Open AccessAn Investigation on the Influence of Modeling Approach and Load Pattern on Seismic Performance of RC Structures
Author(s) -
C. M. Ravikumar,
L K Ashwini,
M. Keshavamurthy
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
journal of today's ideas tomorrow's technologies
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2321-7146
DOI - 10.15415/jotitt.2020.82011
Subject(s) - clarity , load distribution , computer science , measure (data warehouse) , structural load , selection (genetic algorithm) , reinforced concrete , structural engineering , seismic loading , engineering , data mining , artificial intelligence , biochemistry , chemistry
Non-linear Static Analysis serves as a suitable measure to evaluate the performance of a structural system. The careful selection of modelling approach and the load pattern is critical to arrive at an adequate performance evaluation. The present study seeks to evaluate and compare the response of an existing eight story reinforced concrete structure, through the application of different modeling approaches and load patterns prescribed by FEMA 356. The results indicates that, with extreme clarity, that in all cases, the shape of the lateral load distribution is what the response of the buildings is finely accustomed to. This is especially true when different patterns of load are considered. It can also be observed that there is a very small difference between various load patterns.