Abstract: This paper deterministically evaluates the blast performance of steel moment-resisting frame (MRF) smart structures equipped with nickel titanium shape-memory alloy (NiTi SMA) bolted connections. The recentering capacity ...

Abstract: This study evaluated the performance of smart steel moment-resisting frame structures (MRFs) equipped with nickle titanium shape-memory alloy (NiTi SMA) connection systems subjected to blast overpressure. A total of five ...

Abstract: The majority of continuous girder bridges in regions of moderate seismicity were designed before the introduction of modern seismic codes that prescribe seismic design verification for such structures. The objective of ...