This study assesses the performance of a novel passive variable friction damper (PVFD) at
mitigating wind-and seismic-induced vibrations. The PVFD consists of two friction plates …

Current design standards for seismic resistant buildings provide recommendations for the
advanced analysis of several structures subjected to earthquakes, but no specific details are …

Although exterior cladding finishes play an important role in the aesthetic and protective
aspects of a building, their seismic performance remains an issue in earthquake-prone …

Natural disasters, such as hurricanes, cyclones, and other high-speed windstorm events,
pose a threat to the built environment. The damage of the nonstructural components due to …

Cladding systems are conventionally designed to serve an architectural purpose and
provide environmental protection for building occupants. Recent research has been …

Background Façade technologies are in continuous evolution and the idea to realize
buildings equipped with cladding systems capable to undergo significant displacements …

In this study, a general closed-form equation is derived for the steady-state response of a
cable with both ends at the same horizontal level, and a horizontal protective device …

The motion of cladding systems can be leveraged to mitigate natural and man-made
hazards. The literature counts various examples of connections enhanced with passive …

Blast load is an impulse, unpredictable load occurs on the structure. It causes not only
damage to the structure but also takes the life of the people. Here an attempt is studied is …