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Topological and Size Optimization of RC Beam Bridges: An Automated Design Approach for Cost Effective and Environmental Friendly Solutions

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|Dec 2019

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.2478/ncr-2019-0017 | Journal eISSN: 2545-2819 | Journal ISSN: 0800-6377
Language: English
Page range: 53 - 78
Submitted on: Sep 18, 2019
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Accepted on: Nov 6, 2019
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Published on: Dec 31, 2019
In partnership with: Paradigm Publishing Services
Publication frequency: 2 issues per year

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