Abstract: The development of structural systems is a constantly evolving process to guarantee safety and serviceability against natural hazards. As a result, diagrid structural systems became a current trend in tubular mid- and ...

Abstract: In December 2021, an EF-4 tornado swept through several Midwest states in the United States, with Kentucky being the worst hit. Among the impacted towns was Mayfield, KY, where the historic buildings in downtown suffered ...

Abstract: Structural systems are vulnerable to dynamic loading and need special protection while facing extreme conditions. This study proposes an integrated structural control and health monitoring (ISCHM) system to enhance the ...

Abstract: Real-time damage identification (DI) augments smart structures with instant damage information. Capturing the severity and location of the damage via real-time DI will allow for effective scheduling of preventive measures ...

Abstract: Mitigating tornado damage remains a critical challenge for communities throughout much of the United States. Enhanced construction techniques typically used in hurricane-prone regions are often recommended as at least part ...