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ASG/Simuserv Seminar – Modelling and Simulation Methods for Structural Engineers

ASG/Simuserv Presentation - Modelling

When – 29 November 2017 //   Dr Amy Lovisa – Technical Presentation #1 1:00 – 1:40 pm Incorporating nonlinearities in a structural analysis Seismic assessment often requires significant simplification of a complex problem. Effects such as material yielding and…
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PRESENTATION – “Kaikoura Earthquake Statistics House Investigation” by John Hare

ASG Presentation June 2017 - Statistics House

When – Wednesday 7 June 2017 //   Abstract The 2016 Kaikōura earthquake caused a partial floor collapse in the 2005 Statistics House on the Wellington waterfront. Following this, the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment appointed an independent panel…
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The Resilience and Pragmatic Uses of Buckling Restrained Braces for Resilient Structures by Michel Bruneau

Buckling restrained frame presentation - ASG March 2017

Presentation When – Tuesday 21st March 2017 // Abstract This presentation will address three specific related ideas: Outline some of the technical and non-technical issues that may help address and possibly resolve the “structural engineering resilience dilemma” – which exists…
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PRESENTATION – Friction Sliding Devices for Earthquake Resistant Buildings: Experimental Testing and Modelling

When – Wednesday 7th December 2016 // Abstract: To reduce the seismic demand, friction sliding devices installed in the structural system of buildings are a cost-efficient solution. Friction devices dissipate energy through the relative sliding developed between two solid interfaces….
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