Director interlocks occur when a board member or an executive of a firm sits on the board of directors of another firm. As an essential social network application in the business world, interlocking directorates are documented to be non-trivial from...
This study examines the influence of board interlocks and former politicians on decisions regarding acquisitions in Spain. Our research suggests that board interlocks to other firms can positively influence operations in terms of acquisition scale. O...
Both managers and researchers closely examine the factors that motivate firms to explore new domains and acquire new knowledge in pursuit of greater innovation. Considering the role of demand-side factors in innovation, in this study, we investigate...
Diverse physical interlocking devices have recently been developed based on one-dimensional (1D), high-aspect-ratio inorganic and organic nanomaterials. Although these 1D nanomaterial-based interlocking devices can provide reliable and repeatable she...
Suppose there is a collection of n simple polygons in the plane, none of which overlap each other. The polygons are interlocked if no subset can be separated arbitrarily far from the rest. It is natural to ask the characterization of the subsets that...
Conventional concrete masonry construction consists of an assemblage of concrete blocks, mortar, grout, and steel reinforcement. While effective, this constructive method is constrained by its low productivity. In recent decades, advances in construc...
Rebar corrosion, which causes section loss of rebar, is one of the serious deterioration factors for RC structures. Section loss affects not only stiffness or load capacity but also interlock condition between lugs on deformed rebar and surrounding c...
The bending of topological interlocking (TI) plates under point loading is not smooth; it is accompanied by developing lines of localization commensurate with the symmetry of the interlocking assembly. Furthermore, the developed stage of deflection i...
In view of the risk of collision with humans or equipment arising from a lack of protection in the operation process of combined support and anchor equipment on the heading face, this paper designs a safety interlock system for combined support and a...
The framed structure infilled with a mortarless brick (MB) panel exhibits considerable in-plane energy dissipation because of the relative sliding between bricks and good out-of-plane stability resulting from the use of interlocking mechanisms. The c...
In areas where it is difficult to secure additional land for railways, a plan to increase rail transport capacity by widening existing embankments is required. When widening the embankment, additional stress is generated at the bottom of the existing...
Earthquakes are among of the most harmful and potentially fatal natural disasters. Masonry structures in seismic zones of urban and rural areas around the world pose a threat to human life. Housing that is both affordable and earthquake-resistant in...
2 November 2021
This study explored the important factors affecting drunk car/motorbike drivers’ willingness to use and pay for alcohol interlocks. Data were obtained through a survey upon choice-based sampling conducted in central Taiwan. Questionnaires were distri...
A new geometrical modeling tool has been developed to predict the elastic stiffness properties of 2D orthogonal and 2.5D woven interlock composites. The model estimates the change in performance due to changes in the ordering weaving parameters of th...
This study investigates the challenges of additively manufactured interlocking structures, emphasizing joinability issues due to thermal deformation. These challenges become pronounced when fabricating high-density structures without fully interconne...
The Mohr-Coulomb theory of strength identifies cohesion and internal friction as the two principal contributions to the shear strength of a granular material. The contribution of cohesion in over-compacted granular materials has been challenged and r...
While early studies on macroscopic self-assembly peaked in the late 20th century, recent research continues to explore and expand the field’s potential through innovative materials and external control strategies. To harness this potential, a u...
Background and Objectives: Freehand distal interlocking of intramedullary nails is technically demanding and prone to handling issues. It requires precise placement of a screw through the nail under fluoroscopy guidance and can result in a time consu...
Non-signalized intersections have only ever been suitable for low traffic flow; however, with the development of autonomous driving technology and new control methods, the operation efficiency of this kind of intersection may be improved. In view of...
This study examines the impact of interlocking directorate networks on the ESG performance of listed companies in China, offering insights into the role of informal institutions in shaping sustainable business practices. Employing social network anal...
Additive manufacturing provides new possibilities in product design compared to traditional manufacturing processes. Particularly additive material extrusion offers the freedom to combine multiple materials in a single component without additional st...
Corporate climate risk disclosure has become increasingly important globally in combating climate change and achieving sustainable development goals. This study examines the impact of interlocking director networks on corporate climate risk disclosur...
Co-continuous interlocking lattice structures usually present superior compressive properties and energy absorption characteristics. In this study, co-continuous interlocking polydimethylsiloxane/polylactic acid (PDMS/PLA) lattice composites were des...
The search for alternatives that can replace conventional materials extracted from nature is crucial for environmental sustainability. This is especially the case for construction and geotechnical engineering, as this sector is a major consumer of th...
An algebraic approach to the design of resource-efficient carbon-reinforced concrete structures is presented. Interdisciplinary research in the fields of mathematics and algebra on the one hand and civil engineering and concrete structures on the oth...
This study assessed the effect of slicer-made interlocking joints on 3D printed sandwich panels manufactured through fused filament fabrication (FFF) in terms of flexural properties and energy absorption. Composites were prepared with thermoplastic p...
A reduction in potable water demand in buildings could be made by using non-potable water for certain uses, such as flushing toilets. This represents a sustainable strategy that results in potable water savings while also using an underutilised resou...
The development of highly efficient and stable photoanodes is essential for advancing photoelectrochemical cathodic protection towards practical applications. Herein, a novel ternary sulfide heterojunction was engineered through the construction of a...
In an era focused on deepening green sustainable development, improving corporate ESG performance has become a theoretical focal point. Starting from the positional attributes of the interlocking director network, this study investigates the influenc...
This paper reports on using waste polyethylene to form plastic-bonded sand interlocking blocks for wall construction. The production process, mechanical properties, and failure mechanisms of three different interlocking block wall systems are reporte...
Since the removal of a metallic interlocking nail system leaves a blank cavity inside a healed bone, bioactive and biodegradation materials have been used instead to induce bone formation and eliminate complications of the material removal procedure....
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Interlocking masonry offers a potential route for using locally available desert sand in modular construction. However, the relationship between mixture properties and assembly performance remains insufficiently understood. This study investigated ce...
Fine aggregate and cement have been partially replaced by 10% and 56% crumb rubber and class F-fly ash, respectively, in order to manufacture rubberized concrete interlocking bricks (RCIBs). The newly developed product has been used for masonry const...
Semi-Interlocking Masonry (SIM) represents an innovative building system developed at the Centre for Infrastructure Performance and Reliability at the University of Newcastle, Australia. This system employs a unique approach to interlocking mortar-le...
The use of sugarcane residues in mortar and concrete is believed to contribute to the reduction of environmental problems, such as the reduction of mining of natural aggregates as well as the improper disposal of sugarcane residues. Therefore, in thi...
Friction stir welding (FSW) was employed to achieve a reliable joining of 2 mm thick dissimilar metals, 6061 aluminum alloy and AZ31B magnesium alloy. This study revealed the evolution of interfacial interlocking features and their impact on the mech...
This study investigates the realization and verification of safety-related functions of the KZ-MPC-MA national modular microprocessor-based railway interlocking system for Kazakhstan. The work focuses on the realization stage of the IEC 61508 safety...
This paper investigates the effects of warp yarns ratios on the ballistic performances of three-dimensional (3D) warp interlock p-aramid fabrics. Four 3D warp interlock variants with different binding and stuffer warp yarns ratios were designed and d...
This paper addresses the challenge of misalignment in cantilever-based mechanical interlocking structures used for the heterogeneous integration of integrated circuits (ICs). As IC applications expand into flexible and multi-functional platforms, pre...
The estimated production of world electronic waste until 2017 is approximately 6 Gt. Despite this enormous problem, there are no clear regulations regarding the orientation for disposal or treatment of this type of residuals in many countries. There...
SiDMACIB (Structurally informed Design of Masonry Assemblages Composed of Interlocking Blocks) is the first numerical model capable of extending the equilibrium problem of limit analysis to interlocking assemblies. Adopting the concave formulation, t...
Multiscale characterization of the textile preform made of natural fibers is an indispensable way to understand and assess the mechanical properties and behavior of composite. In this study, a multiscale experimental characterization is performed on...
During the design of automotive structures assembled using Self-Piercing Rivets (SPRs), a rivet and die combination is selected for each joint stack. To conduct extensive physical tensile testing on every joint combination to determine the range of s...
Carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) blades are often exposed to wild and even harsh environments. The durability of the blade can be greatly improved by adhesively bonding a Ni erosion shield to the leading edge. In a traditional bonding process,...
The demand for biodegradable, recyclable, natural composites with lightweight structures is driven by the fact that advanced structures can withstand quasi-static and dynamic loadings. This study examined the energy-absorbing characteristics of inter...
Materials used in the technical application including composite reinforcements and ballistic fabrics should show not only good mechanical performance but also better deformational behaviors. Meanwhile, three dimensional (3D) warp interlock fabrics ha...
Conventional adhesively bonded joints, such as single-lap, curved-lap, wavy-lap, double-lap, stepped-lap, and scarf joints, are widely used for aerospace, automotive, and medical applications. These adhesively bonded joints exhibit different load tra...
Rail interlocking systems follow the progress of technology and train speeds. Nowadays, new systems are designed based on microcontrollers and reliable software, requiring many hours of testing to ensure their proper functionality and bug-free coding...
The increasing use of multi-material automotive structures has intensified the demand for reliable joining technologies capable of integrating lightweight aluminum alloys with ultra-high-strength steels. This study investigated the formation mechanis...
This review critically examines the shear behaviour of fibre-reinforced polymer (FRP)–reinforced recycled aggregate concrete (RAC) members, with particular emphasis on the role of aggregate interlock degradation in governing shear transfer mech...
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