This paper reports on the results of an ongoing Research Project aimed at computing the risk of collapse in code-conforming new Italian buildings. A companion paper descr [...]

The paper deals with the in plane seismic performance assessment of internal partitions. A finite element model capable to capture the inter-story drift ratio which cause [...]

In this study, simplified finite element models of the tested components have also been implemented in software platforms to adequately simulate the dynamic properties of [...]

The seismic performance of nonstructural components is nowadays recognized as one of the most critical issues related to the performance-based earthquake engineering. In [...]

The inadequacy of beam-to-column connections in RC precast structures can cause catastrophic collapses due, for instance, to loss of support phenomena in the case of abse [...]

P-Δ effects can reduce the seismic safety of structures under seismic actions and they can be vital for one-story precast buildings because of the large flexibility of c [...]

Plasterboard components are widely used in current buildings worldwide. Plasterboards are employed for partitions, wall lining and ceilings. Plasterboards are used for bo [...]

The paper deals with the topic of analyses performed according to modern code provisions, in particular Eurocode 8 (EC8) rules. Elastic, non linear static and non linear [...]

The paper deals with the topic of seismic response of three existing structures. They are multi-storey r/c frame buildings, a very spread typology in Italy; in particular [...]

The response spectrum method, as usually applied, provides the maximum positive values of individual response, but the critical combination of these responses may be char [...]