Bracing
View article: Bracing for Success: Co-Designing an Intervention to Support Youth with Scoliosis
Bracing for Success: Co-Designing an Intervention to Support Youth with Scoliosis Open
View article: QSOLKCB/QEC: QEC v1.6 — Ququart + Qutrit Golay + Geometry Layer
QSOLKCB/QEC: QEC v1.6 — Ququart + Qutrit Golay + Geometry Layer Open
This release introduces the ternary Golay [[11,1,5]]₃ qutrit stabilizer code alongside the existing ququart + D₄ lattice geometry framework. New in v1.6: • qec_golay.py — Ternary Golay CSS code over GF(3) • Perfect single-qutrit error corr…
View article: QSOLKCB/QEC: QEC v1.6 — Ququart + Qutrit Golay + Geometry Layer
QSOLKCB/QEC: QEC v1.6 — Ququart + Qutrit Golay + Geometry Layer Open
This release introduces the ternary Golay [[11,1,5]]₃ qutrit stabilizer code alongside the existing ququart + D₄ lattice geometry framework. New in v1.6: • qec_golay.py — Ternary Golay CSS code over GF(3) • Perfect single-qutrit error corr…
View article: Design and qualification of timber buckling restrained brace for mass timber-braced frames
Design and qualification of timber buckling restrained brace for mass timber-braced frames Open
View article: Numerical Simulation Study on Deformation Control of Foundation Pits Using Servo Steel Supports
Numerical Simulation Study on Deformation Control of Foundation Pits Using Servo Steel Supports Open
Controlling foundation pit enclosure deformation is crucial for project safety, as its behavior under complex forces during excavation directly affects stability and construction safety. This study investigates the effectiveness of servo s…
View article: Visco-elastically connected shear-flexural structure: Elastoplastic seismic response property and a simplified analysis procedure
Visco-elastically connected shear-flexural structure: Elastoplastic seismic response property and a simplified analysis procedure Open
In a conventional shear-flexural structure, e.g., frame-shear wall building structure, etc., the base shear is mainly resisted by the flexural-type subsystem (shear wall, braced frame, etc.). Post-earthquake observations had proved that th…
View article: Stability Analysis of Basic Load-Bearing Units in Independent Scaffolding Systems
Stability Analysis of Basic Load-Bearing Units in Independent Scaffolding Systems Open
Scaffolds, as temporary structural support systems in civil engineering, play an essential role during construction. Independent steel scaffold systems, typically composed of assembled steel tubes, can be erected and function as standalone…
View article: Seismic performance assessment of elliptic braced frames incorporating XADAS dampers
Seismic performance assessment of elliptic braced frames incorporating XADAS dampers Open
The elliptic brace is a new lateral resistance system recently presented. This paper investigates the performance of a yielding damper named X-shaped added damping and stiffness (XADAS) on the elliptic braced frame. For this purpose, 12 XA…
View article: Combination of Static Bike, TENS, and Unloader Knee Brace in Alleviating Knee Pain, Delaying Arthroplasty, and Improving Activities of Daily Living in Knee Osteoarthritis Patients
Combination of Static Bike, TENS, and Unloader Knee Brace in Alleviating Knee Pain, Delaying Arthroplasty, and Improving Activities of Daily Living in Knee Osteoarthritis Patients Open
Background: Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is a leading cause of disability worldwide. Conservative multimodal therapy combining mechanical unloading, neuromodulation, and muscle strengthening may alleviate pain and delay arthroplasty. Objective…
View article: Performance-Driven Optimization of Long-Span Steel Frames with Multi-Tiered Y-Bracing Using an Extended Genetic Algorithm
Performance-Driven Optimization of Long-Span Steel Frames with Multi-Tiered Y-Bracing Using an Extended Genetic Algorithm Open
Y-shaped multi-tiered bracing systems are widely used in steel frames located in seismic zones due to their high ductility, stable energy dissipation, and architectural adaptability. However, limited research has addressed their optimal co…
View article: Testing, Modeling, and Application of a Two‐Stage Self‐Centering Brace for Seismic Resilience Enhancement of Rocking Core System
Testing, Modeling, and Application of a Two‐Stage Self‐Centering Brace for Seismic Resilience Enhancement of Rocking Core System Open
Self‐centering devices have been shown to be effective in reducing residual story drift after an earthquake. However, they typically result in high floor acceleration demand, especially in applications with rocking core systems where the s…
View article: SEISMIC ANALYSIS OF INTZE CIRCULAR WATER TANK WITH DIFFERENT BRACING SYSTEMS AND INCLINED COLUMNS
SEISMIC ANALYSIS OF INTZE CIRCULAR WATER TANK WITH DIFFERENT BRACING SYSTEMS AND INCLINED COLUMNS Open
Civil Engineering Department,P.V.P.I.T.Budhgaon,Sangli, Maharashtra India. ABSTRACTStorage reservoirs and overhead tanks plays a crucial role in water storage,petroleum products and other similarliquids. The approach to force analysis rema…
View article: SEISMIC ANALYSIS OF INTZE CIRCULAR WATER TANK WITH DIFFERENT BRACING SYSTEMS AND INCLINED COLUMNS
SEISMIC ANALYSIS OF INTZE CIRCULAR WATER TANK WITH DIFFERENT BRACING SYSTEMS AND INCLINED COLUMNS Open
Civil Engineering Department,P.V.P.I.T.Budhgaon,Sangli, Maharashtra India. ABSTRACTStorage reservoirs and overhead tanks plays a crucial role in water storage,petroleum products and other similarliquids. The approach to force analysis rema…
View article: Comparison of Seismic Performance of Shear Wall and Bracing Systems in Residential Flats in Silangkitang Village North Tapanuli
Comparison of Seismic Performance of Shear Wall and Bracing Systems in Residential Flats in Silangkitang Village North Tapanuli Open
Indonesia lies within the Pacific Ring of Fire at the convergence of three major tectonic plates, making earthquake-resistant design a critical challenge for multi-story buildings. Structural systems such as reinforced concrete shear walls…
View article: Complex structural health monitoring of large diagonal braces with multidirectional cantilevered columns in space
Complex structural health monitoring of large diagonal braces with multidirectional cantilevered columns in space Open
View article: DYNAMIC AND STRUCTURAL OPTIMIZATION OF THE TOWERS’S CENTRAL CORES BRACING FOR TARGETED DESIGN AND UPGRADED SEISMIC RESPONSE
DYNAMIC AND STRUCTURAL OPTIMIZATION OF THE TOWERS’S CENTRAL CORES BRACING FOR TARGETED DESIGN AND UPGRADED SEISMIC RESPONSE Open
This study introduces a parametric preliminary design of central core bracing tailored for towers and tall buildings dominated by dynamic flexural vibrations and handled by accidental and serviceability deflections. In such slender systems…
View article: Seismic Performance Analysis of Buildings Strengthened with X-Bracing Systems under Dynamic Earthquake Loads
Seismic Performance Analysis of Buildings Strengthened with X-Bracing Systems under Dynamic Earthquake Loads Open
Indonesia, as an archipelagic country located within the Pacific Ring of Fire, has a high level of vulnerability to earthquakes. However, many buildings in earthquake-prone regions have not yet been optimally reinforced against dynamic sei…
View article: Hydrodynamic Performance and Motion Response of a Novel Deep-Water TLP Floating Offshore Wind Turbine
Hydrodynamic Performance and Motion Response of a Novel Deep-Water TLP Floating Offshore Wind Turbine Open
The deployment of floating offshore wind turbines (FOWTs) in deep, typhoon-prone waters like the South China Sea requires platforms with exceptional stability. However, the performance validation of novel Tension Leg Platform (TLP) concept…
View article: The Influence of Holes and Beam Sleeves on the Compressive Mechanical Properties of Reinforced Concrete Beam Segments
The Influence of Holes and Beam Sleeves on the Compressive Mechanical Properties of Reinforced Concrete Beam Segments Open
In the newly developed hybrid prefabricated RC-steel structure (SS) foundation pit bracing system, the main braces are the main load-carrying components, which are assembled from standardized prefabricated reinforced concrete beam segments…
View article: Nonlinear Seismic Behavior of Elevated Circular Water Tanks
Nonlinear Seismic Behavior of Elevated Circular Water Tanks Open
Elevated water tanks are vital infrastructure components in urban and rural water distribution systems, providing essential storage and pressure regulation. However, their elevated position, high center of mass, and susceptibility to later…
View article: COMPARATIVE SEISMIC ANALYSIS OF STEEL STRUCTURES WITH AND WITHOUT FLOATING COLUMNS USING ETABS: A STUDY WITH X AND DIAGONAL BRACING SYSTEMS
COMPARATIVE SEISMIC ANALYSIS OF STEEL STRUCTURES WITH AND WITHOUT FLOATING COLUMNS USING ETABS: A STUDY WITH X AND DIAGONAL BRACING SYSTEMS Open
In today’s era, India is witnessing rapid infrastructural growth with an emphasis on vertical expansion, especially in urban areas. As part of this advancement, new structural features like floating columns are increasingly being integrate…
View article: Expression of concern: Intensive bracing management combined with physiotherapeutic scoliosis-specific exercises for adolescent idiopathic scoliosis patients with a major curve ranging from 40-60° who refused surgery: a prospective cohort study
Expression of concern: Intensive bracing management combined with physiotherapeutic scoliosis-specific exercises for adolescent idiopathic scoliosis patients with a major curve ranging from 40-60° who refused surgery: a prospective cohort study Open
View article: Continued Use of Bracing After Instrumented Lumbar Fusion: An International Study of Practice Patterns
Continued Use of Bracing After Instrumented Lumbar Fusion: An International Study of Practice Patterns Open
Bracing after short-segment lumbar fusion remains prevalent worldwide, with notable regional variation. These findings highlight persistent divergence from clinical guidelines and suggest a need for greater consensus and alignment in globa…
View article: How does the use of a rebound PCL brace compare with other bracing options?
How does the use of a rebound PCL brace compare with other bracing options? Open
There is insufficient evidence directly comparing rebound PCL braces to other bracing options, highlighting a need for specific studies to evaluate their relative efficacy and patient outcomes.
View article: How does the use of a rebound PCL brace compare with other bracing options?
How does the use of a rebound PCL brace compare with other bracing options? Open
There is insufficient evidence directly comparing rebound PCL braces to other bracing options, highlighting a need for specific studies to evaluate their relative efficacy and patient outcomes.
View article: Dynamic and Comparative Analysis of Composite Structures for Seismic Resistance
Dynamic and Comparative Analysis of Composite Structures for Seismic Resistance Open
The study primarily investigates three main structural typologies—Reinforced Concrete (RC) frames, Steel-framed structures, and Composite Concrete-Steel constructions—under severe seismic loading conditions. A key focus is the implementati…
View article: Dynamic and Comparative Analysis of Composite Structures for Seismic Resistance
Dynamic and Comparative Analysis of Composite Structures for Seismic Resistance Open
The study primarily investigates three main structural typologies—Reinforced Concrete (RC) frames, Steel-framed structures, and Composite Concrete-Steel constructions—under severe seismic loading conditions. A key focus is the implementati…
View article: EFFECTIVENESS OF FUNCTIONAL KNEE BRACING FOLLOWING ACL RECONSTRUCTION: A NARRATIVE REVIEW
EFFECTIVENESS OF FUNCTIONAL KNEE BRACING FOLLOWING ACL RECONSTRUCTION: A NARRATIVE REVIEW Open
Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction is a frequently performed orthopedic procedure, especially among physically active individuals. Postoperative use of functional knee braces is still a topic of debate, due to the mixed findin…
View article: Fundamental Period of Timber Structures
Fundamental Period of Timber Structures Open
In seismic design, the fundamental period of a building is a key parameter for assessing earthquake actions. Due to modeling uncertainties and simplifications, especially in timber structures, verifying the plausibility of calculated perio…
View article: How does proprioceptive training influence long-term ankle stability and function compared to ankle bracing in individuals with chronic ankle instability?
How does proprioceptive training influence long-term ankle stability and function compared to ankle bracing in individuals with chronic ankle instability? Open
Proprioceptive training effectively enhances long-term ankle stability and function in chronic ankle instability, surpassing the benefits of bracing alone.