Abstract: There is a common perception that seismic detailing can improve the collapse resistance of steel frame buildings. However, the effect on connection performance of the potentially large catenary, i.e., tensile, forces that ...

Abstract: This study investigates the robustness of a seismically designed steel moment frame building using 3-D nonlinear models. Computational simulations are carried out using validated models to investigate building response to ...

Abstract: This paper presents the current state of the art of nonlinear analysis of steel-concrete composite structures. The focus is on frame elements, which are computationally faster than continuum finite element models. First, ...

Abstract: This paper presents an investigation of the seismic behavior of hybrid coupled wall systems, in which steel beams are used to couple reinforced concrete shear walls. System response is studied using transient finite element ...