For studying the driving role of dynamic pressure in water-induced damage of asphalt pavement, based on the fast Lagrangian finite difference method and Biot dynamic consolidation theory, fluid-solid coupling analysis...For studying the driving role of dynamic pressure in water-induced damage of asphalt pavement, based on the fast Lagrangian finite difference method and Biot dynamic consolidation theory, fluid-solid coupling analysis of the pavement is conducted considering asphalt mixtures as porous media. Results reveal that the development and dissipation of the dynamic pore pressure are coinstantaneous and this makes both the positive and negative dynamic pore pressure and seepage force alternate with time. Repetitive hydrodynamic pumping and sucking during moisture damage is proved. The dynamic pore pressure increases with vehicle velocity. Effective stress and deflection of pavement decrease due to the dynamic pore water pressure. However, the emulsification and replacement of the asphalt membrane by water are accelerated. The maximum dynamic pore pressure occurs at the bottom of the surface course. So it is suggested that a drain course should be set up to change the draining condition from single-sided drain to a two-sided drain, and thus moisture damage can be effectively limited.展开更多
In order to analyze the pavement stress caused by vehicle bumping at an approach slab, a simplified four-wheeled bi- axle vehicle-moving model is proposed. The effect of damping and vibration reduction in the process ...In order to analyze the pavement stress caused by vehicle bumping at an approach slab, a simplified four-wheeled bi- axle vehicle-moving model is proposed. The effect of damping and vibration reduction in the process of vehicle-moving is not considered. Based on the position change of vehicle wheels at the approach slab, the vehicle dynamic vibration equations are summarized. Meanwhile, the undetermined coefficients of the vibration equations are obtained using the boundary and initial conditions of the vehicle. The analytical motion solutions of rear and front wheels at different stages are concluded. Consequently, a four-wheeled vehicle model is developed and vibration equations are provided, which can be used to analyze the impact of complicated stress on pavement. The results show that the excessive stress and stress concentration will occur at the approach slab, and it needs to be strengthened.展开更多
Field cores from typical cracking locations were tested by the semi-circular bending test and the digital image correlation method to evaluate the anti-fatigue performance of different asphalt pavements. Test results ...Field cores from typical cracking locations were tested by the semi-circular bending test and the digital image correlation method to evaluate the anti-fatigue performance of different asphalt pavements. Test results were analyzed by different fatigue models. Causes of fatigue cracking for different pavement sections were determined by extraction and sieving test results. It is found that the ranking (from high to low) in terms of the anti-fatigue performance for field cores is the crumb rubber modified asphalt mixture, densegraded modified asphalt mixture, continuous graded asphalt treated base, gap-graded stone asphalt concrete, and half open-graded asphalt macadam. Compared with the half opengraded asphalt macadam, the fatigue life of the crumb rubber modified asphalt mixture improves by 2. 0 to 3. 8 times. Fatigue lives of different mixtures and distress ratios of actual pavements can be accurately predicted by the dissipated energy density ratio. Causes of fatigue cracking vary with mixture types.展开更多
In order to study the application of gyratory compaction molding method in emulsified asphalt cold recycled mixture and optimize the relevant technical parameters, the study was carried out according to splitting stre...In order to study the application of gyratory compaction molding method in emulsified asphalt cold recycled mixture and optimize the relevant technical parameters, the study was carried out according to splitting strength, stability and water stability test;the design of the experiment involved changing gyration number, emulsified asphalt and water content, molded specimen temperature and other factors to analyze the volume parameters, mechanical properties and water stability. The results show that both the maximum dry density and dry and wet splitting strength ratio(DWSSR) of emulsified asphalt cold reclaimed mixture are improved by the rotary compacting method, while the porosity and the optimal dosage of water are reduced. Furthermore, with the increase of compaction times, the porosity and splitting strength index both change exponentially. DWSSR and porosity are consistent with quadratic functions. The use of gyratory compaction for 70 times at 25 °C and the optimum dosage of emulsified asphalt can be determined based on the splitting strength ratio. The high-temperature stability and water damage resistance of the pavement can be improved by the use of rotary compacting method effectively, and the early strength and road performance are higher than the regulatory requirements.展开更多
The rutting and low-temperature resistances of warm-mix recycled asphalt binders under the secondary aging condition were measured by the dynamic shear rheometer test and bending beam rheometer test.Effects of differe...The rutting and low-temperature resistances of warm-mix recycled asphalt binders under the secondary aging condition were measured by the dynamic shear rheometer test and bending beam rheometer test.Effects of different types of warm-mix asphalt(WMA)technologies and additives were evaluated.Aging and improvement mechanisms were investigated by the Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy test.It is found that recycled binders after the secondary aging are more resistant to rutting and less resistant to low-temperature cracking.The two warm-mix asphalt technologies have opposite effects.Using the Sasobit WMA significantly improves the rutting resistance and reduces the low temperature resistance for the recycled binders due to its morphological change at different temperatures.The rutting factor values of recycled asphalt binders with the Sasobit additive increase by 4.6 to 5.6 times.However,using the Evotherm WMA causes the deterioration of the rutting resistance due to the structural lubrication effect.The rutting factor values of recycled asphalt binders with the Evotherm additive show the reduction of 52%to 62%.It is recommended to add the styrene butadiene rubber latex or crumb rubber powder into the warm-mix recycled asphalt binders to simultaneously improve the rutting and low-temperature cracking resistances.展开更多
The dynamic response of an infinite beam placed on a Pasternak foundation when the system was subjected to a moving load was investigated.We used the double Fourier transform and its inversion to solve the formulation...The dynamic response of an infinite beam placed on a Pasternak foundation when the system was subjected to a moving load was investigated.We used the double Fourier transform and its inversion to solve the formulations of the problem.A closed form analytic solution of the beam was obtained by the theorem of residues.We selected a numerical example to illustrate the dynamic response of the beam on Pasternak and Winkler foundations,respectively.We discuss the effect of the moving load velocity on the dynamic displacement response of the beam.The maximum deflection of the beam increases slightly with increased load velocity but increases significantly with reduced shear modulus of subgrade at a given velocity.The maximum deflection of a beam resting on a Pasternak foundation is much smaller than that of a beam on a Winkler foundation.展开更多
Two different reinforcing methodologies are applied:modification of the overlay characteristics by adding chopped glass fibers to the hot mixture asphalt (HMA) and reinforcing asphalt overlay with glass grids.Theor...Two different reinforcing methodologies are applied:modification of the overlay characteristics by adding chopped glass fibers to the hot mixture asphalt (HMA) and reinforcing asphalt overlay with glass grids.Theory of fracture mechanics (FM) is employed to determine crack growth rates for the suggested anti-cracking overlay systems.Asphalt mixture designing tests,three point bending tests and fatigue crack propagation tests were carried out.The critical stress intensity factors KIC are determined for plain and reinforced asphalt concrete.Depending on the fatigue crack propagation,the crack growth rate is determined for each type of anti-cracking system and the cracking process is also analyzed.One of the significant points in this study is the attempt to give better understanding of the crack propagation for multilayer asphaltic overlay or what are suggested herein to be called composite structure anti-cracking overlay system.The results indicate that the reinforcing materials improve anti-cracking characteristics of the asphalt concrete.Composite structure anti-cracking overlay gives a good solution for the reflective cracking phenomenon over old cracked pavements.展开更多
A method of ascertaining grade length limitation of freeways in mountain terrain is presented. The relationship models between 15 th percentile speeds and grades were built through the surveys and analyses of operatio...A method of ascertaining grade length limitation of freeways in mountain terrain is presented. The relationship models between 15 th percentile speeds and grades were built through the surveys and analyses of operation speeds on 7 typical sections of 3 freeways in mountain terrain. Using 15 thpercentile and 85 th percentile as speed limitations, the methods of determining admitted velocities were put forward according to the grades. Deceleration distances of longitudinal slopeways were analyzed utilizing the theories of vehicle. According to the results of analysis, grade length limitation was loosed. Finally the values of grade length limitation for freeways were put forward. The results could be used as references for freeway design.展开更多
Compacted loess is widely used as fills of road embankments in loess regions of northern China.Generally, densely-compacted loess can satisfy the requirements of embankment strength and postconstruction deformation. H...Compacted loess is widely used as fills of road embankments in loess regions of northern China.Generally, densely-compacted loess can satisfy the requirements of embankment strength and postconstruction deformation. However, uneven subsidence, pavement cracks and other related damages can affect the integrity of loess subgrade after several years of operation,and even cause some hazards, especially in North China, where the strong freeze-thaw erosion occurs. In this study, cyclic freeze-thaw tests for both densely and loosely compacted loess samples were performed to determine the variation in engineering properties such as volume, void ratio, collapsible settlement,microstructure, and the related mechanisms were addressed. The experimental results showed that an obvious water migration and redistribution occurred within the samples during freeze-thaw cycles. Ice lenses and fissures could be identified in the upper frozen layers of the samples. After freeze-thaw cycles,the dry densities of the upper layers of samples changed significantly due to strong freeze-thaw erosion. The dry densities decreased for the dense sample and increased for the loose sample. It can be found that dense samples become loose, while loose samples became dense with the increasing number of freeze-thaw cycles. Their related void ratios changed reversely. Both void ratios tended to fall into a certain range, which verified the concept of a residual void ratio proposed by Viklander. The loosening process of densely compacted samples involves the formation of large pores, volume increase and density reduction as well as the related changes in mechanical properties because freeze-thaw cycles may be important contribution to problems of loess road embankments.Adverse effects of freeze-thaw cycles, therefore,should be taken into account in selecting loess parameters for the stability evaluation of road embankment in seasonally frozen ground regions.展开更多
The successful completion of the Zhengzhou-Xi'an high-speed railway project has greatly improved the construction level of China's large-section loess tunnels, and has resulted in significant progress being made in ...The successful completion of the Zhengzhou-Xi'an high-speed railway project has greatly improved the construction level of China's large-section loess tunnels, and has resulted in significant progress being made in both design theory and construction technology. This paper systematically summarizes the tech- nical characteristics and main problems of the large-section loess tunnels on China's high-speed railway, including classification of the surrounding rock, design of the supporting structure, surface settlement and cracking control, and safe and rapid construction methods. On this basis, the key construction tech- niques of loess tunnels with large sections for high-speed railway are expounded from the aspects of design and construction. The research results show that the classification of loess strata surrounding large tunnels should be based on the geological age of the loess, and be determined by combining the plastic index and the water content. In addition, the influence of the buried depth should be considered. During tunnel excavation disturbance, if the tensile stress exceeds the soil tensile or shear strength, the surface part of the sliding trend plane can be damaged, and visible cracks can form. The pressure of the surrounding rock of a large-section loess tunnel should be calculated according to the buried depth, using the corresponding formula. A three-bench seven-step excavation method of construction was used as the core technology system to ensure the safe and rapid construction of a large-section loess tunnel, following a field test to optimize the construction parameters and determine the engineering measures to stabilize the tunnel face. The conclusions and methods presented here are of great significance in revealing the strata and supporting mechanics of large-section loess tunnels, and in optimizing the supporting structure design and the technical parameters for construction.展开更多
The paper seeks to examine the cultural aspects of the two initiatives to justify the fact that enhancing cultural connections is a two way process and would certainly enable both civilizations to learn from each othe...The paper seeks to examine the cultural aspects of the two initiatives to justify the fact that enhancing cultural connections is a two way process and would certainly enable both civilizations to learn from each other. B&R's people-to-people bond strategy and Mausam's initiative to revive cultural linkages are not contradictory in nature but supplement each other. In the backdrop of Doklam Stand-off, the shaken mutual trust between the two neighbors can be healed by further increasing cultural and people-to-people contacts.展开更多
The "Education and training plan of excellence engineers" is the base to comprehensively improve the training quality of the engineering talents, and is the power and guarantee of our country to march towards the gr...The "Education and training plan of excellence engineers" is the base to comprehensively improve the training quality of the engineering talents, and is the power and guarantee of our country to march towards the great power of the engineering education fi'om the engineering educational power. In the training process, not only it is required to complete the training and improvement of the theoretical knowledge, the practical abilities and the engineering qualities in the colleges, but it also needs the active participation and the close cooperation of the enterprises. Therefore, the students will have the influence of the effects and edification from the university culture, the project culture and the enterprise culture, and will feel the power and benefits a variety of cultures bring about by interleaving. This paper expounds the important position and the function of the university culture, the project culture, and the enterprise culture in the personal training, and elucidates that the complete fusion of the three is the social ideal and support to complete the task of cultivating the outstanding engineers.展开更多
基金The National Natural Science Foundation of China (No.50708056)Reward Fund for Excellent Young and Middle-Aged Scientists of Shandong Province(No.2008BS09015)+1 种基金the Natural Science Foundation of Shandong Province (No.Q2006F02)Key Technologies R & D Program of Shandong Province (No.2008GG10006009)
文摘For studying the driving role of dynamic pressure in water-induced damage of asphalt pavement, based on the fast Lagrangian finite difference method and Biot dynamic consolidation theory, fluid-solid coupling analysis of the pavement is conducted considering asphalt mixtures as porous media. Results reveal that the development and dissipation of the dynamic pore pressure are coinstantaneous and this makes both the positive and negative dynamic pore pressure and seepage force alternate with time. Repetitive hydrodynamic pumping and sucking during moisture damage is proved. The dynamic pore pressure increases with vehicle velocity. Effective stress and deflection of pavement decrease due to the dynamic pore water pressure. However, the emulsification and replacement of the asphalt membrane by water are accelerated. The maximum dynamic pore pressure occurs at the bottom of the surface course. So it is suggested that a drain course should be set up to change the draining condition from single-sided drain to a two-sided drain, and thus moisture damage can be effectively limited.
基金The Doctoral Program of Central South University (No. 2010ybfz048)the National High Technology Research and Development Program of China (863 Program) (No. 2007AA021908)
文摘In order to analyze the pavement stress caused by vehicle bumping at an approach slab, a simplified four-wheeled bi- axle vehicle-moving model is proposed. The effect of damping and vibration reduction in the process of vehicle-moving is not considered. Based on the position change of vehicle wheels at the approach slab, the vehicle dynamic vibration equations are summarized. Meanwhile, the undetermined coefficients of the vibration equations are obtained using the boundary and initial conditions of the vehicle. The analytical motion solutions of rear and front wheels at different stages are concluded. Consequently, a four-wheeled vehicle model is developed and vibration equations are provided, which can be used to analyze the impact of complicated stress on pavement. The results show that the excessive stress and stress concentration will occur at the approach slab, and it needs to be strengthened.
基金The National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.51308303)the Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province(No.BK20130980)+1 种基金Qing Lan Project,the Practice Innovation Training Program Projects for the Jiangsu College Students(No.201410298024Z)the Scientific Innovation Research of College Graduates in Jiangsu Province(No.SJLX15_0418)
文摘Field cores from typical cracking locations were tested by the semi-circular bending test and the digital image correlation method to evaluate the anti-fatigue performance of different asphalt pavements. Test results were analyzed by different fatigue models. Causes of fatigue cracking for different pavement sections were determined by extraction and sieving test results. It is found that the ranking (from high to low) in terms of the anti-fatigue performance for field cores is the crumb rubber modified asphalt mixture, densegraded modified asphalt mixture, continuous graded asphalt treated base, gap-graded stone asphalt concrete, and half open-graded asphalt macadam. Compared with the half opengraded asphalt macadam, the fatigue life of the crumb rubber modified asphalt mixture improves by 2. 0 to 3. 8 times. Fatigue lives of different mixtures and distress ratios of actual pavements can be accurately predicted by the dissipated energy density ratio. Causes of fatigue cracking vary with mixture types.
基金Projects(51708048,51704040)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of ChinaProject(17C0050)supported by the Scientific Research Project of Hunan Provincial Department of Education for General Scholars,China+1 种基金Project(kfj160103)supported by the Open Fund of State Engineering Laboratory of Highway Maintenance Technology(Changsha University of Science&Technology),ChinaProject supported by the Open Fund of Guangxi Key Lab of Road Structure and Materials,China
文摘In order to study the application of gyratory compaction molding method in emulsified asphalt cold recycled mixture and optimize the relevant technical parameters, the study was carried out according to splitting strength, stability and water stability test;the design of the experiment involved changing gyration number, emulsified asphalt and water content, molded specimen temperature and other factors to analyze the volume parameters, mechanical properties and water stability. The results show that both the maximum dry density and dry and wet splitting strength ratio(DWSSR) of emulsified asphalt cold reclaimed mixture are improved by the rotary compacting method, while the porosity and the optimal dosage of water are reduced. Furthermore, with the increase of compaction times, the porosity and splitting strength index both change exponentially. DWSSR and porosity are consistent with quadratic functions. The use of gyratory compaction for 70 times at 25 °C and the optimum dosage of emulsified asphalt can be determined based on the splitting strength ratio. The high-temperature stability and water damage resistance of the pavement can be improved by the use of rotary compacting method effectively, and the early strength and road performance are higher than the regulatory requirements.
基金The Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province(No.BK20181404)Qing Lan Project(2016)the Training Plan Project for Young Core Teachers of Nanjing Forestry University(2017).
文摘The rutting and low-temperature resistances of warm-mix recycled asphalt binders under the secondary aging condition were measured by the dynamic shear rheometer test and bending beam rheometer test.Effects of different types of warm-mix asphalt(WMA)technologies and additives were evaluated.Aging and improvement mechanisms were investigated by the Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy test.It is found that recycled binders after the secondary aging are more resistant to rutting and less resistant to low-temperature cracking.The two warm-mix asphalt technologies have opposite effects.Using the Sasobit WMA significantly improves the rutting resistance and reduces the low temperature resistance for the recycled binders due to its morphological change at different temperatures.The rutting factor values of recycled asphalt binders with the Sasobit additive increase by 4.6 to 5.6 times.However,using the Evotherm WMA causes the deterioration of the rutting resistance due to the structural lubrication effect.The rutting factor values of recycled asphalt binders with the Evotherm additive show the reduction of 52%to 62%.It is recommended to add the styrene butadiene rubber latex or crumb rubber powder into the warm-mix recycled asphalt binders to simultaneously improve the rutting and low-temperature cracking resistances.
文摘The dynamic response of an infinite beam placed on a Pasternak foundation when the system was subjected to a moving load was investigated.We used the double Fourier transform and its inversion to solve the formulations of the problem.A closed form analytic solution of the beam was obtained by the theorem of residues.We selected a numerical example to illustrate the dynamic response of the beam on Pasternak and Winkler foundations,respectively.We discuss the effect of the moving load velocity on the dynamic displacement response of the beam.The maximum deflection of the beam increases slightly with increased load velocity but increases significantly with reduced shear modulus of subgrade at a given velocity.The maximum deflection of a beam resting on a Pasternak foundation is much smaller than that of a beam on a Winkler foundation.
文摘Two different reinforcing methodologies are applied:modification of the overlay characteristics by adding chopped glass fibers to the hot mixture asphalt (HMA) and reinforcing asphalt overlay with glass grids.Theory of fracture mechanics (FM) is employed to determine crack growth rates for the suggested anti-cracking overlay systems.Asphalt mixture designing tests,three point bending tests and fatigue crack propagation tests were carried out.The critical stress intensity factors KIC are determined for plain and reinforced asphalt concrete.Depending on the fatigue crack propagation,the crack growth rate is determined for each type of anti-cracking system and the cracking process is also analyzed.One of the significant points in this study is the attempt to give better understanding of the crack propagation for multilayer asphaltic overlay or what are suggested herein to be called composite structure anti-cracking overlay system.The results indicate that the reinforcing materials improve anti-cracking characteristics of the asphalt concrete.Composite structure anti-cracking overlay gives a good solution for the reflective cracking phenomenon over old cracked pavements.
基金Sponsored by the Specialized Research Fund for the Doctoral Program of High Education(Grant No.20030213030)
文摘A method of ascertaining grade length limitation of freeways in mountain terrain is presented. The relationship models between 15 th percentile speeds and grades were built through the surveys and analyses of operation speeds on 7 typical sections of 3 freeways in mountain terrain. Using 15 thpercentile and 85 th percentile as speed limitations, the methods of determining admitted velocities were put forward according to the grades. Deceleration distances of longitudinal slopeways were analyzed utilizing the theories of vehicle. According to the results of analysis, grade length limitation was loosed. Finally the values of grade length limitation for freeways were put forward. The results could be used as references for freeway design.
基金supported by the National Key Basic Research Program of China(973 Program)(Grant No.2012CB026106)National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.41672310)+3 种基金the Science and Technology Major Project of Gansu Province(Grant No.143GKDA007)National key research and development program(2016YFC0802103)the West Light Foundation of CAS for Dr.G.Y.Li,Project of the State Key Laboratory of Frozen Soils Engineering of CAS(Grant No.SKLFSE-ZY-16)the STS research project of the Cold and Arid Regions Environmental and Engineering Research Institute(HHS-TSS-STS-1502)
文摘Compacted loess is widely used as fills of road embankments in loess regions of northern China.Generally, densely-compacted loess can satisfy the requirements of embankment strength and postconstruction deformation. However, uneven subsidence, pavement cracks and other related damages can affect the integrity of loess subgrade after several years of operation,and even cause some hazards, especially in North China, where the strong freeze-thaw erosion occurs. In this study, cyclic freeze-thaw tests for both densely and loosely compacted loess samples were performed to determine the variation in engineering properties such as volume, void ratio, collapsible settlement,microstructure, and the related mechanisms were addressed. The experimental results showed that an obvious water migration and redistribution occurred within the samples during freeze-thaw cycles. Ice lenses and fissures could be identified in the upper frozen layers of the samples. After freeze-thaw cycles,the dry densities of the upper layers of samples changed significantly due to strong freeze-thaw erosion. The dry densities decreased for the dense sample and increased for the loose sample. It can be found that dense samples become loose, while loose samples became dense with the increasing number of freeze-thaw cycles. Their related void ratios changed reversely. Both void ratios tended to fall into a certain range, which verified the concept of a residual void ratio proposed by Viklander. The loosening process of densely compacted samples involves the formation of large pores, volume increase and density reduction as well as the related changes in mechanical properties because freeze-thaw cycles may be important contribution to problems of loess road embankments.Adverse effects of freeze-thaw cycles, therefore,should be taken into account in selecting loess parameters for the stability evaluation of road embankment in seasonally frozen ground regions.
文摘The successful completion of the Zhengzhou-Xi'an high-speed railway project has greatly improved the construction level of China's large-section loess tunnels, and has resulted in significant progress being made in both design theory and construction technology. This paper systematically summarizes the tech- nical characteristics and main problems of the large-section loess tunnels on China's high-speed railway, including classification of the surrounding rock, design of the supporting structure, surface settlement and cracking control, and safe and rapid construction methods. On this basis, the key construction tech- niques of loess tunnels with large sections for high-speed railway are expounded from the aspects of design and construction. The research results show that the classification of loess strata surrounding large tunnels should be based on the geological age of the loess, and be determined by combining the plastic index and the water content. In addition, the influence of the buried depth should be considered. During tunnel excavation disturbance, if the tensile stress exceeds the soil tensile or shear strength, the surface part of the sliding trend plane can be damaged, and visible cracks can form. The pressure of the surrounding rock of a large-section loess tunnel should be calculated according to the buried depth, using the corresponding formula. A three-bench seven-step excavation method of construction was used as the core technology system to ensure the safe and rapid construction of a large-section loess tunnel, following a field test to optimize the construction parameters and determine the engineering measures to stabilize the tunnel face. The conclusions and methods presented here are of great significance in revealing the strata and supporting mechanics of large-section loess tunnels, and in optimizing the supporting structure design and the technical parameters for construction.
文摘The paper seeks to examine the cultural aspects of the two initiatives to justify the fact that enhancing cultural connections is a two way process and would certainly enable both civilizations to learn from each other. B&R's people-to-people bond strategy and Mausam's initiative to revive cultural linkages are not contradictory in nature but supplement each other. In the backdrop of Doklam Stand-off, the shaken mutual trust between the two neighbors can be healed by further increasing cultural and people-to-people contacts.
文摘The "Education and training plan of excellence engineers" is the base to comprehensively improve the training quality of the engineering talents, and is the power and guarantee of our country to march towards the great power of the engineering education fi'om the engineering educational power. In the training process, not only it is required to complete the training and improvement of the theoretical knowledge, the practical abilities and the engineering qualities in the colleges, but it also needs the active participation and the close cooperation of the enterprises. Therefore, the students will have the influence of the effects and edification from the university culture, the project culture and the enterprise culture, and will feel the power and benefits a variety of cultures bring about by interleaving. This paper expounds the important position and the function of the university culture, the project culture, and the enterprise culture in the personal training, and elucidates that the complete fusion of the three is the social ideal and support to complete the task of cultivating the outstanding engineers.