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Engineering-Based Community Service for Urban Building Safety: Finite Element Analysis of Reinforced Concrete Frame Structures Using ETABS

Huu-Dien Nguyen(1),


(1) Long An University of Economics and Industry
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Abstract


This study presents an engineering-based community service approach to support urban building safety through the application of the Finite Element Method (FEM) using ETABS software. The research focuses on the structural analysis and design of a reinforced concrete frame axis of a multi-story building in Vietnam, conducted in accordance with national structural and seismic standards. The method involves modeling the building structure, applying gravity, wind, and seismic loads, and evaluating internal forces, displacements, and reinforcement requirements to ensure structural safety and serviceability. The results indicate that the designed structural system satisfies strength and deformation criteria, contributing to safer building performance in dense urban environments. This work serves as a practical educational reference for engineering students and practitioners while supporting community-oriented objectives by enhancing public safety awareness and promoting the application of standardized structural design practices. The study highlights the role of applied engineering analysis in advancing sustainable urban development and community resilience.

Keywords


ETABS; Finite Element Method (FEM); Load Analysis; Reinforced Concrete Frame; Structural Design; TCVN Standards

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