Study on the RC Frame with the Partial Infill Wall in Pushover Analysis

Abstract

The short column effect is a major contributor to structural failure during seismic events. However, while most investigations concentrate on its influence on external walls, it also causes damage to interior walls. This underscores the significance of exploring interior wall damage due to this effect. This study involves four variations of RC frames with infill walls, analyzed using the Pushover method within the SAP 2000 software. The Pushover analysis vividly portrays the behavior and performance of interior wall systems. A comprehensive comparison of metrics like base shear, column shear force, and plastic hinge behavior underscores the pivotal role of interior walls in the entire structure, accentuating the necessity of delving into interior wall research.