Evaluation of rotation capacity of reinforced concrete (rc) members is a key issue in the
seismic performances evaluation of the existing buildings. In the framework of the modern …

It is desirable that nonlinear dynamic analyses for structural fragility assessment are
performed using unscaled ground motions. The widespread use of a simple dynamic …

This report describes a recommended methodology for reliably quantifying building system
performance and response parameters for use in seismic design. The recommended …

A primary goal of seismic design requirements of building codes is to protect the life safety of
building inhabitants during extreme earthquakes. First and foremost, this requires that the …

Incremental dynamic analysis (IDA) leads to curves expressed in terms of structural
response versus intensity, commonly known as the IDA curves. It is known that …

A proposed supplement to ASCE/SEI 41 Seismic Rehabilitation of Existing Buildings has
been developed for the purpose of updating provisions related to existing reinforced …

Earthquakes and laboratory experience show that columns with inadequate transverse
reinforcement are vulnerable to damage including shear and axial load failure. To study this …

Masonry infill walls are used as partitions in many countries. There is no consensus on
whether infill walls make a reinforced concrete frame more or less vulnerable to the effects of …

This study contributes to the critical need for safety assessment tools for existing reinforced
concrete structures. Of particular concern is the possibility of collapse due to shear failure …

The concept of performance-based design (PBD) originated several decades ago and has
been evolving since. PBD in its current form aims at achieving one or more predicted …