Topography can have signifi cant eff ects on seismic ground response during an earthquake because topographic irregularities cause considerable diff erences between the seismic waves emitted by the source and the wave...Topography can have signifi cant eff ects on seismic ground response during an earthquake because topographic irregularities cause considerable diff erences between the seismic waves emitted by the source and the waves reaching the ground surface. When a seismic motion happens in a topographically irregular area, seismic waves are trapped and refl ected between the topographic features. Therefore, the interaction between topographies can amplify seismic ground response. In order to reveal how interaction between topographies infl uences seismic response, several numerical fi nite element studies have been performed by using the ABAQUS program. The results show that topographic features a greater distance between the seismic source and the site would cause greater seismic motion amplifi cation and is perceptible for the hills far away from the source and the ridges. Also, site acceleration response is impacted by surrounding topography further than site velocity and displacement response.展开更多
Incremental dynamic analysis and nonlinear static pushover analysis are carried out on a performance-based design to determine the seismic demands and capacities of an elliptic braced moment resisting frame(ELBRF).The...Incremental dynamic analysis and nonlinear static pushover analysis are carried out on a performance-based design to determine the seismic demands and capacities of an elliptic braced moment resisting frame(ELBRF).The objective is to assess ductility,overstrength and response modification factors in a modern steel-braced structural system based on incremental dynamic analysis.This integrated system is connected to a beam and column with an appropriate length while providing enough architectural space to allow for an opening without having the common problems associated with architectural spaces in braced systems.Several different classes of buildings are considered on soil type II.Linear dynamic analysis,nonlinear static pushover analysis and incremental nonlinear dynamic analysis related to 12 records from past earthquakes are carried out using OpenSees software.The factors of ductility,overstrength and response modification are calculated for this system.The values of 9.5 and 6.5 are found and suggested only for the response modification factor for ELBRF systems in allowable stress and ultimate limit state methods,respectively.The fragility curves are plotted for the first time for this type of bracing,which contributes to the assessment of building seismic damage.展开更多
The effect of extrusion temperature and ratio on the microstructure, hardness, compression, and corrosion behavior of Mg-5Zn-1.5Y alloy were analyzed in this study. The microstructural observations revealed that the c...The effect of extrusion temperature and ratio on the microstructure, hardness, compression, and corrosion behavior of Mg-5Zn-1.5Y alloy were analyzed in this study. The microstructural observations revealed that the cast alloy consists of α-Mg grains, and Mg3Zn6Y and Mg3Zn3Y2 intermetallic compounds, mostly located on the α-Mg grain boundaries. Extruded alloy at higher temperatures showed coarser grain microstructures, whereas those extruded at higher ratios contained finer ones, although more dynamic recrystalized grains with lower intermetallics were measured at both conditions. Combined conditions of the lower temperature (340°C) and higher ratio (1:11.5) provided higher compressive strengths. However, no significant hardness improvement was achieved. The extrusion process could decrease the corrosion rate of the cast alloy in simulated body fluid for over 80% due to primarily the refined microstructure. The extrusion temperature showed a more pronounced effect on corrosion resistance compared to the extrusion ratio, and the higher the extrusion temperature, the higher the corrosion resistance.展开更多
Plasma electrolyte oxidation(PEO)is a surface treatment method with high dependency on the process parameters.This paper focuses on maximizing the corrosion resistance of PEO coatings applied on Mg-5Zn-0.4Ca(ZX504)all...Plasma electrolyte oxidation(PEO)is a surface treatment method with high dependency on the process parameters.This paper focuses on maximizing the corrosion resistance of PEO coatings applied on Mg-5Zn-0.4Ca(ZX504)alloy by optimizing the process parameiers.For this purpose,the Taguchi method based on LI8 orthogonal array with mixed level design was used for optimization and determining effective parameters.Main process factors including electrolyte concentration,current density,frequency and duty cycle were considered at different levels.The corrosion resistance,as the performance indicator,was obtained using electrochemical impedance spectroscopy technique.Surface characteristics were also evaluated using SEM(scanning electron microscopy),EDS(energy dispersive spectroscopy),profilometer and contact angle goniometer.The statistical analysis showed that the optimum condition could be obtained at a current density of 200 mA/cm^2,frequency of 500Hz and at a duty cycle of 30%,in an electrolyle containing 15 g/L NazPO·12H2O and 10g/L KF.展开更多
A numerical model is presented to investigate the performance of homogeneous charge compression ignition(HCCI) engines fueled with ethanol. Two approaches are studied. On one hand, two-step reaction mechanisms with Ar...A numerical model is presented to investigate the performance of homogeneous charge compression ignition(HCCI) engines fueled with ethanol. Two approaches are studied. On one hand, two-step reaction mechanisms with Arrhenius reaction rates are implemented in combustion chemistry modeling. On the other hand, a reduced mechanism containing important reactions of ethanol involving heat release rate and reaction rates compatible with experimental data is employed. Since controls of combustion phenomenon and ignition timing are the main issues of these engines, the effects of inlet temperature and equivalence ratio as the controlling factors on the operating parameters such as ignition timing, burn duration, in-cylinder temperature and pressure of HCCI engines are explored. The results show that the maximum predicted pressures for thermodynamic model are about 71.3×10~5 Pa and 79.79×10~5 Pa, and for chemical kinetic model, they are about 71.48×10~5 Pa and 78.123×10~5 Pa, fairly comparable with corresponding experimental values of 72×10~5 Pa and 78.7×10~5 Pa. It is observed that increasing the initial temperature advances the ignition timing, decreases the burn duration and increases the peak temperature and pressure. Moreover, the maximum temperature and pressure are associated with richer mixtures.展开更多
Due to their high specific strength and low density, magnesium alloys are widely used in many weight-saving applications. This research is aimed at investigating the microstructure and hardness of commercial AZ63 allo...Due to their high specific strength and low density, magnesium alloys are widely used in many weight-saving applications. This research is aimed at investigating the microstructure and hardness of commercial AZ63 alloy specimens subjected to two different thermomechanical treatments (TMTs). For the first TMT, after solution treated at the temperature of 380 ℃ for 20 h, AZ63 alloy specimens were 5% cold worked by rolling process followed by ageing at the temperatures of 150 ℃and 250 ℃ for 3, 9 and 25 h. In the second TMT, the specimens were solution treated at the temperature of 380 ℃ for 20 h, underwent 2% cold worked and quenched in water of 0 ℃. Half of the specimens were then 2% cold worked whilst the rest were rolled to 8% cold worked. All the specimens were then aged at the temperatures of 150 ℃ and 250 ℃ for 3, 9 and 25 h. Optical microscope was used to analyze the microstructures of the specimens. Hardness test was too conducted to measure the effect of the treatments on the specimens. Results show that two-step aging enhances the hardness of the specimens due to the distribution of fine β-phase (MglTA112) in the alloy matrix. The results also reveal that, the best hardness from the first TMT was produced by specimen that was pre-aged at 150 ℃ whereas, in the second TMT, aging at 250 ℃ exhibited the best hardness values.展开更多
We studied the effects of nanoparticles of organo-silane(NOS) compounds in the size range of20–80 nm on physical and mechanical properties in medium density fiberboard,and used NOS at four consumption levels of 0,5...We studied the effects of nanoparticles of organo-silane(NOS) compounds in the size range of20–80 nm on physical and mechanical properties in medium density fiberboard,and used NOS at four consumption levels of 0,50,100,and 150 g kg-1dry wood fibers.Density of all treatments was kept constant at 0.67 g cm-3.The water-repellent property of organo-silane significantly reduced water absorption(WA) and thickness swelling but mechanical properties declined due to the reduced proportion of wood-fiber as organo-silane was added to the matrix:the compression ratio of MDF panels and the integrity among wood-fibers both declined,resulting in reduced mechanical properties.We recommend use of 50 g of NOS/kg wood-fiber to improve WA and thickness swelling while retaining acceptable mechanical properties.展开更多
通过压入蠕变试验,研究Ca添加量(最高达4%,质量分数)对Mg-4Sn合金的显微组织和蠕变性能的影响。压入蠕变试验的操作温度为445~475K,归一化应力(σ/G,σ为应力;G为剪切模量)为0.0225~0.035。利用光学显微镜和扫描电子显微镜对样品的显微...通过压入蠕变试验,研究Ca添加量(最高达4%,质量分数)对Mg-4Sn合金的显微组织和蠕变性能的影响。压入蠕变试验的操作温度为445~475K,归一化应力(σ/G,σ为应力;G为剪切模量)为0.0225~0.035。利用光学显微镜和扫描电子显微镜对样品的显微组织进行研究。结果表明,Ca的加入量大于2%(质量分数)可抑制较不稳定Mg Sn2相的形成,从而使晶界处形成热稳定性较高的Ca-Mg-Sn相和Mg2Ca,提高Mg-4Sn合金的抗蠕变性能。根据压入蠕变试验所得的应力指数(6.04<n<6.89)和激活能(101.37 k J/mol<Q<113.8 k J/mol)可得出结论:管扩散攀移控制的位错蠕变是合金主要的蠕变机制。展开更多
In this paper,the stability and bifurcation analysis of symmetrical and asymmetrical micro-rotating shafts are investigated when the rotational speed is in the vicinity of the critical speed.With the help of Hamilton&...In this paper,the stability and bifurcation analysis of symmetrical and asymmetrical micro-rotating shafts are investigated when the rotational speed is in the vicinity of the critical speed.With the help of Hamilton's principle,nonlinear equations of motion are derived based on non-classical theories such as the strain gradient theory.In the dynamic modeling,the geometric nonlinearities due to strains,and strain gradients are considered.The bifurcations and steady state solution are compared between the classical theory and the non-classical theories.It is observed that using a non-classical theory has considerable effect in the steady-state response and bifurcations of the system.As a result,under the classical theory,the symmetrical shaft becomes completely stable in the least damping coefficient,while the asymmetrical shaft becomes completely stable in the highest damping coefficient.Under the modified strain gradient theory,the symmetrical shaft becomes completely stable in the least total eccentricity,and under the classical theory the asymmetrical shaft becomes completely stable in the highest total eccentricity.Also,it is shown that by increasing the ratio of the radius of gyration per length scale parameter,the results of the non-classical theory approach those of the classical theory.展开更多
文摘Topography can have signifi cant eff ects on seismic ground response during an earthquake because topographic irregularities cause considerable diff erences between the seismic waves emitted by the source and the waves reaching the ground surface. When a seismic motion happens in a topographically irregular area, seismic waves are trapped and refl ected between the topographic features. Therefore, the interaction between topographies can amplify seismic ground response. In order to reveal how interaction between topographies infl uences seismic response, several numerical fi nite element studies have been performed by using the ABAQUS program. The results show that topographic features a greater distance between the seismic source and the site would cause greater seismic motion amplifi cation and is perceptible for the hills far away from the source and the ridges. Also, site acceleration response is impacted by surrounding topography further than site velocity and displacement response.
文摘Incremental dynamic analysis and nonlinear static pushover analysis are carried out on a performance-based design to determine the seismic demands and capacities of an elliptic braced moment resisting frame(ELBRF).The objective is to assess ductility,overstrength and response modification factors in a modern steel-braced structural system based on incremental dynamic analysis.This integrated system is connected to a beam and column with an appropriate length while providing enough architectural space to allow for an opening without having the common problems associated with architectural spaces in braced systems.Several different classes of buildings are considered on soil type II.Linear dynamic analysis,nonlinear static pushover analysis and incremental nonlinear dynamic analysis related to 12 records from past earthquakes are carried out using OpenSees software.The factors of ductility,overstrength and response modification are calculated for this system.The values of 9.5 and 6.5 are found and suggested only for the response modification factor for ELBRF systems in allowable stress and ultimate limit state methods,respectively.The fragility curves are plotted for the first time for this type of bracing,which contributes to the assessment of building seismic damage.
文摘The effect of extrusion temperature and ratio on the microstructure, hardness, compression, and corrosion behavior of Mg-5Zn-1.5Y alloy were analyzed in this study. The microstructural observations revealed that the cast alloy consists of α-Mg grains, and Mg3Zn6Y and Mg3Zn3Y2 intermetallic compounds, mostly located on the α-Mg grain boundaries. Extruded alloy at higher temperatures showed coarser grain microstructures, whereas those extruded at higher ratios contained finer ones, although more dynamic recrystalized grains with lower intermetallics were measured at both conditions. Combined conditions of the lower temperature (340°C) and higher ratio (1:11.5) provided higher compressive strengths. However, no significant hardness improvement was achieved. The extrusion process could decrease the corrosion rate of the cast alloy in simulated body fluid for over 80% due to primarily the refined microstructure. The extrusion temperature showed a more pronounced effect on corrosion resistance compared to the extrusion ratio, and the higher the extrusion temperature, the higher the corrosion resistance.
基金the Ministry of Higher Education of Malaysia for the financial support (Vote No. Q.J130000.2524.04H18)Faculty of Mechanical Engineering of Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) for providing research facilities
文摘Plasma electrolyte oxidation(PEO)is a surface treatment method with high dependency on the process parameters.This paper focuses on maximizing the corrosion resistance of PEO coatings applied on Mg-5Zn-0.4Ca(ZX504)alloy by optimizing the process parameiers.For this purpose,the Taguchi method based on LI8 orthogonal array with mixed level design was used for optimization and determining effective parameters.Main process factors including electrolyte concentration,current density,frequency and duty cycle were considered at different levels.The corrosion resistance,as the performance indicator,was obtained using electrochemical impedance spectroscopy technique.Surface characteristics were also evaluated using SEM(scanning electron microscopy),EDS(energy dispersive spectroscopy),profilometer and contact angle goniometer.The statistical analysis showed that the optimum condition could be obtained at a current density of 200 mA/cm^2,frequency of 500Hz and at a duty cycle of 30%,in an electrolyle containing 15 g/L NazPO·12H2O and 10g/L KF.
文摘A numerical model is presented to investigate the performance of homogeneous charge compression ignition(HCCI) engines fueled with ethanol. Two approaches are studied. On one hand, two-step reaction mechanisms with Arrhenius reaction rates are implemented in combustion chemistry modeling. On the other hand, a reduced mechanism containing important reactions of ethanol involving heat release rate and reaction rates compatible with experimental data is employed. Since controls of combustion phenomenon and ignition timing are the main issues of these engines, the effects of inlet temperature and equivalence ratio as the controlling factors on the operating parameters such as ignition timing, burn duration, in-cylinder temperature and pressure of HCCI engines are explored. The results show that the maximum predicted pressures for thermodynamic model are about 71.3×10~5 Pa and 79.79×10~5 Pa, and for chemical kinetic model, they are about 71.48×10~5 Pa and 78.123×10~5 Pa, fairly comparable with corresponding experimental values of 72×10~5 Pa and 78.7×10~5 Pa. It is observed that increasing the initial temperature advances the ignition timing, decreases the burn duration and increases the peak temperature and pressure. Moreover, the maximum temperature and pressure are associated with richer mixtures.
文摘Due to their high specific strength and low density, magnesium alloys are widely used in many weight-saving applications. This research is aimed at investigating the microstructure and hardness of commercial AZ63 alloy specimens subjected to two different thermomechanical treatments (TMTs). For the first TMT, after solution treated at the temperature of 380 ℃ for 20 h, AZ63 alloy specimens were 5% cold worked by rolling process followed by ageing at the temperatures of 150 ℃and 250 ℃ for 3, 9 and 25 h. In the second TMT, the specimens were solution treated at the temperature of 380 ℃ for 20 h, underwent 2% cold worked and quenched in water of 0 ℃. Half of the specimens were then 2% cold worked whilst the rest were rolled to 8% cold worked. All the specimens were then aged at the temperatures of 150 ℃ and 250 ℃ for 3, 9 and 25 h. Optical microscope was used to analyze the microstructures of the specimens. Hardness test was too conducted to measure the effect of the treatments on the specimens. Results show that two-step aging enhances the hardness of the specimens due to the distribution of fine β-phase (MglTA112) in the alloy matrix. The results also reveal that, the best hardness from the first TMT was produced by specimen that was pre-aged at 150 ℃ whereas, in the second TMT, aging at 250 ℃ exhibited the best hardness values.
基金conducted as a joint research projectfinanced by SRTTU(Iran)UPM(Malaysia)
文摘We studied the effects of nanoparticles of organo-silane(NOS) compounds in the size range of20–80 nm on physical and mechanical properties in medium density fiberboard,and used NOS at four consumption levels of 0,50,100,and 150 g kg-1dry wood fibers.Density of all treatments was kept constant at 0.67 g cm-3.The water-repellent property of organo-silane significantly reduced water absorption(WA) and thickness swelling but mechanical properties declined due to the reduced proportion of wood-fiber as organo-silane was added to the matrix:the compression ratio of MDF panels and the integrity among wood-fibers both declined,resulting in reduced mechanical properties.We recommend use of 50 g of NOS/kg wood-fiber to improve WA and thickness swelling while retaining acceptable mechanical properties.
文摘通过压入蠕变试验,研究Ca添加量(最高达4%,质量分数)对Mg-4Sn合金的显微组织和蠕变性能的影响。压入蠕变试验的操作温度为445~475K,归一化应力(σ/G,σ为应力;G为剪切模量)为0.0225~0.035。利用光学显微镜和扫描电子显微镜对样品的显微组织进行研究。结果表明,Ca的加入量大于2%(质量分数)可抑制较不稳定Mg Sn2相的形成,从而使晶界处形成热稳定性较高的Ca-Mg-Sn相和Mg2Ca,提高Mg-4Sn合金的抗蠕变性能。根据压入蠕变试验所得的应力指数(6.04<n<6.89)和激活能(101.37 k J/mol<Q<113.8 k J/mol)可得出结论:管扩散攀移控制的位错蠕变是合金主要的蠕变机制。
文摘In this paper,the stability and bifurcation analysis of symmetrical and asymmetrical micro-rotating shafts are investigated when the rotational speed is in the vicinity of the critical speed.With the help of Hamilton's principle,nonlinear equations of motion are derived based on non-classical theories such as the strain gradient theory.In the dynamic modeling,the geometric nonlinearities due to strains,and strain gradients are considered.The bifurcations and steady state solution are compared between the classical theory and the non-classical theories.It is observed that using a non-classical theory has considerable effect in the steady-state response and bifurcations of the system.As a result,under the classical theory,the symmetrical shaft becomes completely stable in the least damping coefficient,while the asymmetrical shaft becomes completely stable in the highest damping coefficient.Under the modified strain gradient theory,the symmetrical shaft becomes completely stable in the least total eccentricity,and under the classical theory the asymmetrical shaft becomes completely stable in the highest total eccentricity.Also,it is shown that by increasing the ratio of the radius of gyration per length scale parameter,the results of the non-classical theory approach those of the classical theory.