Advanced Modelling Techniques in Structural Design The design of modern, iconic structures like the Burj Khalifa The Gherkin

6. Performance-Based Seismic Modelling (PBSM)

2.1 Sources of Nonlinearity

4.2 Example – Fibre-Reinforced Polymer (FRP) Bridge Deck

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7.1 Applications

Engineers modeled non-linear hysteretic dampers using a Bouc-Wen material model. The simulation matched full-scale shake table tests within 3% error.

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