The Influence of Soil Flexibility on Structural Seismic Behavior
Abstract
The dynamic behavior of buildings during earthquakes is deeply influenced by the interaction
between the structure and the supporting soil. This work investigates the influence of soil-structure interaction
(SSI) on the seismic behavior of 3-, 6-, and 9-story reinforced concrete moment-resisting frames designed in
accordance with the Algerian seismic code RPA99 (Version 2003). The numerical analyses are carried out using
the FLAC2D software, where the soil is modeled as a homogeneous profile with elastic perfectly plastic
behavior, and the structural components remain within the linear elastic domain. Two scenarios are compared: a
fixed-base model and a flexible-base model that accounts for SSI effects. The frames are subjected to three
recorded ground motions. The comparison is made in terms of spectral acceleration, top lateral displacements,
and base shear. The results indicate that SSI modifies the dynamic response of structures and can induce
resonance effects that amplify structural response, highlighting the necessity of considering these phenomena in
seismic design.
References
- Outayeb, S., Louadj, S., & Louzai, A. (2025). The influence of soil flexibility on structural seismic behavior. The Eurasia Proceedings of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (EPSTEM), 34, 244-252.
Details
| Primary Language | English |
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| Subjects | Classical Physics (Other) |
| Journal Section | Articles |
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| Early Pub Date | August 1, 2025 |
| Publication Date | August 1, 2025 |
| Submission Date | February 27, 2025 |
| Acceptance Date | April 3, 2025 |
| Published in Issue | Year 2025 Volume: 34 |
