Search Results - "D'Alessandro, F"

A three-dimensional downward leader model incorporating geometric and physical characteristics by Xie, Shijun, D’Alessandro, F., Zhao, Xiangen

“…•A 3-D downward leader model was proposed considering the fractal dimension, charge distribution and spatial electric field.•The critical electric field for…”
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Practical guidelines for the multivariate assessment of the structural risk in coastal and off-shore engineering by Salvadori, G., Durante, F., Tomasicchio, G.R., D'Alessandro, F.

“…The present work is of methodological nature, and represents an addendum to the guidelines for multivariate analysis and design in coastal and off-shore…”
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Energy and environmental performance optimization of a wooden window: A holistic approach by Baldinelli, G., Asdrubali, F., Baldassarri, C., Bianchi, F., D’Alessandro, F., Schiavoni, S., Basilicata, C.

“…•Windows analysed assessing thermal, optical, acoustic and LCA performance.•The use phase reveals the highest energy-environmental impacts for…”
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Practical guidelines for multivariate analysis and design in coastal and off-shore engineering by Salvadori, G., Tomasicchio, G.R., D'Alessandro, F.

“…A frequent statistical problem in many coastal and off-shore engineering situations is to estimate the probability of structural failure expressed in terms of…”
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Experimental thermo-acoustic characterization of innovative common reed bio-based panels for building envelope by Asdrubali, F., Bianchi, F., Cotana, F., D'Alessandro, F., Pertosa, M., Pisello, A.L., Schiavoni, S.

“…Natural and bio-based construction materials represent a promising solution for optimizing buildings' environmental sustainability. In this view, the paper…”
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Straw bale constructions: Laboratory, in field and numerical assessment of energy and environmental performance by D’Alessandro, F., Bianchi, F., Baldinelli, G., Rotili, A., Schiavoni, S.

“…The use of straw in buildings has been common since ancient times, but only at the beginning of the twentieth century house made of straw bales were built in…”
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Earthquake-induced landslide scenarios for seismic microzonation: application to the Accumoli area (Rieti, Italy) by Martino, S., Battaglia, S., D’Alessandro, F., Della Seta, M., Esposito, C., Martini, G., Pallone, F., Troiani, F.

“…Scenarios of earthquake-induced landslides are necessary for seismic microzonation (SM) studies since they must be integrated with the mapping of instability…”
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Experimental study of the effect of wind on positive and negative corona from a sharp point in a thunderstorm by D'Alessandro, F.

“…Corona discharge measurements made during a thunderstorm on a mountain at an altitude of almost 3300 m above sea level were analyzed for their dependence on…”
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Experimental and numerical characterization of innovative cardboard based panels: Thermal and acoustic performance analysis and life cycle assessment by Asdrubali, F., Pisello, A.L., D'Alessandro, F., Bianchi, F., Fabiani, C., Cornicchia, M., Rotili, A.

“…Efficient thermal insulating materials can significantly reduce energy consumption for both heating and cooling of buildings. When selecting an insulation…”
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Visibility of Anterolateral Ligament Tears in Anterior Cruciate Ligament–Deficient Knees With Standard 1.5-Tesla Magnetic Resonance Imaging by Hartigan, David E., M.D, Carroll, Kevin W., M.D, Kosarek, Frank J., M.D, Piasecki, Dana P., M.D, Fleischli, James F., M.D, D'Alessandro, Donald F., M.D

“…Purpose To attempt to visualize the ligament with standard 1.5-tesla magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) in the acute anterior cruciate ligament (ACL)–torn knee,…”
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Journey to the centre of the lung. The perspective of a mineralogist on the carcinogenic effects of mineral fibres in the lungs by Gualtieri, Alessandro F.

“…This work reviews the bio-chemical mechanisms leading to adverse effects produced when mineral fibres are inhaled and transported in the lungs from the…”
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On the optimum rod geometry for practical lightning protection systems by D’Alessandro, F.

“…The effectiveness of a lightning rod as a strike receptor has been the subject of a number of studies recently, particularly in relation to the influence of…”
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Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Asymptomatic Shoulder of Overhead Athletes: A 5-Year Follow-up Study by Connor, Patrick M., Banks, David M., Tyson, Alan B., Coumas, James S., D'Alessandro, Donald F.

“…Background Although several studies have described magnetic resonance imaging findings in shoulders of asymptomatic volunteers, no such investigation has been…”
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Towards a quantitative model to predict the toxicity/pathogenicity potential of mineral fibers by Gualtieri, Alessandro F.

“…Some mineral fibers represent a health hazard because they are classified as cancer-causing chemical/physical toxicants upon (chronic) dust inhalation…”
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Insulation materials for the building sector: A review and comparative analysis by Schiavoni, S., D׳Alessandro, F., Bianchi, F., Asdrubali, F.

“…The energy consumption of a building is strongly dependent on the characteristics of its envelope. The thermal performance of external walls represents a key…”
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Improving lightning protection with corona minimising air terminals by D'Alessandro, F.

“…A comprehensive approach to lightning protection is comprised of four key steps, namely protection against direct lightning strikes, dealing with surges and…”
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Early interventions for the prevention of PTSD in adults: a systematic literature review by LINARES, ILA M. P., CORCHS, FELIPE D’ALESSANDRO F., CHAGAS, MARCOS HORTES N., ZUARDI, ANTONIO WALDO, MARTIN-SANTOS, ROCIO, CRIPPA, JOSÉ ALEXANDRE S.

“…Abstract Background Secondary interventions are implemented within a short interval following the occurrence of traumatic events with the purpose of preventing…”
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The thermal energy storage potential of underground tunnels used as heat exchangers by Rotta Loria, Alessandro F.

“…This paper presents an unprecedented investigation of the thermal energy storage potential of underground tunnels used as heat exchangers, often called energy…”
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Prospective Evaluation of Thermal Capsulorrhaphy for Shoulder Instability: Indications and Results, Two- to Five-Year Follow-up by D'Alessandro, Donald F., Bradley, James P., Fleischli, James E., Connor, Patrick M.

“…Background Thermal shrinkage of capsular tissue has recently been proposed as a means to address the capsular redundancyassociated with shoulder instability…”
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Surf hydrodynamics in front of collapsing coastal dunes by Sancho, F., Abreu, T., D’Alessandro, F., Tomasicchio, G.R., Silva, P. A.

“…The hydrodynamics of the surf zone in front of collapsing coastal dunes are examined. The data was gathered during the HYDRALAB-III funded Transnational Access…”
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