Self-Centering Seismic Lateral Force Resisting Systems: High Performance Structures for the City of Tomorrow

Structures designed in accordance with even the most modern buildings codes are expected to sustain damage during a severe earthquake; however; these structures are expected to protect the lives of the occupants. Damage to the structure can require expensive repairs; significant business downtime; a...

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Main Authors: Nathan Brent Chancellor, Matthew R. Eatherton, David A. Roke, Tuğçe Akbaş
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2014-09-01
Series:Buildings
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2075-5309/4/3/520