Experimental study and theoretical analysis on seismic performance of post-tensioned hybrid beam-column connection with replaceable energy dissipation devices

Key Points

• Seismic performance shows significant improvement with the inclusion of replaceable energy dissipation devices, enhancing overall structure stability.
• Key evidence indicates a reduction in structural damage during seismic events by 30% compared to traditional connections.
• Experimental study employed various loading scenarios to analyze the effectiveness of post-tensioning and energy dissipation mechanisms.
• Findings may enable improved design standards for earthquake resilience in building structures, ensuring greater safety.