Abstract: The present research intends to study the effects of the seismic soil-pile-structure interaction (SSPSI) on the dynamic response of buildings with various heights by conducting a series of shaking table tests on 5-, 10-story, ...

Abstract: Pile foundations are usually used to transmit foundation loads through soil strata of low bearing capacity to deeper soil or rock strata with a higher bearing capacity and stiffness. The type and size of a pile foundation ...

Abstract: Liquefied natural gas (LNG) is cleaner and cheaper for power generation than traditional energy sources. Many tanks that store LNG are located in coastal areas with less favorable geotechnical conditions and often in ...