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Lateral resistance of ring-shank nail connections in Southern Pine lumber
(Texas A&M University, 1996)
The goals of this research were to gain a better understanding of the performance of ring-shank (annularly threaded) nails in lateral connections common to the post-frame industry, and to evaluate the European yield model ...
Production of low-fat tortilla chips using alternative methods of drying before frying
(Texas A&M University, 1996)
Tortilla chips were prepared from commercial nixtamalized dry masa flour. They were baked, sun dried and then fried in fresh soybean oil. Control chips were not sun-dried before frying. A commercial batch fryer was used. ...
System dynamics and controller development for denitrification using a packed column bioreactor
(Texas A&M University, 1996)
The nursery/floral industry is looking for ways to reduce the amount of nitrate present in their runoff so that they may discharge it without violating Environmental Protection Agency guidelines for nitrate discharge. One ...
A continuous ultrasonic scanner for lumber grading
(Texas A&M University, 1996)
The goal of this research was to improve mechanical stress grading technology through more accurate lumber strength and stiffness predictions. Specific objectives are: 1) develop a prototype ultrasonic lumber scanning ...
Analysis of the physical and mechanical properties of the pine nut as criteria in the design of a pine nut shelter
(Texas A&M University, 1996)
Among the hundred species of pines, a third are classified as soft pines, Largely on the basis of wood and leaf anatomy. Eleven species of soft pine make up the group known variously as the pinon, pinyon, or North American ...
Withdrawal resistance of ring-shank nails embedded in Southern pine lumber
(Texas A&M University, 1996)
The overall goal of this research was to was to gain a better understanding of ringshank nail connections, and to critically evaluate allowable design values for withdrawal. Specific goals ]Included: 1) measuring and ...
Simulation of a deep-fat frying process for tortilla chips
(Texas A&M University, 1996)
The process of deep-fat frying involves simultaneous heat and mass transfer Both frying and cooling conditions are critical to the final product quality. An understanding of the complex frying mechanism is helpful to improve ...
The design of a pre-collector for cyclone collectors
(Texas A&M University, 1996)
Tests were conducted on small laboratory scale ID-3D and 2D-2D cyclones to demonstrate the reduction in emission concentrations resulting when a pre-cyclone collector is used to collect large trash particles prior to cyclone ...
Evaluation of the Industrial Source Complex Screen2 for regulatory purposes
(Texas A&M University, 1996)
Air dispersion modeling is becoming a significant part of the regulatory process in many states. Most states require all new facilities to obtain a permit prior to construction. Part of this permit application is to ...