A globally convergent algorithm for transportation continuous network design problem

The continuous network design problem (CNDP) is characterized by a bilevel programming model, in which the upper level problem is generally to minimize the total system cost under limited expenditure, while at the lower level the network users make choices with regard to route conditions following the user equilibrium principle. In this paper, the bilevel programming model for CNDP is transformed into a single level convex programming problem by virtue of an optimal-value function tool and the relationship between System Optimum (SO) and User Equilibrium (UE). By exploring the inherent nature of the CNDP, the optimal-value function for the lower level user equilibrium problem is proved to be continuously differentiable and its derivative in link capacity enhancement can be obtained efficiently by implementing user equilibrium assignment subroutine. However, the reaction (or response) function between the upper and lower level problem is implicit and its gradient is difficult to obtain. Although, here we approximately express the gradient with the difference concept at each iteration, based on the method of successive averages (MSA), we propose a globally convergent algorithm to solve the single level convex programming problem. Comparing with widely used heuristic algorithms, such as sensitivity analysis based (SAB) method, the proposed algorithm needs not strong hypothesis conditions and complex computation for the inverse matrix. Finally, a numerical example is presented to compare the proposed method with some existing algorithms.     

Continuous hydrogen evolution from cyclohexanes over platinum catalysts supported on activated carbon fibers

The continuous production of hydrogen from cyclohexanes is achieved effectively using Pt/ACF (ACF = activated carbon fiber) catalysts in a fixed-bed flow reactor. The Pt catalysts are more effective than a Pd/ACF catalyst for the reaction. Besides cyclohexane, methylcyclohexane, 1,4-dimethylcyclohexane, and p-menthane can also be employed as hydrogen source in the reaction system.     

State of Practice for Positive Moment Connections in Prestressed Concrete Girders Made Continuous

Precast bridges are often constructed as single span for dead load, but continuous for live load. A diaphragm connection is provided for negative moment continuity. However, the connection may also be subjected to positive moments due to time-dependent effects. Because these moments may be large enough to damage the diaphragm or even the girders, a positive moment connection is often provided. This paper reports on a study to determine the types of positive moment connections used across the country and to identify potential problems with these types of connections. A questionnaire survey was conducted to assess the state of practice for precast prestressed concrete bridges made continuous. The survey provides valuable information on this type of bridge and updates a previous survey on this subject.     

P–I diagram method for combined failure modes of rigid-plastic beams

Closed-form solutions of pressure-impulse (P–I) diagrams for simply supported and fully clamped rigid-plastic beams subjected to impact load are developed. Two failure categories, i.e., bending failure and shear failure, are considered and the responses of the beams are analyzed based on five transverse velocity profiles. With proper failure criteria, the critical P–I equations for bending and shear failure are derived. After the simplification of the critical P–I equations, the influences of the shear-to-bending strength ratio and the boundary conditions on the P–I diagrams are discussed. The results are compared with those based on a single-degree-of-freedom (SDOF) model. It is shown that the proposed P–I diagram method can be conveniently applied to assess beam damage extents and damage patterns. Especially, the P–I diagrams have good agreement with those based on an elastic, perfectly plastic model when severe damage occurs.     

冶钢小方坯连铸机结晶器液面控制系统故障分析及对策

本文针对某一钢铁厂的一套小方坯连铸机结晶器液面自动控制系统，对其故障原因进行了深入分析，指出导致系统控制性能达不到设计要求长期无法投入运行的主要原因，并提出了相应的解决方法。     

节能型铝合金连续熔化－去气炉

介绍一种用于铝合金的连续熔化－去气的节能装置。着重讨论了此装置的结构和操作要点以及影响铝合金质量的因素。文中对比了此装置与传统阶段式熔化系统操作上的异同点。分析了连续熔化炉的经济效益。研究表明毛坯耗电量下降８５％，并可减少合金元素加入量以及坩埚和加热元件的消耗。铸件质量合格。     

高强度船板纵裂纹的成因及预防

针对高强度船板纵裂纹轧后退废过高的现状，分析原因并优化冶炼、连铸工艺及操作，有效地降低高强度船板的退废率。     

3t电渣钢9Cr2Mo工艺实践

为进一步提高冷轧辊电渣锭的内(外)质量、降低生产成本的要求,贵阳特钢采用400mm×300mm矩形连铸坯取代(φ)330mm铸锭做为电渣母材,在计算机全过程自动控制下,实现1支自耗电极重熔1支3吨电渣锭9Cr2Mo.电渣冶炼的填充比由初期的0.347提高到0.487,电渣锭成锭率由91.17%提高到96.87%,电渣重熔电耗由1762kWh/t下将到1477 kWh/t.     

转炉冶炼20管坯钢生产实践

介绍了20#管坯钢的生产试验工艺，采取了拉碳法脱碳、钢包底吹氩及喂丝、保护浇铸、合理控制拉速等有效措施，解决了生产中存在的质量问题，为下一步的生产提供了理论和实践依据。