In this study, an effective intelligent system based on artificial neural networks (ANN) and a
new version of the sine cosine algorithm (SCA) is developed to evaluate and predict the …

In the framework of designing civil engineering structures such as dams and road
embankments, slope stability assessment is essential. Many slope stability assessment …

This study considers the optimum design of reinforced concrete combined footings. Analysis
and design procedures are developed based on the American Concrete Institute (ACI 318 …

For preventing landslide disasters caused by the slope collapse, it is crucial to research on
the investigation of slope stability. For the very complex influence factors on the slope …

In response to the increasing demand for freight transportation, specialized heavy-haul
railway lines were constructed to accommodate larger trains carrying heavier loads. This led …

Nowadays, solving constrained engineering problems related to optimization approaches is
an attractive research topic. The chaotic krill herd approach is considered as one of most …

The anchor cable is an excellent reinforcement device for enhancing slope performance
subjected to earthquakes. Thus, this work combines the minimum potential energy principle …

Present work examines flexural–torsional coupling for static and stability analysis of thin-
walled composite beams having variable stiffness. Variable stiffness composites (VSCs) …

Structural health monitoring is crucial for the timely damage diagnosis of civil infrastructure.
This paper explores the damage detection method based on the ant colony algorithm (ACO) …

This paper investigates the application and the performance of covariance matrix adaptation-
evolution strategy (CMA-ES) in structural damage detection and quantification. Many of the …