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A high-fidelity crystal-plasticity finite element methodology for low-cycle fatigue using automatic electron backscatter diffraction scan conversion: Application to hot-rolled cobalt–chromium alloy
(SAGE Publications, 2021-05-11)
The common approach to crystal-plasticity finite element modeling for load-bearing prediction of metallic structures involves the simulation of simplified grain morphology and substructure detail. This paper details a ...
A physically-based method for predicting high temperature fatigue crack initiation in P91 welded steel
(Elsevier, 2021-08-27)
A methodology is presented for physically-based prediction of high temperature fatigue crack initiation in 9Cr steels, with a focus on material inhomogeneity due to welding-induced metallurgical transformations. A modified ...
Impact of source variability on flexibility for demand response
(Elsevier, 2021-08-05)
This paper assesses the quality of the services provided for demand response by analysing the results of experimental work activating flexible sources in buildings, while evaluating the impacts on occupant comfort and ...
Temperature sensing optimization for home thermostat retrofit
(MDPI, 2021-05-26)
Most existing residential buildings adopt one single-zone thermostat to control the heating
of rooms with different thermal conditions. This solution often provides poor thermal comfort and
inefficient use of energy. The ...
Transfer learning applied to DRL-Based heat pump control to leverage microgrid energy efficiency
(Elsevier, 2021-09-11)
Domestic hot water accounts for approximately 15% of the total residential energy consumption in Europe, and most of this usage happens during specific periods of the day, resulting in undesirable peak loads. The increase ...
Deep reinforcement learning for home energy management system control
(Elsevier, 2021-12-26)
The use of machine learning techniques has been proven to be a viable solution for smart home energy management. These techniques autonomously control heating and domestic hot water systems, which are the most relevant ...
Development of a framework for activation of aggregator led flexibility
(MDPI, 2021-08-12)
This paper presents a novel framework architecture for an online, real¿time flexibility as¿
sessment and activation platform targeted at unlocking the flexibility potential of commercial build¿
ings and smaller industrial ...
How does performance vary between early and late adopters of Industry 4.0? A qualitative viewpoint
(Emerald, 2021-10-12)
Purpose
Industry 4.0 is a new trend among organizations. Some organizations have been early adopters or later adopters of Industry 4.0. The purpose of this paper is to investigate how performance effects vary between early ...
Instrumented concrete pile tests – part 1: a review of instrumentation and procedures
(ICE Publishing, 2021-11-03)
Preliminary pile tests are becoming increasingly routine in piling projects, some of which are instrumented to help
optimise working pile design. However, the execution of a successful test on an instrumented concrete ...
Instrumented concrete pile tests – part 2: strain interpretation
(ICE Publishing, 2021-11-03)
The incorporation of strain gauges (traditionally electrical resistance and vibrating wire gauges but increasingly fibre optic sensors) within concrete piles enables an enhanced understanding of the shear stress distribution ...