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Understanding the requirements for seismic separations and associated building components is necessary for code-compliant design.
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To view the figures and tables associated with this article, please refer to the flipbook above. As introduced in Parts 1 and 2 of this three-part series, the Oregon State Capitol Building Renovation project was designed to achieve the goals […]
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To view the images associated with this article, please refer to the flipbook above. The seismic rehabilitation of York Hall at the University of California San Diego (UCSD) is an excellent example of the challenges faced by seismic engineers in […]
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The Hidden Value of a Deeper Structural Understanding
To view the figures and tables associated with this article, please refer to the flipbook above. The poor performance of non-ductile concrete structures typically requires significant structural intervention to meet project seismic goals. Engineers usually take a linear analysis approach […]
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