Abstract Modular Building System (MBS) is an emerging offsite construction technique,
which uses prefabricated units, transported, and assembled onsite. In MBS construction …

This study presents a novel type of shape memory alloy (SMA) cable‐restrained high
damping rubber (SMA‐HDR) bearing, which is particularly suited to near‐fault (NF) regions …

This paper presents a comprehensive study on self‐centering dampers equipped with
friction springs. The basic mechanical behavior of individual friction springs is first …

This paper describes statistical procedures for developing earthquake damage fragility
functions. Although fragility curves abound in earthquake engineering and risk assessment …

This study presents a novel hybrid self-centering system aiming to overcome critical
shortcomings identified in the existing self-centering solution. Two types of hybrid brace …

In flexural concrete members, strain penetration occurs along longitudinal reinforcing bars
that are fully anchored into connecting concrete members, causing bar slips along a partial …

This paper presents the behaviour of steel moment resisting and braced frames under pulse-
like near-fault earthquakes. The key properties for characterizing near-fault ground motions …

A novel type of self-centering bracing system employing a disc spring-based damper is
presented in this study. The proposed damper employs a special detailing which enables …

Lead rubber bearings (LRBs) have been widely used in seismic isolation systems to mitigate
earthquake damage in regions characterized by high seismic intensity. However, effective …

This paper presents an innovative type of friction sliding bearing system incorporating shape
memory alloy (SMA) cables. The study commences with cyclic tests on individual SMA …