This paper presents the findings of a research project investigating the lateral load drift
behaviour of lightly reinforced concrete columns. Such columns are common in regions of …

Past studies have confirmed that the behaviour of an infill-frame can be remarkably different
from that of a bare frame. This becomes specifically critical when the structure is under …

The seismic behavior of ductile high-strength RC (HSRC) columns that are constructed in
regions of high seismicity is well understood due to a number of experimental studies …

Structural frames infilled with masonry material called masonry-infilled frames (MIFs) are
common types of constructions around the world. These structures generally have mortared …

This paper addresses the sensitivity of the in-plane and out-of-plane behaviour of reinforced-
concrete (RC) frames with masonry infill panels to a select number of material related …

The Wenchuan Earthquake, with a moment magnitude of 7.9 (reported by USGS), occurred
in Sichuan Province in China on May 12, 2008. As of July 2, 2008 69,195 people were …

Weak or damaged reinforced concrete columns need to be retrofitted in order to increase the
strength capacity and ductility. Concrete jacketing is one of the most common techniques …

Reinforced concrete (RC) columns are important components of the lateral load‐resisting
structural system of RC buildings. In moderate seismic regions, where stringent seismic …

This thesis examines the response of reinforced concrete frames infilled with semi-
interlocking masonry (SIM) material. Experimental and numerical investigations were …

Confinement of columns with non-seismic detailing is prevalent in many old buildings and
common in current detailing practice in many developing countries. This type of columns is …