"Response Modification of Bridges"

Reginald DesRoches, Roberto T. Leon, and Shirley Dyke
1. Introduction

2. Summary of Previous Studies on Bridges in Mid-America Region

3. Seismic Hazards and Ground Motions in Mid-America

4. Typical Bridges and Analytical Models in Mid-America

5. Deterministic Seismic Response Analysis of Typical Bridges

6. Parametric and Sensitivity Study of Typical Bridges

7. Experimental Tests

8. Retrofit Measures for Typical Bridges

9. Summary, Conclusions, and Impact of Research

Appendix A. Formulation for Expansion Steel Bearings' Capacity

Appendix B. Results of Statistical Analysis for Typical Bridges

Appendix C. Structural Periods of Typical Bridges

Appendix D. Probabilistic Seismic Demand Models for Simulated Bridges

Appendix E. Equipment Specifications

Appendix F. Elastomeric Bearing Test Results

References


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