Building archetypes are fundamental to exploring and demonstrating the seismic behavior of modern structures. No suitable archetypes or prototypes exist
Author: Ben Schafer
SDII Test Database on Steel Deck in Shear Released
SDII announced today that the first version of its database on the tested performance of steel deck diaphragms is available.
Comprehensive report on tested performance of deck diaphragms released
This comprehensive survey on the tested performance of steel deck diaphragms indicates the expected ductility and overstrength in these critical
Challenges in simplified models for steel deck (updated July 2017)
Structural models of steel deck often cannot include all the details of the deck itself. In the past engineers have
SDII aids in seismic standards development
SDII researchers are assisting on a Building Seismic Safety Council (BSSC) issue team to develop improved standards for seismic design of diaphragms
SDII Researchers win NSF Grant
The NSF has awarded SDII researchers a three year grant to advance innovation in performance of building diaphragms. The project
Web resources for steel deck diaphragms
Engineers interested in further information on steel diaphragms have a number of resources available to them. All of the SDII
Primer on steel deck diaphragms
In 2011 SDII investigators Sabelli and Easterling participated in developing a primer on the seismic design of steel deck diaphragms
Past Performance of Tested Steel Deck Diaphragms
With the help of the Steel Deck Institute, especially John Mattingly, Bob Paul, and Tom Sputo, and the generous collaboration
What is the Steel Diaphragm Innovation Initiative?
The Steel Diaphragm Innovation Initiative (SDII) is a multi-year industry-academic partnership to advance the seismic performance of steel floor and