UHV transmission tower-line structures: An integrated and critical review from bearing capacity and wind-induced vibration to reliability assessment and design optimization
Available online 22 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
Available online 26 May 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...
Design of vertical grouting joints for precast concrete wind turbine structures using numerical modeling
Available online 11 May 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,...
Study on shear capacity and slip behavior of grooved rivets based on push-out tests
Available online 7 May 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...
A multi-scale digital twin framework integrating real-time control and long-term prognostics for wind energy infrastructure
Available online 6 May 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...
