Abstract: A central portion of an extensive investigation into the effects of beam-column connection fractures on seismic interstory drift demands for steel moment-resisting frame (SMRF) structures is summarized. Nonlinear dynamic ...

Abstract: The impact of alternate ground-motion scaling procedures on the distribution of displacement responses in simplified structural systems is investigated. Recommendations are provided for selecting and scaling ground motions ...

Abstract: Relatively little research has been conducted to systematically quantify the nationwide earthquake risk of gas pipelines in the US; simultaneously, national guidance is limited for operators across the country to consistently ...