Columbia is a world-renowned manufacturer of outdoor products.Its product range covers all aspects of outdoor equipment such as jackets,down jackets,outdoor footwear,backpacks and accessories.In the outdoor industry,C...Columbia is a world-renowned manufacturer of outdoor products.Its product range covers all aspects of outdoor equipment such as jackets,down jackets,outdoor footwear,backpacks and accessories.In the outdoor industry,Columbia was the first brand to propose a three-in-one garment design concept.This practical design has since been adopted by almost every outdoor brand.The Columbia Jacket is positioned for urban outdoor recreation.Its rugged materials and design make it suitable for low-altitude outdoor sports as well as urban commuting.展开更多
When the gentle breeze of spring starts to fill the air,it's often a time of transition,where the chill of winter gives way to the warmth of the coming season.However,for those who love the outdoors,spring can sti...When the gentle breeze of spring starts to fill the air,it's often a time of transition,where the chill of winter gives way to the warmth of the coming season.However,for those who love the outdoors,spring can still present its own set of challenges,especially when it's time to choose the right jacket.Whether you're hiking in the hills,exploring the trails,or just taking a leisurely walk in the park,having a jacket that offers the perfect blend of warmth,comfort,and breathability is crucial.We'll delve into the various options available for jackets that are perfect for the outdoors in spring.展开更多
Based on the heat transferring theory in the human-clothing-environment system, the heat insulation property and changing pattern of down jackets in relation to its down content is mainly dealt with. By the heated-man...Based on the heat transferring theory in the human-clothing-environment system, the heat insulation property and changing pattern of down jackets in relation to its down content is mainly dealt with. By the heated-manikin testing and the mathematical analysis to the testing data, the existence of the optimum down content is found. Furthermore the reason and mechanism of the relation between down content and clothing’s heat insulation property are explained.展开更多
The physical models of the outer and inner half coil jackets were simplified to two types of coiled ducts.The mathematic models of incompressible fluid at the condition of laminar flow and heat transfer in the two typ...The physical models of the outer and inner half coil jackets were simplified to two types of coiled ducts.The mathematic models of incompressible fluid at the condition of laminar flow and heat transfer in the two types of jackets for cooling process reactor were set up and solved by the semi-implicit method for pressure linked equa-tions consistent （SIMPLEC） algorithm based on a control volume method.The flow and temperature fields were given and the effects of Dean and Prandtl numbers on flow and heat transfer were studied.The results show that flow in the inner half coil jacket is found to exhibit transition of secondary flow pattern from two vortices to four vortices when the Dean number increases,but that in the outer half coil jacket is not found.The critical Dean num-ber is about 96.The inner half coil jacket has stronger heat transfer ability than the outer half coil jacket and this superiority is more evident with larger Prandtl number.However,as the Dean number is greater than 105,the flow resistance enhances more severely in the inner jacket than the outer jacket.For both jackets,the centers of the heated wall are the poorest for heat transfer.展开更多
Laminar flow and heat transfer characteristics of jacketed vessel with triangular flow channels were numerically studied under hydrodynamically and thermally fully developed conditions. Constant heat flux at theheated...Laminar flow and heat transfer characteristics of jacketed vessel with triangular flow channels were numerically studied under hydrodynamically and thermally fully developed conditions. Constant heat flux at theheated wall was assumed. The numerical program code interms of vorticity, stream function, axial velocity com ponent and energy equations was written based on a finite volume method. Based on the numerical results, the flow and temperature field were given, and the effects of Dean and Prandtl numbers on flow and heat transfer were ex amined, and the correlations of flow resistance and mean Nusselt number were developed for the jacket. The results show that the structure of secondary flow is steady two vortices in the investigated range of dimensionless curvatureratio and Reynolds number. Two peaks of local Nusselt number increase significantly with Prandtl and Dean num ber increasing, but the local Nusselt numbers near two ends and at the center of the heated wall increase only slightly. The center and two ends of heated wall are the poor positions for heat transfer in the jacket. Compared with the outer half coil jacket at the same area of heated wall, curvature radius, Reynolds number and Prandtl number, e jacket of triangular flow chmnel has lower flow resistance and less mean Nusselt number.展开更多
An original reinforced concrete(RC) column and four strengthened specimens, two with RC jackets and two with wing walls, were tested in this study. The original column specimen was designed to comply with older(pre-19...An original reinforced concrete(RC) column and four strengthened specimens, two with RC jackets and two with wing walls, were tested in this study. The original column specimen was designed to comply with older(pre-1999) design standards so that the usual detailing defi ciencies in existing school buildings in Taiwan could be simulated. Two different structural details were chosen to fabricate the full-scale specimens for each retrofi tting technique. The study confi rmed that either RC jacketing or the installation of wing walls with two different structural details can effectively improve the stiffness and strength of an existing column. RC jacketing shows a better improvement in energy dissipation and ductility when compared to the columns with wing walls installed. This is because the two RC jacketed columns experienced a fl exural failure, while a shear failure was found in the two columns with the wing walls installed, and thus led to a drastic decrease of the maximum lateral strengths and ductility. Since many factors may affect the installation of a post-installed anchor, it is better to use standard hooks to replace post-installed anchors in some specifi c points when using RC jacketing or installing wing walls.展开更多
The mortise-tenon joint is an important hub transmitting and distributing external loads for load-bearing components(beams,columns et al.)in the ancient-timber frame structure system.However,the conventional steel hoo...The mortise-tenon joint is an important hub transmitting and distributing external loads for load-bearing components(beams,columns et al.)in the ancient-timber frame structure system.However,the conventional steel hoop reinforcement methods often insert wood screws into the timber components.When the reinforced joint rotates greatly,the anchoring failure of the screws will cause damage to the timber joint.To solve this problem,this study proposes a detachable and replaceable non-destructive flat-steel jacket reinforcement method in which horizontal flat steel is placed in the center of the joint,and the bolt is extended to the outside of the timber beam.Nine 1:3.52 scaled straight-tenon joint specimens were subjected to monotonic loading of beam ends,including three unreinforced reference joints,three joints with flat-steel jacket and three carbon fiber-reinforced plastic(CFRP)reinforced joints.The mechanical behaviors of the novel joints with flat-steel jacket were experimentally studied by comparing with those of the joints without strengthening and retrofitted with CFRP,based on the failure modes,the initial stiffness,the ultimate bearing capacity,and the moment-rotation relationship curves.Results indicated that the mortise-tenon joints reinforced with flat-steel jackets maintain the original semi-rigid properties of the unreinforced mortise-tenon joints and can effectively prevent the tenon from pulling out.The initial stiffness and ultimate bearing capacity were improved markedly.The column and beam of the reinforced joints remain intact providing the reference for the practical application of joints reinforcement.The mortisetenon joints reinforced with CFRP lose the semi-rigid properties of the unreinforced tenon-mortise joints.The joints reinforced with CFRP have the largest initial stiffness,while the unreinforced joints have the lowest stiffness.The initial stiffness of the proposed joint is in between the joints reinforced with CFRP and unreinforced joints.The ultimate bearing capacity of the joints reinforced with flat-steel jacket is larger than the other two joints,whereas the unreinforced joints have the lowest ultimate bearing capacity.展开更多
In the present research,results of buckling analysis of 384 finite element models,verified using three different test results obtained from three separate experimental investigations,were used to study the effects of ...In the present research,results of buckling analysis of 384 finite element models,verified using three different test results obtained from three separate experimental investigations,were used to study the effects of five parameters such as D/t,L/D,imperfection,mesh size and mesh size ratio.Moreover,proposed equations by offshore structural standards concerning global and local buckling capacity of tubular members including former API RP 2A WSD and recent API RP 2A LRFD,ISO 19902,and NORSOK N-004 have been compared to FE and experimental results.One of the most crucial parts in the estimation of the capacity curve of offshore jacket structures is the correct modeling of compressive members to properly investigate the interaction of global and local buckling which leads to the correct estimation of performance levels and ductility.Achievement of the proper compressive behavior of tubular members validated by experimental data is the main purpose of this paper.Modeling of compressive braces of offshore jacket platforms by 3D shell or solid elements can consider buckling modes and deformations due to local buckling.ABAQUS FE software is selected for FE modeling.The scope of action of each of elastic buckling,plastic buckling,and compressive yielding for various L/r ratios is described.Furthermore,the most affected part of each parameter on the buckling capacity curve is specified.The pushover results of the Resalat Jacket with proper versus improper modeling of compressive members have been compared as a case study.According to the results,applying improper mesh size for compressive members can under-predict the ductility by 33%and under-estimate the lateral loading capacity by up to 8%.Regarding elastic stiffness and post-buckling strength,the mesh size ratio is introduced as the most effective parameter.Besides,imperfection is significantly the most important parameter in terms of critical buckling load.展开更多
On the stage of China Media Group’s 2025 Spring Festival Gala,more than a dozen humanoid robots dressed in floral padded jackets danced alongside human counterparts in a creative folk dance performance.The robots not...On the stage of China Media Group’s 2025 Spring Festival Gala,more than a dozen humanoid robots dressed in floral padded jackets danced alongside human counterparts in a creative folk dance performance.The robots not only smoothly twisted their waists and mimicked human leg-kicking movements,but also spun handkerchiefs,displaying extremely dexterous moves and exceptional skills.展开更多
Dear Li Mingchao,How are you?I miss you very much.Many thanks for the leather jacket!I really love it.Green is my favorite color!You kept it in mind!It's just my size.Every time I wear it,I think of you.I'm fi...Dear Li Mingchao,How are you?I miss you very much.Many thanks for the leather jacket!I really love it.Green is my favorite color!You kept it in mind!It's just my size.Every time I wear it,I think of you.I'm fine here in Hong Kong.Last week I had a birthday party.展开更多
Concrete is one of the most important elements in building construction.However,concrete used in construction is susceptible to damage due to corrosion.The influence of corrosive substances causes changes in the reinf...Concrete is one of the most important elements in building construction.However,concrete used in construction is susceptible to damage due to corrosion.The influence of corrosive substances causes changes in the reinforcing steel and affects the strength of the structure.The repair method is one approach to overcome this problem.This research aims to determine the effect of grouting and jacketing repairs on corroded concrete.The concrete used has dimensions of 15 cm×15 cm×60 cm with planned corrosion variations of 50%,60%,and 70%.The test objects were tested using the Non-Destructive Testing(NDT)method using Ultrasonic Pulse Velocity(UPV).The test results show that the average speed of normal concrete is 5070 m/s,while the lowest average speed is 3070 m/s on the 70%planned corrosion test object.The test object was then given a load of 1600 kgf.At this stage,there is a decrease in speed and wave shape with the lowest average speed obtained at 2753 m/s.The repair method is an effort to restore concrete performance by using grouting and jacketing.Grouting is done by injecting mortar material into it.Jacketing involves adding thickness to the existing concrete layer with additional layers of concrete.After improvements were made,there was an improvement in the UPV test,with a peak speed value of 4910 m/s.Repairing concrete by filling cracks can improve concrete continuity and reduce waveform distortion,thereby increasing wave propagation speed.展开更多
1 In a town of fewer than 1,000 people,it can be hard to keep a secret.And yet no one in McBride,a mountain community in British Columbia,can figure out how a local deer came to be wearing a reflective jacket or why t...1 In a town of fewer than 1,000 people,it can be hard to keep a secret.And yet no one in McBride,a mountain community in British Columbia,can figure out how a local deer came to be wearing a reflective jacket or why the deer has been so hard to track down.展开更多
The novel structural reliability methodology presented in this study is especially well suited for multidimensional structural dynamics that are physically measured or numerically simulated over a representative timel...The novel structural reliability methodology presented in this study is especially well suited for multidimensional structural dynamics that are physically measured or numerically simulated over a representative timelapse.The Gaidai multivariate reliability method is applied to an operational offshore Jacket platform that operates in Bohai Bay.This study demonstrates the feasibility of this method to accurately estimate collapse risks in dynamic systems under in situ environmental stressors.Modern reliability approaches do not cope easily with the high dimensionality of real engineering dynamic systems,as well as nonlinear intercorrelations between various structural components.The Jacket offshore platform is chosen as the case study for this reliability analysis because of the presence of various hotspot stresses that synchronously arise in its structural parts.The authors provide a straightforward,precise method for estimating overall risks of operational failure,damage,or hazard for nonlinear multidimensional dynamic systems.The latter tool is important for offshore engineers during the design stage.展开更多
As an important part of offshore wind turbine support and fixed units, the multibucket jacket foundation bears large loads and a complex marine environment. In this paper, the horizontal bearing characteristics of the...As an important part of offshore wind turbine support and fixed units, the multibucket jacket foundation bears large loads and a complex marine environment. In this paper, the horizontal bearing characteristics of the four-bucket jacket foundation of offshore wind power in sandy soil are studied. Through model tests and numerical simulations, the influence of bucket foundation sealing properties, load application speed, and loading direction on foundation-bearing capacity are discussed. The results show that the horizontal ultimate bearing capacity of the foundation in the nonsealing condition is decreased by 51.3% compared with the sealing condition;therefore, after the foundation penetration construction is completed, the bucket sealing must be ensured to increase the load-bearing performance of the structure. At a loading speed of 3.25 mm/s, the horizontal ultimate bearing capacity of the foundation is increased by 9.4% over the working condition of 1.85 mm/s. The bearing capacity of the foundation is maximized in the loading direction α =45° and is the smallest when α =0°. That is, the foundation can maximize its loadbearing performance under the condition of single-bucket compression/tension. During the design process, the main load of the structure should be loaded in the 45° direction. The contrast error of the experiment and numerical simulation does not exceed 10%. The research results have important guiding importance for designing and constructing the jacket foundation and can be used as a reference for the stable operation and sustainable development of offshore wind power systems.展开更多
Have we ever seen such a shocking garment in the fashion industry?A down jacket that claims to be one but uses absolutely no down,yet possesses remarkable heating and insulating properties,all designed with a colorles...Have we ever seen such a shocking garment in the fashion industry?A down jacket that claims to be one but uses absolutely no down,yet possesses remarkable heating and insulating properties,all designed with a colorless aesthetic.It resembles clothing that has come from the future.The secret behind this captivating design lies in"SOLAMENTR■"developed by Sumitomo Metal Mining Co.,Ltd.展开更多
Outdoor jackets are engineered to protect against extreme weather while ensuring comfort and safety. Key to this protection is the thermal properties, achieved through insulation materials like down feathers and synth...Outdoor jackets are engineered to protect against extreme weather while ensuring comfort and safety. Key to this protection is the thermal properties, achieved through insulation materials like down feathers and synthetic fibers, which trap heat and minimize heat loss. Resistance to wind, rain, and snow is provided by waterproof and windproof fabrics, while breathability allows moisture to escape, maintaining a comfortable microclimate. Air permeability and water resistance are essential for achieving this balance. This study examines two outdoor jacket prototypes with six material layers each. The outer layer (Layer 1) consists of 100% polyester coated with polyurethane for waterproofing. Inner layers (Layers 2, 3, and 6) use wool/cotton and wool/polyamide blends, offering insulation and moisture-wicking properties. Down feathers are used as the filling material, providing excellent warmth. Advanced materials like graphene and silver honeycomb fabrics were included to enhance thermal conductivity and regulate heat transfer. Performance testing focused on thermal conductivity, comfort (water and air permeability), and mechanical properties like tensile strength and tear resistance. Tests also assessed spray application and fastness to evaluate durability under environmental exposure. Results showed that jackets with silver-infused honeycomb fabrics had superior thermal conductivity, enabling better heat regulation and comfort in harsh conditions. The findings highlight the advantages of integrating silver honeycomb fabrics into outdoor jackets. These materials enhance insulation, thermal regulation, and overall comfort, making them ideal for high-performance designs. Incorporating such fabrics ensures functionality, durability, and user protection in extreme environments.展开更多
Jacket platforms constitute the foundational infrastructure of offshore oil and gas field exploitation.How to efficiently and accurately monitor the mechanical properties of jacket structures is one of the key problem...Jacket platforms constitute the foundational infrastructure of offshore oil and gas field exploitation.How to efficiently and accurately monitor the mechanical properties of jacket structures is one of the key problems to be solved to ensure the safe operation of the platform.To address the practical engineering problem that it is difficult to monitor the stress response of the tubular joints of jacket platforms online,a digital twin reduced-order method for real-time prediction of the stress response of tubular joints is proposed.In the offline construction phase,multi-scale modeling and multi-parameter experimental design methods are used to obtain the stress response data set of the jacket structure.Proper orthogonal decomposition is employed to extract the main feature information from the snapshot matrix,resulting in a reduced-order basis.The leave-one-out cross-validation method is used to select the optimal modal order for constructing the reduced-order model(ROM).In the online prediction phase,a digital twin model of the tubular joint is established,and the prediction performance of the ROM is analyzed and verified through using random environmental load and field environmental monitoring data.The results indicate that,compared with traditional numerical simulations of tubular joints,the ROM based on the proposed reduced-order method is more efficient in predicting the stress response of tubular joints while ensuring accuracy and robustness.展开更多
The jacket structure and transition piece comprise the supporting structure of a bottom-fixed offshore wind turbine(OWT)connected to the steel tower,which determines the overall structural dynamic performance of the e...The jacket structure and transition piece comprise the supporting structure of a bottom-fixed offshore wind turbine(OWT)connected to the steel tower,which determines the overall structural dynamic performance of the entire OWT.Ideally,optimal performance can be realized by effectively coordinating two components,notwithstanding their separate design processes.In pursuit of this objective,this paper proposes a concurrent design methodology for the jacket structure and transition piece by exploiting topology optimization(TO).The TO for a three-legged jacket foundation is formulated by minimizing static compliance.In contrast to conventional TO,two separated volume fractions are imposed upon the structural design domain of the jacket structure and transition piece to ensure continuity.A 5 MW(megawatt)OWT supported by a four-legged or three-legged jacket substructure is under investigation.The external loads are derived from various design load cases that are acquired using the commercial software platform DNV Bladed(Det Norske Veritas).Through a comparative analysis of the fundamental frequency and maximum nodal deformation,it was found that the optimized solution demonstrates a reduced weight and superior stiffness.The findings demonstrate the present concurrent design approach using TO can yield significant benefits by reducing the overall design cycle and enhancing the feasibility of the final design.展开更多
Compared with PELE with inert fillings such as polyethylene and nylon,reactive PELE(RPELE)shows excellent damage effects when impacting concrete targets due to the filling deflagration reaction.In present work,an anal...Compared with PELE with inert fillings such as polyethylene and nylon,reactive PELE(RPELE)shows excellent damage effects when impacting concrete targets due to the filling deflagration reaction.In present work,an analytical model describing the jacket deformation and concrete target damage impacted by RPELE was presented,in which the radial rarefaction and filling deflagration reaction were considered.The impact tests of RPELE on concrete target in the 592-1012 m/s were carried out to verify the analytical model.Based on the analytical model,the angle-length evolution mechanism of the jacket bending-curling deformation was revealed,and the concrete target damage was further analyzed.One can find out that the average prediction errors of the front crater,opening and back crater are 6.8%,8.5%and 7.1%,respectively.Moreover,the effects of radial rarefaction and deflagration were discussed.It was found that the neglect of radial rarefaction overestimates the jacket deformation and concrete target damage,while the deflagration reaction of filling increases the diameter of the front crater,opening and back crater by 25.4%,24.3%and 31.1%,respectively.The research provides a valuable reference for understanding and predicting the jacket deformation and concrete target damage impacted by RPELE.展开更多
文摘Columbia is a world-renowned manufacturer of outdoor products.Its product range covers all aspects of outdoor equipment such as jackets,down jackets,outdoor footwear,backpacks and accessories.In the outdoor industry,Columbia was the first brand to propose a three-in-one garment design concept.This practical design has since been adopted by almost every outdoor brand.The Columbia Jacket is positioned for urban outdoor recreation.Its rugged materials and design make it suitable for low-altitude outdoor sports as well as urban commuting.
文摘When the gentle breeze of spring starts to fill the air,it's often a time of transition,where the chill of winter gives way to the warmth of the coming season.However,for those who love the outdoors,spring can still present its own set of challenges,especially when it's time to choose the right jacket.Whether you're hiking in the hills,exploring the trails,or just taking a leisurely walk in the park,having a jacket that offers the perfect blend of warmth,comfort,and breathability is crucial.We'll delve into the various options available for jackets that are perfect for the outdoors in spring.
文摘Based on the heat transferring theory in the human-clothing-environment system, the heat insulation property and changing pattern of down jackets in relation to its down content is mainly dealt with. By the heated-manikin testing and the mathematical analysis to the testing data, the existence of the optimum down content is found. Furthermore the reason and mechanism of the relation between down content and clothing’s heat insulation property are explained.
基金Supported by the National Key Technologies Research and Development Program during the 10th Five-year Plan Period(2004BA319B1)the Educational Commission of Liaoning Province of China(2008S117)
文摘The physical models of the outer and inner half coil jackets were simplified to two types of coiled ducts.The mathematic models of incompressible fluid at the condition of laminar flow and heat transfer in the two types of jackets for cooling process reactor were set up and solved by the semi-implicit method for pressure linked equa-tions consistent （SIMPLEC） algorithm based on a control volume method.The flow and temperature fields were given and the effects of Dean and Prandtl numbers on flow and heat transfer were studied.The results show that flow in the inner half coil jacket is found to exhibit transition of secondary flow pattern from two vortices to four vortices when the Dean number increases,but that in the outer half coil jacket is not found.The critical Dean num-ber is about 96.The inner half coil jacket has stronger heat transfer ability than the outer half coil jacket and this superiority is more evident with larger Prandtl number.However,as the Dean number is greater than 105,the flow resistance enhances more severely in the inner jacket than the outer jacket.For both jackets,the centers of the heated wall are the poorest for heat transfer.
基金Supported by the Speciai Pogram forLocal Universities Development of Central Finance of China （2050205）, the National Natural Science Foundation of China （21106086）, and the Program for Liaoning Excellent Talents in University （LJQ2012035）.
文摘Laminar flow and heat transfer characteristics of jacketed vessel with triangular flow channels were numerically studied under hydrodynamically and thermally fully developed conditions. Constant heat flux at theheated wall was assumed. The numerical program code interms of vorticity, stream function, axial velocity com ponent and energy equations was written based on a finite volume method. Based on the numerical results, the flow and temperature field were given, and the effects of Dean and Prandtl numbers on flow and heat transfer were ex amined, and the correlations of flow resistance and mean Nusselt number were developed for the jacket. The results show that the structure of secondary flow is steady two vortices in the investigated range of dimensionless curvatureratio and Reynolds number. Two peaks of local Nusselt number increase significantly with Prandtl and Dean num ber increasing, but the local Nusselt numbers near two ends and at the center of the heated wall increase only slightly. The center and two ends of heated wall are the poor positions for heat transfer in the jacket. Compared with the outer half coil jacket at the same area of heated wall, curvature radius, Reynolds number and Prandtl number, e jacket of triangular flow chmnel has lower flow resistance and less mean Nusselt number.
基金the fi nancial support for this study from the Architecture and Building Research Institute,Chinese Taipei,under Grant No.099301070000G1005
文摘An original reinforced concrete(RC) column and four strengthened specimens, two with RC jackets and two with wing walls, were tested in this study. The original column specimen was designed to comply with older(pre-1999) design standards so that the usual detailing defi ciencies in existing school buildings in Taiwan could be simulated. Two different structural details were chosen to fabricate the full-scale specimens for each retrofi tting technique. The study confi rmed that either RC jacketing or the installation of wing walls with two different structural details can effectively improve the stiffness and strength of an existing column. RC jacketing shows a better improvement in energy dissipation and ductility when compared to the columns with wing walls installed. This is because the two RC jacketed columns experienced a fl exural failure, while a shear failure was found in the two columns with the wing walls installed, and thus led to a drastic decrease of the maximum lateral strengths and ductility. Since many factors may affect the installation of a post-installed anchor, it is better to use standard hooks to replace post-installed anchors in some specifi c points when using RC jacketing or installing wing walls.
基金This research was funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China No.51908291Nanjing Forestry University Youth Science and Technology Innovation Fund No.CX2019002.
文摘The mortise-tenon joint is an important hub transmitting and distributing external loads for load-bearing components(beams,columns et al.)in the ancient-timber frame structure system.However,the conventional steel hoop reinforcement methods often insert wood screws into the timber components.When the reinforced joint rotates greatly,the anchoring failure of the screws will cause damage to the timber joint.To solve this problem,this study proposes a detachable and replaceable non-destructive flat-steel jacket reinforcement method in which horizontal flat steel is placed in the center of the joint,and the bolt is extended to the outside of the timber beam.Nine 1:3.52 scaled straight-tenon joint specimens were subjected to monotonic loading of beam ends,including three unreinforced reference joints,three joints with flat-steel jacket and three carbon fiber-reinforced plastic(CFRP)reinforced joints.The mechanical behaviors of the novel joints with flat-steel jacket were experimentally studied by comparing with those of the joints without strengthening and retrofitted with CFRP,based on the failure modes,the initial stiffness,the ultimate bearing capacity,and the moment-rotation relationship curves.Results indicated that the mortise-tenon joints reinforced with flat-steel jackets maintain the original semi-rigid properties of the unreinforced mortise-tenon joints and can effectively prevent the tenon from pulling out.The initial stiffness and ultimate bearing capacity were improved markedly.The column and beam of the reinforced joints remain intact providing the reference for the practical application of joints reinforcement.The mortisetenon joints reinforced with CFRP lose the semi-rigid properties of the unreinforced tenon-mortise joints.The joints reinforced with CFRP have the largest initial stiffness,while the unreinforced joints have the lowest stiffness.The initial stiffness of the proposed joint is in between the joints reinforced with CFRP and unreinforced joints.The ultimate bearing capacity of the joints reinforced with flat-steel jacket is larger than the other two joints,whereas the unreinforced joints have the lowest ultimate bearing capacity.
文摘In the present research,results of buckling analysis of 384 finite element models,verified using three different test results obtained from three separate experimental investigations,were used to study the effects of five parameters such as D/t,L/D,imperfection,mesh size and mesh size ratio.Moreover,proposed equations by offshore structural standards concerning global and local buckling capacity of tubular members including former API RP 2A WSD and recent API RP 2A LRFD,ISO 19902,and NORSOK N-004 have been compared to FE and experimental results.One of the most crucial parts in the estimation of the capacity curve of offshore jacket structures is the correct modeling of compressive members to properly investigate the interaction of global and local buckling which leads to the correct estimation of performance levels and ductility.Achievement of the proper compressive behavior of tubular members validated by experimental data is the main purpose of this paper.Modeling of compressive braces of offshore jacket platforms by 3D shell or solid elements can consider buckling modes and deformations due to local buckling.ABAQUS FE software is selected for FE modeling.The scope of action of each of elastic buckling,plastic buckling,and compressive yielding for various L/r ratios is described.Furthermore,the most affected part of each parameter on the buckling capacity curve is specified.The pushover results of the Resalat Jacket with proper versus improper modeling of compressive members have been compared as a case study.According to the results,applying improper mesh size for compressive members can under-predict the ductility by 33%and under-estimate the lateral loading capacity by up to 8%.Regarding elastic stiffness and post-buckling strength,the mesh size ratio is introduced as the most effective parameter.Besides,imperfection is significantly the most important parameter in terms of critical buckling load.
文摘On the stage of China Media Group’s 2025 Spring Festival Gala,more than a dozen humanoid robots dressed in floral padded jackets danced alongside human counterparts in a creative folk dance performance.The robots not only smoothly twisted their waists and mimicked human leg-kicking movements,but also spun handkerchiefs,displaying extremely dexterous moves and exceptional skills.
文摘Dear Li Mingchao,How are you?I miss you very much.Many thanks for the leather jacket!I really love it.Green is my favorite color!You kept it in mind!It's just my size.Every time I wear it,I think of you.I'm fine here in Hong Kong.Last week I had a birthday party.
基金supported by the Ministry of Education,Culture,Research,and Technology(Indonesia),Grant number 107/E5/PG.02.00.PL/2024,AZ.
文摘Concrete is one of the most important elements in building construction.However,concrete used in construction is susceptible to damage due to corrosion.The influence of corrosive substances causes changes in the reinforcing steel and affects the strength of the structure.The repair method is one approach to overcome this problem.This research aims to determine the effect of grouting and jacketing repairs on corroded concrete.The concrete used has dimensions of 15 cm×15 cm×60 cm with planned corrosion variations of 50%,60%,and 70%.The test objects were tested using the Non-Destructive Testing(NDT)method using Ultrasonic Pulse Velocity(UPV).The test results show that the average speed of normal concrete is 5070 m/s,while the lowest average speed is 3070 m/s on the 70%planned corrosion test object.The test object was then given a load of 1600 kgf.At this stage,there is a decrease in speed and wave shape with the lowest average speed obtained at 2753 m/s.The repair method is an effort to restore concrete performance by using grouting and jacketing.Grouting is done by injecting mortar material into it.Jacketing involves adding thickness to the existing concrete layer with additional layers of concrete.After improvements were made,there was an improvement in the UPV test,with a peak speed value of 4910 m/s.Repairing concrete by filling cracks can improve concrete continuity and reduce waveform distortion,thereby increasing wave propagation speed.
文摘1 In a town of fewer than 1,000 people,it can be hard to keep a secret.And yet no one in McBride,a mountain community in British Columbia,can figure out how a local deer came to be wearing a reflective jacket or why the deer has been so hard to track down.
文摘The novel structural reliability methodology presented in this study is especially well suited for multidimensional structural dynamics that are physically measured or numerically simulated over a representative timelapse.The Gaidai multivariate reliability method is applied to an operational offshore Jacket platform that operates in Bohai Bay.This study demonstrates the feasibility of this method to accurately estimate collapse risks in dynamic systems under in situ environmental stressors.Modern reliability approaches do not cope easily with the high dimensionality of real engineering dynamic systems,as well as nonlinear intercorrelations between various structural components.The Jacket offshore platform is chosen as the case study for this reliability analysis because of the presence of various hotspot stresses that synchronously arise in its structural parts.The authors provide a straightforward,precise method for estimating overall risks of operational failure,damage,or hazard for nonlinear multidimensional dynamic systems.The latter tool is important for offshore engineers during the design stage.
文摘As an important part of offshore wind turbine support and fixed units, the multibucket jacket foundation bears large loads and a complex marine environment. In this paper, the horizontal bearing characteristics of the four-bucket jacket foundation of offshore wind power in sandy soil are studied. Through model tests and numerical simulations, the influence of bucket foundation sealing properties, load application speed, and loading direction on foundation-bearing capacity are discussed. The results show that the horizontal ultimate bearing capacity of the foundation in the nonsealing condition is decreased by 51.3% compared with the sealing condition;therefore, after the foundation penetration construction is completed, the bucket sealing must be ensured to increase the load-bearing performance of the structure. At a loading speed of 3.25 mm/s, the horizontal ultimate bearing capacity of the foundation is increased by 9.4% over the working condition of 1.85 mm/s. The bearing capacity of the foundation is maximized in the loading direction α =45° and is the smallest when α =0°. That is, the foundation can maximize its loadbearing performance under the condition of single-bucket compression/tension. During the design process, the main load of the structure should be loaded in the 45° direction. The contrast error of the experiment and numerical simulation does not exceed 10%. The research results have important guiding importance for designing and constructing the jacket foundation and can be used as a reference for the stable operation and sustainable development of offshore wind power systems.
文摘Have we ever seen such a shocking garment in the fashion industry?A down jacket that claims to be one but uses absolutely no down,yet possesses remarkable heating and insulating properties,all designed with a colorless aesthetic.It resembles clothing that has come from the future.The secret behind this captivating design lies in"SOLAMENTR■"developed by Sumitomo Metal Mining Co.,Ltd.
文摘Outdoor jackets are engineered to protect against extreme weather while ensuring comfort and safety. Key to this protection is the thermal properties, achieved through insulation materials like down feathers and synthetic fibers, which trap heat and minimize heat loss. Resistance to wind, rain, and snow is provided by waterproof and windproof fabrics, while breathability allows moisture to escape, maintaining a comfortable microclimate. Air permeability and water resistance are essential for achieving this balance. This study examines two outdoor jacket prototypes with six material layers each. The outer layer (Layer 1) consists of 100% polyester coated with polyurethane for waterproofing. Inner layers (Layers 2, 3, and 6) use wool/cotton and wool/polyamide blends, offering insulation and moisture-wicking properties. Down feathers are used as the filling material, providing excellent warmth. Advanced materials like graphene and silver honeycomb fabrics were included to enhance thermal conductivity and regulate heat transfer. Performance testing focused on thermal conductivity, comfort (water and air permeability), and mechanical properties like tensile strength and tear resistance. Tests also assessed spray application and fastness to evaluate durability under environmental exposure. Results showed that jackets with silver-infused honeycomb fabrics had superior thermal conductivity, enabling better heat regulation and comfort in harsh conditions. The findings highlight the advantages of integrating silver honeycomb fabrics into outdoor jackets. These materials enhance insulation, thermal regulation, and overall comfort, making them ideal for high-performance designs. Incorporating such fabrics ensures functionality, durability, and user protection in extreme environments.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.11472076).
文摘Jacket platforms constitute the foundational infrastructure of offshore oil and gas field exploitation.How to efficiently and accurately monitor the mechanical properties of jacket structures is one of the key problems to be solved to ensure the safe operation of the platform.To address the practical engineering problem that it is difficult to monitor the stress response of the tubular joints of jacket platforms online,a digital twin reduced-order method for real-time prediction of the stress response of tubular joints is proposed.In the offline construction phase,multi-scale modeling and multi-parameter experimental design methods are used to obtain the stress response data set of the jacket structure.Proper orthogonal decomposition is employed to extract the main feature information from the snapshot matrix,resulting in a reduced-order basis.The leave-one-out cross-validation method is used to select the optimal modal order for constructing the reduced-order model(ROM).In the online prediction phase,a digital twin model of the tubular joint is established,and the prediction performance of the ROM is analyzed and verified through using random environmental load and field environmental monitoring data.The results indicate that,compared with traditional numerical simulations of tubular joints,the ROM based on the proposed reduced-order method is more efficient in predicting the stress response of tubular joints while ensuring accuracy and robustness.
基金supports were received from the National Key Research and Development Program of China(2024YFE0208600)New Energy Joint Laboratory of China Southern Power Grid Corporation(GDXNY2024KF03)+2 种基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.U24B2090)National Key R&D Program(No.2022YFB4201300)Science and Technology Project of Huaneng Group(HNKJ24-H78).
文摘The jacket structure and transition piece comprise the supporting structure of a bottom-fixed offshore wind turbine(OWT)connected to the steel tower,which determines the overall structural dynamic performance of the entire OWT.Ideally,optimal performance can be realized by effectively coordinating two components,notwithstanding their separate design processes.In pursuit of this objective,this paper proposes a concurrent design methodology for the jacket structure and transition piece by exploiting topology optimization(TO).The TO for a three-legged jacket foundation is formulated by minimizing static compliance.In contrast to conventional TO,two separated volume fractions are imposed upon the structural design domain of the jacket structure and transition piece to ensure continuity.A 5 MW(megawatt)OWT supported by a four-legged or three-legged jacket substructure is under investigation.The external loads are derived from various design load cases that are acquired using the commercial software platform DNV Bladed(Det Norske Veritas).Through a comparative analysis of the fundamental frequency and maximum nodal deformation,it was found that the optimized solution demonstrates a reduced weight and superior stiffness.The findings demonstrate the present concurrent design approach using TO can yield significant benefits by reducing the overall design cycle and enhancing the feasibility of the final design.
基金funding from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.12132003 and 12302460)。
文摘Compared with PELE with inert fillings such as polyethylene and nylon,reactive PELE(RPELE)shows excellent damage effects when impacting concrete targets due to the filling deflagration reaction.In present work,an analytical model describing the jacket deformation and concrete target damage impacted by RPELE was presented,in which the radial rarefaction and filling deflagration reaction were considered.The impact tests of RPELE on concrete target in the 592-1012 m/s were carried out to verify the analytical model.Based on the analytical model,the angle-length evolution mechanism of the jacket bending-curling deformation was revealed,and the concrete target damage was further analyzed.One can find out that the average prediction errors of the front crater,opening and back crater are 6.8%,8.5%and 7.1%,respectively.Moreover,the effects of radial rarefaction and deflagration were discussed.It was found that the neglect of radial rarefaction overestimates the jacket deformation and concrete target damage,while the deflagration reaction of filling increases the diameter of the front crater,opening and back crater by 25.4%,24.3%and 31.1%,respectively.The research provides a valuable reference for understanding and predicting the jacket deformation and concrete target damage impacted by RPELE.
