![]() Furthermore, the effect of FRP retrofitting on the seismic capacity of the selected structures is measured through derivation of fragility functions for various damage states. ![]() Specifically, fibre reinforced polymer (FRP) wrapping is designed for all beams and columns following recent international provisions and state-of-the-art practice. To mitigate the identified structural deficiencies and improve the overall seismic performance of the two case-study structures, a retrofitting measure is then proposed. The results obtained through nonlinear static analysis of the modelled index buildings indicate the possibility of a soft storey mechanics at the ground floor of both structures. ![]() The selection of the two index buildings follows a recently conducted rapid visual survey in the region and the gathering of detailed structural drawings of typical schools. Hence, this study first investigates the seismic performance of two index buildings representing typical existing schools in the Philippines. Educational facilities are often among the most exposed and vulnerable infrastructure, requiring special attention in terms of seismic risk assessment and prioritization for structural retrofitting and disaster risk reduction. Philippines is one of the most earthquake-prone countries in the world, regularly subjected to destructive seismic events, inflicting loss of lives and costly damage to the country’s infrastructure.
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