Computation of Fundamental Periods for Moment Frames Using a Hand-Calculated Approach

The second method (known as Method B), specified in the 1997 Uniform Building Code Static Force Procedure, is a rational and accurate approach for finding the fundamental period of a frame. The formula used in Method B, however, is not a popular formula because it involves time-consuming computatio...

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Main Author: J. Kent Hsiao
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Electronic Journals for Science and Engineering - International 2009-06-01
Series:Electronic Journal of Structural Engineering
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Online Access:https://ejsei.com/EJSE/article/view/114