Evaluation of Torsional Single Story Structure During Earthquake According to Canadian provision

In this article, we tried to emphasis in how the range of torsionally stiff and flexible single story buildings works. The designed base was according to provisions of the Canadian standard, 2005 NBCC. The behavior of nonlinear dynamic time history of eight building models subjected to seven horizontal bi-directional ground motions compatible with design spectra are investigated. These models cover a wide range of torsionally stiff to flexible buildings. Response parameters are element ductility demand and building story drift ratio. These criteria are appropriate indices for structural and nonstructural damages, respectively. This investigation shows that the linear static and dynamic analysis of building codes such as the 2005 NBCC and its framework are not generally adequate for structures with extremely low torsional stiffness. The provisions in mentioned codes and its framework are able to limit ductility demand, but they do not limit drift to the allowable level for extremely torsional structure.

Keywords:

Ductility , Torsion , National Building Code of Canada (NBCC) , Non-linear dynamic analysis , Story drift ratio , Performance level