Title:
Composite Moment Frames
Author(s):
Gregory G. Deierlein, Paul Cordova, Keh-Chyuan Tsai, Chui-Hsin Chen, and Wen-Chi Lai
Publication:
Concrete International
Volume:
27
Issue:
5
Appears on pages(s):
39-44
Keywords:
composite moment frames; full-scale frame testing; beam-column design; precast construction; seismic performance
DOI:
Date:
5/1/2005
Abstract:
Studies have demonstrated that composite systems have the strength, stiffness, and ductility to safely resist large earthquakes. This recent full-scale frame test further validates the reliability of the composite frames using innovative precast construction details. Designed to just meet the minimum requirements of current building code standards, the test frame performed very well under three earthquake loading scenarios and a final pushover test. Overall, the test frame clearly demonstrates the capabilities of composite moment frames to meet and exceed the seismic performance expectations implied by modern building codes.