In this paper we investigate whether innovative and flexible contractual arrange-ments can support the process of achieving ambitious sustainability goals.We explore this question through an analysis of the role of um...In this paper we investigate whether innovative and flexible contractual arrange-ments can support the process of achieving ambitious sustainability goals.We explore this question through an analysis of the role of umbrella agreements in driving energy savings in the building sector.Drawing on a case study of the iconic Empire State building,we examine the typical challenges faced by clients and con-tractors in devising suitable agreements that facilitate managing contractual and performance risks,as well as the sharing of responsibilities and cooperation between multiple project stakeholders.We find that the project arrangements appear to exhibit the adoption of the key characteristics commonly found in umbrella agree-ments which incorporate sustainability measures that maximize income through efficient delivery of outcomes.Specifically,this means that they need to enable stakeholders to manage repeated review cycles,complex perceptions and expecta-tions,and different tacit assumptions and codes of behaviour,as well as managing and communicating in networks and obtaining agreement also from non-contrac-tual parties.Moreover,we demonstrate that umbrella agreements can facilitate a network perspective of business relationships by emphasizing value co-creation and the embeddedness of firms within a network of interactions.展开更多
In 1989, there were 12 different building ma-terial products winning state awards for theirgood quality, among which two got gold medals andten got silver medals.
In 2013, China＇s outputs of cement and flat glass were 2. 414 billion tons and 778.98 million weight cases, increasing by 9.6% and 11.2% YOY, respectively.
Located in the east of Gansu Province, Gangu County in Tianshui City is the only way that people went to the Central Plains from the western regions in ancient times, and it's also an important node of the Grotto ...Located in the east of Gansu Province, Gangu County in Tianshui City is the only way that people went to the Central Plains from the western regions in ancient times, and it's also an important node of the Grotto Culture Corridor of the Silk Road. Daxiang Mountain Giant Buddha Grottoes is the landmark of Gangu County. The giant Buddha statue stands among cliffs 200 meters high above the ground, and it is the second largest stone-base clay-sculpture Buddha in China. After going through thousands of years, the Giant Buddha Grottoes needs effective and scientific protection. This article was originated from the actual project—The Research on the Construction Technology of Wooden-structure Grotto Eaves in the Daxiang Mountain. This article f inished the rebuilding plan for the Buddha Grotto Eaves on the basis of analyzing historical documents, hole traces, morphological evolution and image demonstration.展开更多
Buildings constructed prior to the implementation of seismic design standards or those built based on lower standards are susceptible to earthquake risks,resulting in substantial loss of life and property during an im...Buildings constructed prior to the implementation of seismic design standards or those built based on lower standards are susceptible to earthquake risks,resulting in substantial loss of life and property during an imminent earthquake.Although conventional rapid visual screening(RVS)methods have been extensively developed,both nationally and in the literature,they have limitations in accurately determining the vulnerability of buildings.Additionally,RVS methods developed on the basis of a single algorithm have limitations.Therefore,this study extends the existing body of work by integrating multiple AI algorithms,including fuzzy logic,machine learning,and neural networks,in the context of building damage data from the 2015 Gorkha earthquake,overcoming the limitations of previous studies by introducing an automated AI-based RVS methodology that enhances accuracy,transparency,and adaptability.The newly developed RVS method demonstrates an accuracy rate of 45.89%for testing in the three-class classification,while also delivering promising results in the two-class classification,with an accuracy rate of 60%,surpassing both conventional RVS methods and the baseline accuracy rate.展开更多
Since the reform and opening-up to the outside world, China has formed a series of guidelines and policies towards the United States, which are the theoretical foundation of China’s U.S. policy thinking in the New Ce...Since the reform and opening-up to the outside world, China has formed a series of guidelines and policies towards the United States, which are the theoretical foundation of China’s U.S. policy thinking in the New Century. Entering the new century, the international situation has undergone profound and complicated changes, the national strength gap between China and the United States has narrowed, their common interests have expanded, differences and contradictions have increased. Therefore, China stands for both countries to adhere to the direction of developing cooperative partnership, respect each other, abide by the promises, seek equal and mutual benefits and win-win cooperation, and mutually respect each others core interests. The future development of China-U.S. relations still face many challenges and China’s U.S. policy thinking needs to keep abreast with the times.展开更多
文摘In this paper we investigate whether innovative and flexible contractual arrange-ments can support the process of achieving ambitious sustainability goals.We explore this question through an analysis of the role of umbrella agreements in driving energy savings in the building sector.Drawing on a case study of the iconic Empire State building,we examine the typical challenges faced by clients and con-tractors in devising suitable agreements that facilitate managing contractual and performance risks,as well as the sharing of responsibilities and cooperation between multiple project stakeholders.We find that the project arrangements appear to exhibit the adoption of the key characteristics commonly found in umbrella agree-ments which incorporate sustainability measures that maximize income through efficient delivery of outcomes.Specifically,this means that they need to enable stakeholders to manage repeated review cycles,complex perceptions and expecta-tions,and different tacit assumptions and codes of behaviour,as well as managing and communicating in networks and obtaining agreement also from non-contrac-tual parties.Moreover,we demonstrate that umbrella agreements can facilitate a network perspective of business relationships by emphasizing value co-creation and the embeddedness of firms within a network of interactions.
文摘In 1989, there were 12 different building ma-terial products winning state awards for theirgood quality, among which two got gold medals andten got silver medals.
文摘In 2013, China＇s outputs of cement and flat glass were 2. 414 billion tons and 778.98 million weight cases, increasing by 9.6% and 11.2% YOY, respectively.
基金Sponsored by Program of Housing and Urban-rural Construction Department of Gansu Province(JK2014-22)
文摘Located in the east of Gansu Province, Gangu County in Tianshui City is the only way that people went to the Central Plains from the western regions in ancient times, and it's also an important node of the Grotto Culture Corridor of the Silk Road. Daxiang Mountain Giant Buddha Grottoes is the landmark of Gangu County. The giant Buddha statue stands among cliffs 200 meters high above the ground, and it is the second largest stone-base clay-sculpture Buddha in China. After going through thousands of years, the Giant Buddha Grottoes needs effective and scientific protection. This article was originated from the actual project—The Research on the Construction Technology of Wooden-structure Grotto Eaves in the Daxiang Mountain. This article f inished the rebuilding plan for the Buddha Grotto Eaves on the basis of analyzing historical documents, hole traces, morphological evolution and image demonstration.
基金Open access funding provided by Széchenyi IstvÃn University.
文摘Buildings constructed prior to the implementation of seismic design standards or those built based on lower standards are susceptible to earthquake risks,resulting in substantial loss of life and property during an imminent earthquake.Although conventional rapid visual screening(RVS)methods have been extensively developed,both nationally and in the literature,they have limitations in accurately determining the vulnerability of buildings.Additionally,RVS methods developed on the basis of a single algorithm have limitations.Therefore,this study extends the existing body of work by integrating multiple AI algorithms,including fuzzy logic,machine learning,and neural networks,in the context of building damage data from the 2015 Gorkha earthquake,overcoming the limitations of previous studies by introducing an automated AI-based RVS methodology that enhances accuracy,transparency,and adaptability.The newly developed RVS method demonstrates an accuracy rate of 45.89%for testing in the three-class classification,while also delivering promising results in the two-class classification,with an accuracy rate of 60%,surpassing both conventional RVS methods and the baseline accuracy rate.
文摘Since the reform and opening-up to the outside world, China has formed a series of guidelines and policies towards the United States, which are the theoretical foundation of China’s U.S. policy thinking in the New Century. Entering the new century, the international situation has undergone profound and complicated changes, the national strength gap between China and the United States has narrowed, their common interests have expanded, differences and contradictions have increased. Therefore, China stands for both countries to adhere to the direction of developing cooperative partnership, respect each other, abide by the promises, seek equal and mutual benefits and win-win cooperation, and mutually respect each others core interests. The future development of China-U.S. relations still face many challenges and China’s U.S. policy thinking needs to keep abreast with the times.
