For construction activities, timely resource allocation is crucial to avoid unnecessary waiting time of resources and delay of activities, especially under the condition of limited supply of resources. Timely resource allocation, i.e. determination of an activity that has the highest priority to...

The creation of microfractures within rock is commonly observed as rock is strained. The presence of these microfractures constitutes damage to the rock, and this damage can reduce the rock’s strength. This paper explores the evolution of rock strength as microfractures within a rock...

This paper analyses the conditions for sino-Australian joint ventures, assesses those likely to be most suitable and retionalises the characteristics of existing joint ventures in the Peoples's Republic of China. Due to differing social systems and cultures between the West and the PRC Western...