Similitude theory allows engineers, through a set of tools known as similitude methods, to
establish the necessary conditions to design a scaled (up or down) model of a full-scale …

Similitude theory is a branch of engineering science concerned with establishing the
necessary and sufficient conditions of similarity among phenomena, and has been applied …

This two-part paper addresses scaling of the dynamic response of clamped circular plates
subjected to close-range and large spherical blast loadings. Full-scale experiments …

The paper presents a review of experiments and calculation procedures for the resistances
of ship structural components subjected to impact loadings. The purpose of the paper is to …

Patterned by the unique hierarchical architecture, nacre has exceptional impact resistance
compared with the constituent materials. Hence, significant efforts have been devoted to …

This research aims at enhancing the performance of scale-model scooter decks by
investigating various architected cellular metamaterial and bio-inspired core structure …

U-type corrugated sandwich panels exhibit excellent mechanical properties, and their
application in the design of ship structures meets the requirements of the future development …

The problem of non-scalability of structures under impact loads caused by strain-rate effects
is solved in this article by properly correcting the impact velocity. The technique relies on the …

ABSTRACT A directional framework of similarity laws, termed oriented-density-length-
velocity (ODLV) system, is suggested for the geometrically distorted structures subjected to …

The development of the global economy has led to a rise in ship traffic. As a result, the risk of
accidents, such as collisions between ships and grounding, has also increased. Different …