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Framework for the nonlinear dynamic simulation of the seismic response of infilled RC frames

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Abstract

This paper proposes a computationally efficient approach to simulate the seismic performance of masonry-infilled reinforced concrete (RC) frames. The proposed framework utilizes diagonal struts to simulate the effect of the masonry panels. The struts are calibrated once the anticipated failure mechanism has been identified and the backbone curve has been estimated using a set of recently developed analytical equations. The experimental results from the shake-table tests of a 2/3-scale, two-bay, three-story frame are used to validate the proposed methodology. The comparison with the experimental data indicates that the proposed framework can capture the basic features of the structural behavior including the initial and post-yield stiffness, as well as the peak and residual strength. Moreover, the comparison with the widely used guidelines in ASCE 41-06 indicates that the proposed methodology is considerably more accurate.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication11th National Conference on Earthquake Engineering 2018, NCEE 2018
Subtitle of host publicationIntegrating Science, Engineering, and Policy
PublisherEarthquake Engineering Research Institute
Pages6573-6583
Number of pages11
ISBN (Electronic)9781510873254
StatePublished - 2018
Event11th National Conference on Earthquake Engineering 2018: Integrating Science, Engineering, and Policy, NCEE 2018 - Los Angeles, United States
Duration: Jun 25 2018Jun 29 2018

Publication series

Name11th National Conference on Earthquake Engineering 2018, NCEE 2018: Integrating Science, Engineering, and Policy
Volume10

Conference

Conference11th National Conference on Earthquake Engineering 2018: Integrating Science, Engineering, and Policy, NCEE 2018
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityLos Angeles
Period06/25/1806/29/18

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