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Apr 1, 1999

Seismic Design and Constructability of RCS Special Moment Frames

Publication: Journal of Structural Engineering
Volume 125, Issue 4

Abstract

This paper presents an evaluation in terms of constructability, cost, and seismic performance of an alternative structural system for high seismic risk zones made of composite reinforced concrete-steel (RCS) special moment-resisting frames. Interior beam-column joints and the effects of a reinforced concrete slab on composite metal decking are investigated. The major issues discussed are related to seismic design philosophy and constructability of a three-dimensional RCS special moment frame system for low-rise and mid-rise construction. The key conclusion from this work is that the proposed RCS frame system has advantages over steel frame systems in high seismic risk zones in terms of having a cost-effective construction process and possessing certain stable hysteretic performance during inelastic excursions.

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Journal of Structural Engineering
Volume 125Issue 4April 1999
Pages: 385 - 392

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Received: Jun 8, 1998
Published online: Apr 1, 1999
Published in print: Apr 1999

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Member, ASCE,
Honorary Member, ASCE,
Asst. Prof., Texas A&M Univ., Dept. of Civ. Engrg., College Station, TX 77843-3136.
Deceased; formerly, Prof., Texas A&M Univ., Dept. of Civ. Engrg., College Station, TX.
Doctoral Candidate, Texas A&M Univ., Dept. of Civ. Engrg., College Station, TX.

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