Base isolation systems have attained significant advancements over the past several
decades, with new technologies being developed to enhance the performance of structures …

The field distribution of pulse characteristics is an important issue for the probabilistic
seismic hazard analysis (PSHA). However, as the basis of its establishment, current …

A series of parametric analyses are conducted to investigate the combined effects of impact
and structure-soil-structure interaction on a pair of closely spaced buildings in response to …

Ground motions exhibiting pulse-like (PL) features present a distinct and significant threat to
the structural integrity of constructed environments, due to intense pulse, large amplitude …

The characterization of the fling-step represents a challenging task due to the shortage of
near-source records with permanent tectonic displacement and the limitation in retrieving …

The impact of near-field earthquake on vulnerability of bridges is a challenging concern
which is yet to be investigated. In the present study, probabilistic seismic damage models …

Modern civilization regards bridges as lifelines, and their failure due to significant
earthquakes in the past has raised concerns about their seismic vulnerability. The effect of …

The re-centering capability after the seismic excitation is one of the fundamental properties
of a seismic isolation system. This study examines the effects of superstructure properties on …

The design of seismic isolators as specified by building code requirements is well defined
and well established. However, there is still some refinement required for these design …

To investigate the impact of near-field pulse ground motions on the dynamic damage
evolution of concrete arch dams, in this study, a near-field pulse ground motion construction …