Seismic Analysis of Multi-storied RC Building

Presented by . Rahul Leslie

Part - I

Topics Covered: Aspects of computer modelling Static analysis as per IS:1893(Part 1)-2002 Dynamic analysis as per IS:1893(Part 1)2002 Directional combinations Miscellaneous points

Seismic Analysis of Multi-storied RC Building

Presented by Rahul Leslie

Topics Covered: Aspects of computer modelling Static analysis as per IS:1893(Part 1)-2002 Dynamic analysis as per IS:1893(Part 1)2002 Directional combinations Miscellaneous points

Seismic Analysis of Multi-storied RC Building

Presented by Rahul Leslie

Aspects of Computer Model:

Modelling is done using analysis packages like STAAD.Pro, STRAP, NISA/Civil, ETABS, etc. Model contains
Beams Columns Shear walls

But not usually

Slabs (except in Flat slab - Shear wall construction) Masonry wall infills Stair slabs

Foundation is represented by support points only

Seismic Analysis of Multi-storied RC Building

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Aspects of Computer Model (Cont)

A model must ideally represent the complete three dimensional (3D) characteristics of the building, including
geometry stiffness of various members supports load distribution mass distribution

Seismic Analysis of Multi-storied RC Building

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Beams and columns

Beams and columns are modelled by frame elements Plinth beams should also be modelled as beams Slabs are not usually modelled

Seismic Analysis of Multi-storied RC Building

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Supports:
The type of support to be provided is decided by considering the degree of fixity provided by the foundation. Fixed Supports:
Raft foundation: Support to be provided at the column ends (located at top of the raft) Pile cap for multiple piles: Support to be provided at the column ends (located at top of the pile cap) Isolated footing: When it is founded on hard rock, the column end may be modelled as fixed (located at the top of the footing) Single pile: Fixed support of the column is recommended at a depth of five to ten times the diameter of pile, depending upon the type of soil, from the top of pile cap.
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Supports (cont):
Pinned supports:
Isolated footing: Support to be provided at the column ends, (located at the bottom of the foundation).

Combination of Fixed & Pinned support:

Combined footing: When the footings are adequately restrained by tie beams, the column ends can be modelled as fixed in the direction of the beam, but pinned in a direction perpendicular to it, provided the tie beam is also modelled.

In General
Engineering judgement must be exercised in modelling the support
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Seismic Analysis of Multi-storied RC Building

Slabs and Masonry walls

The weight of slabs are distributed, as 2-way load, on the supporting beams. The weight of masonry wall is applied as uniform load on the supporting beam

Seismic Analysis of Multi-storied RC Building

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Slabs and Masonry walls

Since the slabs are not modelled by plate elements, the structural effect due to their in-plane stiffness (7.7.2.1, IS:1893(Part 1)-2002) can be taken into account by
using Master/Slave option (STAAD.Pro) assigning Diaphragm action (ETABS)

Seismic Analysis of Multi-storied RC Building

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Slabs and masonry walls (cont)

Masonry walls have in-plane stiffness that can influence the behaviour of the building under lateral load (7.10.2, IS:1893(Part 1)-2002):
Masonry infills are modelled by equivalent diagonal struts (7.10.2, IS:1893(Part 1)- Proposed Draft)

Seismic Analysis of Multi-storied RC Building

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Slabs and masonry walls (cont)

A dual model approach can be taken

1. 2. one model with equivalent struts other without equivalent struts.

(or use Inactivate Members option in STAAD.Pro) Maximum forces from either of the case taken for design However, the weight of the infill walls on the supporting beams should be considered in both the models.

Seismic Analysis of Multi-storied RC Building

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Shear walls
Structural shear walls and Shear core which are integrally connected to the frame and floor slabs, can be modelled by plate elements
Surface elements (STAAD.Pro) Wall element (ETABS)

Seismic Analysis of Multi-storied RC Building

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Masses to be included:
For dynamic analysis, the effective masses to be included for analysis are :
Full dead load 0.25 times Imposed Loads having intensity 3 kN/m2 0.5 times Imposed Loads having intensity > 3 kN/m2 Imposed Load on roof need not be considered (7.3.1 & 7.3.2, IS:1893(Part 1)-2002)

Live load reduction for upper floors (as per 3.2, IS:875(Part 2) - 1987) shall not be applied further for mass calculation (7.3.3, IS:1893(Part 1) - 2002)

Seismic Analysis of Multi-storied RC Building

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End of Part - I