Progressive Collapse Analysis: A study of Asymmetrical R.C. Building - Softcover

Joshi, Digesh; Patel, Paresh

Softcover

ISBN 10: 3659207799 ISBN 13: 9783659207792

Publisher: LAP LAMBERT Academic Publishing, 2012

Synopsis

The interest of Structural engineers is increasing to prevent the progressive collapse of the building. After the collapse of World Trade Center (WTC) Tower many government and private authorities worked on developing design guidelines for progressive collapse resistant structures. Among all the guidelines the U.S. General Service Administration (GSA) and Department of Defense (DoD) is most widely used by structural engineers. Historical background, mechanism, causes and types of progressive collapse is discussed in this book. This book also represents progressive collapse analysis of 4-storey and 10-storey Asymmetrical reinforced concrete (RC) building considering GSA and DoD guidelines. Linear static and dynamic as well as nonlinear static and dynamic analysis is carried out using Alternate Path Method (APM). APM is threat independent method in which critical columns from ground floor and intermediate floor are removed and demand-capacity ratio (DCR) is found out for beams and columns. From the values of DCR potential for progressive collapse is analysed. Different alternatives are explored to mitigate the potential of progressive collapse of buildings.

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About the Author

Prof. Digesh D. Joshi is currently Assistant Professor at Department of Civil Engineering, Nirma University, Ahmedabad. He has one year of professional experience at Linde Engineering India Pvt. Ltd., Vadodara and one year of academic experience. His area of interest includes progressive collapse analysis and controlled demolition of buildings.

Edition details

• Publisher: LAP LAMBERT Academic Publishing
• Publication date: 2012
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 3659207799
• ISBN 13: 9783659207792
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 188