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Seismic Performance Evaluation of a Recently Developed Magnetorheological Damper: Experimental Investigation
(ASCE, 1/1/2021)Magnetorheological (MR) dampers have the ability to mitigate natural hazards for structures due to their high energy dissipation features with low power demand. This feature has made the MR damper one of the most popular ... -
Specifying Fixed-Base Columns or Pinned-Base Columns in Computer Analysis and Design of Steel Frames
(ASCE, 1/1/2021)This paper addresses the application of support fixity condition of column bases in computer structural analysis and design of steel frames. All structural analysis software require input data to model the frames. Supports ... -
Reutilization of Prestressed Soil Anchors as Post-Tensioned Tendons at a Neighboring Construction Site
(ASCE, 1/1/2021)Prestressed soil anchors are utilized as a part of a deep excavation support system of a construction site in Turkey. After the completion of the construction, temporary soil anchors used for this site were no longer needed ... -
Innovative Approach for Moment Capacity Estimation of Spirally Reinforced Concrete Columns Using Swarm Intelligence–Based Algorithms and Neural Network
(ASCE, 1/1/2021)The purpose of this paper is to present an innovative equation to predict the moment capacity of spirally reinforced concrete columns with high accuracy using a combination of neural network and metaheuristic optimization ... -
Stress Concentration Factor Evaluation of Offshore Tubular KT Joints Based on Analytical and Numerical Solutions: Comparative Study
(ASCE, 1/1/2021)Fatigue damage is treacherous and can lead to the failure of offshore structures. The purpose of this research is to evaluate and discuss the stress concentration factor (SCF) values for two geometries of offshore tubular ... -
Detailed Micromodeling and Multiscale Modeling of Masonry under Confined Shear and Compressive Loading
(ASCE, 1/1/2021)Detailed micromodeling (DMM), macromodeling, and multiscale modeling (MM) as a transitional solution between the two have been extensively used in the last years to model masonry. However, most previous works are based on ... -
Comparative Analysis of SIVC Systems Using Simplified Analytical Modeling for Practical Design
(ASCE, 1/1/2021)Past research has revealed that a sliding isolator with variable curvature (SIVC) can alleviate the resonance phenomenon that is likely to occur in a conventional friction pendulum system (FPS) due to its constant isolation ... -
Finite-Element Study on the Behavior of Exterior Reinforced Concrete Beam-to-Column Connections with Transverse Reinforcement in the Joint Panel
(ASCE, 1/1/2021)This paper deals with the influence of transverse reinforcement (TR) in the joint panel on the behavior of RC beam-to-column moment-resisting connections. For this purpose, a numerical study is conducted on different ... -
Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Strengthening of Steel Beams under Static and Fatigue Loadings
(ASCE, 1/1/2021)In this paper, nonlinear finite element analysis (FEA) was used to investigate the behavior of fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) retrofitted steel beams subjected to static and fatigue loadings. Under static loading, damaged ... -
Adaptive Curved Surface Slider for Improved Seismic Structural Performance
(ASCE, 1/1/2021)The design of conventional curved surface sliders (CSSs) uses appropriate selections of effective radius and friction coefficient. These two design parameters are commonly optimized for the design basis earthquake (DBE). ... -
Alternative Ledger-Framing Gravity-Load Transfer Details in Cold-Formed Steel Construction
(ASCE, 1/1/2021)Cold-formed steel (CFS) can be a competitive light-frame solution for low-rise buildings, particularly when noncombustible construction is required. In noncombustible semiballoon frame construction, installation of wall ... -
Nonlinear Dynamic Analysis of Torsionally Coupled Isolated Structures
(ASCE, 1/1/2021)A simple yet accurate approach to evaluate the seismic performance of a torsionally coupled multistory building isolated by nonlinear isolators and subjected to strong ground motions is presented in this paper. In this ... -
Vibration Control of a Tall Benchmark Building under Wind and Earthquake Excitation
(ASCE, 1/1/2021)This paper presents analysis and vibration control of tall benchmark building under wind and earthquake excitations. The study compared the most recent advanced bracing scheme (ABS) and the most recent schemes of tuned ... -
Comparative Study of Differential Equation of Equilibrium Method and Constrained and Unconstrained Finite-Strip Method–Direct Strength Method for Prediction of Axial Strength of Cold-Formed Steel Sheathed Wall Studs
(ASCE, 1/1/2021)Modified cold-formed steel (CFS) load-bearing wall-panels under consideration consist of a stud (C-section), track (U-section), and sheathing. Self-drilling screws are used to attach sheathing to the CFS frame. It was ... -
Flexural Fatigue Behavior of Steel Fiber-Reinforced Reclaimed Asphalt Pavement–Based Concrete: An Experimental Study
(ASCE, 1/1/2021)Concrete being one of the most extensively used material worldwide, the ecological influence of the manufacture of the raw materials for concrete is substantial. The scale of the problem makes it essential to examine other ... -
AMASS: Advanced Manufacturing for the Assembly of Structural Steel
(ASCE, 1/1/2021)This paper describes an investigation into the use of advanced manufacturing techniques for the creation of a new class of intermeshed steel connections that rely on neither welding nor bolting. The project detailed herein ... -
Simplified Method to Predict the Temperature Distribution in Normal- and High-Strength Concrete Circular Cross Sections Exposed to Fire
(ASCE, 1/1/2021)This paper presents a formula for evaluating the temperature distribution in RC circular columns exposed to standard fire scenarios. Unlike the detailed solution to the heat transfer differential equation, the proposed ... -
Seismic Response of RC Moment Frame Including Topography–Soil–Structure Interaction
(ASCE, 1/1/2021)The reflections of waves collide with the slope, and the reduction in the ground lateral stiffness in the areas near the slope crest affects buildings. In this research, using the three-dimensional simulation, the seismic ... -
Behavior of Pocket-Type High-Strength RC Beams without or with Dapped Ends
(ASCE, 1/1/2021)In precast grid systems, it is necessary to support the cross beams by the main girders using suitable methods. One of these proposals is by making voids or notches within the webs of the girder to include the supports of ... -
Flexural Behavior of RC Beams Made with Electric PVC Wires and Steel Fibers
(ASCE, 1/1/2021)The manufacture of electronic devices produces a lot of plastics wastes, mainly PVC. This type of waste is usually burned, producing harmful gases during incineration; therefore, recycling PVC waste is becoming a global ...