Seismic resilience of timber frames fitted with self-centering bracings

The seismic performance of structural systems has a significant impact on the level of safety of building infrastructure as they constitute a substantial portion of national wealth all across Canada. This study presents novel hybrid timber archetypes to overcome the drawbacks of their traditional frames. Accordingly, the timber braced frame will be equipped with various novel self-centering dampers to bring the structure to its plumb position following a major earthquake resulting in a low-damage structure, which can be readily serviceable. Extensive experimental and numerical studies will be conducted under a series of quasi-static cyclic and dynamics tests, and design guidelines will be recommended. The proposed design guidelines will be verified through hybrid simulation tests. The research team will collaborate with the partner and design code committee to solve some of the industry’s leading challenges in formulating the appropriate framework, which can be incorporated into the design of timber buildings.

Faculty Supervisor:

Shahria Alam

Student:

Partner:

Robertson Kolbeins Teevan Gallaher Associates Ltd

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

The University of British Columbia - Okanagan

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