Seismic force modification factors for the proposed 2005 edition of the National Building Code of Canada

• DOI: 10.1139/l02-111
• Publication Date: 2003-09-11T19:38:19Z
• Authors: Denis Mitchell; Robert Tremblay; Erol Karacabeyli; Patrick Paultre; Murat Saatcioglu; Donald L Anderson
• Keywords: Building code; Seismic loading; Code (set theory); Ductility (Earth science); Seismic resistance

This paper describes the proposed changes to 2005 edition of National Building Code Canada related force modification factors. A description ductility- and overstrength-related factors is given. The selection values for these two various seismic resistance systems given in light design detailing provisions that are specified Canadian Standards Association standards steel, concrete, timber, masonry building structures.Key words: buildings, ductility, earthquakes, factors, overstrength, seismic.