Nonlinear Static Soil-Structure Interaction Analysis of Time-Dependent Soil Deformation Effects on RC Structures by Ayat Errahmane Remadna, Kamel Bezih, Rafik Demagh, Mohamed Saddek Remadna

“… Soil response and superstructure behavior are two major factors influencing the long-term performance of reinforced concrete (RC) structures. Maintaining the structural integrity of these structures over time is crucial due to the complex static interactions between the soil and the structure. …”
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Near-Fault Ground Motion Influence on the Seismic Responses of a Structure with Viscous Dampers considering SSI Effect by Jinping Yang, Peizhen Li, Hang Jing, Meng Gao

“…This paper studies the influence of the characteristics of the near-fault ground motion on the seismic responses of the structure with energy dissipation devices including soil-structure interaction (SSI). A ten-story reinforced concrete frame rested on soft site is introduced, and the viscous dampers added in the frame are designed. …”
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Statistical properties and material partial factors of ECC material based on shear failure member by Shixiang Yi, Zhongping Tang, Wei Shi, Fan Feng, Xiang Liu

“…In addition, the shear failure mechanism of reinforced ECC (R-ECC) member is different from that of ordinary reinforced concrete (RC) member, and a new material partial factor of ECC is needed. …”
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Life Comparative Analysis of Energy Consumption and CO2 Emissions of Different Building Structural Frame Types by Sangyong Kim, Joon-Ho Moon, Yoonseok Shin, Gwang-Hee Kim, Deok-Seok Seo

“…In this research, four constructed buildings were analyzed, with these having either reinforced concrete (RC) or steel (S) structures. An input-output framework analysis was used to measure energy consumption and CO2 emissions of input materials for each structural frame type. …”
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Analisis Kapasitas Seismik Gedung Eksisting Beton Bertulang Dengan Dinding Bata by Dinda Lestari, Maidawati Maidawati, Muhammad Ridwan

“…Evaluasi berpedoman pada standar Jepang, Standard for Seismic Evaluation of Existing Reinforced Concrete Building, 2001, dengan menggunakan metode level dua. …”
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Shock Wave Propagation Characteristics of Cylindrical Charge and Its Aspect Ratio Effects on the Damage of RC Slabs by Xiaohua Zhao, Gaohui Wang, Hongyuan Fang, Yong Fan, Xueming Du

“…Antiknock research of reinforced concrete (RC) slabs is often carried out with spherical or nearly spherical explosives, although many explosives used in engineering and military are cylinder shaped. …”
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Evaluation of mechanical properties and cracking resistance of shrinkage-compensating concrete reinforced by expansive agents with polypropylene fibers by Wenxiao Lu, Ji Chen, Qiang Tang, Fan Gu

“…A series of laboratory tests, including slump, compressive strength, flexural strength, X-Ray diffraction (XRD), and scanning electron microscope (SEM) tests, were carried out to analyze the mechanical properties and cracking-resistance mechanism of EXP and PPF reinforced concrete. Furthermore, a full-scale concrete sidewall was constructed, and sensor monitoring was implemented to measure temperature, stress, and strain variations. …”
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Numerical Analysis of the Seismic Response of Tunnel Composite Lining Structures across an Active Fault by Zude Ding, Mingrong Liao, Nanrun Xiao, Xiaoqin Li

“…A new aseismic composite structure was then built on the basis of this model by combining aseismic joints, damping layers, traditional reinforced concrete linings, and ECC linings. A series of 3D dynamic-response numerical models considering the composite structure-surrounding rock-fault interaction were established to explore the seismic response characteristics and aseismic performance of the composite structures. …”
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Fatigue behavior of damaged concrete beams repaired with composite material by Khamis Hadjazi, A. Hamiani, Sereir Zouaoui, Amziane Sofiane

“… By the present paper, an analytical model was developed to study the cracked FRP-strengthened reinforced concrete beams subjected to fatigue loading. …”
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Torsional Behavior of High-Strength Concrete Beams with Minimum Reinforcement Ratio by Changbin Joh, Imjong Kwahk, Jungwoo Lee, In-Hwan Yang, Byung-Suk Kim

“…Although there is a growing trend to use higher strength for concrete and steel in reinforced concrete structures due to the lightness and slenderness of these members together with the simplified arrangement of their reinforcement, there is still the necessity to inspect the reduction of ductility resulting from the gain in strength. …”
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Numerical nonlinear analysis of RC beams with un-strengthened and CFRP-strengthened opening drilled under service loads within shear zones by Magdy Khalaf, Louay Aboul-Nour, Mahmoud Khater, Marwa Ibrahim

“…The current research deals with the Reinforced Concrete (RC) beams numerical modeling using the finite element analysis software ANSYS-standard and the proposed strengthening procedure if it is urgently required to drill rectangular or circular in shape openings within their shear zones under different applied service loads levels. …”
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Numerical Modelling and Damage Assessment Criteria for FRP-Retrofitted RC Columns by Inês Sousa, Rita Peres, Rita Couto, Rita Bento, José Miguel Castro

“…The numerical modelling procedures and damage criteria of both existing and retrofitted reinforced concrete (RC) elements are crucial for reliable seismic assessment and the retrofitting of existing RC buildings. …”
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Strength prediction and failure mode classification for SRC shear beams using GA-BP ANN method by Gangfeng Yao, Bingyi Li

“…For the steel reinforced concrete (SRC) beam, accurately predicting its shear behavior can be quite challenging. …”
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Axial Behaviour of Slender RC Circular Columns Strengthened with Circular CFST Jackets by Yiyan Lu, Tao Zhu, Shan Li, Weijie Li, Na Li

“…This paper investigates the axial behavior of slender reinforced concrete (RC) columns strengthened with concrete filled steel tube (CFST) jacketing technique. …”
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Anti-Impact Performance Enhancement of Two-Way Spanning Slab through the Implementation of Steel Trussed Bars by Rayeh Nasr Al-Dala’ien, S. M. Anas, Abdel-Fattah Jamal Kodrg

“…Reinforced concrete (RC) slabs represent integral structural components extensively employed in architectural and infrastructural frameworks owing to their inherent robustness and longevity. …”
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Composite using ECC-steel wire to strengthen RC beams: Flexural performance and FEM analysis by Wei Yang, Xiaoqing Xu, Zhigang Zhang, Dawei Liu, Huilin Hu, Dagmawi Getahun

“…Strengthening reinforced concrete (RC) beams often face challenges, such as the brittleness of adopted materials and adhesive degradation over time. …”
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楼板对RCS框架抗震性能影响的理论分析及改进措施研究 by 王勤, 李桅, 杨克家, 姜维山

“…由钢筋混凝土(reinforced concrete)柱和钢(steel)梁组成的结构称为RCS结构,它融合了混凝土结构和钢结构的优良特性,使其在工程领域得到了广泛运用。…”
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Mechanical Performance Analysis of Steel Beam-Column Joints in Fabricated Multirise Steel Structures after Fire by Fang Liu, Xiuli Wang, Bin Cai, Xuguang Li, Liqi Yang

“…Then, the three-story and three-span reinforced concrete is selected as the experimental object. …”
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Optimization of mechanical and impact resistance of high strength glass fiber reinforced alkali activated concrete containing silica fume: An experimental and response surface meth... by Tejeswara Rao Maganti, Krishna Rao Boddepalli

“…This study explores the enhancement of high strength alkali activated glass fiber reinforced concrete (AAGFRC) through the incorporation of silica fume and glass fibers. …”
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传统风格建筑方形CFST-圆形RC截面混合柱侧移刚度及延性分析 by 薛建阳, 马林林, 林建鹏

“…通过4根传统风格建筑方钢管混凝土(concrete filled steel tube,CFST)-圆钢筋混凝土(reinforced concrete,RC)混合柱的低周往复加载试验,分析了传统风格建筑CFST-RC混合柱的破坏形态及侧向变形分布,根据CFST-RC混合柱的简化力学模型,给出了试件的弹性侧移刚度计算公式,计算结果与试验结果吻合较好。…”
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