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Derivation of walk-in cooler and freezer Performance Standard equations as they pertain to the ANSI/AHRI Standard 1250 and 1251
(University of Missouri--Kansas City, 2012)
The ANSI/AHRI (American National Standard Institute (ANSI)/ Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI).) Standard 1250/1251 Performance Rating of Walk-In Coolers and Freezers strives to standardize ...
Biomechanical characterization of slipping on pervious and traditional concrete walking surfaces
(University of Missouri--Kansas City, 2012-06-22)
Pervious concrete is a porous material that may provide superior slip resistance due to its ability to exfiltrate melted ice and other slippery surface contaminants. The purpose of this study was to analyze slip-related ...
Controlled Low-Strength Material (CLSM) produced from limestone fines and other byproducts
(University of Missouri--Kansas City, 2012)
Controlled Low Strength Material (CLSM) or flowable fill mixtures are typically specified and used in lieu of compacted fill especially for backfill, utility bedding, void fill and bridge approaches. This study developed ...
Assessment of HEC-18 scour equations for bottomless culverts based on Kansas field data
(University of Missouri--Kansas City, 2012)
One of the main causes of bridge failure is scour at the abutments or piers. Scour is
caused by increased velocities of water through bridge openings. Sediment is carried away
from the foundations by high flows causing ...
Pressure-impulse diagrams using finite element analysis for reinforced concrete slabs subjected to blast loading
(University of Missouri-Kansas City, 2012)
Reinforced concrete slab systems are widely used in protective structures designed to
resist blast events. Blast events subject structures to high pressure and impulse loads. The
magnitude of blast load experienced by a ...
Monitoring water balance of a rain garden by installation of flow monitoring devices on a residential property
(University of Missouri--Kansas City, 2012-01-30)
Rain gardens are infiltration best management practices that are installed in existing and new construction for the purposes of water quality in receiving waters and stormwater volume reduction. Nationally, rain gardens ...
Determination of scour susceptibility through rapid assessment
(University of Missouri--Kansas City, 2012-06-21)
A need existed to efficiently predict the potential scour that could be expected at nearly
20,000 existing off-system bridges in the State of Kansas to assign a National Bridge Inspection
Standards (NBIS) Item 113 coding. ...
Characterization of "t-z" model design parameters for augered cast-in-place piles using field load test data
(University of Missouri--Kansas City, 2012-08-24)
With the increasing use of augered cast-in-place piles in new construction, it is important that proper design parameters be incorporated when evaluating pile capacity and performance using reliability-based design methods. ...
Investigation into lowering cement clinker content using available materials
(University of Missouri--Kansas City, 2012-08-17)
Reducing cement clinker with mineral addition has been considered an efficient way
of saving energy, lowering CO2 footprint of cement and concrete industries. The trend of
using limestone as mineral addition in cement ...
Effects of deceptive behavior on biomechanical measures of standing posture
(University of Missouri--Kansas City, 2012-06-22)
The accurate detection of deception has potential applications in many fields including credibility assessment, security screening, homeland security, and counter-terrorism. Techniques currently used for deception detection ...
The effects of bronze and composite sleeves on trunnion yoke plate stress concentrations
(University of Missouri--Kansas City, 2012-10-01)
Nonlinear simulations were used to predict and further understand the load
transfer between trunnion shafts and yoke plates within a tainter gate trunnion
assembly. Traditionally, yoke plates have been sized for an average ...
Finite element analysis and experimental comparison of doubly reinforced concrete slabs subjected to blast loads
(University of Missouri--Kansas City, 2012)
In the design of concrete structures, it has become important to understand the
response of concrete as a structural material when subjected to large stresses and strain rates
through explosive loadings. In order to do ...
Optimization of the slag tap for the gasification of sustainable feedstocks
(University of Missouri--Kansas City, 2012-01-17)
The objective of this study was to optimize a slag tapping block for use with a
molten slag bath containing slag from the gasification of biomass and municipal solid
waste feedstocks. Theoretical testing was conducted ...
Modeling aerosols formed in the ring pack of a reciprocating piston
(University of Missouri--Kansas City, 2012-05-17)
The hydrocarbon emissions of an internal combustion engine are directly correlated with the engine's oil consumption. This oil consumption is associated with reverse blow-by, a condition in which gases flow past the ring-pack ...
Investigation of strength of a hybrid adhesive anchor system used in precast concrete welded repair applications subjected to tensile and eccentric shear loading
(University of Missouri--Kansas City, 2012-08-28)
A common precast industry repair for missing or misplaced connection plates is
the use of an adhesive anchor system to fasten repair plates to precast members.
Typically, the repair plate will experience elevated ...
A musculoskeletal model of a subject specific knee joint with menisci, during the stance phase of a walk cycle
(University of Missouri--Kansas City, 2012-01-26)
Movement simulation and musculoskeletal modeling can predict muscle forces, but current methods are hindered by simplified representations of joint structures. Simulations that incorporate muscle forces, an anatomical ...