Concrete provides considerable compressive strength and, if reinforced properly, can withstand flexure and shear caused by seismic activity. But, in seismic design, too much of a good thing can in some cases be detrimental. For concrete, a higher strength can contribute to brittleness. Brittle structures often perform less than optimally during seismic events. While there are several approaches to improve…
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