Cyclic Lateral Load Test for RC Moment Frames Retrofitted with External Steel Frames
Publication: Journal of Structural Engineering
Volume 149, Issue 5
Abstract
A seismic retrofit method using external steel frames was studied for old RC buildings with nonseismic details. To verify the external retrofit method, 2-story frame specimens were tested under cyclic lateral loading. The test results indicated that the external steel frame successfully enhanced the stiffness and strength of deficient RC moment frames without deteriorating the deformation capacity. The energy-dissipation capacity was also improved by restraining early failure of the RC beam-column joints. The failure mode of the retrofitted frames was governed by the flexural mechanism of the first-story RC columns, with partial yielding of the upper structure. The RC columns were subjected to additional axial forces that were transferred from the external steel frame, in which the steel columns were not extended to the foundation. The strengths of retrofitted frames were evaluated by two approaches based on the frame plastic hinge mechanism: (1) the sum of the strengths of independent RC and steel moment frames, and (2) the strength assuming full composite section of concrete and steel members. On the basis of the test results, design considerations for the external steel frame-retrofitting method are recommended.
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Some or all data, models, or code that support the findings of this study are available from the corresponding author upon reasonable request.
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The financial support of CTS Engineering Ltd. is greatly appreciated.
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Journal of Structural Engineering
Volume 149 • Issue 5 • May 2023
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Received: Jun 30, 2022
Accepted: Dec 22, 2022
Published online: Feb 23, 2023
Published in print: May 1, 2023
Discussion open until: Jul 23, 2023
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