Seismic behavior of load-bearing and energy-dissipating beam-hinge connections: Parametric study and mechanisms

Key Points

• Seismic behavior of beam-hinge connections is influenced by energy-dissipating mechanisms and loading conditions.
• The study reports enhanced performance with energy-dissipating connections in seismic events, improving stability.
• Analysis includes parametric variations focusing on both load-bearing and energy-dissipating aspects of connections.
• Understanding these mechanisms may enable more resilient structural designs for earthquake-prone areas.