UHV transmission tower-line structures: An integrated and critical review from bearing capacity and wind-induced vibration to reliability assessment and design optimization
June 2026
Ultra-high voltage (UHV) transmission tower-line structures are critical for long-distance, high-capacity power transmission, yet they face increasing challenges related to safety, reliability, and...
Advances in engineering structures for wind turbines in China
June 2026
The development of wind turbines is a key pathway for achieving China’s “dual carbon” goals and promoting high-quality socio-economic growth. However, onshore wind turbine projects in China must contend...
A multi-scale digital twin framework integrating real-time control and long-term prognostics for wind energy infrastructure
June 2026
Wind turbine life-cycle management involves disparate timescales, including real-time control for operational stability and long-term prognostics for structural integrity. Current digital twin applications...
Design of vertical grouting joints for precast concrete wind turbine structures using numerical modeling
June 2026
Precast concrete structures benefit from being highly rigid, stable, low-maintenance, and quick to construct, and as such are widely used in wind turbine towers. Due to transportation size limitations,...
Wave-structure interaction of offshore floating solar array: Uniform and hybrid floaters
Available online 13 August 2026
Floating solar farms have become one of the most promising options for offshore energy infrastructure, yet concerns about wave-induced loading on the structures continue to hold back stakeholders. This...
Study on shear capacity and slip behavior of grooved rivets based on push-out tests
June 2026
Shear connectors are critical components governing the shear transfer efficiency and long-term service reliability of composite structures. Conventional headed stud connectors require extensive cast-in-place...
Investigation into the mechanical behavior of alkali-slag rubber aggregate concrete
Available online 12 August 2026
This study designed 34 groups comprising 102 specimens to investigate the mechanical properties of alkali-activated slag rubber aggregate concrete (ASRAC). The effects of the replacement ratios of fine...
Technology-specific risk governance in renewable energy projects: comparative review and lifecycle synthesis
Available online 26 August 2026
Renewable energy deployment is accelerating, but many projects remain vulnerable to risks that are not fully captured by technology-centered feasibility assessments. Previous studies have identified...
