Abstract: The finite-element method for simulating the nonlinear behavior of reinforced concrete structures has progressed to the point where it is close to being a practical everyday tool for design engineers. Further advancements ...

Abstract: A bracing system consisting of tension-only superelastic nickel-titanium shape-memory alloy (SMA) was developed and implemented as a retrofitting methodology for seismically deficient squat reinforced concrete shear walls. ...

Abstract: Advancements in the nonlinear finite-element method have resulted in reliable simulations of response for reinforced concrete (RC) structures, provided that an analysis program with comprehensive models for material and ...

Abstract: This paper presents experimental results of one as-built and three glass-fiber-reinforced polymer (GFRP)-retrofitted reinforced concrete columns subjected to simulated blast loading. Retrofitting involved various configurations ...

Abstract: An experimental investigation was conducted to assess the performance of a new buckling-restrained brace (BRB) system for retrofitting seismically deficient reinforced concrete frames. The BRB consists of a ductile inner ...

Abstract: This paper presents the results of an investigation of the dynamic behavior of a reinforced concrete frame that was strengthened by a buckling-restrained brace (BRB). The behavior of this frame was benchmarked against a ...