Column Dimensions Research Articles

Redesign Struktur Atas Beton Bertulang Dan Atap Baja Pada Pembangunan Gedung Serbaguna dan Olahraga Universitas Subang

Subang University (Unsub) is the first university in Subang Regency. On the Subang University campus itself, which consists of several buildings, there is no presentative room that can be used for various activities (multipurpose room). Therefore, it is necessary to re-design the space in a presentative manner in accordance with the construction rules in accordance with the applicable SNI. The re-designminimizes damage to building structures that do not meet the applicable SNI standards, in accordancewith the provisions of SNI 1726:20212 (Procedures for Earthquake Resistance Planning for BuildingStructures) as a Geotechnical Based on Building Structures, SNI 1727: 2013 (Minimum Free StandardsUsed for Building Design), and SNI 2847:2013 (Requirements for Structural Berton Used for Buildings),and the SNI regulations are divided into 4 load categories, such as: Dead Load, Live Load, Wind Loadand Earthquake Load, and used SAP 2000 to process the redesign analysis. The results of the re-designshowed that the design of the dimension column had the highest ratio (0.971), with 2 rafter designs (WF600x200x11x17) (WF 500x200x10x16), with a lot of upper reinforcement (8D22) and lowerreinforcement (5D22).

Target‐drift seismic‐force‐based design of one‐story reinforced concrete precast buildings considering the requirements of the second generation of the Eurocode 8 standard

AbstractResults are presented concerning the force‐based design of a wide range of reinforced concrete, single‐story precast buildings, considering the requirements of the new Eurocode 8 standard. The relevant criterion defining the cross‐sectional dimensions of the columns was the 2% drift limitation. Buildings were designed considering a behavior factor of 3 and a 50% reduction in stiffness corresponding to the gross cross‐section. The design evaluation, using a nonlinear pushover analysis, revealed that all the buildings could expect approximately twice the drift considered in the design with significant second‐order effects, particularly in very tall columns. The main reasons for large discrepancies between the elastic and nonlinear analyses were the arbitrarily selected behavior factor and the arbitrarily selected reduction in stiffness corresponding to the gross cross‐section (the stiffness considered in the design was approximately double what the nonlinear analysis revealed). The analysis revealed that these two quantities are closely correlated. Once the dimensions of the columns had been selected, the force and initial stiffness reduction could not be chosen arbitrarily. Correlations were determined between the column dimensions, theoretical stiffness reduction, seismic force reduction (behavior factor) and second‐order effects. From these correlations, a new target‐drift force‐based design methodology was proposed. All considered buildings were redesigned using the proposed method. The results of the new design and the nonlinear‐pushover‐based analysis correlated well.

Quantum circuit syntheses of Boolean matrix multiplication using only CNOT gates

Abstract Boolean matrices and operations on Boolean matrices have become increasingly popular in quantum computing and quantum information because they can be used to represent quantum states and the corresponding operations. In this paper, we first give a quantum circuit direct synthesis of general Boolean matrix multiplication using Toffoli gates. We assign a qubit to each element of the matrix and add Toffoli gates at the corresponding positions where the matrix elements are multiplied according to the arithmetic of matrix multiplication. For $n\times p$ dimensional matrix $A$ multiplied by $p\times m$ dimensional matrix $B$, $np + pm + nm$ qubits and at most $pmn$ Toffoli gates are used in total. Then, an improved heuristic algorithm based on matrix Hamming distance selection of CNOT gate is proposed to synthesize the quantum circuit of a matrix, without using wire switching and SWAP gates, using only CNOT gates. The results show that our method is as good as or better than the classical synthesis. Finally, the quantum circuit of Boolean matrix multiplication with at least one invertible or full-rank matrix using only CNOT gates is given, which is divided into five cases for discussion and analysis. For $n\times n$ dimensional invertible matrix $A$ multiplied by $n\times m$ dimensional matrix $B$, $nm$ qubits and at most $mn^{2}$ CNOT gates are used in total. For $n\times p$ dimensional column full-rank matrix $A$ multiplied by $p\times m$ dimensional matrix $B$, $nm$ qubits and at most $pmn$ CNOT gates are used in total. The results show that this method uses less quantum resources to synthesize the quantum circuit of Boolean matrix multiplication. The correctness of the quantum circuits was verified by the Aer simulator of the IBM Quantum platform.

Punching shear behavior for flat slabs with CFRP and openings

This study is devoted to investigate the flexural behavior of geopolymer flat slab that have transverse web openings with CFRP. The shear reinforcement is considered one of the important solutions to increase the resistance of the slabs to the failure of the punching shear and it is also possible through the use of these collars to provide service openings next to the columns. Three molds made of wood were prepared to examine 15 samples of geopolymer concrete under concentrated conditions, Dimensions of section are of total (70*70*7 cm) and Dimensions of column (15*15*15 cm). Three groups of models comprise the models for this research: the first group looks at the impact of the column's location; the second group looks at the impact of an opening next to the column or not; and the third group looks at the impact of CFRP. The findings demonstrated that the presence of transverse web openings affects the general flexural behavior of flat slab geopolymer reinforced concrete as a result of the reduction of concrete within the geopolymer concrete section. CFRP specimens demonstrated superior due to the inherent mechanical properties of the material. Among the various repairing procedures used, the full wrapping technique yielded the best results after the repairs.

Experimental study on the compressive behavior of UHPC filled stainless steel tubes subjected to monotonic and cyclic loading

Ultra-High Performance Concrete Filled Stainless Steel Tubular (UHPCFSST) column is a novel type of composite columns appealing to be adopted in corrosive and marine environment. To explore the axial performance of UHPCFSST columns, this paper initiates an experimental program containing 14 UHPCFSST columns subjected to either monotonic or cyclical axial compressive loading. The test variables in this program mainly include the column dimension, tube thickness and the loading schemes. Based on the test results, the damage evolution process, ultimate failure mode, load-deformation response and the typical mechanical performance indexes inclusive of loading-carrying capacity, stiffness degradation, as well as ductility coefficient are thoroughly examined. After that, theoretical analysis is carried out to explore the interaction behavior between UHPC and stainless-steel tube and hence judge the degree of confinement effect. To assess the applicability of the code equations stipulated in current international design guidelines and the empirical formulas proposed by other researchers, a small-scale dataset containing 41 UHPCFSST columns was compiled to make comparison of axial capacity between test results and analytical predictions. In view of the limited accuracy or the burdensome calculation process, a new formula considering actual loading carrying mechanism was proposed to calculate the axial capacity of UHPCFSST columns, which exhibits enhanced accuracy and efficiency than the current formulas.

Mode-wise principal subspace pursuit and matrix spiked covariance model

Abstract This paper introduces a novel framework called Mode-wise Principal Subspace Pursuit (MOP-UP) to extract hidden variations in both the row and column dimensions for matrix data. To enhance the understanding of the framework, we introduce a class of matrix-variate spiked covariance models that serve as inspiration for the development of the MOP-UP algorithm. The MOP-UP algorithm consists of two steps: Average Subspace Capture (ASC) and Alternating Projection. These steps are specifically designed to capture the row-wise and column-wise dimension-reduced subspaces which contain the most informative features of the data. ASC utilizes a novel average projection operator as initialization and achieves exact recovery in the noiseless setting. We analyse the convergence and non-asymptotic error bounds of MOP-UP, introducing a blockwise matrix eigenvalue perturbation bound that proves the desired bound, where classic perturbation bounds fail. The effectiveness and practical merits of the proposed framework are demonstrated through experiments on both simulated and real datasets. Lastly, we discuss generalizations of our approach to higher-order data.

The Consequence of the Involvement of Flexural, Compression, and Punching Reinforcement Upon Punching Strength

Flat slabs have an important role in concrete buildings due to their architectural flexibility and speed of construction. Punching shear is one of the most important phenomena to be considered during the design of reinforced concrete flat slabs, as this type of failure is brittle and does not predict previously raised alarms before failure. The main factors that affect punching strength in concrete are compressive strength, flexural reinforcement, and punching reinforcement in the form of stirrups, shear studs, or other shapes. This paper is part of a research program operated at the reinforced concrete laboratory of the Faculty of Engineering, Cairo University, to evaluate the contribution of horizontal flexural reinforcement, horizontal compression reinforcement, and vertical punching reinforcement on the punching strength of reinforced concrete flat slabs. In this research, fifteen half-scale specimens are cast and tested. The specimens had dimensions of 1100×1100 mm and a total thickness of 120 mm. All specimens were connected to a square column of dimensions 150×150 mm and loaded at the four corners with a supported span of 1000 mm. The main parameters considered in this research included spacing between stirrups, width of the stirrups, number of stirrup branches, ratio of the compression reinforcement, and ratio of the tension reinforcement. During testing, ultimate capacity, steel strain, cracking pattern, and deformation were recorded. The experimental results were analyzed and compared against values estimated from different international design codes. Doi: 10.28991/CEJ-2024-010-09-014 Full Text: PDF

Mitigating In-Column Artificial Modifications in High-Temperature LC-MS for Bottom-Up Proteomics and Quality Control of Protein Biopharmaceuticals.

Elevating the column temperature is an effective strategy for improving the chromatographic separation of peptides. However, high temperatures induce artificial modifications that compromise the quality of the peptide analysis. Here, we present a novel high-temperature LC-MS method that retains the benefits of a high column temperature while significantly reducing peptide modification and degradation during reversed-phase liquid chromatography. Our approach leverages a short inline trap column maintained at a near-ambient temperature installed upstream of a separation column. The retentivity and dimensions of the trap column were optimized to shorten the residence time of peptides in the heated separation column without compromising the separation performance. This easy-to-implement approach increased peak capacity by 1.4-fold within a 110 min peptide mapping of trastuzumab and provided 10% more peptide identifications in exploratory LC-MS proteomic analyses compared with analyses conducted at 30 °C while maintaining the extent of modifications close to the background level. In the peptide mapping of biopharmaceuticals, where in-column modifications can falsely elevate the levels of some critical quality attributes, the method reduced temperature-related artifacts by 66% for N-terminal pyroGlu and 63% for oxidized Met compared to direct injection at 60 °C, thus improving reliability in quality control of protein drugs. Our findings represent a promising advancement in LC-MS methodology, providing researchers and industry professionals with a valuable tool for improving the chromatographic separation of peptides while significantly reducing the unwanted modifications.

Fire performance of steel reinforced concrete column to reinforced concrete beam planar frames: Experiment

This paper investigates the fire performance of large-scale steel reinforced concrete (SRC) column to reinforced concrete (RC) beam planar frames by a series of fire resistance tests. The testing parameters included beam load ratio, column steel ratio and column dimension. The test results indicated that, in fire condition, the SRC column to RC beam frame exhibited two primary failure modes: beam shear failure and column compression failure. In the case of beam shear failure, the fire resistance of frame specimens increased as the beam load decreased. In the scenario of column compression failure, out-of-plane failure occurred due to the weak axis of the SRC column being located outside the frame plane. Concurrently, the RC beam displayed significant shear deformation at the ends and notable bending deformation in the middle. The test results indicated that the column cross-sectional size notably influenced the fire resistance of SRC column to RC beam frame, however, the influence of column steel ratio was minimal.

Numerical derivation of pressure-impulse (P-I) diagrams of prefabricated RC columns with steel joints subjected to blast loads

In recent decades, terrorist attacks and accidental explosions have occurred frequently. The casualties are not only caused by the shock wave, but also by the structural collapse initialed from the failure of structural columns. In this paper, the dynamic response and damage mechanism of prefabricated reinforced concrete (RC) columns with steel joints (PRC) subjected to blast loads are numerically investigated. By comparing the numerical results with the experimental results, the accuracy of the finite element (FE) model is firstly verified. Then, dynamic responses and damage of PRC under blast loads induced by the TNT explosions and vapor cloud explosions (VCEs) are investigated and compared with each other. The results indicated that PRC damage under VCEs with 9.3 MPa is larger than that under TNT explosions. Conversely, the damage under VCEs with 7 MPa is smaller than that under TNT explosions, and the blast-induced damage and dynamic behavior of PRC under two types of explosions is different. Subsequently, parametric studies are further carried out to investigate the influence of key parameters of PRC, including longitudinal and transverse reinforcement ratio, column dimensions, concrete strength, steel sleeve dimensions on PRC damage. It is revealed that different parameters affect the damage for PRC column in different load regions of P-I diagrams, including the impulsive load region, dynamic load region and quasi-static load region. Increasing the sleeve length, sleeve ratio and transverse reinforcement ratio improves the shear-resistant performance of PRC, and these parameters more easily affected PRC damage in the impulsive load region. Increasing the concrete strength and column depth can increase the blast-resistant performance of PRC in three load regions. Based on parametric studies, pressure-impulse (P-I) diagrams for damage evaluation of PRC under VCEs and TNT explosions are proposed and verified. Finally, Blast-resistant design procedure of PRC based on P-I diagram is developed.

RP-HPLC Method for Estimation of Caspofungin in Bulk and in Parenteral Dosage Form

In order to more precisely and accurately estimate the antifungal medicine caspofungin and its parenteral dosage form, a new, straightforward, and cost-effective reverse-phase high-performance liquid chromatography (RP-HPLC) technique has been created. The accuracy, precision, linearity, specificity, and reproducibility of the method for the measurement of caspofungin in used equipment were determined during the present study’s validation according to the International Council of Harmonization (ICH) criteria. Elution was accomplished using a CHEMSIL ODS-C18 (5μm) column in isocratic mode with a mobile phase consisting of acetonitrile:ammonium acetate buffer at pH 4.8 (60:40%v/v). The mobile phase was pumped into the column at a flow rate of 1.0 mL/min, and the eluent was detected using a variable wavelength UV detector set at 210 nm. The column dimensions are 250 × 4.6 mm. The chromatogram for the optimized RP-HPLC method of caspofungin estimation had 28,99 theoretical plates (N) and a strong peak at a resolution time of 16,105 minutes. The thorough validation process led to the conclusion that the approach is stable and could be applied for the duration of the drug’s shelf life.

Multi‐objective optimization design of concrete outriggers based on Genetic–HookeJeeves algorithm: Reducing lateral deflection, differential axial shortening, and construction cost of the structure

SummaryIn the context of tall concrete structures, it is crucial to not only control the lateral displacement of the building but also address the issue of differential axial shortenings in its vertical elements. Concrete outriggers, commonly resembling relatively stiff beams spanning one to two floors, connect the central core to exterior columns. The strategic placement and appropriate stiffness of these outriggers at different heights of the structure can significantly influence the overall behavior of the entire structure. This study focuses on optimizing the location, depth, and thickness of concrete outriggers, along with the dimensions of beams and columns, as well as the thickness of the core shear wall with the objective of minimizing construction costs and mitigating the occurrence of lateral displacement and differential axial shortenings within the structure. To achieve this, a combined approach of the Genetic–HookeJeeves algorithm has been employed. In this research, we have integrated HookeJeeves, a local search algorithm, with the genetic algorithm to create a hybrid approach that demonstrates high convergence performance. The structural modeling and analysis were conducted using ETABS finite element software, while a Euro‐International Concrete Committee model (CEB model) was utilized to assess the magnitude of differential axial shortenings, enabling us to approximate the long‐term behavior of concrete. The findings of this study highlight the significant impact of the location and stiffness of outriggers on mitigating both lateral displacement and differential axial shortenings within the structure. Optimal placement of an outrigger resulted in a 16% reduction in lateral displacement, and this value could reach up to 25% when the outrigger possessed the ideal stiffness. Additionally, such an arrangement led to a remarkable 36% decrease in the maximum differential axial shortening observed in the structure. These outcomes demonstrate that meeting the design requirements of the intended structure not only improves its performance but also reduces construction costs by 31%.

Experiments on the material and stability performance of slender WAAM plated structures

An experimental study has been carried out to investigate the material and stability performance of WAAM 316L stainless steel plates supported along both edges. The experiments were facilitated by testing a series of square hollow section (SHS) stub columns and tensile coupons extracted from the plates manufactured along with the stub columns. The tensile test results provided the material properties to be used for later analysis of the stub column tests, and indicated anisotropic material behaviour while displaying satisfactory material ductility. The SHS stub column dimensions fall in the range of ‘slender’ cross-sections as defined by Eurocode 3. Their geometric profiles were 3D laser scanned and analysed prior to the compression tests. The failure modes and load carrying capacities of the WAAM SHS stub columns were analysed and compared to the specimens in previous similar studies. The use of the Effective Width Equation in Eurocode 3 and the Continuous Strength Method for the design of slender WAAM stainless steel plates are evaluated.

UTILIZING FIBER MESH AND NYLON ROPE AS NON-STEEL REINFORCEMENT FOR SANDWICH CONCRETE PLATE PRECAST IN COASTAL AREA STRUCTURES

Reinforced concrete, a popular construction choice, is often selected due to the limited availability of materials like wood and increased familiarity with concrete. However, coastal structures using steel bars in reinforced concrete usually face corrosion issues. Corrosion can be mitigated by increasing concrete compressive strength and enlarging the concrete cover to protect the steel from saltwater. These measures are challenging for small structures due to the small dimensions of columns, beams, and plates, making thick concrete covers difficult. Additionally, small structures are often built manually or semi-manually, complicating the achievement of higher compressive strength and watertightness. However, there is hope. Researchers have developed reinforced concrete with non-metal reinforcement, such as fiber mesh and nylon rope, and combined regular and lightweight concrete to reduce dead loads, creating a sandwich concrete slab. Test results show that the slab has sufficient strength for light construction, with a strong bond between mortar and foam concrete. Although fiber mesh and nylon rope do not yet increase the slab's flexural strength, nylon rope prevents brittle failure. This promising research paves the way for further studies and potential improvements in the future.

Hyphenation of Thermodesorption into GC × GC-TOFMS for Odorous Molecule Detection in Car Materials: Column Sets and Adaptation of Second Column Dimensions to TD Pressure Constraints

Vehicle interior air quality is an issue of growing interest among car manufacturers and customers. GC-MS is the benchmark method for the analysis of indoor air or material emissions. It is suitable for the quantification of target pollutants and the most abundant compounds. It fails, however, to uncover the true molecular complexity of these samples. In the present study, we describe the development of a TD-GC × GC-TOFMS method designed to detect polar and potentially odorous molecules in car material emissions. Attention is paid to the hyphenation of the thermodesorber and the gas chromatograph, both at software and hardware levels, and the constraints due to pressure limitations on the thermodesorber (evaluated at 414 kPa/60 psi at the end of the temperature ramp and at 138 kPa/20 psi at rest). A compromise was made for the 2D column length and diameter to balance separation and pressure (50 × 0.18 × 0.18 cm × mm × µm + 60 cm transfer line selected). On various materials, we were able to observe several hundreds of polar molecules, among them were between 75 and 150 odorants per material. This work lays the foundation for the widespread screening of potential odorants in car material emissions.

Chemical fingerprinting and multicomponent quantitative analysis for quality control of Cinnamomum tamala collected from Western Himalaya by HPLC-DAD

Cinnamomum tamala, commonly known as “Indian bay leaf” or “Tejpat”, is an economically important plant widely used in medicine, food and cosmetic industries. Growing demand for its leaf and bark in the herbal trade and non-availability of quality materials lead to large-scale species admixture and adulteration in the global market. The present study aims at developing a validated HPLC-DAD (High-performance liquid chromatography coupled with diode array detection) method and multiple markers-based chemical fingerprints for quality evaluation of C. tamala leaf extracts. Five bioactive compounds, viz., coumarin, cinnamyl alcohol, cinnamic acid, cinnamaldehyde and cinnamyl acetate, were identified and quantified in 28 samples collected from the western Himalayan region of India. The chromatographic separation was achieved on Shimadzu Shimpak C18 column (dimension 250 × 4.6 mm, pore size 5 μm) with a gradient elution of mobile phase using acetonitrile and 0.1 percent phosphate buffer and the chromatograms were obtained at a wavelength of 265 nm. The method validation was done by analyzing the linearity, LOD, LOQ, precision, stability, repeatability and recovery rates of standard compounds for quantitative analysis. The values of coefficient of correlation (R2) were found to be close to 1 for linearity and similarity analysis; and standard deviation was less than 3 percent in case of precision, stability, repeatability and recovery rates. The content of target compounds such as coumarin, cinnamyl alcohol, cinnamic acid, cinnamaldehyde and cinnamyl acetate varied in the range of 0–1.09, 0–0.05, 0.07–0.51, 0.39–1.27 and 0–0.27 percent, respectively. In the chemical fingerprint of C. tamala leaves, a total of 13 peaks were assigned as common peaks. The results of the study indicated that the HPLC method now developed combining chemical fingerprint with quantification of analytes could serve as a useful tool for quality evaluation of herbal raw materials of C. tamala and a valuable reference for further study.

COMPARATIVE STUDY OF STEEL CONNECTION USING US AND IS CODE ON TEKLA STRUCTURE

This paper presents a comprehensive comparative study of steel connections implemented in Tekla Structures software, employing both the US and IS (Indian Standards) codes. The investigation focuses on analyzing the differences in design criteria, detailing requirements, and fabrication practices between the two codes. Specifically, the study explores variations in bolt sizing, beam and column dimensions, as well as detailing specifications for bolted connections. Through detailed examination and comparison, significant disparities are identified, highlighting the importance of adhering to specific standards to ensure structural integrity and compatibility in construction projects. Additionally, the study addresses the implications of these differences on material estimation, cost evaluation, and overall project outcomes. By providing insights into the utilization of US and IS codes within Tekla Structures, this research contributes to enhancing the understanding and implementation of international standards in structural engineering practices. Keyword- Tekla Structure, Steel Structure, Us and Is Codes

Design and simulation of neutron radiography system for an aqueous homogeneous solution reactor

AHR reactors are known for the production of radiopharmaceuticals. The ARGUS reactor is one of the most famous of these reactors, which has been designed originally for radioisotopes production. The ARGUS reactor produces a suitable neutron flux that can be used for other applications such as neutron radiography (NR). Here, a NR system is designed step by step using the Monte Carlo method. The length of the collimator, divergence angle, diameter of the aperture, and thermal column dimension are designed. The designed aperture and thermal column are selected from boron carbide and heavy water, respectively. The depth of the thermal column is changed until the ratio of thermal neutrons to total neutrons (TNC) reached above 90%. The hole inside the thermal column is designed and internal lining is done. The inner lining is made of cadmium and had a thickness of 1 mm, and the space between the inner and outer lining is filled with lead. To reduce the gamma dose to acceptable values, the position of the collimator is changed instead of using a gamma filter. By changing the depth of the hole and creating the convergence angle to the hole, the flux of thermal neutrons will be 1.8E+6 n.cm−2s−1 that satisfy the IAEA suggested values for NR. Then, the uniformity of the radiation field of the neutron flux output from the collimator is obtained. At the end, images of SI and BPI standards are recorded. The good quality and contrast of these images showed the acceptable design of the NR system for the ARGUS reactor.

Studying the effect of using CFRP warping on strength of husk rice concrete columns

Abstract This research presents the effect of carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP) on a strength of concrete containing rice husk. Two shapes of columns (circular and square) were used to compare these two types in terms of resistance axial loading. Twelve concrete columns were casting; six are square and others are circular cross-section. All columns of each shape were divided into three groups, and each group consisted of two columns: the first group without CFRP, the second group covered with one layer of CFRP, and the last group covered with two layers of CFRP. The dimensions of the square columns were 300 mm × 300 mm and the height was 900 mm, with reinforced 4–6 mm steel bars. The circular columns were 300 mm in diameter with same height 900 mm and reinforced with 6–6 mm steel bars. Burnt rice husks are added at a rate of 10% of the amount of cement that should be added to the concrete mix. The test results showed the circular columns were the strongest and most resistant to axial loading than square columns. Also, the CFRP wrapping is very effective in strengthening circular concrete columns but significantly less effective in strengthening square concrete columns because the latter have sharp corners and flat sides.

Experimental investigation of punching shear behavior of flat slabs supported by rectangular columns and loaded with various load patterns

AbstractThe paper presents the results of an original experimental program that was focused on punching shear behavior of flat slabs supported by rectangular columns with a column rectangularity index cmax/cmin = 1.0, 4.33, and 6.33 and slabs supported by elongated columns that were loaded by four different load patterns. Seven isolated flat slab specimens with a thickness of 200 mm were tested until their failure. An effect of the column geometry and the way of the flat slab loading on punching shear capacity of slab‐column connections were investigated. The obtained experimental results were confronted with predictions carried out with the design provisions from code of practice EC2 (2004), ACI 318‐19, and prEC2 (2021) and the original Critical Shear Crack Theory (CSCT) (2008) model developed by Muttoni. Experimental results confirmed an effect of column rectangularity on punching shear resistance when a value of shear strength ratio Vtest/Vmodel was below one in the specimens with cmax/cmin > 2. The highest punching resistance was achieved in slab specimen with loading pattern x/2y where x is an axis along the column dimension cmax. The lowest capacity was achieved with a loading pattern 9x/y where 90% of the load flew perpendicular to the axis “y” parallel with cmin. The most accurate and balanced predictions provided CSCT (2008) model.