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Applied Science International, LLC (ASI) offers structural engineering software and services to solve a variety of design and analysis challenges. We specialize in structural design software for light steel framing (cold formed steel) and structural analysis software for blast, progressive collapse, seismic, and wind.
Structural Engineering Blog
Applied Science International, LLC (ASI) offers structural engineering software and services to solve a variety of design and analysis challenges. We specialize in structural design software for light steel framing (cold formed steel) and structural analysis software for blast, progressive collapse, seismic, and wind. Subscribe to our blog to keep up to date on the latest software features, services, publications and projects from ASI.
Seismic Debris Field for Collapsed RC Moment Resisting Frame Buildings
Abstract: The debris field of earthquake-induced building collapse can block or reduce the capacity of adjacent sidewalks and roads, hinder emergency and evacuation operations, and therefore adversely influence the seismic resilience of a community. To consider the...
Progressive Collapse Assessment of Precast Prestressed Reinforced Concrete Beams Using Applied Element Method
Abstract: Due to the repetitive progressive collapse events, it became necessity to form theories of designs against those cases of loadings. Prestressed reinforced concrete elements become widely used in construction field due to various properties that contribute to...
Progressive Collapse Assessment of Precast Prestressed Reinforced Concrete Beams Using Applied Element Method
Abstract: Due to the repetitive progressive collapse events, it became necessity to form theories of designs against those cases of loadings. Prestressed reinforced concrete elements become widely used in construction field due to various properties that contribute to...
ELS Most Suitable to Predict Debris Heaps According to EC Study
Deliverable 3.2 Summary Report Report on Model Enhancement and Validation Cases was just released. The report identifies the promising of the capabilities of Extreme Loading for Structures (ELS) to be used in disaster response situations to accurately predict...
Simulation of the Dynamic Response of Steel Moment Frames following Sudden Column Loss. Experimental Calibration of the Numerical Model and Application
Significant research effort has been devoted in recent years to the evaluation of the capacity of steel frame structures to resist progressive collapse after sudden column loss. Due to the complex load-structure interaction and material behaviour, it can be very...
Lighter Better Faster Stronger Training Series
Join us for the Lighter Better Faster Stronger Training Series, February 19-22, 2018 in Orlando, FL. Come for one or both sessions. Certificate of completion provided for PDH self reporting with 12 hours for each session. PRESENTED BY: The Steel...
Demolition Simulation Technology Used to Save Lives in Urban Search & Rescue
Watch Dr. Ahmed Amir Khalil’s presentation on the use of ASI’s Demolition Simulation Technology to save lives during Urban Search and Rescue Operations at the 2017 World Demolition Summit in Florida. [embedded content] Bio: Dr. Khalil is a...
Seismic Vulnerability Assessment Of “Sion Cathedral” (Switzerland): An Integrated Approach To Detect And Evaluate Local Collapse Mechanisms In Heritage Buildings
Seismic assessment of existing heritage buildings remains a challenging task. There is a high level of complexity and uncertainty compared with the assessment of standard buildings. Heritage masonry churches are usually prone to partial collapses during earthquake due...
Usefulness of ambient-vibration measurements for seismic assessment of existing structures
A large number of buildings in regions with low to medium seismic hazard have been designed without considering earthquake actions. Retrofitting of all buildings that fail to meet modern code requirements is economically, technically and environmentally...
New: StiffClip® PLC – Panel Lift Clip
The StiffClip® PLC (panel lift clip) assists with lifting and placing assembled wall panels with an overhead crane. Clip attaches to stud within panel with approved fasteners, extending through the top track to allow cables to be threaded through the...
Establishing a Predictive Method for Blast Induced Masonry Debris Distribution Using Experimental and Numerical Methods
When subjected to blast loading, fragments ejected by concrete or masonry structures present a number of potential hazards. Airborne fragments pose a high risk of injury and secondary damage, with the resulting debris field causing major obstructions. The capability...
New: DriftTrak® Headed Stud
DriftTrak® Headed Stud saves the time and expense of installing DriftTrak after the concrete slab has been poured, by integrating it directly into the slab before pouring. The headed studs come preinstalled to the DriftTrak and function as the attachment to the...
Seismic Performance Evaluation of Masonry Infilled Reinforced Concrete Buildings Utilizing Verified Masonry Properties in Applied Element Method
Present study aims on evaluating the seismic performances of existing Masonry Infilled Reinforced Concrete (MIRC) buildings commonly found in many South and Southeast Asian countries utilizing appropriate masonry properties in Applied Element Method (AEM) models....
INACHUS Project – Pilot 2
The second INACHUS field test, held on May 31st 2017 in Lyon, France, demonstrated the project’s Wide Area Surveillance solutions and Collapse Modelling tools to an audience of more than 16 end users specialised in USAR operations and structural engineers...
SteelSmart System 7.5 Released!
We’re happy to announce the release of SteelSmart System Version 7.5! We’ve made a number of great improvements including the optimization of several modules to make designing cold formed steel structures easier as well as the addition...
Applied Element Method Simulation of Experimental Failure Modes in RC Shear Walls
With the continuous evolution of the numerical methods and the availability of advanced constitutive models, it became a common practice to use complex physical and geometrical nonlinear numerical analyses to estimate the structural behavior of reinforced concrete...
Extreme Loading for Structures – Version 5.0 Released!
We’re happy to announce the release of Extreme Loading for Structures (ELS) Version 5.0! We’ve made a number of great improvements in this release. Contact your ASI sales representative to download the new version. Below is a sampling of...
Structures Congress 2017: New Methodology of Designing for ATFP Using Modified Alternate Load Path Method
Visit ASI Engineers as they present on the proposal of a new methodology to design against disproportionate collapse for critical buildings that must be operational after a terrorist attack. The disproportionate collapse analysis uses the alternate path method where...