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Evaluation of performance and seismic parameters of eccentrically braced frames equipped with dual vertical links

  • Mohsenian, Vahid (Department of Civil Engineering, University of Science and Culture) ;
  • Nikkhoo, Ali (Department of Civil Engineering, University of Science and Culture)
  • Received : 2018.06.14
  • Accepted : 2019.01.28
  • Published : 2019.03.25
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Abstract

Investigations on seismic performance of eccentrically braced frames equipped with dual vertical links have received little attention. Therefore, the main goal of this paper is to describe design steps for such frames and evaluate nonlinear performance of this system according to the reliability analysis. In this study, four and eight story frame structures are analyzed and the response modification factors for different intensity and damage levels are derived in a matrix form based on a new approach. According to the obtained results, the system has high ductility and acceptable seismic performance. Moreover, it is concluded that using response modification factor equal to 8 in the design of system provides desirable seismic reliability under the design and maximum probable hazard levels. Due to desirable performance and significant advantages of the dual vertical links, this system can be used as a main lateral load bearing system, in addition to its application for rehabilitation of damaged structures.

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