Fiber reinforced polymers (FRPs) are considered to be a promising alternative to steel
reinforcement, especially in concrete structures subjected to an aggressive environment or …

Structural connection systems are a major challenge for precast construction systems. A
dowel system requires designers to have sound knowledge of the fundamental …

Cable braces are widely used for seismically upgrading existing frames due to the
significant strength, stiffness, and superior economy. This study investigates the behavior of …

Reinforced concrete (RC) beam-column connections especially those without transverse
reinforcement in joint region can exhibit brittle behavior when intensive damage is …

Joint and plastic hinge regions of a ductile frame structure must be carefully detailed to
ensure that the required ductility could be provided as intended, particularly when a high …

Steel X braces are used extensively to retrofit RC frames. When steel braces are added to
an existing RC frame, the load paths through which the lateral forces are transferred change …

In this study, a method for rehabilitating reinforced concrete interior beam–column joints
using ferrocement jackets with embedded diagonal reinforcements is proposed. It improves …

Various plastic hinge relocation methods were studied to improve the earthquake resistance
of emulative precast concrete (PC) beam-column connections using PC U-shell beams. The …

In order to withstand challenges such as earthquakes, it is important to appropriately design
the beam-to-column connection of precast structures. Numerous precast connections were …