Seismic Performance Assessment of Buildings Using STAAD.Pro Software

This study explores the seismic behavior of high-rise buildings using STAAD.Pro, a structural engineering software. By simulating the dynamic performance of a G+10 reinforced concrete (RCC) building in seismic Zone IV of India, this research evaluates how such structures respond to earthquake-induced forces. The investigation considers two methods—Equivalent Static and Response Spectrum—aligned with IS 1893:2016 standards. Parameters like base shear, inter-storey drift, displacement, and fundamental period are analyzed. The outcome emphasizes STAAD.Pro’s capability in simulating realistic seismic responses, offering practical insights for performance-based design.