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International Review of Mechanical Engineering - March 2010 - Papers

 

   

 

 

International Review of Mechanical Engineering - Papers

 

go to top   Taguchi Optimization Method for Surface Roughness and Material Removal Rate in Turning of Ti-6Al-4V ELI
        by G. A. Ibrahim, C. H. Che Haron, J. A. Ghani, H. Arshad

        Vol. 4. n. 3, pp. 216-221

 

Abstract - Taguchi method offers a simple and systematic approach to optimize performance, quality and cost in manufacturing process. Taguchi optimization methodology was applied to optimize cutting parameters in turning of Ti-6Al-4V ELI with coated and uncoated cemented carbide tools. The turning parameters evaluated were cutting speed, feed rate, depth of cut and tool grade, each at three levels. The results of analysis show that the feedrate and type of tool have the most significant effect on the surface roughness with contributions of 47.15% and 38.88% respectively. The optimal condition for the surface roughness was at cutting speed of 95 mm/min, feed rate of 0.15 mm/rev, depth of cut of 0.10 mm and using tool grade of KC9225. Whereas optimum material removal rate was obtained at cutting speed of 75 mm/min, feed rate of 0.25 mm/rev, depth of cut of 0.15 mm and using tool grade of K313.

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Keywords: Taguchi Method, Ti-6Al-4V ELI, Carbide Insert, Surface Roughness, Material Removal Rate.

 


 

go to top   An Experimental Approach of Defining the Distribution Parameter Co in Two-Phase Flow Analysis
        by Vassilis C. Samaras, Dionissios P. Margaris

        Vol. 4. n. 3, pp. 222-227

 

Abstract - The practical importance of the drift-flux model for two-phase flow analysis was the main reason for the study of distribution parameter and drift velocity in slug-churn flow regimes. Formulating two-phase problems in terms of the drift-flux model, in which the motion of the whole mixture is expressed by the mixture-momentum equation and the relative motion between phases is taken into account by a kinematic constitutive equation, reduces the difficulties associated with a two-fluid model.
The scope of a previous paper was to present a correlation between the homogeneous flow theory and the drift-flux model through experimental data from two-phase air-lift pump installations. Homogeneous flow theory was used for a first prediction of the air-lift pump performance and a first calculation of the void fraction was achieved. By using the drift-flux model a void fraction calculation followed from the available experimental data. The ratio of these two void fraction calculations, called correction factor CoSM, was used for the precise prediction of the liquid superficial velocity and the air-lift pump operation curve. The good agreement between corrected values and experimental data led to the conclusion that the proposed expressions of the correction factor CoSM constitute a very good tool for a more precise prediction of the operational behaviour of an air-lift pump installation.
In this paper an indirect method of calculating a modified distribution parameter Co* is proposed, related with this research field.

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Keywords: Fluid Mechanics, Mass Transfer, Two-phase Flow, Voidage, Drift-flux Model, Air-lift Pump, Distribution Paramete.

 


 

go to top   Comparative Study of an Alternative Magnetic Field on the Tribological Behaviour of Ferromagnetic/Ferromagnetic and
Non-Ferromagnetic/Ferromagnetic Couples

 
        by A. Mekroud, A. Bouchoucha, H. Zaidi

        Vol. 4. n. 3, pp. 228-232

 

Abstract - The thermomechanical behaviour and the characterization of two material couples ferromagnetic/ferromagnetic and non ferromagnetic/ferromagnetic in a sliding contact subjected to an alternative magnetic field were studied.
By using a tribometer pin-disc, the tests in the dry friction and wear were carried out (steel XC48/steel XC48 and aluminium/steel XC 48) according to the intensity of the magnetic field under various normal loads for a constant relative sliding speed. The presence of the magnetic field around the tribocontact, steel against steel, modifies its tribological behaviour. It leads to a stabilization of friction and a significant reduction in the wear rate. For the material couple, aluminium/steel, one also attends a stabilization of friction, but wear is relatively higher in comparison with the first couple. These tribological differences in behaviour result from the modification of the nature of the contact by the magnetic field. To compare these differences, we analyzed the influence of three principal parameters: the oxidation of surfaces of contact by the magnetic field, the role of the third body, the structural modifications of surfaces of materials in contact.
The oxidation of surfaces, due to the presence of the magnetic field, is determinited by the parameter in these results. This phenomenon is favoured particularly by the rate of oxidation which depends on the temperature reached at the interface. Moreover, many factors are to be taken into account in the comprehension of this phenomenon especially the physico-chemical reactivity of surfaces of magnetized ferromagnetic steel contact, the increase in the temperature of metal by the Foucault currents, etc. The oxide film thus formed and the active particles of wear thus reduce the force of shearing at the interface. They play a protective role in the slipping dry contact and modify the mode of wear from severe to the light one. The characterization of worn material is demonstrated by the hardening of the surface of contact and the modification of the crystalline texture of material under the effect of the magnetic field and the surface embrittlement.
The discussion of the results obtained is based essentially on observations with scanning electron microscope (S.E.M) of the used faces, analysis by X-ray diffraction (θ-2θ) (XRD) of the particles wear
.

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Keywords: Friction, Wear, Magnetic Field, Oxidation, Third Body, Oxide Film, Texture.

 


 

go to top   Effect of Solution Treatment on Fatigue Crack Propagation Behaviour of Magnesium Alloy
 
        by M. A. M. Daud, Z. Sajuri, J. Syarif, M. Z. Omar

        Vol. 4. n. 3, pp. 238-243

 

Abstract - An investigation on the effect of solution treatment on fatigue crack propagation (FCP) behaviour of AZ61 magnesium alloy was carried out. A centre cracked plate tension (CCT) specimen was prepared from an extruded cylindrical AZ61 magnesium alloy rod. The solution treatment was performed at 400oC for one hour to get homogeneous solid solution before quench in water. The FCP test was conducted in a laboratory air environment under a constant amplitude sinusoidal loading with a stress ratio of 0.1 and a frequency of 10 Hz. The FCP curve for solution treated samples was then compared to that of the extruded AZ61 magnesium alloy. Results showed that solution treatment shifted the FCP curve to the left and demonstrated a lower fatigue crack propagation resistance at the high stress intensity region. The threshold value was recorded at 0.91 MPa√m..

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Keywords: Fatigue Crack Propagation, Solution Treatment, Threshold Value, Magnesium Alloy.

 


 

go to top   Improving Volumetric Efficiency using Intake Valve Lift and Timing Optimization in SI Engine
 
        by Ahmad Ghazimirsaied, Seyed Ali Jazayeri, Amir H Shamekhi
        Vol. 4. n. 3, pp. 244-252

 

Abstract - In internal combustion engines valve events and timings are among the most important parameters which have a major influence on the volumetric efficiency and engine's performance. Variable valve timing (VVT) provides improvements in engine efficiency and performance by changing the valve lift and timing as a function of engine operating conditions. In this paper the obtained results by using the mathematical simulation pattern are presented by Simulating a VVT engine operation and load control through the inlet valve. Different degrees of Freedom for a variable intake profile such as variable intake duration and variable valve lift are considered and evaluated concerning their potential to optimize intake-lift profile for maximum volumetric efficiency over the whole engine speed range. Using camless valvetrain strategy, improvement in fuel economy as well as an increase in intake air charge is found throughout the engine map with the largest benefits arising from low speed operating conditions. The system offers a continuously variable and independent control of virtually all parameters of valve motion. This permits optimization of valve events for each operating condition without any compromise. In this paper we describe a phenomenological model for an unthrottled operation of a camless intake process in a spark-ignited (SI) engine. Initially the cylinder breathing dynamics is modeled and results are validated with experimental data of a conventional engine with a cam-driven valve profile during unthrottled operation. Then we determine the most optimized intake valve profile and timing in order to have the best volumetric efficiency and improved operation for each operating condition based on the existing model through numerical techniques.

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Keywords: Optimization, SI engine, Variable valve timing, Volumetric Efficiency.

 


 

go to top   Computer-Aided FEM to Analyze the Composite Materials for Replacing with Steel in Crane Structure
 
        by Daryoush Safarzadeh, Shamsuddin Sulaiman, Faieza Abdul Aziz, Desa Bin Ahmad, Gholam Hossein Majzoobi

        Vol. 4. n. 3, pp. 233-237

 

Abstract - In this research, the practicability of substituting the composite materials with steel in crane structure was studied by computer -aided finite element analysis. Three composite materials were compared to steel through stress analyses of crane components. The analyses were performed in identical circumstances with the same loads applied to the components .The criterion to compare the strength of components was based on the factor of safety (FOS). Results show that the entire corresponding composite materials have the higher FOS-to weight ratio than steel but among them, glass epoxy has the highest FOS- to weight ratio and can be appropriate substitute for steel in crane structure.

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Keywords: Composite Materials, Crane, Factor Of Safety, Finite Element Analyses, Steel.

 


 

go to top   The Effect of Injection Parameter on the Transport of Turbulence for High Reynolds Number Circular Cylinder Flows
 
        by T. F. Oda

        Vol. 4. n. 3, pp. 253-269

 

Abstract - The flow around circular cylinder especially near the wake of a cylinder will have a remarkable interest in the industrial applications like flow around bluff bodies. The use of injection parameter concept to explain the link between the vortices generation, dissipation with the mean motion. The injection parameter will help to highlight the coupling between organized motion and the small scale eddies. The injection parameter extracted from a new generic pressure gradient equations, which it will be formulated as a function of Magnus forces of fluid flow and its gradients. The pressure gradient equation will be the key for solving the momentum equations. A new turbulence model will solve the momentum equations using a turbulence closure of Reynolds stresses components equations. The Reynolds stresses components will be expressed as a function of Magnus forces of fluid flow and its gradients. The numerical solutions using the new turbulence model will be compared to experimental results in order to explain the flow behavior near the wake and downstream of circular cylinder flow.

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Keywords: Turbulent Flow, High Reynolds Number, Flow Around Cylinder, Turbulence Modeling.

 


 

go to top   Numerical Investigation of Natural Convection in Square Cavity with a Wavy Wall Using Fractional Step Method on Unstructured Triangular Meshes
         by D. Becheri, A. Belkacem, A. Touhami, O. Hami

        Vol. 4. n. 3, pp. 270-280

 

Abstract - This paper presents the simulation of laminar natural Convection in square cavity with a wavy wall. The cavity consists of one wavy wall and three straight walls. Two vertical walls kept isothermal and one of them is wavy (right). Two horizontal walls are considered adiabatic. The governing equation in primitive variables (u,v,p,T) are solved numerically using an implicit fractional step method. The current method was developed for use on an unstructured grid made up of triangles. The basic principles of this method are that the evaluation of the time into intermediate steps. Result are presented in the form of local and main Nusselt number distributions for various Rayleigh number and for Prandtl number 0.71.streamlines and isothermal lines are also presented for different values of amplitude.
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Keywords: Natural Convection, Laminar Flow, 2D Modeling, Implicit Fractional Step Method, Unstructured Grid Made Up of Triangles, Wavy Wall, Amplitude.

 


 

go to top   Semi-Empirical Method for Computing Heat and Mass Transfer During Drying of Hygroscopic Porous Media
         by L. Remache, A. Belhamri

        Vol. 4. n. 3, pp. 281-287

 

Abstract - The paper introduces an efficient computational tool for predicting the convective drying behavior of capillary porous, hygroscopic materials. This ability is forecasting the drying behavior is an important prerequisite for the prompt and cost efficient optimization are the enhancement of product quality, better process control, more efficient use of the drying equipment and the reduction energy utilization. In this study, measurements are carried out for concrete reinforced with wood chips CRWC and concrete and we are established experimentally correlations for heat transfer calculation.
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Keywords: Thermal Conductivity, Drying, Heat Transfer, Porous Material, Building Material.

 


 

go to top   Experimental Study of a Thermal Plume Evolving in a Vertical Heated Canal: Influence of the Temperature of the Plume Source
         by Adel Gammoudi, Jamil Zinoubi, Rejeb Ben Maad

        Vol. 4. n. 3, pp. 288-296

 

Abstract - The influence of the plume source temperature in the structure of a thermal plume evolving in a heated vertical canal has been studied. For that an experimental apparatus comprising a rectangular source was placed at the entrance of a vertical canal of a rectangular section open at both ends on quiet environment of uniform temperature. The thermal plume generated by a heated source is added to a thermosiphon flow that develops at the walls of the canal. A visualization by laser plane has shown that the system was fed from the bottom through by three fresh air nets, the existence of a hot envelope just above the source and also three different zones of flow as has been noted in previous work on cylindrical geometry. The study of the thermal and dynamics fields, performed by hot wire and constant current anemometry, has shown that, contrary to previous work, the blocking of the lateral extension of the plume to the sides of the canal is not observed, the existence of three areas already observed by flow visualization for all the temperatures of the source studied. Moreover, the increase of the temperature of the source allows a larger lateral transport, improves flow rate of the flow and intensifies heat transfer.
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Keywords: Thermal Plume, Plume Interaction Thermosiphon, Flatness and Skewness Factors.

 


 

go to top   Simulation of Laminar Natural Convective Heat Transfer in a Three-Dimensional Rectangular Enclosure
         by L. Ben Snoussi, R. Chouikh, R. Abid

        Vol. 4. n. 3, pp. 297-304

 

Abstract - This paper deals with the numerical solution of laminar natural convection in a three-dimensional enclosure with one side walls maintained at constant temperature and cooled from ceiling, while the other four end walls are adiabatic. The simulation tools that we used in this paper are the finite volume software FLUENT, and its accompanying mesh generation software GAMBIT. Steady state solutions have been obtained for different aspect ratios: 0.25, 0.5, 1 and 2 for Rayleigh numbers ranging from 103 to 106. The predicted temperature and velocity profiles as well as the mean Nusselt number were presented and discussed. Good agreement has been obtained.
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Keywords: Natural Convection; Heat Transfer; Two-Dimensional Enclosure; Three-Dimensional Enclosure.

 


 

go to top   Contribution to the Analysis of Dynamics Comportment for Structural of Elements Machine’s
         by A. Lagred, M. Labaiz, A. Amirat, T. Bahi, A. Laabaci

        Vol. 4. n. 3, pp. 305-309

 

Abstract - This paper presents an experimental study on vibratory behaviour of a machine tool type lathe standard CN ALMO 50. When cutting, the appearance of vibrations is inevitable. Once the amplitude exceeds the allowable tolerance, these vibrations are a major obstacle to the research for high productivity and better quality of machined parts. In this work is highlighted the problem of vibrations reported to machine tools: its origins, its consequences, solutions and direction of current research, methods and ways to measure its importance. The obtained results are exposed in the study and they show that the gear box is the origin of the majority of these vibrations. Moreover the spindle speed controls the level of the vibrations which is rather marked in the case absolute vibrations. For the studied case, we show that the zone of resonance is reached for a speed of 1000 rev min-1. It is found that the gear box and the tool holder vibrate in phase with appreciably equal amplitude ratio of the relative to the absolute vibrations is stabilized between 125 to 500 rev min-1 and decreases drastically for 1000 rev min-1.
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Keywords: Vibration, Experimentation, Machine Tools, Frequencies.

 


 

go to top   Simple Methods to Investigate Free Vibration of Isotropic and Orthotropic Thin Rectangular Plate with Non-Homogenous Supports
         by T. Benmansour, A. Sekhri

        Vol. 4. n. 3, pp. 310-321

 

Abstract - In this investigation the problem of evaluating approximate frequency for isotropic and orthotropic plates is done, based on the general formula of Hearmon. It is proposed here to calculate the fundamental mode of isotropic and orthotropic plates with two non-homogenous supports (cases: SCSC & SSCC). For the higher mode of modal frequency, a particular form of the method of Rayleigh is used leading to a simple procedure for calculating the fundamental frequency. A new simple and qualitative method is proposed and has permitted a good strategy to evaluate the quality of results obtained. In order to verify the precision of the proposed qualitative method, a confrontation with finite element method using ANSYS software was done. The complementary utilization of Hearmon’s principle and the qualitative method has also permitted a successful advance in evaluating higher modes. This combined procedure gives a strategy of a vibratory analysis of isotropic and orthotropic plates; it permits the satisfaction of the preliminary conception needs of the structure to be studied, and also provides a qualitative method for expertise and investigation of dynamical responses. In all cases, the dynamic investigation is based on some evaluation criteria such as: limit conditions effect, plate dimensions ratio effect, material effect and mode number effect.
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Keywords: Free Vibration, Rectangular Thin Plate, Isotropic-Orthotropic, Circular Frequency, Nodal Lines Position, Qualitative Analysis Method, Rayleigh Method, Finite Element Method.

 


 

go to top   Homogenisation Approach for Linear Free Dynamic Analysis of Energy Dissipative Multilayered Beams: Application to Mirror Symmetry Bernoulli Beams
         by T. Benmansour, K. Bensmail

        Vol. 4. n. 3, pp. 322-329

 

Abstract - From known theoretical developments, in the field of dynamics of homogeneous beams, Euler Bernoulli (case of slender beams), two homogenisation approaches of composite beams are developed, the fist, based on equivalent physical characteristics (approach I) while the second is based on the equivalent mechanic-geometrical characteristics (approach II). The equations of free motion and/or forced, are established and the responses in terms of natural frequencies of vibration and/or dumping factors of Rayleigh, taking into account different boundary conditions, are obtained. For confirmation, the two approaches results are compared with those obtained from a finite element modelisation approach.
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Keywords: Composite, Vibration, Multilayered Beam, Homogenisation, Global Equivalent Physical Properties, Global Equivalent Mechanical-Geometrical Properties, Rayleigh Dumping Factor, Linear Response Spectrum.

 


 

go to top   A Meta-Heuristics for the Flexible Manufacturing System Problem
        by Khaldouna Zahia, Djeghaba Messaoud

        Vol. 4. n. 3, pp. 330-335

 

Abstract - This paper describes optimization of process planning in flexible manufacturing systems (FMSs). The FMS can be described as an integrated manufacturing system consisting of machines, robots, and conveyor. While FMSs give great advantages through the flexibility, FMSs pose complex problems of job scheduling and machine assignment on a flexible machining equipped with multiple parallel machines in a tool-sharing environment. Under these circumstances, authors have attempted to model the problem with the objective of simultaneously minimizing makespan. Furthermore, a set of realistic constraints has been included in the investigation. A metaheuristic has been developed to solve the problem, and performance results show that metaheuristic is an appropriate solution.

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Keywords: Piloting, Optimization, Petri Nets, Genetic Algorithm, Simulates Annealing.

 


 

go to top   Digital Manufacturing – Integration and Collaborative Industrial Automation Approach
        by Mauro S. Cáceres, Ricardo A. Castillo, João M. Rosário

        Vol. 4. n. 3, pp. 336-345

 

Abstract - This paper presents an approach to apply Digital Manufacturing - PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) techniques using them as support in collaborative automation projects design and implementation. This work proposes a general methodology to be used in Collaborative Projects, Research and Case Studies development, showing some of the supported by Mechatronics and used in Digital Manufacturing - PLM tools within an Interactive systematic that allow a proper environment where engineers and technologists can develop professional skills. The evaluation of this methodology is done through three case studies: Collaborative Design Automation, Implementation Methodology, Project and Implementation of Modeling and Architecture for Supervision and Control.

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Keywords: Digital Manufacturing, Product Lifecycle Management - PLM, Mechatronics, Professional Education.

 


 

go to top   Prioritizing the Pipeline Maintenance Approach Using Analytical Hierarchical Process
        by Nasir Shafiq, Silvianita

        Vol. 4. n. 3, pp. 346-352

 

Abstract - There is a number of cases reported for pipeline failures both in onshore and offshore situation. In order to minimize such failure, there is a need to clearly understand the failure mechanisms, governing factors and further analysis of data can determine the cause and extent of failure. In this study Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) was used to determine the risk factor for pipeline failure of the chosen system. AHP provides the multiple criteria scoring results based on expert judgement for prioritizing the pipeline maintenance strategy. For this case study two pipelines networks administered by two different operators, the first one in Malaysia and the other one in Indonesia were chosen. From the analysis of the data obtained by interviewing the pipeline engineers from Malaysia operator, it was obtained that highest risk factor i.e. 41.7% for pipeline failure involved internal corrosion; the other factors in descending order are internal erosion, external impacts, external corrosion, free span and on-bottom stability. From the analysis of Indonesian pipeline, failure due to system operation involved the highest risk factor i.e. 34.7%; other factors are design index, maintenance, and third party index.

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Keywords: Petroleum Pipelines, Risk analysis, Analytical Hierarchy process, Sensitivity Analysis.

 


 

go to top   A Kinematic and Dynamic Model of the Human Upper Extremity
        by G. Mansour, S. Mitsi, K. D. Bouzakis

        Vol. 4. n. 3, pp. 353-357

 

Abstract - In this paper a kinematic and dynamic model of the human upper extremity is developed. The human upper extremity is modelled as a spatial mechanism with seven degrees of freedom. The input motions are the flexion-extension, abduction-adduction and external-internal rotation of the arm with respect to shoulder, the flexion-extension and pronation-supination of the elbow and the wrist flexion-extension and abduction-adduction motion. The developed model allows to simulate the upper extremity movement and to determine the input torques and joint forces under different loads. These results can be used for the detection of dangerous movements of a patient having orthopaedic problems or for the design of prosthetic devices.

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Keywords: Dynamical Model, Joint Forces, Kinematics, Simulation, Upper Extremity Model.

 


 

go to top   Beta-Pdf Approach for Large-Eddy Simulation of Non-Premixed Turbulent Combustion
        by Fethi Bouras, Azeddine Soudani, Mohamed Si-Ameur

        Vol. 4. n. 3, pp. 358-363

 

Abstract - We present a numerical simulation of a CH4/air reacting coaxial jet confined in a cylindrical combustion chamber. This study focuses on non-premixed turbulent flame. The simulation, performed by Fluent software, is based on the coupling between Beta-PDF approach and LES-WALE model subgrid-scale. The numerical validation is confirmed by comparisons of predictions results and reference experimental data, Spadaccini et al. (1976). It showed that a good agreement and reliable statistically predictions against experimental data.

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Keywords:  Non-premixed turbulent combustion; Large eddy simulation; Joint scalar PDF; CFD.

 


 

go to top  Application of the Noniterative Spectral Method to Nonlinear Systems for Structural Seismic Design; a Case Study
        by Mohammed Sammouda, Abdellah El Hammoumi, Kamal Gueraoui1,, Mohammed Kerroum, Abdelhak Ghouli, Mohammed Cherraj, Aomar Iben Brahim, Azelarab El Mouraouah, Mohamed Kasmi, Abdelouahed Birouk

        Vol. 4. n. 3, pp. 364-369

 

Abstract - The objective of this paper is the application of a new non-iterative spectral method to nonlinear systems for the design or verification of seismic structures subjected to seismic action. This method uses a direct design procedure based on the displacements method, in which the maximal allowed displacement and the building vulnerability are initially defined, instead of sizing on the basis of the method of forces, usually adopted by seismic codes.
This method is applied in the design of a supermarket building within the city of Rabat, Morocco. The Morocco seismic code RPS2000 imposes a 5 cm joint between adjacent buildings thus, limiting the buildings maximum allowed displacement to 2.5 cm. Based on this displacement limit and on the building spectral capacity curve, we have chosen the building ductility for a 2.5cm displacement at the performance point.

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Keywords:  Capacity Curve, Capacity Spectrum, Performance Point, Fragility Curves, Risk Assessment, Vulnerability.

 


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