Strengthening and retrofitting techniques to mitigate progressive collapse: A critical review and future research agenda

F Kiakojouri, V De Biagi, B Chiaia, MR Sheidaii - Engineering structures, 2022 - Elsevier
Abnormal events, that are unforeseeable low-probability and high-impact events, cause
local failure (s) to structures that can lead to the collapse of other members and, eventually …

A comprehensive review and classification of inter-module connections for hot-rolled steel modular building systems

DA Corfar, KD Tsavdaridis - Journal of Building Engineering, 2022 - Elsevier
In the recent history the development of inter-module connection (IMC) systems for steel
modular building systems (MBSs) has gained traction with many researchers and engineers …

Effect of various boundary constraints on the collapse behavior of multi-story composite frames

Z Tan, W Zhong, B Meng, Y Zheng, S Duan - Journal of Building …, 2022 - Elsevier
Previous studies on the influence of boundary constraints on the structural collapse behavior
have primarily focused on single-story sub-assemblages, and the limited research on multi …

An innovative type of module-to-core wall connections for high-rise steel modular buildings

T Ping, W Pan, B Mou - Journal of Building Engineering, 2022 - Elsevier
High-rise steel modular buildings are normally designed and constructed using a structural
system that consists of cast-in-situ concrete for the stability core and steel-framed volumetric …

[HTML][HTML] Corner-column failure scenarios in building structures: Current knowledge and future prospects

N Makoond, G Shahnazi, M Buitrago, JM Adam - Structures, 2023 - Elsevier
Over the past few decades, increasing awareness of the need for more resilient
infrastructure has led to a great increase in the amount of research being performed on the …

[HTML][HTML] Structural robustness of composite modular buildings: The roles of CFST columns and inter-module connections

G Swami, HT Thai, X Liu - Structures, 2023 - Elsevier
This paper explores the important roles of concrete filled steel tube (CFST) columns and
inter-module connections on the structural robustness of composite modular buildings …

[HTML][HTML] Mechanical behaviors of inter-module connections and assembled joints in modular steel buildings: a comprehensive review

C Yang, B Xu, J Xia, H Chang, X Chen, R Ma - Buildings, 2023 - mdpi.com
Modular steel buildings offer the advantages of time-saving construction, reduced on-site
work, and less resource waste. The mechanical behavior of modular connections is …

Collapse mechanisms of multi-story steel-framed modular structures under fire scenarios

S Shan, W Pan - Journal of Constructional Steel Research, 2022 - Elsevier
Modular building is an innovative construction method and imposes unique assembly
requirements. Modular structures may exhibit different global responses and unexpected …

Experimental-numerical investigation and design of bolted-cover plate connections under bending for modular steel buildings

SY Zhai, YF Lyu, K Cao, GQ Li, WY Wang… - Journal of Building …, 2023 - Elsevier
The module-to-module bolted connection is an effective way of meeting the need for rapid
assembly of modular buildings. This paper presents a discussion of five full-scale tests …

Innovative scheme for RC building progressive collapse prevention

S Elkholy, A Shehada, B El-Ariss - Engineering Failure Analysis, 2023 - Elsevier
Progressive collapse of reinforced concrete (RC) building due to column failure can cause
human casualties and severe irreparable damage or total collapse of the building. Different …