Diaphragm connector elements were developed for three-dimensional finite element models of precast concrete structures used in nonlinear time history analyses. The use of discrete elements for the diaphragm connectors ...
Zhang, Dichuan; Fleischman, Robert; Shon, Chang(Advances in Structural Engineering, 2016-01-01)
A new seismic design methodology is being proposed for floor diaphragms for various types of construction materials including wood diaphragms. The new design methodology introduces a design acceleration to keep diaphragm ...
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