Abstract: Historical earthquake events have demonstrated the destructive potential of postearthquake fire and the vulnerability of structural systems to such multiple events. Current well-established seismic design provisions, ...

Abstract: Assessing the stability of steel building frames exposed to fire conditions is challenging because of the need to consider the elevated temperature properties of steel, nonuniform heating of structural members, and large ...

Abstract: The direct physical loss from a tornado is one possible factor in considering resilience goals for a community. Estimating such loss has historically been achieved either through analysis of empirical data from historical ...

Abstract: Preterm birth is the primary contributor to perinatal morbidity and mortality, with those born prior to 32 weeks disproportionately contributing compared to those born at 32–37 weeks. Outcomes for babies born prematurely ...

Abstract: Some steel structures, such as hydraulic navigation and marine structures, operate in harsh wet and corrosive environments and can suffer significant deterioration. The deterioration manifests itself in the form of corrosion, ...

Abstract: Tornadoes are considered a low-probability high-consequence event that can cause significant damage to community infrastructure, resulting in injuries and fatalities and ultimately creating long-term socioeconomic losses. ...