Unlocking Resilience: Examining the Influence of Fluid Viscous Dampers on Seismic Performance of Reinforced-concrete Structures in Earthquake-prone Regions

Authors

  • Asma Belbachir
    Affiliation
    Laboratory of Materials and Processes of Construction, Faculty of Science and Technology, Abdelhamid Ibn Badis University of Mostaganem, Route Nationale N 11, 27000 Mostaganem, Algeria
  • Nesrine Belbachir
    Affiliation
    Laboratory of Materials and Processes of Construction, Faculty of Science and Technology, Abdelhamid Ibn Badis University of Mostaganem, Route Nationale N 11, 27000 Mostaganem, Algeria
  • Sadek Bahar
    Affiliation
    Laboratory of Materials and Processes of Construction, Faculty of Science and Technology, Abdelhamid Ibn Badis University of Mostaganem, Route Nationale N 11, 27000 Mostaganem, Algeria
  • Abdeldjalil Benbakhti
    Affiliation
    Department of Hydraulics, Institute of Technology, Maghnia University Center, Route De Zouia Cité Chouhada, P. O. B. 600-13300, 13001 Maghnia, Algeria
  • Zouhir S. M. Louhibi
    Affiliation
    Laboratory of Civil Engineering and Environment, Djillali Liabes University, P. O. B. 89, 22000 Sidi Bel Abbes, Algeria
  • Sofiane Amziane
    Affiliation
    Institut Pascal, UMR 6602, Clermont Auvergne University, CNRS, Sigma Clermont, 20 avenue Blaise Pascal, 63178 Aubiere, France
https://doi.org/10.3311/PPci.37748

Abstract

In high seismicity regions like Algeria, the seismic performance of structures is of paramount importance. This study investigates the effectiveness of fluid viscous dampers (FVDs) in enhancing the seismic resilience of a 12-story (G+12) reinforced concrete structure. By utilizing Etabs and SeismoSoft softwares, a comparative analysis is conducted between two structural configurations: one with a traditional fixed base and another incorporating fluid viscous dampers. The incorporation of FVDs aims to mitigate the seismic impact by dissipating energy, thereby reducing base shear, displacement, and acceleration during seismic events. The structure's location in a high seismicity zone necessitates robust design strategies to ensure safety and structural integrity. This paper presents a comprehensive analysis of the seismic response and advanced simulation framework providing detailed results on key parameters. The findings highlight the potential of fluid viscous dampers to significantly improve the seismic performance of reinforced concrete structures, offering a promising solution for earthquake-prone areas.

Keywords:

seismic analysis, time history data, isolated structures, fluid viscous dampers

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Published Online

2024-07-25

How to Cite

Belbachir, A., Belbachir, N., Bahar, S., Benbakhti, A., Louhibi, Z. S. M., Amziane, S. “Unlocking Resilience: Examining the Influence of Fluid Viscous Dampers on Seismic Performance of Reinforced-concrete Structures in Earthquake-prone Regions”, Periodica Polytechnica Civil Engineering, 68(4), pp. 1393–1404, 2024. https://doi.org/10.3311/PPci.37748

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