Investigating the Numerical Stability of Dynamic Relaxation Methods with Automatic Load-Increment Schemes to Improve Snap-Back Prediction.

Authors: Yang, Chao, Zhang, Pengfei, Luo, Yaozhi

Source: International Journal of Structural Stability & Dynamics; 5/30/2026, Vol. 26 Issue 11, p1-25, 25p

Subject Terms: Structural stability, Numerical analysis, Iterative methods (Mathematics), Structural analysis (Science), Bifurcation theory, Finite difference method

Modeling and Simulation Techniques in Structural Engineering

Authors: Pijush Samui, Subrata Chakraborty, Dookie Kim

Resource Type: eBook.

Subjects: Buildings--Computer simulation, Structural frames--Simulation methods, Structural engineering--Mathematics, Structural analysis (Engineering)--Data processing

Categories: TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING / Structural, COMPUTERS / Computer Simulation, TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING / Civil / General

Comparative Study of Different Modelling Approaches for Progressive Collapse Analysis.

Authors: Mbah, Tony K., Stylianidis, Panagiotis M., Ioannou, Anthos I.

Source: Modelling; Dec2025, Vol. 6 Issue 4, p146, 25p

Subject Terms: Progressive collapse, Structural models, Structural dynamics, Nonlinear analysis, Boundary value problems, Structural analysis (Engineering)

Research on Vehicle Frame Optimization Methods Based on the Combination of Size Optimization and Topology Optimization.

Authors: He, Qun, Li, Xinning, Mao, Wenjie, Yang, Xianhai, Wu, Hu

Source: World Electric Vehicle Journal; Mar2024, Vol. 15 Issue 3, p107, 26p

Subject Terms: Analytic hierarchy process, Optimization algorithms, Truck loading & unloading, Electric charge, Hybrid electric vehicles, Structural frames, Curves, Carbon emissions, Topology

Generative Design, Simulation, and 3D Printing of the Quadcopter Drone Frame.

Authors: Andries, Victor, Zaharia, Sebastian-Marian

Source: Applied Sciences (2076-3417); Sep2025, Vol. 15 Issue 17, p9647, 22p

Subject Terms: Aerospace engineering, Drone aircraft, Rapid prototyping, Structural optimization, Three-dimensional printing, Structural reliability, Performance-based design, New product development

A Softening Constitutive Law and Gradient-Inelastic Fiber-Based Element for 3-Dimensional Frame Simulations Under Seismic Excitations

Authors: Heredia Rosa, Diego Isidoro

Subject Terms: Steel members, local buckling, seismic loading, gradient mechanics, system-level studies, structural collapse, multiaxial constitutive modeling, post-buckling behavior, fiber-based beam-column elements, deterioration mechanisms

ADVANCING PROBABILISTIC FRAME ANALYSIS: A COMPREHENSIVE APPROACH USING MONTE CARLO SIMULATION AND RESPONSE SURFACES.

Alternate Title: Avanzando en el análisis probabilístico de marcos: un enfoque integral mediante simulaciones Monte Carlo y superficies de respuesta. (Spanish)

Authors: Rodríguez-Calderón, Wilson, Pallares-Muñoz, Myriam-Rocío, Jurado-Cabañes, Carlos

Source: Revista Facultad de Ingeniería - UPTC; Jul-Sep2024, Vol. 33 Issue 69, p1-18, 18p

Subject Terms: Structural reliability, Finite element method, Latin hypercube sampling, Random variables, Dynamic loads

Enhancing Fire Resistance: A Thermal and Structural Optimization Approach for Fire Door Frame Using Numerical Simulation.

Authors: Fernandes, Margarida, Araújo, Ana, Silva, João, Rodrigues, Nelson, Teixeira, Senhorinha, Teixeira, José Carlos

Source: Fire (2571-6255); Jan2026, Vol. 9 Issue 1, p28, 14p

Subject Terms: Fire resistant materials, Structural optimization, Mechanical behavior of materials, Insulating materials, Mathematical optimization, Computer simulation, Finite element method

In-plane force-displacement relationship for infilled masonry walls in RC frames.

Authors: Zhou, Tian, Yu, Qian-Qian, Gu, Xiang-Lin, Zhang, Hong

Source: Bulletin of Earthquake Engineering; May2026, Vol. 24 Issue 5, p2827-2852, 26p

Subject Terms: Discrete element method, Seismic response, Stiffness (Engineering), Deflection (Mechanics), Structural models, Structural failures, Reinforced concrete, Sensitivity analysis

Numerical Simulation and Design of Progressive Collapse of Steel Frame Composite Structures Considering Falling-Floors Impact.

Authors: Guo, Yuxu, Chen, Kang, Dai, Zheng, Yang, Bo, Alqawzai, Shagea, Kong, Deyang

Source: Journal of Structural Engineering; Sep2024, Vol. 150 Issue 9, p1-28, 28p

Subject Terms: Progressive collapse, Structural frames, Composite columns, Space frame structures, Composite structures, Steel framing, Structural engineering, Columns

Company/Entity: National Institute of Standards & Technology (U.S.)

A DNN-Based Surrogate Constitutive Equation for Geometrically Exact Thin-Walled Rod Members.

Authors: Kassab, Marcos Pires, Campello, Eduardo de Morais Barreto, Ibrahimbegovic, Adnan

Source: Computation; Mar2025, Vol. 13 Issue 3, p63, 24p

Subject Terms: Artificial neural networks, Structural frames, Energy function, Degrees of freedom, Machine learning

Multi-objective optimization study on the radiated noise of thin-walled structures in marine diesel engines.

Authors: Dai, Zheng, Du, Jingtao, Liu, Yang

Source: International Journal of Engine Research (Sage Publications, Ltd.); Mar2026, Vol. 27 Issue 3, p375-389, 15p

Development of a Numerical Tool for Laminate Composite Distortion Computation Through a Dual-Approach Strategy †.

Authors: Banu, Cesar, Bugaru, Mihai

Source: Applied Sciences (2076-3417); Nov2024, Vol. 14 Issue 22, p10656, 34p

Subject Terms: Residual stresses, Structural components, Compacting, Mathematical models, Curing

Simulation Method Improvement of Confined Concrete Box Steel Arch Supports in Soft Rock Tunnels.

Authors: Wang, Xiangxiang, Huang, Shuling, Ding, Xiuli, Zhang, Yuting, Liu, Dengxue, Han, Gang

Source: Symmetry (20738994); Dec2025, Vol. 17 Issue 12, p2076, 19p

Subject Terms: Computer simulation, Tunnels, Structural analysis (Engineering), Statistical accuracy, Concrete, Mechanical efficiency, Compressive strength

Field Monitoring Analysis and Welding Sequence Optimization of an Inclined-Column Dense-Beam Exterior Frame in a Super High-Rise Steel Structure.

Authors: Wu, Mai, Zhao, Meng, Yu, Yilong, Jiang, Yulong, Wang, Jiatong, Du, Yansheng, Li, Peng, Zhao, Xin

Source: Buildings (2075-5309); Jul2026, Vol. 16 Issue 14, p2835, 39p

An uncertainty-informed Bayesian probabilistic framework for re-evaluating dynamic increase factors in progressive collapse of reinforced concrete frames.

Authors: Jin, Yu¹ (AUTHOR) YU008@e.ntu.edu.sg, Yu, Zecheng² (AUTHOR) zecheng.yu@ntu.edu.sg, Li, Bing² (AUTHOR) cbli@ntu.edu.sg

Source: Engineering Structures. May2026, Vol. 354, pN.PAG-N.PAG. 1p.

Subject Terms: *Bayesian analysis, *Progressive collapse, *Simulation methods & models, *Mathematical optimization, *Reinforced concrete, *Uncertain systems, *Stochastic models

Company/Entity: United States. Dept. of Defense

Stress-Responsive Spatial Voronoi Optimization for Lightweight Architectural Shell Structures.

Authors: Zhou, Haining, Shi, Xinyu, Wan, Da, Cui, Weijiu, Bi, Kang, Zhao, Wenxuan, Jiao, Rong, Fukuda, Hiroatsu

Source: Buildings (2075-5309); May2025, Vol. 15 Issue 9, p1547, 21p

Subject Terms: Voronoi polygons, Finite element method, Polyethylene terephthalate, Adaptive control systems, Structural design

Drone Frame Optimization via Simulation and 3D Printing.

Authors: Kateb, Faris, Haseeb, Abdul, Misbah-Un-Noor, Syed, Alghamdi, Bandar M., Khan, Fazal Qudus, Khan, Bilal, Baseer, Abdul, Marwat, Masood Iqbal, Jan, Sadeeq

Source: Computers (2073-431X); Aug2025, Vol. 14 Issue 8, p328, 22p

Subject Terms: Drone aircraft, Computational fluid dynamics, Structural optimization, Computer simulation, Three-dimensional printing, Finite element method, Rapid prototyping, Multidisciplinary design optimization

Testing analysis of eSAF frame in case study of frame cracking based on finite element analysis.

Authors: Budiman, Yosef, Widyianto, Agus, Solikin, Moch, Budiman, Agus, Nugraha, Beni Setya

Source: AIP Conference Proceedings; 2025, Vol. 3354 Issue 1, p1-7, 7p

Subject Terms: Finite element method, Structural frames, Weathering, Strains & stresses (Mechanics), Yield stress, Crack formation in solids, Safety factor in engineering

Reinforcement learning based agents for improving layouts of automotive crash structures.

Authors: Trilling, Jens, Schumacher, Axel, Zhou, Ming

Source: Applied Intelligence; Jan2024, Vol. 54 Issue 2, p1751-1769, 19p

Subject Terms: Reinforcement learning, Structural frame models, Vehicle models