This book introduces readers to the fundamental properties and practical
applications of shape memory alloys (SMAs) from the perspective of
seismic engineering. It objectively discusses the superiority of this
novel class of materials, which could potentially overcome the
limitations of conventional seismic control technologies. The results,
vividly presented in the form of tables and figures, are demonstrated
with rigorous experimental verifications, supplemented by comprehensive
numerical and analytical investigations.
The book allows readers to gain an in-depth understanding of the working
mechanisms of various SMA-based structural devices and members,
including beam-to-column connections, dampers, and braces, while also
providing them with a broader vision of next-generation,
performance-based seismic design for novel adaptive structural systems.
Helping to bridge the gap between material science and structural
engineering, it also sheds light on the potential of commercializing SMA
products in the construction industry. The cutting-edge research
highlighted here provides technical incentives for design professionals,
contractors, and building officials to use high-performance and smart
materials in structural design, helping them stay at the forefront of
construction technology.
