Seismic Performance Evaluation of a Large-Scale Composite MRF Using Pseudodynamic Testing
Publication: Journal of Structural Engineering
Volume 134, Issue 2
Abstract
The seismic performance of a composite moment resisting frame (MRF) comprised of concrete filled tube (CFT) columns and wide flange beams was investigated experimentally. The four-story composite MRF test structure was designed using performance-based design concepts. The performance objectives include achieving: (1) the operational performance level under the frequent occurrence earthquake; (2) the life safety performance level under the design basis earthquake; and (3) the collapse prevention performance level under the maximum considered earthquake. The hybrid pseudodynamic test method was used to subject the test structure to these various seismic input levels. effects associated with the gravity frames in the prototype building were included analytically in the tests. Results from the tests indicated that the structural performance under the simulated seismic loading was consistent with the expected performance for all three earthquake levels, indicating that effective seismic performance of composite MRFs with CFT columns can be achieved.
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Acknowledgments
The research reported herein was supported by the National Science Foundation (Grant No. NSFCMS-9905870), by the ATLSS Center at Lehigh University, and by a grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development through the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Technology Alliance. The opinions expressed in this paper are those of the writers and do not necessarily reflect the views of the sponsors.
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Journal of Structural Engineering
Volume 134 • Issue 2 • February 2008
Pages: 279 - 288
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Received: Sep 11, 2006
Accepted: Feb 27, 2007
Published online: Feb 1, 2008
Published in print: Feb 2008
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