The structural damage of reinforced concrete (RC) or masonry constructions, is commonly, associated with nonlinear phenomena that make the analysis of the structural beha [...]

The assessment of existing infrastructures is a critical issue in the seismic protection of the modern societies. Field surveys in the aftermath of major seismic events h [...]

The seismic assessment of an existing structure is a complex procedure. In the evaluation of the structural capacity, difficulties arise in the definition of the lateral [...]

A reliable estimation of the seismic performances of existing reinforced concrete building is of paramount importance to design proper retrofit solutions. Number of refin [...]

Recent seismic events confirmed the high vulnerability of existing buildings and highlighted the importance to quantify the attained losses and optimize the economic reso [...]