Abstract: AbstractThe accumulation of fluid on structural framing results in loads and deflections that are mutually dependent on each other. This effect, known as ponding, is a design consideration for roofs subject to rain loads ...

Abstract: Abstract The moment magnification method is commonly used to account for second-order effects in the stability design of slender-reinforced concrete bridge columns without resorting to rigorous analyses. The accuracy of ...

Abstract: AbstractStrongback braced frames (SBFs) are a relatively new structural system with potential benefits to seismic performance, resilience, and design flexibility. Design of SBFs involves selection of energy-dissipating ...

Abstract: Design codes for steel structures continue to provide additional opportunities for the use of more advanced methods of nonlinear analysis. As the complexity of the analysis increases, it becomes more important for the ...