Braced frames are one of the most economical and efficient seismic resisting systems yet
few full‐scale tests exist. A recent research project, funded by the National Science …

Special concentrically braced frames (SCBF) are stiff, strong and economical lateral-load
resisting systems, which can sustain large inelastic deformation if properly detailed …

Concentrically braced frames are stiff, strong systems frequently used to resist wind and
seismic loading; in regions of high seismicity in the US special concentrically braced frames …

Steel braced frames are a commonly used seismic resisting system and thus, multi-story X-
braced frames are frequently used. However, research into the behavior of these systems …

Special concentrically braced frames (SCBFs) are commonly used lateral-load resisting
systems in seismic design. In SCBFs, the braces are connected to the beams and columns …

Special concentrically braced frames (SCBFs) are economical and provide substantial
lateral resistance and stiffness. They are frequently used in seismic design, since recent …

Buckling restrained braces are intended to yield in both axial tension and compression. The
gusset plates connecting them to the adjacent beams and columns are thick and often …

Buckling–restrained braced frames (BRBFs) are used as lateral-load resisting systems in
seismic design. The braces in BRBFs are connected to beams and columns by gusset plate …

This dissertation summarizes both experimental and analytical studies on the seismic
response of conventional steel concentrically braced frame systems of the type widely used …

Concentrically braced frames (CBFs) are stiff, strong systems frequently used to resist
seismic loading. Special CBF (SCBF) behavior is dominated by brace buckling, while …