Geo.Engineerings

Christian Blum, Günther R. Raidl ... 157 pages - Publisher: Springer; 1st edition (May, 2016) ...
Language: English - ISBN-10: 3319308823 - ISBN-13: 978-3319308821 ...

This book explains the most prominent and some promising new, general techniques that combine metaheuristics with other optimization methods. A first introductory chapter reviews the basic principles of local search, prominent metaheuristics, and tree search, dynamic programming, mixed integer linear programming, and constraint programming for combinatorial optimization purposes. The chapters that follow present five generally applicable hybridization strategies, with exemplary case studies on selected problems: incomplete solution representations and decoders; problem instance reduction; large neighborhood search; parallel non-independent construction of solutions within metaheuristics; and hybridization based on complete solution archives.

The authors are among the leading researchers in the hybridization of metaheuristics with other techniques for optimization, and their work reflects the broad shift to problem-oriented rather than algorithm-oriented approaches, enabling faster and more effective implementation in real-life applications. This hybridization is not restricted to different variants of metaheuristics but includes, for example, the combination of mathematical programming, dynamic programming, or constraint programming with metaheuristics, reflecting cross-fertilization in fields such as optimization, algorithmics, mathematical modeling, operations research, statistics, and simulation. The book is a valuable introduction and reference for researchers and graduate students in these domains.

Jeff Kuo ... 320 pages - Publisher: CRC Press; 2nd edition (June, 2014) ...
Language: English - ISBN-10: 1466585234 - ISBN-13: 978-1466585232 ...

Includes Illustrative Applications of Practical Design Calculations: Written in a straightforward style and user-friendly format, Practical Design Calculations for Groundwater and Soil Remediation, Second Edition highlights the essential concepts and important aspects of major design calculations used in soil and groundwater remediation. Drawing from the author’s teaching and consulting experience, this text provides practical information that addresses the current needs of practicing engineers, scientists, and legal experts in the field.

What’s New in This Edition:This latest edition covers important aspects of major design calculations as well as practical and relevant working information for groundwater and soil remediation. Realistic examples are used liberally to illustrate the applications of the design calculations. Many examples are designed to assist the readers in building the right concepts. The text begins with an introductory chapter; it then illustrates the engineering calculations needed during site assessment and remedial investigation. It continues with a discussion on plume migration in soil and groundwater. It then covers the mass-balance concept, reaction kinetics, and types, configurations, and sizing of reactors. The author incorporates important design calculations for commonly usedin situ and ex situ soil and groundwater remediation technologies, such as soil venting, air sparging, air stripping, bioremediation, and chemical oxidation, and off-gas treatment technologies. He also presents design calculations for capture zone and optimal well spacing. Practical Design Calculations for Groundwater and Soil Remediation, Second Edition Includes both SI and US customary units, as well as unit conversions * Presents examples that directly follow the design equations * Provides discussion that assists engineers in building proper concepts. also serves as a reference or textbook for students dedicated to the study of site remediation.

Akbar R. Tamboli ... 416 pages - Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education; 3rd edition (November, 2016) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 1259585514 - ISBN-13: 978-1259585517 ...

The definitive guide to steel connection design―fully revised to reflect the latest codes and standards: Featuring contributions from a team of industry-recognized experts, this up-to-date resource offers comprehensive coverage of every type of steel connection. The book explains leading methods for connecting structural steel components―including state-of-the-art techniques and materials―and contains new information on fastener and welded joints. Hundreds of detailed examples, photographs, and illustrations simplify compliance. Thoroughly updated to align with the 2016 AISC code provisions, Handbook of Structural Steel Connection Design and Details, Third Edition features brand-new material on important structural engineering topics that are rarely discussed in other texts.  Sweeping revisions to this edition include completely rewritten chapters on welding and quality Control, state-of-the-art new construction and fabrication methods incorporated into the special structures chapter, a rigorously updated Steel Deck chapter that reflects the latest SDI requirements, new examples of partially restrained connections, and the latest on seismic connection and structural design. Coverage Includes: Fasteners and Welds for Structural Connections * Design of Connections for Axial, Moment, and Shear Forces * Welded Joint Design and Production * Partially Restrained Connections * Seismic Design of Connections * Connection Design for Special Structures * Quality Control and Quality Assurance * Steel Deck Connections *Bonus online chapters on Structural Steel Details and Connections to Composite Members.

A. Kaveh ... 373 pages -Publisher: Springer; (December, 2016) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 3319480111 - ISBN-13: 978-3319480114.

The book presents recently developed efficient metaheuristic optimization algorithms and their applications for solving various optimization problems in civil engineering. The concepts can also be used for optimizing problems in mechanical and electrical engineering.

George Exadaktylos, Ioannis G. Vardoulakis ...
469 pages - Publisher: Springer; Reprint of 1st (2007) edition (December, 2009) ...
Language: English - ISBN-10: 3642080448 - ISBN-13: 978-3642080449 ...

This is an up-to-date review of developments in the field of bifurcations and instabilities in geomechanics from some of the world’s leading experts. Leading international researchers and practitioners of the topics debate the developments and applications which have occurred over the last few decades. Beside fundamental research findings, applications in geotechnical, petroleum, mining, and bulk materials engineering are emphasised. [by H.V. Thang]