Shaking Table Tests on Ferrocement Houses
Abstract eng: This paper presents the dynamic characterization of a fullscale single story housing module built using precast ferrocement panels. The module (test structure) was tested on a shaking table and subjected to a series of harmonic input ground motions with intensity varying from 0.07g to 0.21g at a fixed frequency of 0.95 Hz. The house showed excellent structural response. Roof drift ratios of up to 0.3% were attained with no discernible structural damage. The system exhibited controlled rocking behavior with energy being primarily dissipated by friction between adjacent panels. The model studied as part of this research represent a building system that has potential for use in regions of the world of limited economic development having a high seismic hazard.
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14th World Conference on Earthquake Engineering
Conference Venue:
Bejing (CN)
Conference Dates:
2008-10-12 / 2008-10-17
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