by Applied Element Method | Dec 13, 2015 | Conferences
The paper investigates the contribution of floor systems to improving the progressive collapse resistance of multi-story frame buildings following loss of a column. Composite action and diaphragm effect of slab are taken into account by considering the interaction...
by Applied Element Method | Nov 6, 2014 | Journals
The effectiveness of different framing systems for three seismically designed steel frame structures subjected to blast loading is investigated. The three faming systems considered are: a moment resisting frame (MRF), a concentrically braced frame (CBF) and an...
by Applied Element Method | Apr 30, 2010 | Journals
In this study, the effect of three retrofit strategies on enhancing the response of existing steel moment resisting frames designed for gravity loads is investigated using Alternate Path Methods (APM) recommended in the General Services Administration (GSA) and the...
