June 29, 2023
The ASSET Group showcased their cutting-edge research at the esteemed Canadian Conference-Pacific Conference on Earthquake Engineering 2023, held in Vancouver. The conference provided a platform for the group’s exceptional researchers, including Chadia Uwamahoro, Mahya Moghadasi, Amiri, Saeed Dehghani, Dr. Mohammad Hosain Ahmadi, and Dr. Fawad Najam, to present their groundbreaking work.
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Three compelling papers were presented, each contributing valuable insights to the field of seismic engineering:
1. “Seismic Provisions of Precast Concrete Shear Walls,” presented by Chadia Uwamahoro on behalf of herself and co-author Lisa Tobber. The paper delved into seismic provisions for precast concrete shear walls, a crucial aspect of earthquake-resistant design.
2. “Structural Parametric Study on Seismic Response and Higher Mode Effects Mitigation of Unbonded Post-Tensioned Precast Walls,” presented by Mahya Moghadasi. The research, co-authored by Mohammad H. Ahmadi, Fawad A. Najam, Saeed Dehghani, and Lisa Tobber, focused on a detailed parametric study to mitigate higher mode effects in unbonded post-tensioned precast walls, a significant contribution to enhancing seismic resilience.
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3. “Review and Analysis of Codes and Experimental Tests for Steel and Steel-Reinforced Coupling Beam: Advancing Canadian Design,” presented by Amirhossain Amiri. The paper, co-authored by Lisa Tobber, offered a comprehensive review and analysis of codes and experimental tests, driving advancements in Canadian design practices for steel and steel-reinforced coupling beams.
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