Developing a robustness index for parallel load-bearing systems
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DOI: 10.1016/j.engstruct.2021.112742
Abstract: Abstract The target of this study is to develop a robustness index for parallel load-bearing systems. Parallel load-bearing systems are structural systems with load-bearing elements that are similar in type and function and constitute alternative… read more here.
Keywords: bearing systems; robustness index; parallel load; load bearing ... See more keywords
A novel robustness index for progressive collapse analysis of structures considering the full risk spectrum of damage evolution
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DOI: 10.1080/15732479.2020.1851730
Abstract: Abstract The search for a bona fide robustness index to quantify the system performance upon unexpected disturbances has been a continuous research effort. Previous studies have largely neglected to reflect the damage evolution feature of… read more here.
Keywords: damage; progressive collapse; index; robustness index ... See more keywords