Abstract: This paper presents the extension of controlled rocking technology to steel bridge piers through analytical expression and finite-element (FE) simulation. As an outcome of the rocking behavior, the seismic damage is prevented ...

Abstract: A seismically deficient 1-story chevron-braced frame located on the west coast of Canada is retrofitted using different schemes. The building was designed in accordance with the Canadian codes applicable in the mid-198s, ...

Abstract: The seismic response of existing, nonductile 3- and 1-story steel chevron braced frames is examined to identify potential deficiencies. The structures are located on the west coast of Canada. They were designed in accordance ...

Abstract: AbstractThis paper presents full-scale quasi-static testing of four two-tiered steel special concentrically braced frames performed to examine the seismic response of steel multitiered concentrically braced frames and ...