Shape memory alloys (SMAs) are a class of alloys that possess numerous unique
characteristics. They offer complete shape recovery after experiencing large strains, energy …

Given their excellent self‐centering and energy‐dissipating capabilities, superelastic shape
memory alloys (SMAs) become an emerging structural material in the field of earthquake …

In recent years, major earthquakes in China, Chile, New Zealand and Japan caused many
building structures severely damaged, which must be overhauled or rebuilt. Therefore, how …

This paper investigates the seismic and collapse performance of shape memory alloy (SMA)
braced steel frame structures considering the effects of various brace design parameters …

This paper investigates the seismic performance of a sliding-type base isolation system
considering environmental temperature changes. The isolation system consists of a steel …

This study explores seismic performance of steel frame buildings with SMA-based self-
centering bracing systems using a probabilistic approach. The self-centering bracing system …

Superelastic shape memory alloys (SMAs) are unique smart materials with a considerable
energy dissipation potential for the vibration control of structures. The energy dissipation …

The scope of the book is the application of vibration mitigation systems in structural
engineering. The intended content includes the theoretical background covering aspects …

A novel self-centering cable brace (SCCB) with friction devices is developed to improve the
seismic performance of existing RC frame structures. This paper presents the structural …

Dam** systems discussed in this work are optimized so that a three-story steel frame
structure and its shape memory alloy (SMA) bracing system minimize response metrics due …