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  • Post-Earthquake Performance Assessment of Steel Strongback Braced Frames

    Creator:
    Rhoades, Katharine
    Abstract:
    Traditional braced frames are an efficient and economic means of resisting seismic demands. However, braced frames are prone to story mechanisms, which can result in concentrations of demands and damage during seismic events. Including steel strongbacks in conjunction with traditional braced frames can mitigate story mechanisms. The SBF results in...
    Resource Type:
    Honors College Thesis
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    _____________________________________________________________________ Michael Scott Committee Member, representing Civil Engineering

  • Numerical Analysis of a Spine as a Retrofit of a Moment-Resisting Frame

    Creator:
    Rivera Torres, David M.
    Abstract:
    Steel moment-resisting frames (MRFs) are widely used in the United States to resist seismic forces. MRFs have many advantages, including architectural versatility, vetted member and connection detailing requirements, and high ductility for special MRFs (SMRF). However, MRFs require large members to meet story drift criteria. Moreover, strong-column-weak-beam requirements can result...
    Resource Type:
    Masters Thesis
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    moment, 𝑀𝑏 𝑝 , the force resultant that occurs at a lower height, results in an increased base

  • Coupled Eulerian-Lagrangian Finite Element Modeling Approach Applied to Wave Structure Interaction: Effects of Shielding, Channeling, and Wall Removal

    Creator:
    Al-Sayhood, Zeyad A.
    Abstract:
    The impact of tsunamis on coastal structures gained great a new impetus following the 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami and the 2011 Tohoku earthquake and tsunami. While several experimental programs have been performed to gain a fundamental understanding, numerical models are needed to study additional features that cannot all be tested...
    Resource Type:
    Dissertation
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    . I would like to thank Dr. Dan Cox, Dr. Michael H. Scott, Dr. Judy Liu, and Dr. Edward Dever for

  • Improving Braced Frame Modeling Application

    Creator:
    Groshong, Corey
    Abstract:
    This work analyzes the numerical curvature of buckling braces. An existing brace modeling learning tool, which in its current state allows users to change the inputs within a simulated model of a braced element, was modified to display the curvature diagram. The curvature diagram was verified through comparison to existing...
    Resource Type:
    Honors College Thesis
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    _____________________________________________________________________ Michael Scott, Committee Member, representing Civil & Construction Engineering

  • Optimization of Construction Equipment Efficiency and Cost using Simulation and Field Data

    Creator:
    Kumar, Deepak
    Abstract:
    Unlike other industries, overall efficiency of construction projects has been growing minimally which directly causes cost overruns of projects. Though reducing idle time and increasing operational efficiency of construction equipment could result in significant cost saving, there is lack of practical knowledge of adjusting operational efficiency and integrating cost and...
    Resource Type:
    Masters Thesis
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    . Michael Scott and Dr. Guillaume Mignot for being my committee member and supportive and encouragement in

  • Practical Design Considerations for Steel Slit Panel Frames

    Creator:
    Parikh, Madhav
    Abstract:
    Steel Slit Panel Frames (SSPFs) are an innovative and resilient lateral force resisting system. Steel Slit Panels (SSPs) are bolted to the beams and act as replaceable seismic fuses, dissipating energy through flexural yielding in links between vertical rows of slits. SSPFs have shown promise as a lateral force resisting...
    Resource Type:
    Masters Thesis
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    models has been instrumental to this project. I am very thankful to Dr. Michael Scott for sharing his

  • Evaluation of ground motion duration effects on the damage prediction of building and bridge structural and soil-structural systems

    Creator:
    Belejo, Andre
    Abstract:
    The role of ground motion duration on the seismic performance of civil engineering structures remains unclear. Thus, the role of earthquake strong ground motion duration is assessed in a three manuscript thesis, which includes: (1) assessment of the effects of ground motion duration on the seismic performance of a model...
    Resource Type:
    Dissertation
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    Stuedlein, Dr. Michael Scott, Dr. Thomas Miller, Dr. Yue Zhang and Dr. Julie Taylor for their kindness and

  • Crack Penetration and Deflection Behavior at Interfaces

    Creator:
    Alam, Mahabub
    Abstract:
    This study computationally and experimentally examines the mechanisms of crack penetration, deflection and the transition between penetration and deflection. The finite element analysis based computational modeling work used strength-and-energy based cohesive-zone approach to study the effect of dimensionless parameters (e.g., interfacial incident angle, fracture-length scale, and normalized toughness) on penetration/deflection...
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    Dissertation
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    : ______________________________________________________ John P. Parmigiani This study computationally and experimentally examines the mechanisms

  • Bridge Damage State Detection Based on Strain-Based Wireless Structural Health Monitoring

    Creator:
    Slaven, Kelli R.
    Abstract:
    The Pacific Northwest is at risk for significant seismic and tsunami events, which are capable of severely damaging lifeline transportation infrastructure, particularly bridges. As the bridges in the United States age and begin to show signs of fatigue, the risk for severe damage increases. Proper monitoring and inspection of bridges...
    Resource Type:
    Masters Thesis
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    (Scott et al 2008). The string based Tool Command Language (Tcl) is used to build models and run

  • Large–Scale Laboratory Experiment and Numerical Simulation of Tsunami Forces on a Bridge Deck

    Creator:
    Xiang, Tao
    Abstract:
    The fluid impact forces on a bridge superstructure in horizontal and vertical directions due to tsunamis represented by solitary waves are investigated through a large-scale laboratory experiment and numerical simulations. The experiment is conducted in a two-dimensional wave basin using a 1:5 scaled reinforced concrete bridge deck model tested under...
    Resource Type:
    Masters Thesis
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    work. I would like to thank my committee members, Dr. Michael Scott, Dr. Pedro Lomónaco and Dr. Yue