Seismic performance assessment of reinforced concrete bridge piers with lap splices

This study aims to analytically assess the seismic performance of reinforced concrete bridge piers with lap splices in longitudinal reinforcing bars, and to provide data for developing improved seismic design criteria. The accuracy and objectivity of the assessment process can be enhanced by using a sophisticated nonlinear finite element analysis program. A computer program, RCAHEST (Reinforced Concrete Analysis in Higher Evaluation System...