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Title: Comparison of Nonlinear Model Results Using Modified Recorded and Synthetic Ground Motions

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OSTI ID:1034790

A study has been performed that compares results of nonlinear model runs using two sets of earthquake ground motion time histories that have been modified to fit the same design response spectra. The time histories include applicable modified recorded earthquake ground motion time histories and synthetic ground motion time histories. The modified recorded earthquake ground motion time histories are modified from time history records that are selected based on consistent magnitude and distance. The synthetic ground motion time histories are generated using appropriate Fourier amplitude spectrums, Arias intensity, and drift correction. All of the time history modification is performed using the same algorithm to fit the design response spectra. The study provides data to demonstrate that properly managed synthetic ground motion time histories are reasonable for use in nonlinear seismic analysis.

Research Organization:
Idaho National Lab. (INL), Idaho Falls, ID (United States)
Sponsoring Organization:
DOE - NE
DOE Contract Number:
DE-AC07-05ID14517
OSTI ID:
1034790
Report Number(s):
INL/CON-10-20691; TRN: US1201046
Resource Relation:
Conference: SMiRT 21 - 21st International Conference on Structural Mechanics in Reactor Technology,India Habitat Centre, New Delhi, India,11/06/2011,11/11/2011
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English