ABSTRACT
This paper presents a comprehensive seismic assessment of an existing building subject to induced seismicity in the Groningen region, a location with unique geological characteristics that pose significant safety concerns for building occupants. To assess the seismic response of the building more accurately, we incorporate non-linear dynamic soil-structure interaction (DSSI) through response-history analysis using a finite element global model. Our study demonstrates the importance of accounting for non-linear soil-structure interaction in the seismic assessment of combinations of rigid buildings and soft soils and highlights the need for more comprehensive approaches to building safety in such regions. We also show that the use of a holistic dynamic soil-structure interaction performance-based approach can improve the reliability of seismic assessments for existing structures and ensure cost-effective retrofit solutions with quantifiable levels of performance. Our results have important implications for building design and safety in the Groningen region and contribute to the broader field of seismic engineering by improving the understanding of the complex interactions between buildings and soil.
