Assessment of the Seismic Performance of Reinforced Concrete Buildings with Different Structural Systems

Thesis Abstract

Abstract
This thesis focuses on the assessment of the seismic performance of reinforced concrete buildings with different structural systems. The aim of this study is to evaluate how various structural systems influence the behavior of buildings under seismic loading conditions. The research methodology involved a comprehensive literature review, numerical simulations using advanced analysis software, and comparative analysis of the results obtained. Chapter One provides an introduction to the research topic, presents the background of the study, outlines the problem statement, objectives, limitations, scope, significance, structure of the thesis, and defines key terms related to the research. Chapter Two presents a detailed literature review on seismic performance assessment of reinforced concrete buildings, covering various structural systems, seismic design principles, and previous studies conducted in this field. Chapter Three describes the research methodology employed in this study. This chapter includes discussions on research design, data collection methods, modeling and analysis techniques, software tools utilized, seismic input selection, and validation procedures. Chapter Four presents the findings of the study, including the seismic performance evaluation of reinforced concrete buildings with different structural systems. The results obtained from numerical simulations are analyzed and compared to assess the influence of structural systems on seismic response. Finally, Chapter Five provides a comprehensive conclusion and summary of the thesis. The key findings, implications, limitations of the study, and recommendations for future research are discussed. This research contributes to the understanding of how different structural systems affect the seismic performance of reinforced concrete buildings and provides valuable insights for improving seismic design practices in civil engineering. Keywords Seismic Performance, Reinforced Concrete Buildings, Structural Systems, Seismic Analysis, Numerical Simulations, Earthquake Engineering.