Intro
Contents
Solving Engineering Optimization Problems Using Machine Learning Classification-Assisted Differential Evolution
1 Introduction
2 Backgrounds
2.1 Constrained Optimization Problems
2.2 Differential Evolution
2.3 Adaptive Boosting Classification
3 Classification-Assisted Differential Evolution
4 Engineering Optimization Problems
4.1 Benchmark Problems
4.2 Parameter Setting
4.3 Comparative Results
5 Application to a Real-Size Double-Layer Grid Structure
6 Conclusions
References
Damage Detection in Structures Using Strain Measurement

1 Introduction
2 Modal Curvature Damage Detection Method
3 Experiments and Results
3.1 Strain Transducer
3.2 Finite Element Model
3.3 Experimental Setup
3.4 Results
4 Conclusion
References
Damage Detection in Structures by Wavelet Transforms: A Review
1 Introduction
2 One Dimensional Continuous Wavelet Transforms (1D-CWT)
3 One Dimensional Discrete Wavelet Transforms (1D-DWT)
4 Discussion
5 Conclusions
References
Experiences on Anchorage Systems for FRP Rods
1 Introduction
2 Anchorage Systems for FRP Rod Under Tensile Load and Tests

2.1 Tensile Test for G/CFRP Rods
3 Anchor Systems for Prestressed CFRP Rod
3.1 Results of Experimental Tests
4 Conclusion
References
Behaviour of Brickwork Masonry Strengthened with B/GFRP Strips
1 Introduction
2 Experimental Diagonal Compression Tests
3 Discussion on Experimental Results
4 Conclusion
References
Concrete Plates Reinforced with Embedded CFRP Rods and Carbon/Steel Strips
1 Introduction
2 Rectangular Plate Model and Bending Tests Setup
2.1 Isotropic Plate Models
2.2 Orthotropic Plate Model
3 Experimental Results
4 Discussion

5 Conclusions
References
Structural Health Monitoring for RC Beam Based on RBF Neural Network Using Experimental Modal Analysis
1 Introduction
2 Principle of RBF Neural Network
3 Proposed Experimental Work
3.1 Vibration of RC Beam Without Damage
3.2 Calibration of Experimental Model
3.3 Vibration of Damaged RC Beam Models
4 Proposed Experimental Work
5 Conclusion
References
Experimental Acoustic-Wavelet Method for Damage Detection on Laminated Composite Structures
1 Introduction
2 One Dimensional Continuous Wavelet Transforms
3 Proposed Technique

4 Experimental Tests and Results
4.1 Scenario 1
4.2 Scenario 2
4.3 Scenario 3
4.4 Scenario 4
4.5 Effect of Noise
5 Conclusions
References
Damage Identification in Thin Steel Beams Containing a Horizontal Crack Using the Artificial Neural Networks
1 Introduction
2 Basic Mathematical Formulations
2.1 Geometry
2.2 Finite Element Modeling
2.3 Solution Method
2.4 Artificial Neural Network
3 Proposed Approach
4 Results and Discussion
5 Conclusions
References
Polycarbonate Degradation Under Heat and Irradiation
1 Introduction