Prediction of fire-induced steel beam deformation using machine learning algorithms
December 2025
The versatility of steel in the construction industry stems from its advantages over other construction materials. Despite that, its poor resistance to fire has remained a serious concern. Several research...
A bibliometric mapping study on advances in the operational safety of maglev trains
December 2025
Magnetic levitation (maglev) trains represent a pivotal advancement in high-speed transportation. However, research on their aerodynamics and operational safety is complex and fragmented across various...
Hydraulic gradient effects on filter cake formation: microscopic insights from CFD–DEM simulations
December 2025
•This study examines how hydraulic gradients affect the efficiency of filter cake formation using CFD–DEM simulations,•It explores the microscopic mechanism by which hydraulic gradients accelerate filter...
A Survey of Coupled Vibration Characteristics and Control Methods in Maglev Transportation: Challenges, Methods and Progress
December 2025
As an advanced rail transportation technology, maglev trains have emerged as a significant research focus in the transportation field due to their advantages of contactless operation, low energy consumption,...
Transfer learning-based scoping prediction for train induced ground vibration using both simulated and experimental data
December 2025
Rapid scoping prediction of train-induced ground vibrations along the route is crucial during the planning phase of a metro line. Recently, machine learning methods have emerged for rapid prediction...
Effect of AMPS-based polycarboxylate superplasticizer on early hydration of cement and its mechanism
December 2025
2-acrylamide-2-methylpropanesulfonic acid (AMPS) has attracted much attention in the field of admixture design because of its highly electronegative sulfonic acid groups. However, the number of AMPS...
Journal of Railway Science and Technology: Advancing Global Railway Science and Innovation
October 2025
Test case generation of onboard ATP for heavy haul rail based on hybrid whale optimization algorithm
October 2025
Combinatorial Testing (CT) of the onboard Automatic Train Protection (ATP) functionality of train control systems for heavy haul rail can significantly enhance the safety of signalling equipment. However,...
Local shortwave irregularities detection for high-speed railway bridges using wavelet energy features of train-induced accelerations
October 2025
Local shortwave irregularities, a prevalent form of track damage, intensify train-bridge interactions, potentially compromising the safety and comfort of high-speed trains while shortening the service...
Mapping safety science in the construction and process industries: parallels and discrepancies
October 2025
•This study provides a high-level scientific review of scientific research on construction safety and process safety.•This study compares the research topics of construction safety and process safety...
Mechanical properties and damage analysis of polymer fiber reinforced concrete in low vacuum environments based on acoustic emission technology
October 2025
•The mechanical properties of concrete in low vacuum environments were improved by polymer fiber reinforcement.•Acoustic emission technology was utilized for mechanical damage analysis.•High-content...
Optimizing mountain railway alignments with a potential field guided 3D-RRT-star algorithm
October 2025
Developing railway alignments becomes increasingly challenging in undulating terrain with densely-distributed obstacles. Traditional alignment optimization methods, which employ a design process characterized...
Energy-efficient operation trajectory optimization of heavy-haul trains based on hybrid biological intelligent heuristic strategy
October 2025
The operation trajectory optimization of heavy-haul trains has potential to diminish transportation energy consumption. This can lead to significant economic benefits. However, in the domain of heavy-haul...
Seismic safety of high-speed railway train track bridge systems: research progress, disaster mechanisms, and mitigation strategies
October 2025
High-speed railway (HSR), as a rapid and efficient mode of transportation, is undergoing significant development in China. Bridge structures are widely utilized owing to their superior adaptability...
