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Seismic analysis and design of tunnels within fault ground: A review
Deep Underground Science and Engineering, EarlyView.The research methods of seismic response of tunnels within fault ground, including field investigations, analytical solutions, physical experiments, and numerical simulations, and seismic countermeasures are discussed. The present study examines the shortcomings and limitations of the current research and design, and puts forward proposals for future ...
Xingda Wang +6 more
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The use of FRPs in seismic repair and retrofit: experimental verification [PDF]
, 2001 The application of FRPs in the seismic repair and retrofit of structures is addressed. The results from a few tests on full-scale structures, repaired and/or retrofitted with composites, performed at the ELSA laboratory are presented and ...
Negro, P. +3 more
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Optimal seismic retrofit strategy selection of deteriorating concrete structures
, 2012 This paper presents a robust/repeatable approach for identification of the optimal retrofit strategy for structures in seismic zones which is probabilistically based and ultimately objective.
Ni Nuallain, Nora Aine,, O'Connor, A. J.
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Seismic Upgrade of an Existing Reinforced Concrete Building Using Steel Plate Shear Walls (SPSW)
Applied SciencesSteel Plate Shear Walls (SPSW) provide significant lateral load capacity and can be utilized in the seismic retrofit and upgrade of existing reinforced concrete (r/c) buildings.
Niki Balkamou, George Papagiannopoulos
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Seismic Isolation Devices for Protecting RC Buildings: The Frangipane School in Reggio Calabria
Applied Sciences, 2022 Seismic isolation devices, as known, are particularly efficient tools for the protection of newly designed or existing buildings and infrastructures and for the mitigation of maximum effects due to earthquakes. The highest is the vulnerability of a given
Raffaele Pucinotti +2 more
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Deep Underground Science and Engineering, EarlyView.The graphical abstract presents a structured decision‐support framework for assessing the feasibility of converting depleted oil and gas wells into geothermal energy systems. The left panel illustrates a comprehensive, multi‐stage decision‐making framework progressing from prefeasibility screening and technical–economic analysis to policy alignment ...
Karolina Bieryt +3 more
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Deep Underground Science and Engineering, EarlyView.A staged three‐dimensional nonlinear soil–structure interaction (SSI) model is established, in which the initial geostress state, tunnel excavation, lining installation, delayed activation of the internal frame, and subsequent surcharge loading are simulated sequentially.
Xinyu Liu +3 more
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Experimental assessment and retrofit of full-scale models of existing RC frames [PDF]
, 2002 PSD tests on two full-scale models of existing non-seismic resisting RC frame structures are described. The testing program covered several aspects, namely assessment of seismic performance of existing frames without and with infill panels ...
Varum, H., Molina, J., Pinto, A. V.
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Deep Retrofit System Solution Assessment for Philadelphia Navy Yard Office Buildings [PDF]
, 2012 Initial assessments of economically attractive integrated building energy system solutions that can substantially reduce energy consumption in two medium-sized office buildings in the Philadelphia Navy Yard are presented.
Taylor, Russell D. +3 more
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Earthen construction: structural vulnerabilities and retrofit solutions for seismic actions [PDF]
, 2012 Earthen structures present very appealing characteristics regarding a more sustainable practice with the preservation of our natural resources. However, when subjected to earthquake ground motions, this type of construction may present a deficient ...
Oliveira, C. F., Varum, H., Vargas, J.
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