Civil Engineering Association

FEMA 451B - Topic 06 - Inelastic Behavior of Materials and Structures

This topic introduces the concepts of inelastic behavior, explains why the behavior is expected in seismic response, and shows how the inelastic behavior is incorporated into the NEHRP Recommended Provisions, ASCE7, and the International Building Code (IBC).
• Illustrates inelastic behavior of materials and structures
• Explains why inelastic response may be necessary
• Explains the “equal displacement “ concept
• Introduces the concept of inelastic design response spectra
• Explains how inelastic behavior is built into the NEHRP
Recommended Provisions and ASCE 7-05

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