Presents the basic concepts in developing a precast concrete ductile moment resisting frame for a building situated in a region of high seismicity. Describes the design considerations concerning hinged connectors, ductile energy dissipating connectors and strong nonyielding connectors. Discusses the various connector type assemblages including a precast shell with cast-in-place core, cold joints reinforced with mild steel, grouted post-tensioned assemblage of precast components and unbonded post-tensioned assembly of precast components.
