The presented investigations aim to suggest more realistic models to predict the dynamic behavior of wind turbine structures. Two key issues are addressed: the aerodynami [...]

The analysis of structures under extreme accidental actions such as explosion or impact has been an ongoing topic of research since the 50’s. Especially regarding the d [...]

Hazard scenarios regarding exceptional actions often include the possibility of a vehicle impact against a building. Here the impact against columns is of particular inte [...]

The European project “INDUSE-2-SAFETY” aims at the development of a quantitative risk assessment methodology for seismic loss prevention of “special risk” petroch [...]

Within the EU funded project INNOSEIS different seismic devices developed in earlier projects are worked up with the aim to provide information sheets and design guidelin [...]

An approach to investigate the true behaviour of dissipative elements utilising numerical simulations is presented. By way of example dissipative members in terms of beam [...]

Spherical storage tanks are widely used for various types of liquids, including hazardous contents; consequently these storage tanks must be adequately designed for seism [...]