Analysis of Structural and Seismic Performance of Building Structures

Dear Colleagues,

Many buildings around the world are reaching or have already exceeded their nominal life. Years of ageing, material fatigue, and the accumulation of minor changes have contributed to both structural and seismic vulnerabilities. Heritage buildings, while invaluable for their cultural and historical significance, often show even greater weaknesses. At the same time, recent seismic events, such as the 2023 Türkiye earthquake, have underscored the susceptibility of modern reinforced concrete structures. Inadequate seismic design, poor detailing practices, and construction deficiencies have been shown to significantly compromise their performance. In countries prone to earthquakes, these issues make safety an even more important concern.

Recent earthquakes across the globe have highlighted the critical importance of employing robust analytical, computational, and experimental approaches to identify and mitigate structural risks. In this context, the Special Issue “Analysis of Structural and Seismic Performance of Building Structures” in Buildings brings together research and practical solutions to better understand, protect, and strengthen the built environment.

We welcome researchers from around the world to submit their latest findings, including (but not limited to) the following:

• New methods for analyzing and understanding the behaviour of building structures;
• Advances in computational simulations and experimental testing to enhance the accuracy of numerical models;
• Innovative structural and seismic retrofitting techniques and materials for building structures and their components;
• Multi-hazard and performance-based seismic assessment frameworks that integrate various risk factors;
• Strategies for protecting buildings of cultural or historical value, ensuring the preservation of heritage architecture;
• Soil-structure interaction effects and their influence on building stability and seismic performance.

By bringing together diverse perspectives and state-of-the-art methodologies, this Special Issue aims to provide a comprehensive overview of current trends and future directions for improving the structural and seismic performance of buildings.

We warmly invite researchers and practitioners from both academia and industry to share their expertise and latest results.

Sincerely,

Dr. María Victoria Requena García de la Cruz
Dr. Madalena Ponte
Guest Editors

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