Several design codes consider the non-linear response of a building by using one most important seismic parameters, called reduction factor (R). The lack detailed description R selection creates need for deeper study. This paper emphasises methodology proper based on resilience aspects. Unsymmetrical/irregular buildings have become common in recent times due to aesthetic purposes. However, beca...

A steel damper column is an energy-dissipating member that suitable for reinforced concrete (RC) buildings and multistory housing. To assess the seismic performance of with columns, peak displacement whole building energy dissipation demand dampers must be evaluated. This article proposes energy-based prediction procedure cumulative response RC frame columns. The proposed considers two energy-r...

Early attempts of optimised structural designs go back to the 1600s, when Leonardo da Vinci and Galileo conducted tests of models and full-scale structures [1]. A 1994`s review of structural optimization can be found in the study by Cohn and Dinovitzer [2], who pointed out that there was a gap between theoretical studies and the practical application in practice. They also noted the short numbe...

Reinforced concrete (RC) as a material is most commonly used for buildings construction. Several floor systems are available following the structural and architectural requirements. The current research study provides cost input energy comparisons of RC office different systems. Conventional solid, ribbed, flat plate slab considered in study. Building models three-dimensional using extended ana...

In this paper, Bayesian finite element (FE) model updating is applied for uncertainty quantification in the multi-stage damage assessment of a seven-story reinforced building slice. The results of the Bayesian updating scheme are analyzed using a detailed uncertainty and resolution analysis which involves computing the posterior statistics and solving an eigenvalue problem. It is shown that the...