In recent years, there is rapid increase in the construction of high rise structures due to the increase in population, high cost of land and restriction in horizontal growth due to less space. The advancements in the development of technological solutions and construction methods of high rise structures led to the innovative structural systems. One of the important criteria that need to be considered in the design of high rise structures is minimization of lateral loads. Hence, the importance of lateral load resisting system increased than structural systems that resist gravitational loads. Lateral loading due to wind and earthquake are the major factors that have to be considered in the design of high-rise structures. Diagrid structural system is recognized as a unique system in construction of high rise structures which is a variation of tubular structures. It consists of inclined members instead of vertical columns in conventional structures to carry both gravity and lateral loads. It gains popularity due to its structural efficiency and aesthetic potential gained by its unique geometric configuration. The present work reviews studies regarding seismic performance assessment of steel diagrid structures, studies on seismic performance factors of steel diagrid structures, impact of shear-lag effect and comparative studies on diagrids. Diagrids are found to be an efficient structural system for high rise structures in terms of structural efficiency as well as aesthetics. Also, it provides more economy, in terms of consumption of steel, thus making it cost-effective and eco-friendly.
Seismic performance assessment of reinforced concrete buildings using pushover analysis
