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Explains the plastic hinge method for estimating inelastic deformation capacity in structural elements, focusing on flexural deformations and providing good approximations.
Explores the Response Spectrum Method for estimating maximum system response in seismic engineering, covering effective modal mass, combination rules, and maximum storey forces.
Explores the challenges of force-based design in seismic engineering, focusing on effective stiffness estimation and the implications for seismic design.
Explores the response and design of inelastic SDOF systems under seismic forces, including force capacity, displacement ductility, and shear strength estimation.
