ABSTRACT

This book introduces new smart connection systems which can be used in aseismic building design in order to control inter-story drifts and to reduce residual displacements. They are also utilized as damper devices and base isolators. The application of these systems to composite moment frame buildings will also be treated in the book. In addition,

part |2 pages

Part 1 Design and analyses for smart PR-CFT connections

part |2 pages

Part 2 Design and analyses for bolted connections

chapter 5|20 pages

Bolted connections (FE models)

chapter 6|30 pages

Bolted connections (component models)

part |2 pages

Part 3 Design and analyses for other smart connections

chapter 8|22 pages

Gusset plate connections

chapter 9|18 pages

Recentering slit damper connection

chapter 10|30 pages

Smart damping connectors