical signal that conceals human movement intention and muscle information. Unfortunately, the nonlinear and no...
The continuous drive friction welding of 6061-T6 Al and copper was investigated herein. The results show that with an increase in rotation speed, the width of the welded zone was gradually increased with the generation of higher temperatures, and the...
The proliferation of the Internet and mobile devices has made it increasingly easy to propagate rumors on social media. Widespread rumors can incite public panic and have detrimental effects on individuals. In recent years, researchers have found tha...
It is significant to monitor the leakage at the joints of the diaphragm walls of subway station foundation pits to check the weak links in the waterproof quality of the diaphragm wall structure. It is essential to take effective waterproof measuremen...
Compared to traditional onsite steel construction, prefabricated industrial steel construction (PFISC) saves time, money, and resources. It results in sustainable steel structures that use fewer resources and are better for the environment. Despite t...
This work investigates a new sensing technology for use in robotic human–machine interface (HMI) applications. The proposed method uses near E-field sensing to measure small changes in the limb surface topography due to muscle actuation over ti...
To study the mechanical properties of steel–concrete joints during construction, the Mao Port Bridge in Shanghai is used as a case study. The mechanical properties of the bridge and the joint under the construction conditions were studied based...
The aim of the present study was to predict the kinematics of the knee and the ankle joints during a squat training task of different intensities. Lower limb surface electromyographic (sEMG) signals and the 3-D kinematics of lower extremity joints we...
The structural segmentation of wind turbine blades offers advantages in transportation, manufacturing, and maintenance; however, it introduces interfaces that may compromise load transfer and fatigue performance. This study presents the experimental...
The intelligent development of continuous casting quality engineering is an essential step for the efficient production of high-quality billets. However, there are many quality defects that require strong expertise for handling. In order to reduce re...
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