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Near-fault ground motions are more complex than the common far field, and it can significantly change the response characteristics of the structure. The records of Taiwan chi-chi earthquake associating with velocity pulse are selected, and the seismic accelerate response spectrum of different site are studied in deep. On the basis of time-history analysis, the seismic responses of a long-span CFST (concrete-filled steel tubular) arch bridge are discussed. Weakness section of the CFST arch rib are also indicated, providing a valuable reference for aseismic design.

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Chapter 5 examines the textual foundation for model jingju productions from five perspectives. It begins with the ten plays’ synopses, followed by a discussion of the roles and functions of three categories of dramatic characters. The author then analyzes a singular overarching theme and three major supporting messages in model jingju. To provide insight into the delivery of these important motifs, the author offers further analysis on a general plotting pattern and three scene types that contribute significantly to model jingju theatricality. The last section focuses on an especially noteworthy aspect—literary construction—examining the narrative structure and use of language in model jingju in the context of their connections to traditional practices. This chapter features Wang Zengqi’s first-person narrative of the creative process resulting in Shajiabang and a close analysis of rhymed vernacular speech with primary examples from Azalea Mountain.

In view of huge destructibility of the near-fault ground motions, structures with long natural vibration period are liable to fall into nonlinear reaction stage. Based on a full understanding of the near-fault seismic spectrum characteristics, the out-of-plane seismic response of a long span concrete-filled steel tube (CFST) arch bridge was studied in depth, and the research result could offer a reference for near-fault aseismic design.