Abstract: In this paper, an analytical pulse model for velocity pulses observed in near-field ground motions has been proposed for a systematic design and assessment of seismic protective systems. The proposed pulse model utilizes ...

Abstract: Recently, a benchmark cable-stayed bridge model was developed for the control community as a test bed to evaluate the performance of various strategies for the control of cable-stayed bridges during earthquakes. In this ...

Abstract: Semiactive friction dampers (SAFD) have been demonstrated to be more effective than passive friction dampers in reducing the structural response due to earthquakes. The effectiveness of SAFD, however, depends on the control ...

Abstract: Cable-stayed bridges are prone to exhibit large amplitude oscillations because of their large flexibility, small mass, and small inherent damping. Hence, the reduction of seismic or wind-induced vibration of cable-stayed ...