Design of smart sandwich structures enhanced by multi-functional shear thickening fluids (M− STFs): anti-vibration and electrical conductivity

MR Sheikhi, S Guergen, J Li, MA Sofuoğlu… - Composite …, 2023 - Elsevier
This study investigates a novel concept of integrating multi-functional shear thickening fluids
(M− STFs) into the core layer of a sandwich composite consisting of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) …

Experimental investigation on bending behavior of existing RC beam retrofitted with SMA-ECC composites materials

H Qian, Q Zhang, X Zhang, E Deng, J Gao - Materials, 2021 - mdpi.com
In order to realize the self-centering, high energy consumption, and high ductility of the
existing building structure through strengthening and retrofit of structure, a method of …

Design, validation, and application of a hybrid shape memory alloy-magnetorheological fluid-based core bracing system under tension and compression

S Zareie, M Hamidia, A Zabihollah, R Ahmad… - Structures, 2022 - Elsevier
Civil infrastructures are vulnerable to catastrophic failures when exceeding the limit loading,
requiring a reliable structural control mechanism, such as bracing systems, to enhance the …

The Utilization of Shape Memory Alloy as a Reinforcing Material in Building Structures: A Review

L Xu, M Zhu, J Zhao, M Chen, M Shi - Materials, 2024 - mdpi.com
Shape memory alloy (SMA), a type of smart material, is widely used in the design of
reinforcement and repair, isolation, and shock absorption of building structures because of …

Enhancing Mechanical Behavior and Energy Dissipation in Fiber-Reinforced Polymers through Shape Memory Alloy Integration: A Numerical Study on SMA-FRP …

S Eilbeigi, M Tavakkolizadeh, AR Masoodi - Materials, 2023 - mdpi.com
Conventional fiber-reinforced polymers (FRPs) have a relatively linear stress–strain
behavior up to the failure point. Therefore, they show brittle behavior until the failure point …

[HTML][HTML] A Thorough Examination of Innovative Supplementary Dampers Aimed at Enhancing the Seismic Behavior of Structural Systems

P Katsimpini, G Papagiannopoulos, G Hatzigeorgiou - Applied Sciences, 2025 - mdpi.com
This review article presents a detailed investigation into the seismic behavior of structures
employing supplementary dampers or additional damping mechanisms over the past …

A novel adaptive 3-stage hybrid teaching-based differential evolution algorithm for frequency-constrained truss designs

H Tang, TN Huynh, J Lee - Structures, 2022 - Elsevier
This study proposes an adaptive 3-stage hybrid teaching-based differential evolution
(ATDE) algorithm to deal with sizing and layout frequency-constrained truss designs more …

[HTML][HTML] Study on numerical seismic performance evaluation of 3D building frame with smart self-centering BRBs system

YC Kim, H Shahriyer, JW Hu - Case Studies in Construction Materials, 2022 - Elsevier
Structures are generally designed to withstand the applied loads safely. However, in order to
secure the stability of structures from earthquakes, which are unpredictable natural …

Multi-objective optimal design of SC-BRB for structures subjected to different near-fault earthquake pulses

SV Hashemi, M Miri, M Rashki, S Etedali - Structures, 2022 - Elsevier
The purpose of this research is to propose a two-objective optimum design technique of self-
centering buckling restrained brace (SC-BRB) characteristics based on a multi-objective …

The seismic performance of new self-centering beam-column joints of conventional island main buildings in nuclear power plants

Q Pei, C Wu, Z Cheng, Y Ding, H Guo - Materials, 2022 - mdpi.com
In order to improve the deformation energy consumption and self-centering ability of
reinforced concrete (RC) frame beam-column joints for main buildings of conventional …