Influence Factors Analysis of RC Beams under Falling Weight Impact Based on HJC Model by Xiaohong Long, Ahmed Turgun, Rong Yue, Yongtao Ma, Hui Luo

“…LS-DYNA nonlinear transient finite element analysis code was used for this paper. Based on the validation of finite element modeling and choosing midspan deflection of RC beams and impact loads as response indices, some influencing factors on RC beams under falling weight impact were investigated, such as the mass and speed of falling weight, impact position, the strength of concrete and rebar, longitudinal reinforcement ratio, and the span of the beam.…”
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Ab initio study of C14 laves phases in Fe-based systems by Pavlu J., Šob M.

“…Fe2Fe, Fe2X, X2Fe, X2X, where X stands for Si, Cr, Mo, W, Ta) were investigated using the pseudopotential VASP (Vienna Ab initio Simulation Package) code employing the PAW-PBE (Projector Augmented Wave - Perdew Burke-Ernzerhof) pseudopotentials. …”
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Integrated cancer cell-specific single-cell RNA-seq datasets of immune checkpoint blockade-treated patients by Mahnoor N. Gondal, Marcin Cieslik, Arul M. Chinnaiyan

“…Moreover, we designed a user-friendly interface for seamless exploration. By sharing the code and data for creating these interfaces, we aim to assist fellow researchers. …”
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MODERN STRUCTURE OF THE RUSSIAN AIRPORT INDUSTRY (ON THE EXAMPLE OF THE CENTRAL AND NORTH-WEST FEDERAL DISTRICTS) by A. A. Titov, A. Yu. Yakovlev

“…The airport infrastructure management in accordance with the Air Code of the Russian Federation is imposed on the operator (air operator), which is a specific legal entity. …”
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A Study on the Influence of the Conglomerate Mesostructure on Fracture Failure Behavior Based on Discrete Element Method by Yu Yan, Shiyuan Li

“…In this paper, the analysis is performed by adopting techniques such as CT scanning and Particle Flow Code (PFC) numerical simulation. CT scanning is used to identify the mesoscopic structure of the conglomerate, and then, a numerical model is devised in accordance with the CT scanned digital image. …”
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Dynamic Fracturing Behavior of Layered Rock with Different Inclination Angles in SHPB Tests by Jiadong Qiu, Diyuan Li, Xibing Li, Zilong Zhou

“…Meanwhile, a numerical model of layered rock and SHPB system are established by particle flow code (PFC). The numerical results show that the shear stress is the main reason for inducing the damage along bedding plane at θ = 0°~75°. …”
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Influence of Coal Cleats on Conical Pick Cutting Process Based on PFC by Jinxia Liu, Chao Zhang, Fanchang Zeng, Wenting Liu

“…After analyzing the cutting process of conical pick and the test of coal mechanical properties, a group of coal cutting models of conical pick was established based on the empirical cutting parameters, various cleat spacing, simulation of mechanical performance of coal specimens, profile of conical pick, and SRM (synthetic rock mass) method in PFC (Particle Flow Code). Then, the simulations of the cutting process were carried out. …”
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Comparison Study on the Exact Dynamic Stiffness Method for Free Vibration of Thin and Moderately Thick Circular Cylindrical Shells by Xudong Chen, Kangsheng Ye

“…With the employment of the Wittrick-Williams algorithm, natural frequencies of circular cylindrical shells can be obtained. A FORTRAN code is written and used to compute the modal characteristics. …”
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Crack path predictions and experiments in plane structures considering anisotropic properties and material interfaces by P.O. Judt, A. Ricoeur

“…Numerical tools for the calculation of loading quantities using these path-invariant integrals are implemented into the commercial finite element (FE)-code ABAQUS. Global approaches of the integrals are convenient considering crack tips approaching other crack faces, internal boundaries or material interfaces. …”
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Seismic vulnerability analysis of reinforced concrete frame with infill wall considering in-plane and out-of-plane interactions by Dan Wang

“…With the aid of OpenSees, the authors developed and verified a reasonable modeling method for RC frames with infill walls. As per the current code in China, a 5-storey RC frame with infill walls was designed, and two three-dimensional (3D) space models were established for the structure by the proposed modeling method. …”
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Seismic vulnerability analysis of reinforced concrete frame with infill walls considering in-plane and out-of-plane interactions by Dan Wang

“…With the aid of OpenSees, the authors developed and verified a reasonable modeling method for RC frames with infill walls. As per the current code in China, a 5-storey RC frame with infill walls was designed, and two three-dimensional (3D) space models were established for the structure by the proposed modeling method. …”
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Particle Flow Analysis of Acoustic Emission Features of Rock under Rock Burst Stress Path by Yalei Wang, Jinming Xu

“…Taking Lalin railway tunnel granite as an example, a three-dimensional particle flow numerical model of rock was established based on the PFC (particle flow code). The mechanical properties between particles were simulated using parallel bond. …”
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Supporting Characteristics of Soldier Piles for Foundation Pits under Rainfall Infiltration by Changxi Huang, Xinghua Wang, Min Zhang, Hao Zhou, Yan Liang

“…The results show that the stability of soldier piles gradually decreases with rainfall duration, and the actual embedded depth of the pile should be greater than the minimum embedded depth specified by the design code. The displacement response of pile top lags behind the rainfall and increases later in the rainfall period. …”
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The Seepage-Creep Numerical Simulation Model of Coal Measures Sandstone Based on Particle Discrete Element by Wang Liu, Fanfei Meng, Hai Pu, Jian Wang, Guohui Zhang, Qingyu Yi

“…In this study, a coupled numerical simulation model of particle flow code, computational fluid dynamics, and parallel-bounded stress corrosion (PFC-CFD-PSC model) was proposed to conduct the seepage-creep coupling simulation through PFC 5.0 software. …”
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About subjects authorized to carry out investigative (search) actions restricting the invalidity of the housing or other personal ownership by O. V. Salmanov

“…Emphasis is placed on the fact that the form of domestic criminal proceedings enshrined in the current Criminal Procedure Code of Ukraine, built on the basis of constitutional principles of adversarial proceedings and equality of arms, has necessitated the introduction of delimitation of such concepts as "subjects of investigative (search) actions that limit the inviolability of the housing or other property of a person" from the general concept of "participants in investigative (search) actions" in order to prevent any violations of the constitutional rights of all participants in criminal proceedings by the authorities of criminal proceedings. …”
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Administrative and legal means of ensuring the legality of entrepreneurial activity in Ukraine by V. M. Vasyliev

“…The author’s vision on the content of the concept “legality (legitimacy) of entrepreneurial activity in Ukraine” is formulated, based on current trends in the development of relations in the field of entrepreneurship and the objective need for their regulation by administrative and legal norms.The further developed the provision according to which, under the lawfulness (lawfulness) of entrepreneurial activity in Ukraine, it is proposed to understand the legalization (granting of legal force) of entrepreneurial activity, carried out by the duly registered economic entities, that is, the actual receipt of the last right to engage in entrepreneurial activity in the procedure established, based on the constitutionally enshrined right of everyone to implement such a kind of economic activity, as well as general principles management, defined in аrt. 6 of the Commercial Code of Ukraine. It has been established that the lawful nature of entrepreneurial activity ensures the protection of the life, health and property of each individual member of society, environmental protection and the environment, and the economic and national security of the state.…”
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Laminar Wall Jet Flow and Heat Transfer over a Shallow Cavity by P. Maheandera Prabu, K. P. Padmanaban

“…When Re increases, the maximum temperature contour distributions take place in shallow cavity region and highest convection heat transfer is obtained in heated walls. The finite volume code (FLUENT) is used for solving Navier-Stokes equations and GAMBIT for modeling and meshing.…”
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Impact of hybrid nanoparticle reinforcements on mechanical properties of Epoxy-Polylactic Acid (PLA) Composites by K. Dileep, A. Srinath, N.R. Banapurmath, M. A. Umarfarooq, Ashok M. Sajjan

“…Next, a Finite Element (FE) code is developed and verified against modal analysis results where complete agreement is found. …”
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Mechanism of Coal Seam Permeability Enhancement and Gas Outburst Prevention under Hydraulic Fracturing Technology by Xinhua Wu, Tao Zhu, Yufei Liu, Guoyu Zhang, Guanghui Zheng, Fengnian Wang

“…The fracturing effect under different water pressure, different gradient fracturing times, and in situ stress is analyzed by using 3DEC (3-Dimensional Distinct Element Code) discrete element software. The simulation analysis and field verification results show that the coal seam gas pressure increases linearly with the buried depth. …”
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Massive Periacetabular Osteolysis Treated With Acetabular Cup Retention and Cemented Screw Fixation by Isabella T. Wu, MD, MPH, Cary S. Politzer, MD, Frank Chiarappa, MD, Scott T. Ball, MD

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