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Optimal dimensioning for the corner combined footings

  • Lopez-Chavarria, Sandra;Luevanos-Rojas, Arnulfo;Medina-Elizondo, Manuel
    • Advances in Computational Design
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    • v.2 no.2
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    • pp.169-183
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    • 2017
  • This paper shows optimal dimensioning for the corner combined footings to obtain the most economical contact surface on the soil (optimal area), due to an axial load, moment around of the axis "X" and moment around of the axis "Y" applied to each column. The proposed model considers soil real pressure, i.e., the pressure varies linearly. The classical model is developed by trial and error, i.e., a dimension is proposed, and after, using the equation of the biaxial bending is obtained the stress acting on each vertex of the corner combined footing, which must meet the conditions following: 1) Minimum stress should be equal or greater than zero, because the soil is not withstand tensile. 2) Maximum stress must be equal or less than the allowable capacity that can be capable of withstand the soil. Numerical examples are presented to illustrate the validity of the optimization techniques to obtain the minimum area of corner combined footings under an axial load and moments in two directions applied to each column.

Dimensioning leaky bucket parameters considering the cell delay variation (셀 지연 변이를 고려한 리키 버킷 계수 결정 방법)

  • 이준원;이병기
    • Journal of the Korean Institute of Telematics and Electronics A
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    • v.32A no.8
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    • pp.31-38
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    • 1995
  • In this paper, we consider the leaky bucket parameter dimensioning problem in the presence of the cell delay variation(CDV) which arises at the customer premises network dud to the multiplexing with other traffic streams. We consider an ATM multiplexer in which a single CBR stream and several heterogeneous VBR traffic streams are multiplexed. Choosing an MMPP model for the bursty traffic streams, we derive an (MMPP+DD)/D/1/K queueing model for the evaluation of the CDV experienced by the CBR stream. We first evaluate the equilibrium queue length distribution embedded at tagged-cell arrival-time instants, based on whcih we calcuate the inter-cell time distribution and the distribution kof the number of tagged-cell departures in an arbitrary interval. Then we apply the analysis to the dimensionging problem of the leaky bucket parameters, examining how the employed traffic model affects the determination of the bucket size. Through numerical examples, we confirm that the Poisson traffic model can underestimate the bucket size, thus causing a considerable blocking probability for compliant use cells while the MMPP model can optimally design the bucket size which keeps the blocking probability under the target value.

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Numerical model for bolted T-stubs with two bolt rows

  • Daidie, Alain;Chakhari, Jamel;Zghal, Ali
    • Structural Engineering and Mechanics
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    • v.26 no.3
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    • pp.343-361
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    • 2007
  • This article presents a numerical tool for dimensioning two-threaded fasteners connecting prismatic parts subjected to fatigue tension loads that are coplanar with the screw axis. A simplified numerical model is developed from unidirectional finite elements, modeling the connected parts and screws with bent elements and the elastic contact layer between the parts with springs. An algorithm updating the contact stiffness matrix, calculating forces and displacements at each node of the structure and thus normal stresses in the screws in both static and fatigue is further developed using C language. An experimental study is also conducted in parallel with the numerical approach to validate the developed model assumptions, the numerical model and the 3D finite element results. Since stiffness values for the compressive zones in the parts are analytically difficult to determine, a statistical software method is used, from which a tuning factor is derived for identifying these stiffness values. The method is also applied to set out the influence of each parameter on the fatigue behaviour of each screw. Finally, the developed model will be used to establish a new, sophisticated, fast and accurate tool for dimensioning bolted mechanical structures.

Design analysis of the optimum configuration of self-anchored cable-stayed suspension bridges

  • Lonetti, Paolo;Pascuzzo, Arturo
    • Structural Engineering and Mechanics
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    • v.51 no.5
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    • pp.847-866
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    • 2014
  • This paper describes a formulation to predict optimum post-tensioning forces and cable dimensioning for self-anchored cable-stayed suspension bridges. The analysis is developed with respect to both dead and live load configurations, taking into account design constrains concerning serviceability and ultimate limit states. In particular, under dead loads, the analysis is developed with the purpose to calculate the post-tensioning cable forces to achieve minimum deflections for both girder and pylons. Moreover, under live loads, for each cable elements, the lowest required cross-section area is determined, which verifies prescriptions, under ultimate or serviceability limit states, on maximum allowable stresses and bridge deflections. The final configuration is obtained by means of an iterative procedure, which leads to a progressive definition of the stay, hanger and main cable characteristics, concerning both post-tensioning cable stresses and cross-sections. The design procedure is developed in the framework of a FE modeling, by using a refined formulation of the bridge components, taking into account of geometric nonlinearities involved in the bridge components. The results demonstrate that the proposed method can be easily utilized to predict the cable dimensioning also in the framework of long span bridge structures, in which typically more complexities are expected in view of the large number of variables involved in the design analysis.

Joint routing, link capacity dimensioning, and switch port optimization for dynamic traffic in optical networks

  • Khan, Akhtar Nawaz;Khan, Zawar H.;Khattak, Khurram S.;Hafeez, Abdul
    • ETRI Journal
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    • v.43 no.5
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    • pp.799-811
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    • 2021
  • This paper considers a challenging problem: to simultaneously optimize the cost and the quality of service in opaque wavelength division multiplexing (WDM) networks. An optimization problem is proposed that takes the information including network topology, traffic between end nodes, and the target level of congestion at each link/ node in WDM networks. The outputs of this problem include routing, link channel capacities, and the optimum number of switch ports locally added/dropped at all switch nodes. The total network cost is reduced to maintain a minimum congestion level on all links, which provides an efficient trade-off solution for the network design problem. The optimal information is utilized for dynamic traffic in WDM networks, which is shown to achieve the desired performance with the guaranteed quality of service in different networks. It was found that for an average link blocking probability equal to 0.015, the proposed model achieves a net channel gain in terms of wavelength channels (𝛾w) equal to 35.72 %, 39.09 %, and 36.93 % compared to shortest path first routing and 𝛾w equal to 29.41 %, 37.35 %, and 27.47 % compared to alternate routing in three different networks.

Performance Assessment of an Access Point for Human Data and Machine Data

  • Lee, Hoon
    • The Journal of Korean Institute of Communications and Information Sciences
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    • v.40 no.6
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    • pp.1081-1090
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    • 2015
  • This work proposes a theoretic framework for the performance assessment of an access point in the IP network that accommodates MD (Machine Data) and HD (Human Data). First, we investigate typical resource allocation methods in LTE for MD and HD. After that we carry out a Max-Min analysis about the surplus and deficiency of network resource seen from MD and HD. Finally, we evaluate the performance via numerical experiment.

A Computer Aided Drawing Check System(Local Dimension Check) (컴퓨터지원에 의한 설계도면 검증시스템)

  • ;Ono, T.;Tsujio, S.
    • 제어로봇시스템학회:학술대회논문집
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    • 1992.10a
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    • pp.513-518
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    • 1992
  • We are now doing research for the drawing check of local parts in mechanical drawing made by a CAD system. It needs the recognition of drawing elements with respect to the local parts. Because, we usually abbreviate the dimensioning in the mutually related drawing elements. This paper is concerned with a computer aided supporting system to the dimension check and recognition of local parts in mechanical drawings. This sytem has been applied to some examples and we have confirmed the feasibility of this checking method.

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Introduction of Fire Protection Technology and Its Design Method of Offshore Facilities (해양플랜트의 방화대책 및 설계기술 소개)

  • Koo, Myeong Jun;Choi, Jae Woong;Yoon, Ho Byung
    • Transactions of the KSME C: Technology and Education
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    • v.1 no.1
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    • pp.49-57
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    • 2013
  • The dimensioning accidental loads have been selected through suitable quantitative risk assessment and generally utilized important factors for offshore facility design. The fire hazard can be quantified with dimensioning fire loads. The main purposes of fire protection are to maintain the functionality of safety systems within evacuation period and to prevent the escalation from initial fire to uncontrolled catastrophic fire. This paper introduces the applications and the design methods of active and passive fire protections as representative measures of fire protection of offshore facilities. The passive fire protection requires the high initial installation cost and much difficulty on the operation of facilities and their maintenance. The oil major clients have asked the design contractors of offshore facilities to optimize the amount of passive fire protection with relevant engineering technology recently.

Performance Evaluation of Signaling and Data Traffic in UMTS Packet Core Networks (UMTS 패킷 코아 망에서 신호 및 데이터 트래픽 성능 분석)

  • Kim, Byung-Chul;Lee, Jae-Yong
    • Journal of the Institute of Electronics Engineers of Korea TC
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    • v.41 no.4
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    • pp.25-34
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    • 2004
  • UMTS network, evolved from GSM, includes packet core network that consists of SGSNS and GGSNs. Service providers should consider subscriber mobility, location registration, and subscriber distribution when designing packet core networks and network elements. Since one of the major traffic sources for IMT-2000 will be data which has bursty characteristics, new design guidelines for dimensioning of SGSN and GGSN should be proposed under various constraints of system parameters. In this paper, we first evaluate the performance of signaling traffic for packet call subscribers. After that, we also obtain the impact of bursty data traffic on the SGSN and GGSN by simulation, and suggest new dimensioning guidelines for packet core network of UMTS under various environments.

A Profile Tolerance Usage in GD&T for Precision Manufacturing (정밀제조를 위한 기하공차에서의 윤곽공차 사용)

  • Kim, Kyung-Wook;Chang, Sung-Ho
    • Journal of Korean Society of Industrial and Systems Engineering
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    • v.40 no.2
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    • pp.145-149
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    • 2017
  • One of the challenges facing precision manufacturers is the increasing feature complexity of tight tolerance parts. All engineering drawings must account for the size, form, orientation, and location of all features to ensure manufacturability, measurability, and design intent. Geometric controls per ASME Y14.5 are typically applied to specify dimensional tolerances on engineering drawings and define size, form, orientation, and location of features. Many engineering drawings lack the necessary geometric dimensioning and tolerancing to allow for timely and accurate inspection and verification. Plus-minus tolerancing is typically ambiguous and requires extra time by engineering, programming, machining, and inspection functions to debate and agree on a single conclusion. Complex geometry can result in long inspection and verification times and put even the most sophisticated measurement equipment and processes to the test. In addition, design, manufacturing and quality engineers are often frustrated by communication errors over these features. However, an approach called profile tolerancing offers optimal definition of design intent by explicitly defining uniform boundaries around the physical geometry. It is an efficient and effective method for measurement and quality control. There are several advantages for product designers who use position and profile tolerancing instead of linear dimensioning. When design intent is conveyed unambiguously, manufacturers don't have to field multiple question from suppliers as they design and build a process for manufacturing and inspection. Profile tolerancing, when it is applied correctly, provides manufacturing and inspection functions with unambiguously defined tolerancing. Those data are manufacturable and measurable. Customers can see cost and lead time reductions with parts that consistently meet the design intent. Components can function properly-eliminating costly rework, redesign, and missed market opportunities. However a supplier that is poised to embrace profile tolerancing will no doubt run into resistance from those who would prefer the way things have always been done. It is not just internal naysayers, but also suppliers that might fight the change. In addition, the investment for suppliers can be steep in terms of training, equipment, and software.