Seismic Analysis of

Multi-storied RC Building
Presented by .
Rahul Leslie
Part - I
Topics Covered:
Aspects of computer modelling
Static analysis as per IS:1893(Part 1)-2002
Dynamic analysis as per IS:1893(Part 1)-
2002
Directional combinations
Miscellaneous points

Seismic Analysis of Multi-storied RC Building
Presented by Rahul Leslie
Topics Covered:
Aspects of computer modelling
Static analysis as per IS:1893(Part 1)-2002
Dynamic analysis as per IS:1893(Part 1)-
2002
Directional combinations
Miscellaneous points

Seismic Analysis of Multi-storied RC Building
Presented by Rahul Leslie
Seismic Analysis of Multi-storied RC Building
Presented by Rahul Leslie
Aspects of Computer Model:
Modelling is done using analysis packages like
STAAD.Pro, STRAP, NISA/Civil, ETABS, etc.

Model contains
Beams
Columns
Shear walls
But not usually
Slabs (except in Flat slab - Shear wall construction)
Masonry wall infills
Stair slabs
Foundation is represented by support points only

Aspects of Computer Model (Cont)
A model must ideally represent the complete three
dimensional (3D) characteristics of the building,
including
geometry
stiffness of various members
supports
load distribution
mass distribution

Seismic Analysis of Multi-storied RC Building
Presented by Rahul Leslie
Beams and columns
Beams and columns are modelled by frame elements
Plinth beams should also be modelled as beams
Slabs are not usually modelled

Seismic Analysis of Multi-storied RC Building
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Supports:
The type of support to be provided is decided by
considering the degree of fixity provided by the
foundation.

Fixed Supports:
Raft foundation: Support to be provided at the column
ends (located at top of the raft)
Pile cap for multiple piles: Support to be provided at the
column ends (located at top of the pile cap)
I solated footing: When it is founded on hard rock, the
column end may be modelled as fixed (located at the top of
the footing)
Single pile: Fixed support of the column is recommended
at a depth of five to ten times the diameter of pile,
depending upon the type of soil, from the top of pile cap.

Seismic Analysis of Multi-storied RC Building
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Supports (cont):
Pinned supports:
I solated footing: Support to be provided at the column
ends, (located at the bottom of the foundation).

Combination of Fixed & Pinned support:
Combined footing: When the footings are adequately
restrained by tie beams, the column ends can be modelled
as fixed in the direction of the beam, but pinned in a
direction perpendicular to it, provided the tie beam is also
modelled.

In General
Engineering judgement must be exercised in modelling the
support
Seismic Analysis of Multi-storied RC Building
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Slabs and Masonry walls
The weight of slabs are distributed, as 2-way load, on
the supporting beams.
The weight of masonry wall is applied as uniform
load on the supporting beam



Seismic Analysis of Multi-storied RC Building
Presented by Rahul Leslie
Slabs and Masonry walls
Since the slabs are not modelled by plate elements, the
structural effect due to their in-plane stiffness (7.7.2.1,
IS:1893(Part 1)-2002) can be taken into account by
using Master/Slave option (STAAD.Pro)
assigning Diaphragm action (ETABS)


Seismic Analysis of Multi-storied RC Building
Presented by Rahul Leslie
Slabs and masonry walls (cont)
Masonry walls have in-plane stiffness that can
influence the behaviour of the building under lateral
load (7.10.2, IS:1893(Part 1)-2002):

Seismic Analysis of Multi-storied RC Building
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Masonry infills are modelled by equivalent diagonal
struts (7.10.2, IS:1893(Part 1)- Proposed Draft)

Slabs and masonry walls (cont)
A dual model approach can be taken
1. one model with equivalent struts
2. other without equivalent struts.
(or use Inactivate Members option in STAAD.Pro)
Maximum forces from either of the case taken for design
However, the weight of the infill walls on the supporting
beams should be considered in both the models.
Seismic Analysis of Multi-storied RC Building
Presented by Rahul Leslie
Shear walls
Structural shear walls and Shear core which are
integrally connected to the frame and floor slabs, can
be modelled by plate elements
Surface elements (STAAD.Pro)
Wall element (ETABS)

Seismic Analysis of Multi-storied RC Building
Presented by Rahul Leslie
Masses to be included:
For dynamic analysis, the effective masses to be
included for analysis are :
Full dead load
0.25 times Imposed Loads having intensity 3 kN/m
2
0.5 times Imposed Loads having intensity > 3 kN/m
2
Imposed Load on roof need not be considered

(7.3.1 & 7.3.2, IS:1893(Part 1)-2002)



Live load reduction for upper floors (as per 3.2,
IS:875(Part 2) - 1987) shall not be applied further for
mass calculation (7.3.3, IS:1893(Part 1) - 2002)

Seismic Analysis of Multi-storied RC Building
Presented by Rahul Leslie
End of Part - I