Development and characterization of self-centering friction dampers with confined shape memory alloy bars

O Avsar, S Cao, OE Ozbulut - Journal of Building Engineering, 2024 - Elsevier
This study proposes a new self-centering, shape memory alloy bar-based device to address
the tension-compression asymmetry and limited energy dissipation capacity of similar SMA …

Multi-helix buckling of a slender compression rod constrained by a cylinder

Q Zhang, D Zhao, W Li, Y Zhang, S Zhao - European Journal of Mechanics …, 2025 - Elsevier
As early as the mid-18th century, Euler proposed a critical load formula for compression rods
with multiple half-sine wave modes. However, a critical load formula for compression rods …

[HTML][HTML] Cyclic Loading Test of Rectangular Tube-Type Buckling-Restrained Braces with Enhancements to Prevent Local Bulging Failure

BH Kwak, JH Park, SJ Ahn - Applied Sciences, 2023 - mdpi.com
In this study, innovative enhancements of rectangular tube-type buckling-restrained braces
are proposed to prevent bulging failure on the surface of the outer restrainer and validated …