Abstract: In well-designed reinforced concrete frames subjected to earthquake shaking, flexural yielding and cracking occur at the ends of the beams as they undergo large lateral displacements. As the cracks form, the horizontal ...

Abstract: Composite concrete filled tube (CFT) columns are advantageous for use in seismic resistant braced frame construction since these CFT columns are relatively inexpensive, stiff and strong. However, to utilize the composite ...

Abstract: Fatigue cracking occurs at the copes of stringer–floorbeam connections of older, riveted steel bridges. Some cracks are quite long and raise serious questions regarding the remaining fatigue life of the subject bridges. ...

Abstract: The Toutle River Bridge is a steel tied-arch bridge, one that vibrates extensively and has sustained significant fatigue cracking. An experimental study into the cause of this behavior is described. Computer analyses of ...