Evaluating the Seismic Performance of Circular Concrete-Encased Steel Bridge Columns for High Seismicity Regions
This research evaluates the seismic resilience of lifeline bridge columns in Vancouver, British Columbia, by comparing traditional reinforced concrete (RC) columns with an equivalent circular concrete-encased steel (CES) system. Designed to meet the stringent performance-based requirements of CSA S6-25 and the BC Minis...