A corrugated steel plate wall (CSPW) system is advantageous to secure the strength and stiffness required for lateral force resistance because of its high out-of-plane stability. It can also stably dissipate large amounts of energy even after peak strength. In this paper, a preliminary study has been carried out to use the CSPW system in the seismic retrofit of existing reinforced concrete (RC) moment frame buildings. The seismic performance for an example building was evaluated, and then a step-by-step retrofit design procedure for the CSPW was proposed. An equivalent analytical model of the CSPW was also introduced for a practical analysis of the retrofitted building, and the strengthening effect was finally evaluated based on the results of nonlinear analysis.

In current research, it was attempted a preliminary design and evaluation of non-uniform ultra high-strength concrete (UHSC) truss members. UHSC used here has the compressive strength of 180 MPa, the tensile strength of 8 to 20 MPa, and the tensile strain after cracks up to 2%. By the three-dimensional finite element stress analysis as well as strut-tie approach on concrete solid beams, the non-uniform truss shape of UHSC truss was designed with the architectural esthetic concept. In a series of examples, to compare with conventional concrete members, the proposed UHSC truss members have advantages in capabilities of the slender design with minimum weight with high performances under transverse loadings as well as the aesthetically non-uniform design for spatial structures.

The purpose of this study is to make a generalized analytical based on the proposed experiments on reinforced concrete(RC) partially infilled frames by U-type precast concrete(PC) wall panels with openings. RC frame and PC wall panels were connected with different strengths. Therefore, we developed modified strut-tie model(STM) with two seismic retrofitting specimens and conducted a nonlinear analysis by using a computer analysis program. Based on the test results, truss member of modified STM was designed, applying the strut-tie model theory of ACI 318M-11 Appendix- A. As a result, the modified STM analysis results were very similar to the experimental results. As a result of the load-displacement curve comparison, the failure load were similar within 5∼17% of error range. In particular, the experimental results and the results of modified STM analysis show that the failure behavior almost matched.

Cyclic loading test was performed on the partially infilled reinforced concrete(RC) frames by L-type precast concrete(PC) wall panels with the connections of two different strength. Based on the results of experimental test, the nonlinear analysis was practiced with modified strut-tie model(STM) method by using a computer program. Truss member of modified STM was designed, applying the strut-tie model theory of ACI 318M-11 Appendix-A. Modified STM was designed with two ways according to the test result. PC wall panel and RC frame were assumed to composite when push loading applied. The PC and RC structures were also assumed to behave non-composite and those two structures connected with link(top connector) when pull loading applied. The connection was designed by using elastic link of program. The results of analytical modified STM process generally conform to the experimental results. The failure load and the failure mode of the specimens could be predicted using modified STM. The ratio of failure load measured in specimens to analytical values were between 0.83∼1.16. The member or connection which was failed in experiment yield in the results of modified STM. The failure mode perfectly matched.

Modified dapped end, precast prestressed double-tee slabs were considered in this research. It can facilitate insertion of service ducts at the dapped ends. The total depth of the floor slab may be reduced. In addition, the underside of the double-tee slab showed simpler appearance. Static three-point shear loading test was performed on full-scale specimens. And three modified single-tee slabs were analyzed by strut-tie model method. The specimen failed during the test in the same location as predicted by the strut-tie analytical model. The analysis of experimental results in comparison to the analysis results revealed that the experimental failure loads manifested 108% of analytical failure loads on the average.

Seismic design of braced frames that simultaneously considers economic issues and structural performance represents a rather complicated engineering problem, and therefore, a systematic and well-established methodology is needed. This study proposes a multi-objective seismic design method for an inverted V-braced frame with suspended zipper struts that uses the non-dominated sorting genetic algorithm-II(NSGA-II). The structural weight and the maximum inter-story drift ratio as the objective functions are simultaneously minimized to optimize the cost and seismic performance of the structure. To investigate which of strength- and performance-based design criteria for braced frames is the critical design condition, the constraint conditions on the two design methods are simultaneously considered (i.e. the constraint conditions based on the strength and plastic deformation of members). The linear static analysis method and the nonlinear static analysis method are adopted to check the strength- and plastic deformation-based design constraints, respectively. The proposed optimal method are applied to three- and six-story steel frame examples, and the solutions improved for the considered objective functions were found.

The vehicle weight and alternative light materials development like aluminum alloys are hot issues around the world. In order to obtain the goal of the weight reduction of automobiles, the researches about lighter and stronger suspension links have been studies without sacrificing the safety of automotive components. Therefore, in present study, the structure analysis of the torque strut links made by aluminum alloys (A356) was performed by using CAE (computer aided engineering) to investigate the light weight design process from the reference of the rear suspension torque strut link which was made by STKM11A steel and was already proven in the commercial market. Especially, the simulated maximum von Mises stresses after strength analysis were normalized as fatigue limit and these were converted to the WF (weight factor) of the same type as the fatigue safety factor suggested and named like that in present study. From these, it was suggested that the fatigue properties of the torque strut could be simply predicted only from this static CAE simulation.

콘크리트 깊은 보의 전단강도 산정을 위해 현행 미국콘크리트학회(ACI) 및 캐나다표준규격협회(CSA), 유럽콘크리트위원회(CEB-FIP)의 설계기준은 스트럿-타이 모델을 이용할 것을 제안하고 있지만 설계의 품질이 설계자가 구성한 트러스 모델 적합성에 크게 좌우된다는 특징을 가지고 있다. 따라서 본 논문에서는 내부 트러스 모델에 따른 현행 ACI, CSA 및 CEB-FIP의 콘크리트 깊은 보 설계기준의 타당성을 홍성걸 등에 의해 제안된 콘크리트 소성학에 근거한 전단강도식의 예측치와 비교함으로써 평가한다. 비교 결과 ACI, CSA 및 CEB-FIP의 스트럿-타이 모델에 의해 설계된 깊은 보의 경우 내부트러스 모델이 전단강도 예측에 중요한 영향을 미치는 것으로 나타났으며 CEB-FIP의 경우 가장 높은 스트럿 강도 예측치를 보였다.

Masonry-infilled walls have been used in reinforced concrete(RC) frame structures as interior and exterior partition walls. Since these walls are considered as nonstructural elements, they were only considered as additional mass. However, infill walls tend to interact with the structure’s overall strength, rigidity, and energy dissipation. Infill walls have been analyzed by finite element method or transposed as equivalent strut model. The equivalent strut model is a typical method to evaluate masonry-infilled structure to avoid the burden of complex finite element model. This study compares different strut models to identify their properties and applicability with regard to the characteristics of the structure and various material models.

본 연구에서는 학교건물에서 나타나는 전형적인 조적조 채움벽 골조의 내진성능을 등가 스트럿 모델을 통해 평가하였다. 순수골조모델, 중심스트럿모델 및 편심스트럿모델의 세 가지 모형화 방법을 채택하였고, 문헌상으로 얻을 수 있는 범위의 스트럿 강성과강도를 적용하여 거동특성의 차이를 분석하였다. 역량스펙트럼에 의해 산정된 성능점에서의 변위 및 손상정도에 큰 차이가 나타났으며,채움벽은 순수골조모델과 비교할 때 중심스트럿모델에서는 유리하게, 편심스트럿모델에서는 불리하게 작용하는 것으로 나타났다. 최종극한변위에서의 거동 또한 모형화 방법 및 재료 속성에 따라서 최대강도, 층간변위, 파괴된 부재 수 및 위치 등에 큰 차이가 나타났다.

A highly porous Biphasic Calcium Phosphate (BCP) scaffold was fabricated by the sponge replica method with a microwave sintering technique. The BCP scaffold had interconnected pores ranging from 80 μm to 1000 μm, which were similar to natural cancellous bone. To enhance the mechanical properties of the porous scaffold, infiltration of polycaprolactone (PCL) was employed. The microstructure of the BCP scaffold was optimized using various volume percentages of polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) for the infiltration process. PCL successfully infiltrated into the hollow space of the strut formed after the removal of the polymer sponge throughout the degassing and high pressure steps. The microstructure and material properties of the BCP scaffold (i.e., pore size, morphology of infiltrated and coated PCL, compressive strength, and porosity) were evaluated. When a 30 vol% of PMMA was used, the PCL-BCP scaffold showed the highest compressive strength. The compressive strength values of the BCP and PCL-BCP scaffolds were approximately 1.3 and 2MPa, respectively. After the PCL infiltration process, the porosity of the PCL-BCP scaffold decreased slightly to 86%, whereas that of the BCP scaffold was 86%. The number of pores in the 10 μm to 20 μm rage, which represent the pore channel inside of the strut, significantly decreased. The in-vitro study confirmed that the PCL-infiltrated BCP scaffold showed comparable cell viability without any cytotoxic behavior.

High speed naval ships are configured with open shafts The shafts, bearings, and propellers are supported by shaft struts. Proper design of struts involves issues of structural, vibration, and hydrodynamic analysis and design. Strut arm cavitation in high speed occurs because of a misalignment of the strut arm with the local incident flow. Proper selection of the strut section can minimize the generation of cavitation. This paper describes issues in the design struts and notices based on the design of Patrol Craft and Amphibious Ship.

본 논문에서는 리브로 보강된 철골 모멘트 접합부의 내진설계법 정립을 위한 등가 스트럿 모델을 제시하였다. 리브 보강 접합부의 응력전달 메커니즘은 고전 휨이론에 의한 예측과는 전혀 다르며, 리브는 리브의 기울기 방향으로 스트럿 거동을 보임을 유한요소해석에 의해 밝혔다. 리브를 스트럿 요소로 파악하여 리브 접합부의 실용설계에 활용될 수 있는 등가 스트럿 모델링 방안을 제시하였다.

록킹 거동은 구조체가 수평력을 받을 때, 수직 중심을 기준으로 좌우로 회전하는 거동을 의미한다. 본 연구에서는 최신의 연구 동향을 개념으로 하여 강체 좌우에 댐퍼를 설치하여 에너지를 소산시키는 방법을 고안하였다. 강재 댐퍼는 SS275 강종을 사용하였으며, 두께 12mm, 폭 30mm, 높이 140mm인 S형 스트럿을 가지는 형상을 사용하였다. 실험은 변위를 점진적으로 증가시키면서 진행하였다. 향후 댐퍼 스트럿 형상 및 스트럿 높이를 변수로 한 성능실험 결과를 발표할 예정이다.

본 연구에서는 벽체의 록킹 거동을 고려한 내진보강 기법을 개발하였다. 록킹 거동은 벽체 수직 축을 중심으로 좌우로 회전하는 것으로, 개발 시스템은 변위 큰 부분에 댐퍼 등을 설치하여 에너지를 소산 시키는 방법이다. 댐퍼는 강재댐퍼를 사용하였으며, 스트럿 형상 및 높이를 변수로 선정하였다. 실험결과 스트럿 높이가 짧을수록 강도 능력이, 길수록 변형능력이 우수한 것으로 평가되었다. I형과 S형 스트럿 능력을 평가한 결과, S형이 우수한 내진 성능을 보유한 것으로 평가되었다.

본 연구에서는 일반 버팀보 공법을 개선한 조립식 버팀보 공법을 적용할 때 구조안정성에 대하여 검토하였다. 굴착단계별 가상의 최대 발생 토압력에 대해 좌굴되지 않도록 충분한 강성을 가지는에 대한 안정성검토를 실시하였다. 고강도 조립식 버팀보 공법은 상부플랜지에 일정한 간격으로 볼트 구멍이 천공되어 있는 공법이다. 구조물의 좌굴해석 결과 안전율은 약 5%정도 증가하였고, 발생응력이 허용응력보 다 낮기 때문에 버팀보의 구조 안정성은 확보된 것으로 판단된다. 특히 고강도 버팀보 공법을 적용 시 축방향 압축응력은 약 16% 증가한다. 고강도 버팀보 공법은 공사기간을 단축할 수 있으며 추가 부재를 구매할 필요가 없어 경제적이다.

This paper presents the performance verification test and nonlinear analysis of reinforced concrete(RC) strut and concrete filled tube(CFT) strut using super concrete(SC; high strength concrete) for bridges. Reinforce concrete strut as well as CFT strut are poured by 80MPa characteristic strength and CFT strut are used steel pipe with 400 MPa yield strength. Test specimen are manufactured 3 types of strut that 2 types of RC strut and 1 type of CFT strut. Nonlinear finite element analysis was conducted by ABAQUS of commercial FEM software. The results of real scale test specimens are compared with the finite element nonlinear analysis output through load-displacement relation. Through this study, it was investigated that the results of the experiment and those of the analysis are adequately similar.

This research was an attempt to design a new structural concept of non-uniform reinforced and super concrete truss members applying by super concrete which has the compressive strength of 80-200MPa, the tensile strength of 8-20MPa, and the tensile strain of 1.0-5.0%. The super concrete truss members were designed by the Strut-Tie approach as well as aesthetic design concept. The structural performance of designed superconcrete truss was evaluated with the conventional reinforced concrete members.