Design of the Plastic ZoneCovers the capacity design of reinforced concrete walls and structures, emphasizing stability, reinforcement design, and seismic engineering.
Capacity Design of RC WallsExplores the capacity design of reinforced concrete walls in seismic engineering, emphasizing flexural and shear design principles.
Plastic hinge methodExplains the plastic hinge method for estimating inelastic deformation capacity in structural elements, focusing on flexural deformations and providing good approximations.
Local and Global DuctilityExamines the relationship between different ductilities in seismic engineering, highlighting their significance in structural elements.
Effective Stiffness in Seismic DesignExplores the challenges of force-based design in seismic engineering, focusing on effective stiffness estimation and the implications for seismic design.
Plastic Hinge AnalysisExplores the plastic hinge method, moment-curvature analysis, and force-displacement response construction in structures.
Seismic Capacity AssessmentExplores seismic capacity assessment, including the plastic hinge method, force-based design shortcomings, and retrofit strategies.
Seismic Engineering FundamentalsDelves into seismic engineering basics, covering plastic hinge analysis, force-based design issues, and displacement evaluation methods.
Criteria for Level of InterventionDiscusses criteria for determining the level of intervention in structures, emphasizing functionality, seismic risk, and past experiences.