In regions prone to seismic activity, the design of structures resistant to horizontal forces are crucial for ensuring the safety and performance of buildings during earthquakes. engineers have developed various methods and techniques to enhance the seismic resilience of structures. One of the most effective methods to increase the lateral load resistance of a building is by incorporating shear walls, which are vertical structural elements designed to counteract and reduce the impact of lateral loads on a structure. These walls play a significant role in determining the overall response of buildings to seismic forces. Consequently, it is essential to evaluate and optimize the seismic response of shear walls to achieve a higher degree of structural safety. This study aims to determine the optimal location of shear walls in a multi-storey building and assess the impact of material quality on the structural performance under seismic loading. A 3-storey reinforced concrete (RC) building subjected to horizontal forces was analyzed using structural finite element analysis in SAP2000 software. The performance of the building was evaluated in terms of lateral displacement for each floor, taking into account various shear wall configurations and locations and the damage distributions for the existing and updated structures were compared. The results of this comprehensive study highlight the critical role of shear walls in preventing large displacement and damage caused by seismic events. By optimizing the location and design of these walls in multi-storey buildings, in conclusion, the findings of this study provide valuable insights for building design. (This study was produced from the thesis of the first rank author. ORCID ID:0009-0001-2654-4263).
Anahtar Kelimeler: Sap2000, framed structure, seismic analysis, shear wall.
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