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Photovoltaic Maximum Power Point Technique based on Incremental Conductance (INCON) control algorithm
PublicationMaximum output power status can significantly improve the deployment rate of solar energy system. In order to get the maximum power output, issue of tracking maximum power point (MPP), reduced harmonics around MPP and improve efficiency of the solar power energy system, this paper presents the improved maximum power point tracking (MPPT) control...
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Photogrammetry image-based approach for imperfect structure modelling and FE analysis
PublicationThis study aims to model and analyse imperfect tructures using real measurements, employing photogrammetry technique commonly used in the geodesy. The study highlights the capability of the photogrammetry in aiding the structural analysis of imperfect engineering objects. Firstly, the photogrammetry measurements of a stiffened plate are carried out using a specially designed for the purpose experimental stand. Then, the plate surface...
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Marek Pszczoła dr hab. inż.
PeopleI am a Faculty member (Department of Highway and Transportation Engineering) at the Faculty of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Gdansk University of Technology, Poland). My main research interests include: low-temperature properties of asphalt mixtures, low temperature cracking assessment of pavement structures, road materials properties, thermal stress analysis, design of pavement structures, airfield design and analysis....
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Informal employment in Poland: an empirical spatial analysis
PublicationThe main goal of our article is to bridge the gap in the regional analysis of informal employment in Poland and in particular to indicate the propensity for informal work in the working-age population, to test if informal activities are typical for marginalized people (less educated, unemployed, older) and to identify the regional and spatial heterogeneity in the propensity. We use data from the ‘Human Capital Balance 2010–2014’...
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Evaluation of Ambient Air Odour Quality in Vicinity of Municipal Landfill Using Electronic Nose Technique
PublicationThe paper presents the results of investigation on ambient air quality evaluation with respect to concentration of odorants in a vicinity of municipal landfill. The investigation was carried out with a prototype of electronic nose and a team of panelists utilizing the Nasal Ranger field olfactometers. The prototype was equipped with a set of six semiconductor sensors by FIGARO Co. and one PID-type sensor. Performed measurements...
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Evaluation of structural and electrical properties of multicomponent spinel oxide thin films deposited via spray pyrolysis technique
PublicationThis work reports the preparation of (Mn,Co,Fe,Ni,Cr)3O4 high-entropy spinel oxide in the form of a ~ 500 nm thin film utilising a facile spray pyrolysis technique. The structural and electrical properties of the layers were characterised after exposure to temperatures in the range of 400–900 ◦C. The as-deposited layers were amorphous, and crystallised upon heat treatment at 500 ◦C. Microstructural analyses proved a homogeneous...
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Finite element/mode-matching analysis of ferrite/dielectric line junctions of arbitrary cross-section
PublicationThis paper is focused on the analysis of line junctions obtained as a cascade of dielectric and ferrite guides of arbitrary cross-section. The main application of such structures is nonreciprocal devices such as isolators, circulators, or phase shifters. The efficient finite element/mode-matching approach is proposed to the analysis of such structures. In this approach, thefiniteelementmethod is applied todetermine propagation...
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Customization of UWB 3D-RTLS Based on the New Uncertainty Model of the AoA Ranging Technique
PublicationThe increased potential and effectiveness of Real-time Locating Systems (RTLSs) substantially influence their application spectrum. They are widely used, inter alia, in the industrial sector, healthcare, home care, and in logistic and security applications. The research aims to develop an analytical method to customize UWB-based RTLS, in order to improve their localization performance in terms of accuracy and precision. The analytical...
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Porous material-based sorbent coatings in Solid-phase microextraction technique: Recent trends and future perspectives
PublicationThe use of porous materials as sorbents in sample preparation techniques has gained recent scientific attention in the context of developing novel fibers for the Solid-phase microextraction (SPME) technique. SPME requires the appropriate selection of a robust sorbent for successful utilization under variable conditions. A deeper understanding of the nature of newly developed porous SPME coatings and the impact of their structures...
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A probe for immittance spectroscopy based on the parallel electrode technique.
PublicationW pracy zaprezentowano konstrukcję sondy do spektroskopowych pomiarów immitancyjnych. Obliczono jej stałą, którą to wartość zweryfikowano eksperymentalnie. Pokazano przykładowe wyniki pomiarów in vivo.
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Sol-gel technique - a versatile tool for adsorbent preparation
PublicationPrzygotowanie próbek do analizy, w tym przede wszystkim izolacja i/lub wzbogacanie analitów stanowi kluczowy element każdej procedury analitycznej z zakresu oznaczania składników śladowych. Wyzwania analityczna są związane zarówno z właściwościami fizykochemicznymi samych analitów jak i składników matrycy oraz stosowanych sorbentów. Choć gama znanych sorbentów i faz stacjonarnych, które można wykorzystać w praktyce analitycznej...
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Corrosion monitoring by frequency intermodulation technique employing Gabortransformation
PublicationMonitorowano proces korozji zachodzący na stali ST3S w środowisku obojętnym. Wykonane zostały badania harmoniczne techniką intermodulacji częstotliwościowej. W analizie harmonicznej zastosowana została nowa metoda czasowo-częstotliwościowej tzw. transformacji Gabora. Wykazane zostało, że transformacja Gabora może być przydatna w monitorowaniu korozji w warunkach dynamicznych. Transformacja Gabora pozwala na dobrą reprezentację...
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Integrated controller for ultra high frequency technique laboratory
PublicationDepartment of Microwave and Antenna Engineering decided to modernize the laboratory of Ultra High Frequency Techniques. The main change was to replace measurement of the field distribution inside rectangular waveguides by analysing the fields around striplines. This involved the need to overcome several technical and conceptual problems. Precise positioning of the probe and reading the field distribution near the stripline is important...
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Agent-Based Data Reduction Using Ensemble Technique
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Solid phase extraction technique - trends, opportunities and applications
PublicationW pracy opisano wykorzystanie ekstrakcji do fazy stałej w chemii analitycznej. Ekstrakcja do fazy stałej może być przydatna nie tylko do izolacji i wzbogacania analitów z fazy wodnej, ale również do wymiany matrycy oraz oczyszczania ekstraktu. Stosowane sorbenty są analogiczne do stosowanych w chromatografii cieczowej. Omówione zostały: mechanizmy ekstrakcji, sposoby przeprowadzania ekstrakcji (kolumienki, krążki, pipety), rodzaje...
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Residue-Pole Methods for Variability Analysis of S-parameters of Microwave Devices with 3D FEM and Mesh Deformation
PublicationThis paper presents a new approach for variability analysis of microwave devices with a high dimension of uncertain parameters. The proposed technique is based on modeling an approximation of system by its poles and residues using several modeling methods, including ordinary kriging, Adaptive Polynomial Chaos (APCE), and Support Vector Machine Regression (SVM). The computational cost is compared with the traditional Monte-Carlo...
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Computational algorithm for the analysis of mechatronic systems with distributed parameter elements
PublicationThe paper presents a systematic computational package for analysis of complex systems composed of multiple lumped and distributed parameter subsystems. The algorithm is based on the transfer function method (DTFM). With this algorithm, a bond graph technique for the modelling is developed to simplify computations. Analysis of different systems requires only changing the inputs data in the form of the bond graph diagram
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Instrumented End Notched Flexure - Crack propagation and process zonemonitoring. Part I: Modelling and analysis
PublicationAnalysis of the three-point bending, End Notched Flexure (ENF), test is presented for exploitation with a new experimental methodology using the backface strain monitoring technique. The model consists oftwo Timoshenko beams joined with a two parameter elastic foundation, to evaluate stress and strain fields in both adherends and the adhesive layer, together with the specimen compliance and energyrelease rate. This model is compared...
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Membrane-SPME the best 'green' sample preparation technique for the gas chromatographic determination polar organic pollutants in polar media
PublicationOne of the most popular technique for sample preparation, which fulfill requirements of green analytical chemistry, is solid phase microextraction (SPME). Because of the undoubted advantages of SPME technique, solvent-free character of the extraction process and the enormous potential in analytical practice, a series of studies has been undertaken to develop new technical solutions, where improving the sensitivity and the extraction...
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Monitoring of lysozyme thermal denaturation by volumetric measurements and nanoDSF technique in the presence of N-butylurea
PublicationThe results of thermal studies of denaturation of hen egg white lysozyme (HEWL) in water and an aqueous solution of N-butylurea (BU) are presented. High-precision densimetric measurements were used to characterize and analyze the changes of the specific volume, v, during temperature elevation. The temperature of the midpoint of protein denaturation was also determined by nanoDSF technique (differential scanning fluorimetry). The...
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DDLMS PCR double digestion Ligation Mediated Suppression PCR - a new technique for bacterial specific differentiation
PublicationA new diagnostic kit for K. oxytoca specific differentiation based on ddLMS PCR (ang. double digest ligation Mediated PCR) technique is shown. As a species-specific DNA fragment pehX gene, encoding the enzyme polygalactouronase, was chosen. The genome sequence of K. oxytoca is digested with two endonucleases: AclI and BclI which cut DNA before and after pehX gene. The polymorphic DNA fragments are ligated with AclI-end-specific...
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Study on surface termination of boron-doped diamond electrodes under anodic polarization in H2SO4 by means of dynamic impedance technique
PublicationAnodic oxidation is a popular way to modify termination bonds at boron doped diamond electrodes altering their electrochemical and physicochemical properties. Our studies, performed with dynamic electrochemical impedance spectroscopy technique, supported with X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy and ellipsometry analysis prove its utility in continuous on-line monitoring of impedance changes on the electrode surface under polarization...
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Spectral Analysis of Capital Markets
PublicationIn this paper the problem of cycles existence in capital markets is addressed. A spectral analysis algorithm, which reduces signal-to-noise ratio, is proposed to derive cycle periodograms for the yield function of DJIA, WIG~20, and NIKKEI 225 indices. Peaks of the the periodograms provide premises to postulate the existence of some possible cycles. The 3.5 year periodicity in all 3 indices, which can be related to Kitchin cycle...
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Matrix solid-phase dispersion (MSPD) as simple and useful sample preparation technique for determination of polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) in dust
PublicationIn the present study a novel analytical procedure for the determination of polybrominated diphenylethers in dust samples was developed.The main aim of the research was the selection of the optimum conditions of the matrix solid-phasedispersion before thefinal determination of polybrominated diphenyl ethers in dust samples. In order toassess the best usefulness of this technique, a favourable ratio of sample amount to the mass ofdispersing...
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Chemical composition analysis of the LSNO ceramics
Open Research DataThe chemical composition of a series of La-Sb-Nb-O ceramics manufactured by the solid-phase reaction method was analyzed. The samples with a various antimony content were measured by XPS method (OmicronNanotechnology UHV system). Analysis confirmed presence of elements: La, Sb, Nb.
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Identification of pollutants at the adjacent areas to the landfill site using two dimensional gas chromatography with mass spectrometry technique
PublicationMunicipal landfills are considered one of the main sources of air pollutants. In this article is presented the use of a modern analytical technique: a two dimensional gas chromatography to identify the substances in the atmospheric air near a waste processing plant located in Gdansk. In order to determine the types of substances occurring in different atmospheric conditions, the study was conducted from February to April 2016....
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Rain Gardens LC_MS/MS analysis dataset
Open Research DataThis dataset contains the results of samples analysis (target analysis with certified reference materials) using ultra-high performance liquid chromatography tandem mass spectrometry (UHPLC-MS/MS, Shimadzu, Japan).
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[ITiT] Technologies of Spatial Data Analysis and Processing
e-Learning Courses{mlang pl} Dyscyplina: Informatyka Techniczna i Telekomunikacja Zajęcia obowiązkowe dla doktorantów II roku Prowadzący: dr hab. inż. Marcin Kulawiak Liczba godzin: 30 h Forma zajęć: wykład/seminarium {mlang} {mlang en} Discipline: Technical Informatics and Telecommunications Obligatory course for 2nd year PhD students Academic teacher: dr hab. inż. Marcin Kulawiak Total hours of training: 30 teaching hours Course...
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Scientific methods of computer data analysis and presentation
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A Self-Adaptive Complex Root Tracing Algorithm for the Analysis of Propagation and Radiation Problem
PublicationAn improved complex root tracing algorithm for radiation and propagation issues is proposed. The approach is based on a self-adaptive discretization of Cauchy’s argument principle for a C × R space and requires a reduced number of function calls in comparison to other procedures presented in the literature. A few different examples concerning propagation and radiation problems have been considered to verify the validity and efficiency...
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Understanding Sustainable Knowledge-Sharing in Agile Projects: Utilizing Follow-the-Sun Technique (FTS) in Virtual Teams
PublicationIn Agile IT projects, promoting effective knowledge sharing is essential not only for achieving success but also for supporting Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). However, Companies using virtual teams may face challenges in coordinating work, particularly when teams are distributed across different time zones, ultimately hindering their ability to consistently share knowledge. This can lead to delays and inefficiencies, ultimately...
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Stability analysis of interconnected discrete-time fractional-order LTI state-space systems
PublicationIn this paper, a stability analysis of interconnected discrete-time fractional-order (FO) linear time-invariant (LTI) state-space systems is presented. A new system is formed by interconnecting given FO systems using cascade, feedback, parallel interconnections. The stability requirement for such a system is that all zeros of a non-polynomial characteristic equation must be within the unit circle on the complex z-plane. The obtained...
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Analysis
PublicationNew food products and diverse formulations containing the regulated steviol glycoside(s) as well as Stevia extracts or Stevia leaves have been brought on the global market. The upcoming multitude of such food products, but also their falsification and adulteration, does have impact on food analysis. Robust high-throughput methods that cope with different food matrices are required for food control to ensure food safety. The analysis...
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Highly efficient maximum power point tracking control technique for PV system under dynamic operating conditions
PublicationThe application of small-scale electrical systems is widespread and the integration of Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) control for Photovoltaic systems with battery applications further enhances the techno-economic feasibility of renewable systems. For this purpose, a novel MPPT control system using Dynamic Group based cooperation optimization (DGBCO) algorithm is utilized for PV systems. The population in the DGBCO is divided...
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XPS analysis of strontium titanate ceramics
Open Research DataThe chemical composition of the strontium titanite doped with yttrium and iron ceramic samples was investigated. Samples of Y0.07Sr0.93Ti0.8Fe0.2 were prepared by solid phase reaction and sintered for 24 and 48 hours. Chemical composition was measured by UHV OmicronNanotechnology XPS system. The analysis confirmed the chemical composition of the ceramics...
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Micro‑ and nano‑ bentonite to improve the strength of clayey sand as a nano soil‑improvement technique
PublicationNano-additives results in the formation of nano-cementation (NC). This process is recently used to improve the durability of various building materials. NC used to improve the strength of untreated soil materials, also known as nano soil-improvement (NSI). In few years, the role of nano-additives in various types of soils were developed. In this research, the role of micro- and nano- size of bentonite as soil stabilizer was evaluated...
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Patch size setup and performance/cost trade-offs in multi-objective antenna optimization using domain patching technique
PublicationA numerical study concerning multi-objective optimization of antenna structures using sequential domain patching (SDP) technique has been presented. We investigate the effect of various setups of the patch size on the operation of the SDP algorithm and possible trade-offs concerning the quality of the Pareto set found by SDP and the computational cost of the optimization process. Our considerations are illustrated using a UWB monopole...
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ACCIDENT ANALYSIS AND PREVENTION
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Numerical analysis by FEM and analytical study of the dynamic thermal behavior of hollow bricks with different cavity concentration
PublicationThis paper presents the investigation results on the influence of the cavity concentration in hollow bricks on static and dynamic thermal parameters: a time lag, a decrement factor, an equivalent thermal diffusivity (ETD) and an equivalent thermal conductivity (ETC). The dynamic thermal behavior of hollow bricks is studied with an optimized cavity shape to reduce the intensity of radiation and convective heat exchange. The thermal...
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Numerical analysis by FEM and analytical study of the dynamic thermal behavior of hollow bricks with different cavity concentration
PublicationThis paper presents the investigation results on the influence of the cavity concentration in hollow bricks on static and dynamic thermal parameters: a time lag, a decrement factor, an equivalent thermal diffusivity (ETD) and an equivalent thermal conductivity (ETC). The dynamic thermal behavior of hollow bricks is studied with an optimized cavity shape to reduce the intensity of radiation and convective heat exchange. The thermal...
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Nontoxic Goiter (NTG) and Radioiodine: What Do Patients Think About It? Quality of Life in Patients with NTG Before and After 131-I Therapy
PublicationObjective Despite numerous publications regarding nontoxic goiter (NTG) treatment and an increasing interest in patients’ quality of life, few studies present the outcome of 131-I treatment from the patients’ perspective. Our study’s main aim was to verify whether there is any improvement in life quality following 131-I treatment. Materials and methods Thirty-five patients with NTG qualified to participate in the study. All patients...
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Multiresidue Methods for Determination of Currently Used Pesticides in Fruits and Vegetables Using QuECHERS Technique
PublicationApplied all over the world, pesticides are some of the most common pollutants of the environment because of their stability, mobility, their consequent long-term adverse effects on living organisms in general and human health in particular. For these reasons it is essential to monitor and analyse pesticide residues in the fruits and vegetables. The analysis of food samples for the presence of pesticides causes a lot of difficulties...
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Dynamic Headspace Sampling as an Initial Step for Sample Preparation in Chromatographic Analysis
PublicationThis work represents a brief summary of the use of dynamic headspace (DHS) as a technique for sample preparation in chromatographic analysis. Despite numerous developments in the area of analyte isolation and enrichment, DHS remains one of the fundamental methods used with GC. In our opinion, interest in this technique will not diminish significantly because it conforms to stipulations of green analytical chemistry. Moreover, DHS...
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Novel analysis methods of dynamic properties for vehicle pantographs
PublicationTransmission of electrical energy from a catenary system to traction units must be safe and reliable especially for high speed trains. Modern pantographs have to meet these requirements. Pantographs are subjected to several forces acting on their structural elements. These forces come from pantograph drive, inertia forces, aerodynamic effects, vibration of traction units etc. Modern approach to static and dynamic analysis should...
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An algorithm for enhancing macromodeling in finite element analysis of waveguide components
PublicationAn algorithm for enhancing the finite element method with local model order reduction is presented. The proposed technique can be used in fast frequency domain simulation of waveguide components and resonators. The local reduction process applied to cylindrical subregions is preceded by compression of the number of variables on its boundary. As a result,the finite element large system is converted into a very compact set of linear...
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Multi-Stage Video Analysis Framework
PublicationThe chapter is organized as follows. Section 2 presents the general structure of the proposed framework and a method of data exchange between system elements. Section 3 is describing the low-level analysis modules for detection and tracking of moving objects. In Section 4 we present the object classification module. Sections 5 and 6 describe specialized modules for detection and recognition of faces and license plates, respectively....
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Technical and Economic Analysis of the Supercritical Combined Gas-Steam Cycle
PublicationCombined cycle power plants are characterized by high efficiency, now exceeding 60%. The record-breaking power plant listed in the Guinness Book of World Records is the Nishi-Nagoya power plant commissioned in March 2018, located in Japan, and reaching the gross efficiency of 63.08%. Research and development centers, energy companies, and scientific institutions are taking various actions to increase this efficiency. Both the gas...
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Satellite Laser Ranging technique as a tool for the determination of the Schwarzschild, de Sitter and Lense-Thirring effects
PublicationSatellite Laser Ranging (SLR) is a modern technique used in various research areas and applications related to geodesy and geodynamics. It is commonly used for tasks such as establishing the International Terrestrial Reference Frame (ITRF), monitoring Earth Orientation Parameters (EOP), determining the geocenter, measuring fundamental physical constants, calibrating microwave tracking techniques, conducting time transfer experiments,...
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GIS Solution for Weather Forecast Data Analysis
PublicationIn this paper authors present the GIS system for the analysis of the numerical weather prediction data. This kind of data has multidimensional character (three dimensions and time) and its analysis should consider all the available factors. Proposed GIS system consists of RASDAMAN application with implemented OLAP cube mechanism, which enables the user to process data in the spatial-time domain. It also simplifies the meteorological...
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3D Buckling Analysis of a Truss with Horizontal Braces
PublicationThe present research is devoted to the study of out–of–plane buckling of a truss with horizontal braces. The truss is a model of real roof truss scaled by factor 1=4. A linear buckling and a non–linear analysis with geometric and material non–linearity were carried out. The truss buckling and limit load for different stiffnesses and number of braces are found. Numerical analysis are verified by experiment. Threshold bracing stiffness condition...