Micro Energy and Chemical Systems (MECS) devices enable at least two
areas of benefit due to the accelerated heat and mass transfer that can be
accomplished in microchannels. First, MECS devices enable process
intensification; the ability to reduce the volume of space needed to implement
systems of thermal and chemical...
The goal of this project is to contribute to the development of design values for cross-laminated timber (CLT) diaphragms in the seismic load-resisting system for buildings. Monotonic and cyclic tests to determine strength and stiffness characteristics of 2.44 m (8 ft) long shear connections with common self-tapping screws were performed....