Abstract: Research has continued to broaden understanding of tornadoes and their effect on civil infrastructure. Because a significant portion of the losses associated with tornado events impact residential structures, it is appropriate ...

Abstract: Cross-laminated timber (CLT) has gained considerable interest in recent years as a low-carbon alternative to steel and concrete in construction. While CLT structures are designed to withstand extreme events, such as strong ...

Abstract: Diaphragms transfer the forces exerted by lateral loads to vertical elements through an in-plane shear action. Cross-laminated timber (CLT) has garnered considerable interest as a diaphragm material, particularly for midrise ...