Fragility curves that can be applicable for vulnerability modeling of various configurations of structures, such as bridges, are required for risk assessment. While a sig [...]

The 2010 Haiti earthquake was a strong reminder of the seismic hazard in the Caribbean and the fact that many buildings in the region are inadequately designed for earthq [...]

Multispan simply supported concrete and steel girder bridges are common bridge types in Central and Southeastern United States. Probabilistic seismic risk assessment of t [...]

Container wharves are one of the main components in port systems which are susceptible to structural damage during seismic events. Since regional economies depend largely [...]

Earthquake damage to seaports can cause economic losses due to repair costs for individual structures and, more importantly, due to extended downtimes and associated disr [...]

The conception, design, test setup, and predicted behavior of a SMA-based recentering beam-column connection are presented. Since the 1994 Northridge earthquake, many dif [...]

One means of developing self-centering structural systems for seismic applications is through the use of materials with inherent recentering capability. Superelastic NiTi [...]

A seismic rehabilitation method which involves minor on-site construction work without requiring the use of heavy equipment and disruptive noise is developed. The system [...]

The study of the seismic behavior of container cranes is critical since recent natural hazard events have highlighted their vulnerability. This paper provides details abo [...]

This paper presents a seismic risk assessment of the transportation network in Charleston, SC, to support the development of mitigation strategies and emergency planning [...]