Journal of Structural Engineering: Recent submissions
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Fe-SMA–Based Shear Panel Damper: Solution Treatment, Design, and Seismic Performance
(ASCE, 2024/04/01)This study introduces a new type of shear panel damper that utilizes iron-based shape memory alloy (Fe-SMA) with enhanced low-cycle fatigue (LCF) resistance for structural damage control, with a particular focus on the ... -
Parametric Analysis of the Flexural Bearing Capacity and Ductility of Hybrid Steel I-Section Beams
(ASCE, 2024/06/01)Considering the advantages of hybrid steel I-section beams in reducing engineering costs and fully utilizing the mechanical properties of steel, and the lack of research on their ductility, hybrid steel I-section beams ... -
ANN-Based Model for Predicting the Nonlinear Response of Flush Endplate Connections
(ASCE, 2024/05/01)Predicting the moment-rotation response parameters of semirigid steel connections can be challenging given the many components contributing to the connection’s elastic and plastic deformations. This is the case for the ... -
Seismic Performance Assessment of Steel EBFs with Conventional and Replaceable Yielding Links Designed with ASCE 7-16
(ASCE, 2024/05/01)This paper presents an extensive numerical study on the seismic performance of steel eccentrically braced frames (EBFs) designed according to the ASCE 7-16 standard. A series of EBF building structures ranging from 2 to ... -
Cyclic Behavior of Four-Limbed Circular CFST Latticed Beam-Columns
(ASCE, 2024/03/01)Experimental tests to investigate the behavior of four-limbed circular concrete-filled steel tube (CFST) latticed beam-columns under constant axial compression and cyclic lateral force were carried out. Attention was paid ... -
Ductile Fracture Prediction Framework of Low Yield Point Steel LYP225 under Monotonic Loading: Experiment and Simulation
(ASCE, 2024/06/01)Low yield point (LYP) structural steels had been developed and used for the seismic energy dissipating, however, the fracture of various LYP steel energy dissipation components may lead to progressive collapse of structures. ... -
Simulation-Based Fracture Assessment of Seismic Moment Frame Connections with Box Columns
(ASCE, 2024/05/01)Welded connections between beams and built-up box columns in steel moment frames require the attachment of continuity plates to the inside of the column using complete-joint-penetration (CJP) groove welds. Electroslag ... -
Seismic Resilience Enhancement of Irregular Space Structure Using Friction-Damped Self-Centering Tension Braces
(ASCE, 2024/03/01)A variety of self-centering devices and structural systems have been proposed and investigated in recent years to eliminate or reduce postearthquake repair, but so far their applications are still very limited. This paper ... -
Cyclic Response of Composite Steel Gravity Framing Connections in Multibay System-Level Tests
(ASCE, 2024/03/01)This paper presents an experimental study of the seismic behavior of steel gravity frames with concrete on metal deck floor systems using multibay test specimens subjected to cyclic lateral loads. Fully bolted double-angle ... -
Experimental Investigation of Damage and Failure Modes in Stirrupless Reinforced Concrete Beams under Varied Thermal-Mechanical Loadings
(ASCE, 2024/03/01)In light of the potential deviation in damage and failure modes of reinforced concrete components during a fire compared to their design expectations at room temperature, this study aims to comprehensively investigate the ... -
Performance of Hurricane-Resistant Housing during the 2022 Arabi, Louisiana, Tornado
(ASCE, 2024/05/01)Mitigating tornado damage remains a critical challenge for communities throughout much of the United States. Enhanced construction techniques typically used in hurricane-prone regions are often recommended as at least part ... -
Seismic Performance of Buildings Equipped with Four-Joint Rotational Friction Dampers in Mainshock–Aftershock Sequences
(ASCE, 2024/03/01)This study assesses the effectiveness of retrofitting a steel moment frame structure with four-joint rotational friction (4J-RF) dampers to enhance seismic behavior during mainshock–aftershock sequences. Experimental tests ... -
Seismic Behavior of Steel Moment Frame Connections with Repairs in the Plastic Hinge Region
(ASCE, 2024/05/01)Steel moment frames develop large drift capacity and dissipate seismic energy through inelastic deformation in the plastic hinge region near the beam-to-column connection. To discourage fracture in this region, known as ... -
Incorporating Modeling Uncertainties in the Collapse Assessment of Capacity-Designed Steel Moment Frames under Seismic Loading
(ASCE, 2024/04/01)Motivated by the magnitude of discrepancies that are typically encountered in blind analysis contests between numerical model predictions and test data, a methodology is presented to incorporate modeling uncertainties in ... -
A Novel Assembled Pendulum-Type ATMD for Structural Vibration Control
(ASCE, 2024/06/01)This paper presents the design, modeling, and characterizing tests of an assembled freely pendulum-type active tuned mass damper (AP-ATMD) for structural vibration control, highlighting its unique features such as noncontact ... -
Effects of Structural Size on Postearthquake Fire Resistance of HSS-CHS-SHS T-Joints under Nonuniform Elevated Temperatures
(ASCE, 2024/04/01)Limited research has been conducted on the fire resistance of high-strength steel (HSS) T-joints after an earthquake. The aim of this study is to assess postearthquake fire resistance and determine the optimal design ... -
Integrating Machine Learning Models into Building Codes and Standards: Establishing Equivalence through Engineering Intuition and Causal Logic
(ASCE, 2024/05/01)The traditional approach to formulating building codes often is slow and labor-intensive, and may struggle to keep pace with the rapid evolution of technology and domain findings. Overcoming such challenges necessitates a ... -
Fire Behavior of Prestressed Stayed Columns: Critical Temperature and Mode Transition
(ASCE, 2024/05/01)Prestressed stayed columns are vulnerable to the stiffness loss in fire. This study aims to reveal the fire resistance and failure behavior of this system. Based on the theoretical optimum prestress, the fire behavior of ... -
Noncontact Operational Modal Analysis of a High-Rise Building Based on an Interferometric Radar System and Combined Modal Estimation Scheme
(ASCE, 2024/04/01)The dynamic characteristics of large-scale civil structures are generally evaluated by performing operational modal analysis based on ambient vibration records measured by contact sensors, e.g., accelerometers. However, ... -
Analytical Modeling and Design Resistance of Axially Loaded CHS XX Joints
(ASCE, 2024/02/01)The design axial resistance for circular hollow section (CHS) XX joints is typically calculated as the product of the CHS X joint resistance and a multiplanar factor. A simple function has been used as the multiplanar ...