The energy dissipation effects of redundant members in silos under earthquakes
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.5459/bnzsee.20.4.269-274Abstract
An analytical study is made of the response to strong base motion of reinforced concrete silo structures having energy dissipation redundant members. The structural model consists of an axisymmetric silo body supported by reinforced concrete columns. Analytical methods used include inelastic dynamic response history analysis, inelastic static analysis, and elastic modal spectral analysis (Building Code of China). The sensitivity of the structural parameters, such as the location of redundant members, relative linear stiffness, and reinforcement ratios, are examined for lateral force and ground motions. Based on the data presented, it is concluded that the advantages of energy dissipation redundant members are of ensuring yielding hinges occur in selected elements, improving the distribution of internal forces, and providing increased ductility. Numerical examples are discussed to show the application potential.
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