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 …

Experimental methods for inter-module joints in modular building structures–A state-of-the-art review

AW Lacey, W Chen, H Hao - Journal of Building Engineering, 2022 - Elsevier
This paper presents a state-of-the-art review of the experimental methods for inter-module
joints (IMJs) in modular buildings. For the structural response, three levels of study are …

Seismic behavior of a novel liftable connection for modular steel buildings: Experimental and numerical studies

EF Deng, YH Wang, L Zong, Z Zhang, JF Zhang - Thin-walled Structures, 2024 - Elsevier
Modular steel buildings (MSBs) have achieved considerable popularity in multi-to-high rise
constructions due to the favorable mechanical characteristic, eco-friendliness, cost …

Progressive collapse analysis of corner-supported composite modular buildings

J Peng, C Hou, L Shen - Journal of Building Engineering, 2022 - Elsevier
In this study, the alternate load path analysis is carried out to investigate the progressive
collapse resistance of multi-storey modular buildings constructed using corner-supported …

Robustness of inter-module connections and steel modular buildings under column loss scenarios

YS Chua, S Dai Pang, JYR Liew, Z Dai - Journal of Building Engineering, 2022 - Elsevier
This paper investigates the progressive collapse behaviour of laterally braced steel modular
buildings under various column removal scenarios. Unlike the conventional building with …

Prefabricated volumetric modular construction: A review on current systems, challenges, and future prospects

A Chourasia, S Singhal, Manivannan - Practice Periodical on …, 2023 - ascelibrary.org
Rapid urbanization and population growth worldwide has stimulated the requirement of fast
and efficient construction techniques. An emerging trend in the construction industry focuses …

Sensor-integrated hybrid blockchain system for supply chain coordination in volumetric modular construction

D Lee, L Wen, JO Choi, SH Lee - Journal of Construction …, 2023 - ascelibrary.org
Volumetric modular construction (VMC) needs streamlined supply chain coordination to
achieve its full potential benefits, such as reduced schedule and cost, with consistent quality …

[HTML][HTML] A hybrid inter-module connection for steel modular building systems with SMA and high-damping rubber components

DA Corfar, KD Tsavdaridis - Engineering Structures, 2023 - Elsevier
The recent technological advancements achieved in modular construction have accelerated
the trend of building taller self-standing steel modular building systems (MBSs), leading to a …

Numerical study on performance assessment of an innovative boltless connection for modular building construction

S Srisangeerthanan, MJ Hashemi, P Rajeev, E Gad… - Thin-Walled …, 2023 - Elsevier
It is well established that building construction using volumetric modules has numerous
advantages over traditional construction; however, achieving simple, yet high-performance …

Haunch connecting techniques in a self-centering modular steel structure connection system

G Zhang, LH Xu, XS Xie - Journal of Building Engineering, 2022 - Elsevier
High extent of mechanized assembly is one of the development concepts of the modular
construction, allowing the full development of its superiority in construction efficiency and …