Extremes of random fields over arbitrary domains with application to concrete rupture stresses

To find the exact probability distribution of the global maximum or minimum of a random field within a bounded domain is a pending problem even for Gaussian fields. Except for very special examples of fields, recourse must be taken to approximate reasoning or asymptotic considerations to be judged with respect to accuracy by simulations. In this paper, the problem is addressed through a functional equation that leads to the definition of a class of distribution functions that depend solely on process or field characteristics and domain quantities that can be calculated explicitly. This distribution function class is studied for Gaussian processes in earlier works by the author and it has been obtained explicitly for Gaussian fields on rectangular domains in the plane. Simulation studies show that rather good predictions are obtained for sufficiently smooth wide band Gaussian processes and fields. In this paper, the distribution function is obtained in general for Gaussian fields over arbitrary bounded domains with piecewise continuous and differentiable boundaries, and as in earlier works the distribution function is tested against empirical distribution functions obtained by simulation of sample functions of a smooth approximately Gaussian field, herein called a broken line Hino field. For completeness this particular field type is defined in appendix a and appendix b. The paper concludes with a statistical application on data for plain concrete tensile strength.     

Failure of a stationary pump engine piston

Piston failures are not a common occurrence, but they do occur, and failure is usually associated with fatigue crack growth. Most failures initiate at the gudgeon pin hole or in the skirt of the piston. Occasionally they fail elsewhere. In the example covered in this paper, failure initiated in the crown and progressed down to the gudgeon pin before final failure occurred. This paper outlines the cause and mode of failure and shows that small metallurgical discontinuities can contribute to these failures under the right circumstances.     

The wheel–rail interface—some recent accidents

The importance of the wheel–rail interface to the safe operation of railways is discussed. Some aspects of the history of rails and wheels are introduced. Several recent accidents involving the wheel–rail interface are described. The great importance of operating both vehicles and track as a system is emphasized, together with the necessity of maintaining both in good condition.     

银铜复合电触点复合强度检测方法的讨论

贵金属及其合金铆钉型复合电触点除了应考核其冷态复合强度之外，还必须增加在热态下复合强度的考核，只有这样才能满足用户在产际运行时对复合触点复合强度的要求。     

脆断事故的原因分析和预防措施

分析高强度材料和大型工程结构元件发生低应力脆性断裂的原因及条件，指出传统强度设计理论的局限性，从设计和工艺上提出防止发生低应力脆断事故的具体措施，给使用高强度材料和设计大型工程结构元件时提供参考。     

织物-树脂复合材料层压板的准静态侵彻机理

本文利用MTS得到了芳纶和高强维纶织物复合材料层压板受尖头侵彻体穿孔的准静态侵彻曲线 ,比较和分析了不同类型纤维集合体与热固性树脂和热塑性树脂复合材料的破坏模式 ,并考察了芳纶织物复合材料层压板侵彻的逐步破坏过程 ,揭示了复合材料层压板的准静态侵彻机理。     

Porosity of recycled concrete with substitution of recycled concrete aggregate: An experimental study

In this paper, we present the experimental analysis of samples of recycled concrete (RC) with replacement of natural aggregate (NA) by recycled aggregate originating from concrete (RCA). The results of the tests of mechanical properties of RC were used for comparison with tests of mercury intrusion porosimetry (MIP), in which the distribution of the theoretical pore radius, critical pore ratio, the surface area of the concrete, threshold ratio and average pore radius were studied at ages of 7, 28 and 90 days. The results showed some variation in the properties of the RC with respect to ordinary concrete. Porosity increases considerably when NA is replaced by RCA. Additionally, a reduction in the mechanical properties of the RC is seen compared with ordinary concrete when porosity increases.     

硅灰混凝土的研究及其在公路道面的应用

 了提高道路路面混凝土的抗磨能力，采用硅灰代替部分水泥的方法，对硅灰混凝土的性能进行了较系统的试验研究。成果表明其抗压强度、抗弯强度、抗磨强度等指标都得到明显提高，全面达到和超过了规范要求。并已在丹江口水利枢纽上坝公路中得到应用，实践证明硅灰混凝土技术可靠、经济合理、易于施工。特别是抗磨度的提高，对延长公路路面的使用寿命具有重要意义。     

微合金化高强度钢轧制采用的工艺技术

本文综述微合金化高强度钢轧制采用的工艺技术，其中包括热装热送、板坯加热、控轧控冷、快速冷却、采用的新设备等工艺技术。重点是生产低碳、高韧性、高强度、易焊接的造船用钢采用形变热处理技术，以提高产量和质量，节省昂贵的Ｎｉ、Ｃｒ、Ｍｏ等合金，降低生产成本。     

Ionic Strength Effects on Heat-induced Gelation of Myofibrils and Myosin from Fast- and Slow-twitch Rabbit Muscles

The effects of ionic strength on myofibrils and myosin from rabbit fast-twitch Psoas major (PM) and slow-twitch Semimembranosus proprius (SMp) muscles before and after heating were studied by electron microscopy and thermal scanning rheometry. The direct suspension of proteins in low ionic strength (0.2M KCl; pH 6.0) led to very weak gels, whereas a gradual lowering of the ionic strength (by dialysis against 0.2M KCl; pH 6.0) of 0.6M KCl protein solutions induced strand-type networks at low temperature and strong heat-induced gels. As shown by transmission and scanning electron micrographs, in low ionic strength, SMp myosins formed shorter filaments before heating and thinner and shorter structures in heat-induced gels, as well as a lower gel porosity than PM myosins.