Abstract: Rate-independent and rate-dependent models are presented for the hysteretic shear stress-strain behavior of elastomeric damping materials. A rate-independent hysteretic model, called the general asymptote and power function ...

Abstract: This paper presents research on seismic design of steel special moment resisting frames (SMRFs) with supplemental elastomeric dampers. The SMRF properties and damper design criteria are varied to illustrate their effects ...