Performance of Reinforced Concrete Beams Strengthened by Bidirectional Carbon-Fiber-Reinforced Polymers Based on Numerical Models.

The use of carbon-fiber-reinforced polymers (CFRPs) for the repair and rehabilitation of reinforced concrete (RC) structures has been receiving a lot of attention. Specifically, the shear strengthening of RC members based on CFRP materials has been treated as an effective and efficient strengthening method. Previous research projects focused on the shear strengthening of RC members with unidirectional CFRP strips.

Performance of Reinforced Concrete Beams Strengthened with Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer Strips.

Carbon fiber reinforced polymers (CFRP) have shown considerable potential in the repair and rehabilitation of deficient reinforced concrete (RC) structures. To date, several CFRP strengthening schemes have been studied and employed practically. In particular, strengthening of shear damaged RC members with CFRP materials has received much attention as an effective repair and strengthening approach.

Comparison of Signal-Analysis Techniques for Seismic Detection System for High-Speed Train Data: Effect of Bridge Structures.

This study evaluated the earthquake warning system for high-speed trains using onboard accelerometers instead of expensive seismometers. Onboard accelerometers measure the train data additional to the earthquake acceleration. The measured earthquake acceleration could also be modified by railroad-supporting bridges.

Development of a Seismic Detection Technology for High-Speed Trains Using Signal Analysis Techniques.

As the occurrence of earthquakes is increasing in South Korea, the earthquake early warning (EEW) system becomes indispensable for the protection of high-speed railways. Although the importance of EEW system has been increasing, the number of installed seismic accelerometers in South Korea is not sufficient to provide rapid information. This study uses a stochastic signal analysis technique to utilize the smartphone sensors for the rapid EEW system.