A Seismic capacity design method for deeply embedded (or caisson) foundations is proposed based on 3D finite element analysis results. Emphasis is given on the influence [...]

Effective stress analyses are conducted aiming to provide Class A predictions for a seismic centrifuge test of a multi-block gravity quay-wall. Two different codes are us [...]

A plasticity model is presented for the non-linear ground response analysis of layered sites. The model is the one-dimensional version of that recently proposed by Tasiop [...]

The main purpose of this study is to investigate the influence of soil p-y nonlinearity in soil–pile–structure kinematic and inertia interaction. Within this context, [...]

The paper highlights the results of a numerical study of the seismic response of a tall bridge-pier type structure supported on surface foundation. Both the structure and [...]

While seismic codes do not allow plastic deformation of piles, the Kobe earthquake has shown that limited structural yielding and cracking of piles may not be always detr [...]