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  • Advancements Toward the Simulation of Steel Structures in Fire Using OpenSees

    Creator:
    Gordon, James A.
    Abstract:
    Since the collapse of World Trade Center building number seven (WTC7), significant research has been done to understand the behavior of steel structures in fire and enable engineers to account for the behavior of steel framing systems exposed to fire during design. Despite these efforts, there are still significant barriers...
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    Masters Thesis
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    impacts in my life which I will always be grateful for. I would like to thank Dr. Michael Scott and

  • Numerical Characterization and Modeling Uncertainty of Frame-Spine and Frame-Spine-FLC Full-Scale Specimens Tested at E-Defense Shake-Table

    Creator:
    Astudillo, Bryam
    Abstract:
    The characterization of the seismic performance of structures relies on numerical simulations. However, estimates of seismic response are subject to various sources of uncertainty, including modeling uncertainty. This research estimated the response of two full-scale structural specimens composed of a moment resisting frame, elastic spines, and force-limiting connections (FLC), which...
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    Masters Thesis
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    Professors Dr. Andre Barbosa and Dr. Michael Scott for being part of my committee and for their knowledge

  • Experimental and Analytical Studies of Large-Scale Pile Caps

    Creator:
    Al-Sakin, Yasmeen
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    Pile caps are structural elements used to transfer loads from columns to a group of piles, which transfer them to stronger soil layers. Pile cap with horizontal distance between the column and piles less than twice its effective depth is categorized as "deep," where significant nonlinear strain distribution occurs through...
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    Dissertation
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    . Erica Fischer, Dr. Judy Liu, and Dr. Michael Scott. My gratitude to the Higher Committee for

  • Post-Earthquake Performance Assessment of Steel Strongback Braced Frames

    Creator:
    Rhoades, Katharine
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    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...
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    Honors College Thesis
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    _____________________________________________________________________ Michael Scott Committee Member, representing Civil Engineering

  • Fluid Structure Interaction for Cascading Seismic and Tsunami Events using Real-Time Hybrid Simulation

    Creator:
    Neumann, Christopher R.
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    While real-time hybrid simulation has been utilized for structures subjected to seismic events for decades, its use in fluid-structure interaction problems is still a novel endeavor. Gathering data for cascading seismic and tsunami events is difficult due to space constraints in existing experimental facilities, complications regarding the application of scaling...
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    Masters Thesis
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    issues. Thank you all. I would like to thank my former professors, Dr. Chris Higgins and Dr. Michael

  • Numerical Studies on Fluid-Structure Interaction and Applications

    Creator:
    Chen, Ming
    Abstract:
    Fluid-structure interaction (FSI) has been of significant research interest worldwide over the past several decades because of its variety of applications in both offshore and coastal engineering. Researchers analyzing FSI systems rely heavily on experimental tests in model scale in laboratories or large-scale sea trials. However, these tests are often...
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    Dissertation
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    and Prof. Michael Scott, who offered advice and reviewed my research work. I also very much

  • Development of Ductile System Design Procedures for Steel Slit Panel Frames (SSPF)

    Creator:
    Fayyadh, Wasan Q.
    Abstract:
    This dissertation studies the development of the design procedures for Steel Slit Panel Frame (SSPF). The (SSPF) system is a seismic force-resisting system (SFRS) with ductile behavior and good energy dissipation up to 5\% to 7\% lateral drift that acting as seismic fuses. The current design guidelines provided valuable information...
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    Dissertation
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    appreciation to my committee members, Prof. Thomas Miller, Michael Scott and Andre R. Barbosa who offer

  • Coastal Soil and Structure Behavior during Earthquake-Tsunami Multi-Hazards

    Creator:
    Qiu, Yingqing
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    Coastal multi-hazards, i.e., earthquakes followed by tsunamis, induce severe damage to coastal infrastructure. The multi-hazards can cause soil liquefaction, which is one of the major concerns for evaluating sediments transport potential and structure failure mechanisms. The objectives for this work is threefold. First, to build and validate a soil numerical...
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    Dissertation
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    . Professor Michael H. Scott gave me his best suggestions in writing and coding, the two most important

  • Structural Response of High-Performance Fiber-Reinforced Cementitious Composites: Evaluation, Simulation, and Sensitivity Analysis

    Creator:
    Khlef, Feras L.
    Abstract:
    The constitutive behavior of high-performance fiber-reinforced cementitious composites (HPFRCCs) under mechanical loading is characterized by significant tensile properties that play an essential role in the structural response of several applications in structural engineering. The significance of tensile properties of HPFRCCs in structural engineering is the focus of three manuscripts presented...
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    Dissertation

  • 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