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Delgado, O. (author)This thesis studies the buckling behavior of I-shaped steel columns under the effect of thermal gradients. The mechanical properties of steel decay signicantly with increasing temperature. Therefore, in case of a re, the buckling resistance of steel columns is considerably reduced due to the decrease in the modulus of elasticity and yield...master thesis 2015
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Reimert, Z. (author)In structural design there is a tendency towards more slender and challenging architectural structures. Footbridges become more slender with an increasing high ratio live load to dead weight. A consequence of this increased slenderness of footbridges in an increased susceptibility to human-induced vibrations. The evaluation of the serviceability...master thesis 2014
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Chrysafopoulos, D. (author)Fatigue loads and failures in metallic structures are a well-known technical problem. Commonly, the fatigue life of the steel elements is determined by an analytical calculation using S-N curves as design resistance to periodic action. However, the technological improvements in almost all structures continuously stretch the limits of acceptance...master thesis 2014
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Beju, D.A. (author)A master thesis about stiffening plates with very slender stiffeners is presented. The master thesis represents a completion of my master studies and is written in order to qualify for the degree of M.Sc., Master of Science in Structural Engineering at Delft University of Technology. Current work is done in close collaboration with Iv-Consult,...master thesis 2014
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Dobrescu, M. (author)In connections of steel structures stress concentrations occur due to the rapid geometric changes in the cross section. If the material has sufficient ductility then, due to plastic deformations, forces are redistributed so there will be equilibrium in the internal forces. In design codes this is accounted for by imposing certain requirements...master thesis 2014
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Izzo, G. (author)Seaway Heavy Lifting is an offshore contractor, involved in the wind energy market. Nowadays SHL is preparing on expanding T&I capabilities to include WTGs, after the experiences with foundations, platforms and met-masts. The company desires to enter in this market with innovative and highly efficient solutions. In order to achieve this goal,...master thesis 2014
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Boon, W. (author)During this thesis the fire safety engineering approach has been used to investigate the influence of hydrocarbon pool fires on steel columns. Using a fire curve which closely resembles a natural fire curve the temperatures occurring in the steel have been investigated using a Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) model. The model consists of the...master thesis 2014
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Hellebrandt, L. (author)This thesis investigates and presents the practical applicability of Monte Carlo analysis for the structural reliability assessment of existing city bridges. A probabilistic traffic load model for short span bridges is developed to serve as input for reliability calculations. A traffic loading model for short-span bridges is proposed, which is...master thesis 2014
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Perez Gomez, I.C. (author)The demand for the reduction of maintenance of structures especially those in marine environments is increasing and more is asked of structures in terms of durability and capacity. Fibre reinforced polymer (FRP) could be a solution to reduce the maintenance of these structures, because of its high durability and as an ad-vantages lighter...master thesis 2014
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Pueppke, N.B. (author)This report deals with the buckling behavior of spirally welded steel tubes. First, an existing analytical solution and the results of an extended experimental investigation are investigated. The imperfections measured during testing are investigated and classified, and methods are proposed to incorporate them into finite element models....master thesis 2014
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Floor, J.H.J. (author)Today, there are only a few types of structural engineering applications where structural adhesives play a role, in contrast to other engineering sectors. The possibilities and difficulties of structural adhesive bonding in structural engineering, especially for steel-to-steel connections, are investigated. Practically all structural adhesives...master thesis 2014
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Jol, J.J. (author)Fatigue damage is a common problem in a lot of bridges with orthotropic steel decks. Frequent maintenance is required to prevent aggravation of the problems, which gives a lot of nuisance for the traffic using the bridge. This comes especially into play at large (river) crossings where not many alternatives are available. Therefore, methods are...master thesis 2014
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Hoeksema, Wouter (author)Seaway Heavy Lifting is an offshore contractor that transports, installs and decommissions offshore oil and gas platforms and offshore wind turbines. During transport, objects need to be secured on the deck, the so-called seafastening. In particular for parts of offshore wind turbines, called Transition Pieces, this proves to be difficult. The...master thesis 2014
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De Boeck, J. (author)Tensegrity corresponds to a structural principle consisting of strut and tie elements forming a 3D ensemble. The amazing, impressive and unusual character of tensegrities leads to the wondering of structural and functional performance of tensegrity. This results in interest concerning possibilities of applying tensegrity as load carrying...master thesis 2013
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Anijs, M.A. (author)Low cycle corrosion fatigue is an interesting issue in civil Engineering because it may effect the lifetime of structures in negative and unexpected ways. However, analysis of design codes has revealed that low cycle corrosion fatigue is not a major issue in the design of offshore structures because these structures are designed with a global...master thesis 2013
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Croes, M.S. (author)This master’s thesis is about the use of higher strength steel in buildings and the economical advantages of the use of this steel. The economical advantages are examined based on a comparison of similar designs with the use of the steel grades S355 and S460. The latter could in some cases result in large weight and cost savings. The costs are...master thesis 2013
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Van Straten, R.W. (author)In this thesis a feasibility study is performed for the design of fibre reinforeed polymer (FRP-) slides to replace the steel slides in the Eastern Scheldt storm surge harrier. The advantage of using FRP-slides is the far better corrosion resistance then in case of using steel. For the design different variants of FRP-slides have been...master thesis 2013
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Gradeci, K. (author)Fibre Reinforced Polymer bridge decks, thanks to their beneficial properties and various advantages over traditional materials, have great potential as a material used in bridge engineering. They exercise high specific strength and stiffness-to-weight-ratio, a property particularly interesting from the point of view of designers, as it provides...master thesis 2013
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Welsink, M.W.J. (author)The storm surge barrier and levees located in the Hollandsche IJssel do not fulfill the current safety standards according to the third nationwide safety assessment. The non-closure probability of the storm surge barrier is too high and the inner slope stability of the levees is too low. Besides the problems regarding the flooding safety also...master thesis 2013
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Narain, N.J. (author)Structural bearings are connections between the substructure and superstructure of the bridge and may allow translations and rotations. They also transmit the external forces, acting on the superstructure, to the foundation. In the past years the traffic loads and intensity on the European traffic system has continuously increased. Bridge...master thesis 2012
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