Design and Analysis of G+4 Building with Ductile Detailing

Year : 2025 | Volume : 12 | Issue : 02 | Page : 1 9
    By

    Pranjal Maher,

  • Amruta Chopde,

  • Shubham Paradhe,

  • Shaikh Md Yasin,

Abstract

This study presents the structural design and analysis of a G+4 residential building, with a specific focus on ductile detailing to enhance seismic performance. Ductility plays a crucial role in enabling structures to absorb and dissipate energy during seismic events, thereby minimizing structural damage and improving safety. The project emphasizes key reinforcement strategies such as beam-column junction detailing and confining reinforcement, which are critical to preventing brittle failures and improving overall structural integrity. To ensure a comprehensive evaluation, the project utilizes industry-standard software tools including AutoCAD for architectural planning, ETABS for structural modelling and load analysis, and RCDC for detailed reinforcement and design calculations. The process begins with developing an accurate building layout in AutoCAD, followed by importing the plan into ETABS for three-dimensional modelling. Various loading conditions such as dead loads, live loads, and seismic forces are applied to assess the structural response under realistic scenarios. Special attention is given to the beam-column joint regions, where enhanced reinforcement techniques are employed to effectively transfer loads and improve joint ductility. Through a combination of design optimization and simulation, the study investigates the role of ductile detailing in improving resilience and reducing potential failure points during seismic events. The ultimate objective of this research is to demonstrate how proper ductile design and reinforcement strategies can significantly improve the earthquake resistance of urban buildings. The findings aim to contribute to better structural practices, offering valuable insights for engineers and designers seeking to enhance the safety and sustainability of mid-rise reinforced concrete structures in seismic zones

Keywords: Ductile detailing, seismic performance, ETABS, RCDC, AutoCAD, reinforced concrete, beam-column joint, confining reinforcement, earthquake-resistant design, structural modelling

[This article belongs to Journal of Structural Engineering and Management ]

How to cite this article:
Pranjal Maher, Amruta Chopde, Shubham Paradhe, Shaikh Md Yasin. Design and Analysis of G+4 Building with Ductile Detailing. Journal of Structural Engineering and Management. 2025; 12(02):1-9.
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Pranjal Maher, Amruta Chopde, Shubham Paradhe, Shaikh Md Yasin. Design and Analysis of G+4 Building with Ductile Detailing. Journal of Structural Engineering and Management. 2025; 12(02):1-9. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/josem/article=2025/view=232937


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Regular Issue Subscription Original Research
Volume 12
Issue 02
Received 04/04/2025
Accepted 09/04/2025
Published 11/04/2025
Publication Time 7 Days
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