Nishigandha Waghmare,
C.M. Deshmukh,
A.A. Kambale,
C.P. Pise,
- , PG Students, Department of Civil Engineering, SKN Sinhgad Collage of Engineering, Pandharpur, Maharashtra, India, ,
- , Assistant Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, SKN Sinhgad Collage of Engineering, Pandharpur, Maharashtra, India, ,
- , Assistant Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, SKN Sinhgad Collage of Engineering, Pandharpur, Maharashtra, India, ,
- , Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, SKN Sinhgad Collage of Engineering, Pandharpur, Maharashtra, India, ,
Abstract
This review paper aims to analyze the optimization of reinforced cement concrete (RCC) building frames. In particular, it sets out to analyze the structural performance of frames that have not been braced, and frames which have been braced, along with the different shear wall configurations. RCC frames (as the name suggests) are key elements of modern construction because they offer strength combined with flexibility. In addition, structural elements such as bracing and shear walls have a tendency to improve upon this efficiency. Bracing allows the structures to remain stable laterally, and reduces the level of lateral displacement due to seismic and wind loads. Shear walls provide stiffness to the structure and allow loads to be distributed, and wall systems allow frames to deform much less. This paper summarizes current research results relating to various bracing systems and shear wall configurations can assist in optimizing elements of the behaviour of RCC frame systems. The existing research studies reviewed evaluated shear walls at several minimum positions in a building frame. Shear walls, which can be assumed to be positioned centrally, in the corner of the frame, dispersed, and positioned in the edge of a frame, were evaluated in their capacity to affect response parameters of a structure such as time history lateral displacement, base shear, story drift, and overall stability based on their positioning in the frame. The review revealed that the use of combined bracing and shear wall systems often lead to the development of more robust and cost-effective designs. However, it must be noted that the positioning of shear walls not only affects the load resistance systems of the frame but also affects the deformation characteristics of the frame as a whole or as an assemblage of structural elements. Not only has this review paper documented design considerations and the net effect and contributions of the materials used and cost implications, it serves as a summary resource for structural engineers and researchers wishing to develop RCC frame systems betterment overall. The findings underscore the importance of an integrated approach in the design of earthquake-resistant buildings, promoting safety and resource efficiency. This study can be used as a guide for future studies and real-world use in improving the structure of RCC frames.
Keywords: RCC building frames, bracing systems, shear wall positions, structural optimization, lateral stability, seismic performance, reinforced concrete, frame deformation, earthquake-resistant design
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Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology
| Volume | 16 | |
| Issue | 02 | |
| Received | 07/04/2026 | |
| Accepted | 28/04/2026 | |
| Published | 25/05/2026 | |
| Publication Time | 48 Days |