Journal of Structural Design and Construction Practice: Recent submissions
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How Structural Engineers Find Errors in Analysis and Design Results
(ASCE, 5/1/2021)Errors in structural analysis and design are inevitable, but finding them early in the design process saves time and money. Knowledge of the broad causes of errors and how experienced engineers identify the presence of ... -
Punching Shear Behavior of Flat Slabs Utilizing Reactive Powder Concrete with and without Flexural Reinforcement
(ASCE, 2/1/2021)This article investigates the effect of flexural reinforcement and ultrafine steel fiber on the punching shear of reactive powder concrete (RPC) slabs with different thicknesses. Ten RPC slabs and two normal-strength ... -
Seismic Response Investigation of Rocking Zipper-Braced Frames under Near-Fault Ground Motions
(ASCE, 2/1/2021)In this study, a new type of rocking concentrically braced frames called rocking zipper-braced frame is developed. In the proposed system, zipper columns are added to improve the seismic performance of rocking concentrically ... -
Practical Design of Nongrouted Micropile Foundations Based on Monte Carlo Analysis
(ASCE, 2/1/2021)The main objective of the present paper is the application of a design method, traditionally used for medium- and large-diameter piles, to nongrouted hollow steel bar micropiles with very small diameters. The compressive ... -
Punching Shear Response of Concrete Slabs Strengthened with Ultrahigh-Performance Fiber-Reinforced Concrete Using Finite-Element Methods
(ASCE, 1/1/2021)Many times, existing RC flat slabs must be retrofitted to enhance their structural performance and service life. Among other retrofit techniques, concrete flat slabs can be strengthened with a top thin layer of ... -
Seismic Performance of Base-Isolated Elevated Liquid Storage Tanks Considering Soil–Structure Interaction
(ASCE, 2/1/2021)Seismic performance of elevated liquid storage tanks, considering soil–structure interaction (SSI), is investigated. The effects of considering SSI on the peak seismic responses, as well as on the seismic fragility of ... -
Seismic Performance Evaluation of a Recently Developed Magnetorheological Damper: Experimental Investigation
(ASCE, 1/1/2021)Magnetorheological (MR) dampers have the ability to mitigate natural hazards for structures due to their high energy dissipation features with low power demand. This feature has made the MR damper one of the most popular ... -
Specifying Fixed-Base Columns or Pinned-Base Columns in Computer Analysis and Design of Steel Frames
(ASCE, 1/1/2021)This paper addresses the application of support fixity condition of column bases in computer structural analysis and design of steel frames. All structural analysis software require input data to model the frames. Supports ... -
Flexural Fatigue Behavior of Steel Fiber-Reinforced Reclaimed Asphalt Pavement–Based Concrete: An Experimental Study
(ASCE, 1/1/2021)Concrete being one of the most extensively used material worldwide, the ecological influence of the manufacture of the raw materials for concrete is substantial. The scale of the problem makes it essential to examine other ... -
Numerical Study on the Nonlinear Behavior of Full-Scale Timber Framed Joints
(ASCE, 1/1/2021)The force-resisting ability of joints in a timber framed structure has direct implications on the overall response of such systems to various actions, thereby governing the integrity and safety of these constructions. ... -
Detailed Micromodeling and Multiscale Modeling of Masonry under Confined Shear and Compressive Loading
(ASCE, 1/1/2021)Detailed micromodeling (DMM), macromodeling, and multiscale modeling (MM) as a transitional solution between the two have been extensively used in the last years to model masonry. However, most previous works are based on ... -
Finite-Element Study on the Behavior of Exterior Reinforced Concrete Beam-to-Column Connections with Transverse Reinforcement in the Joint Panel
(ASCE, 1/1/2021)This paper deals with the influence of transverse reinforcement (TR) in the joint panel on the behavior of RC beam-to-column moment-resisting connections. For this purpose, a numerical study is conducted on different ... -
Comparative Analysis of SIVC Systems Using Simplified Analytical Modeling for Practical Design
(ASCE, 1/1/2021)Past research has revealed that a sliding isolator with variable curvature (SIVC) can alleviate the resonance phenomenon that is likely to occur in a conventional friction pendulum system (FPS) due to its constant isolation ... -
In Situ Strength Testing of Temporary Steel Guardrails Installed on Existing Flat-Roof Parapets
(ASCE, 2/1/2021)The installation of guardrails around a roof perimeter is an efficient way to protect construction workers against falls from heights, provided the guardrails are strong enough to arrest a fall. A guardrail’s strength ... -
Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Strengthening of Steel Beams under Static and Fatigue Loadings
(ASCE, 1/1/2021)In this paper, nonlinear finite element analysis (FEA) was used to investigate the behavior of fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) retrofitted steel beams subjected to static and fatigue loadings. Under static loading, damaged ... -
Fatigue Assessments of a Jacket-Type Offshore Structure Based on Static and Dynamic Analyses
(ASCE, 1/1/2021)Offshore structures are mainly associated with the oil and gas industry given that globally, nearly one-third of the oil and gas extracted worldwide comes from offshore sources. This situation is likely to continue to rise ... -
Effective Strengthening of Timber Beams: Experimental Investigation
(ASCE, 2/1/2021)This paper presents an experimental study on the strengthening of rectangular timber beams under monotonic loading. Both flexural and shear behavior of the specimens was studied. A total of five timber beam specimens with ... -
Quality Management Technologies in Highway Construction: Stakeholders’ Perception of Utility, Benefits, and Barriers
(ASCE, 1/1/2021)The adoption and utilization of technology for quality management (QM) processes and procedures is an efficient and effective tool to improve project performance, service life, and cost. Studies using existing and emerging ... -
Tensile Strength Improvement of Concrete Slabs Using Polyurea Spray
(ASCE, 1/1/2021)Ductility is a desirable trait in an otherwise brittle concrete which is conventionally achieved via methods like introduction of steel reinforcement. While thin spray-on liner (TSL) is a material used in underground support ... -
Criteria for Selection of Sheathing Boards in Cold-Formed Steel Wall Panels Subjected to Bending: Construction Applications and Performance-Based Evaluation
(ASCE, 1/1/2021)Globally, cold-formed steel (CFS) construction is gaining popularity as an alternative to traditional methods of construction. However, there is a need for robust design specifications for each structural component and ...