Kobe 1995
Repair/strengthening Strengthening of the ruptured column (note the weld). This is only a temporary solution since it introduces an abrupt stiffness change.
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Kobe 1995
Detail Welded joints between cold-formed square tube columns and H-shaped beams fractured.
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Kobe 1995
Detail Large ground deformations on the artificial island.
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Bovec 1998
Detail Separation of stone walls in an untied masonry building.
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Kobe 1995
Social-economic Precious space under the elevated railway is used for retail stores. Deck is supported by cantilever columns inside the stores (not seen).
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