5. Glossary
Coefficient de comportement (q); behaviour factor
Factor introduced into seismic analysis to reduce calculated forces by taking into account the energy dissipation capacity of a structure.
Ductility; ductility
The ability of a material or structure to deform plastically before breaking, essential for absorbing the energy of dynamic loads, especially seismic loads.
Efforts sismiques; seismic loads
Dynamic loads generated by ground movements during an earthquake, affecting structures both horizontally and vertically.
Etat limite de service (ELS); service limit state
Condition guaranteeing the functionality, comfort and durability of a structure, without excessive deformation or cracking.
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Eurocodes standards
- Bases de calcul des structures. - NF EN 1990 -
- Actions sur les structures. - NF EN 1991 -
- Calcul des structures en béton. - NF EN 1992 -
- Calcul des structures en acier. - NF EN 1993 -
- Calcul des structures mixtes acier-béton. - NF EN 1994 -
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