Mechanics And Materials

by Seung Bok Choi (Editor), Yun-Hae Kim (Editor)

This book deals with both mathematical modeling and experimental studies related to systems relevant for various civil engineering fields. The book explores the intriguing effects of phenomena occurring at lower length scales on the behavior at higher scales, as the influence of polypropylene macro-fiber thickness in fiber-reinforced concrete mechanical strengths. Generally speaking, the book addresses several key topics, including artificial intelligence applied to the control and monitoring of construction site personnel, finite element models for endplate beam-to-column connections under various load conditions, random functionally graded micropolar beams, and many others. The book explores the design and study of microstructures aimed at increasing the toughness and durability of novel materials in building and construction, based also on the re-utilization of residues and wastes of metallurgical industry produces. In conclusion, the book highlights innovative approaches to various fields of civil engineering, including microstructures for enhanced mechanical properties, offering insights into design strategies.

This publication is collected by results of the International conference "Technological Advancements in Materials and Manufacturing for Industrial Environment" (TAMMIE16) and include papers related with research and design of modern structural materials and with technologies of material processing, machines for use of solar power and in area of general machinery. We hope this collection will be useful for many readers whose activity is focused on modern mechanical engineering and industrial production.

Collection of selected, peer reviewed papers from the 2014 International Conference on Robotics (ICAMaT & ROBOTICS 2014), joined with ICAMaT 2014 and POLCOM 2014, October 23-24, 2014, Bucharest, Romania.

This book is designed as a software-based lab book to complement a standard textbook in a mechanics of material course, which is usually taught at the undergraduate level.