Infilled structures are the most used type of structures in seismic-prone countries. Masonry infills are the most vulnerable part of these structures, even under medium-intensity earthquakes; hence, developing systems to prevent their failure to protect goods and human lives is crucial. Since current design codes are very advanced in reinforced concrete structures designs and there has been...
This paper examines the impact of what is arguably the most critical connection in a steel building: the column base connections under earthquake loads. Failure of this connection can lead to partial or even complete structural collapse. The rotational stiffness of these connections—whether they are considered fixed or pinned—significantly influences the seismic response of steel buildings....
This study examines the influence of code-prescribed methodologies for ground motion record selection on the higher-mode response of structures. Specifically, it compares two conceptually different target spectra: the Uniform Hazard Spectrum (UHS) and the Conditional Spectrum (CS). Using shear wall buildings designed following Eurocode 8 (EC8) response spectrum analysis, we analyse the...
Technological development in construction has brought significant advances in the application of materials, particularly composites such as fiber-reinforced polymers (FRP) and textile-reinforced concrete (TRC). These materials have become widely used due to their excellent mechanical properties, including high strength and low weight, making them suitable for the refurbishment of damaged...
The objective of this study is to estimate the high-frequency decay parameter – kappa (κ) for stations installed on rock (according to EC8) for North Macedonia region.
Kappa characterizes the attenuation of ground motion at high frequencies, more precisely defines the rate of decrease of the acceleration amplitude spectrum. At higher frequencies ground motions on rock may be larger than...
On March 22, 2020, the capital of Croatia, Zagreb, was struck by a devastating earthquake that caused damage to many buildings. The most affected were the structures in the city center, constructed as buildings in aggregates, which are characterized by their architectural style and construction methods typical of urban environments from the Austro-Hungarian Monarchy period of the 19th century....
