Estimating uncertainty in limit state capacities for reinforced concrete frame structures through pushover analysis
In seismic fragility and risk analysis, the definition of structural limit state (LS) capacities is of crucial importance. Traditionally, LS capacities are defined according to design code provisions or using deterministic pushover analysis without considering the inherent randomness of structural p...
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| description | In seismic fragility and risk analysis, the definition of structural limit state (LS) capacities is of crucial importance. Traditionally, LS capacities are defined according to design code provisions or using deterministic pushover analysis without considering the inherent randomness of structural parameters. To assess the effects of structural randomness on LS capacities, ten structural parameters that include material strengths and gravity loads are considered as random variables, and a probabilistic pushover method based on a correlation-controlled Latin hypercube sampling technique is used to estimate the uncertainties in LS capacities for four typical reinforced concrete frame buildings. A series of ten LSs are identified from the pushover curves based on the design-code-given thresholds and the available damage-controlled criteria. The obtained LS capacities are further represented by a lognormal model with the median mc and the dispersion βc. The results show that structural uncertainties have limited influence on mc for the LSs other than that near collapse. The commonly used assumption of βc between 0.25 and 0.30 overestimates the uncertainties in LS capacities for each individual building, but they are suitable for a building group with moderate damages. A low uncertainty as βc=0.1~0.15 is adequate for the LSs associated with slight damages of structures, while a large uncertainty as βc=0.40~0.45 is suggested for the LSs near collapse. |
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| spelling | ntu-10356/845412020-03-07T11:43:34Z Estimating uncertainty in limit state capacities for reinforced concrete frame structures through pushover analysis Yu, Xiaohui Lu, Dagang Li, Bing School of Civil and Environmental Engineering Limit state Pushover analysis In seismic fragility and risk analysis, the definition of structural limit state (LS) capacities is of crucial importance. Traditionally, LS capacities are defined according to design code provisions or using deterministic pushover analysis without considering the inherent randomness of structural parameters. To assess the effects of structural randomness on LS capacities, ten structural parameters that include material strengths and gravity loads are considered as random variables, and a probabilistic pushover method based on a correlation-controlled Latin hypercube sampling technique is used to estimate the uncertainties in LS capacities for four typical reinforced concrete frame buildings. A series of ten LSs are identified from the pushover curves based on the design-code-given thresholds and the available damage-controlled criteria. The obtained LS capacities are further represented by a lognormal model with the median mc and the dispersion βc. The results show that structural uncertainties have limited influence on mc for the LSs other than that near collapse. The commonly used assumption of βc between 0.25 and 0.30 overestimates the uncertainties in LS capacities for each individual building, but they are suitable for a building group with moderate damages. A low uncertainty as βc=0.1~0.15 is adequate for the LSs associated with slight damages of structures, while a large uncertainty as βc=0.40~0.45 is suggested for the LSs near collapse. Published version 2016-12-15T03:54:06Z 2019-12-06T15:46:52Z 2016-12-15T03:54:06Z 2019-12-06T15:46:52Z 2016 Journal Article Yu, X., Lu, D., & Li, B. (2016). Estimating uncertainty in limit state capacities for reinforced concrete frame structures through pushover analysis. Earthquakes and Structures, 10(1), 141-161. 2092-7614 https://hdl.handle.net/10356/84541 http://hdl.handle.net/10220/41860 10.12989/eas.2016.10.1.141 en Earthquakes and Structures © 2016 Techno-Press, Ltd. This paper was published in Earthquakes and Structures and is made available as an electronic reprint (preprint) with permission of Techno-Press, Ltd. The published version is available at: [http://dx.doi.org/10.12989/eas.2016.10.1.141]. One print or electronic copy may be made for personal use only. Systematic or multiple reproduction, distribution to multiple locations via electronic or other means, duplication of any material in this paper for a fee or for commercial purposes, or modification of the content of the paper is prohibited and is subject to penalties under law. 21 p. application/pdf |
| spellingShingle | Limit state Pushover analysis Yu, Xiaohui Lu, Dagang Li, Bing Estimating uncertainty in limit state capacities for reinforced concrete frame structures through pushover analysis |
| title | Estimating uncertainty in limit state capacities for reinforced concrete frame structures through pushover analysis |
| title_full | Estimating uncertainty in limit state capacities for reinforced concrete frame structures through pushover analysis |
| title_fullStr | Estimating uncertainty in limit state capacities for reinforced concrete frame structures through pushover analysis |
| title_full_unstemmed | Estimating uncertainty in limit state capacities for reinforced concrete frame structures through pushover analysis |
| title_short | Estimating uncertainty in limit state capacities for reinforced concrete frame structures through pushover analysis |
| title_sort | estimating uncertainty in limit state capacities for reinforced concrete frame structures through pushover analysis |
| topic | Limit state Pushover analysis |
| url | https://hdl.handle.net/10356/84541 http://hdl.handle.net/10220/41860 |
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