Abstract: In typical wall load-bearing reinforced-masonry (RM) buildings, the lateral and vertical forces are resisted by rectangular shear walls. Thus, the walls are subjected to high vertical forces from gravity loads that are ...

Abstract: Unfortunately, available probabilistic seismic hazard studies are reporting significantly varying estimates for seismicity of Dubai. Given Dubai’s rapid economic growth, it is crucial to assess the impact of the diverse ...

Abstract: Reinforced masonry buildings typically have a load-bearing wall structural system. Thus, the reinforced masonry shear walls must be capable of resisting both vertical forces from gravity loads and lateral forces from seismic ...

Abstract: Being in proximity of high-seismicity regions, Dubai and United Arab Emirates (UAE) in general are characterized by a high level of seismic hazard uncertainty. This study presents a seismic risk quantification for the ...