This paper presents a state-of-the-art review on friction type passive energy dissipation
devices. Friction dampers are highly preferred as an energy dissipation device, particularly …

Earthquakes, one of humanity's major natural challenges, are notoriously unpredictable and
sudden, making accurate forecasting a formidable task. In response, researchers have …

This state-of-the-art review provides an overview of the evolution of self-centering structures
from early historical structures that inherently exhibited a recentering response to modern …

The disc spring‐based self‐centering energy dissipation (SCED) brace is a high‐capacity
resilient structural component, characterized by a flag‐shaped hysteresis curve, which can …

This tutorial/survey paper:(1) provides a concise point of departure for researchers and
practitioners alike wishing to assess the current state of the art in the control and monitoring …

This paper presents a summary of current practice and recent developments in the
application of passive energy dissipation systems for seismic protection of structures. The …

Buildings designed according to modern seismic codes are expected to develop a
controlled ductile inelastic response during major earthquakes, implying extensive structural …

Retrofitting and building design using passive energy dissipation Devices have been shown
to be effective techniques for decreasing seismic risk. Numerous complementary energy …

Earthquakes are potentially devastating natural events which threaten lives, destroy
property, and disrupt life-sustaining services and societal functions. In 1986, the National …

A study on the dynamic response of single-storey steel frames equipped with a novel friction
damper device (FDD) is presented. Extensive testing was carried out for assessing the …