Abstract: A modified sliding block analysis, which allows the sliding resistance to be nonlinear visco‐elastoplastic, has been developed to predict deformations of embankments during earthquakes. Contrary to the assumption (of the ...

Abstract: The effectiveness of structural fuse mechanisms used to improve the performance of buildings during seismic loading depends on their capacity, ductility, energy dissipation, isolation, and self-centering characteristics. ...

Abstract: It has been recognized that the ductility demands on a superstructure might be reduced by allowing rocking behavior and mobilization of the ultimate capacity of shallow foundations during seismic loading. However, the ...

Abstract: Current design guidelines for shallow foundations supporting building and bridge structures discourage footing rocking or sliding during seismic loading. Recent research indicates that footing rocking has the potential to ...

Abstract: A series of highly instrumented, large-scale centrifuge models have been tested to investigate the extent of remediation required to control settlement and lateral sliding of soil deposits at a hypothetical bridge site. ...

Abstract: By appropriately reducing the size of the footing, rocking behavior caused by seismic loading can occur about the footing base. Recent research has shown how rocking shallow foundations can result in improved seismic ...