Reliable FEM numerical models, which have been calibrated on
the basis of experimental tests previously carried out by the
authors, have been employed to carry out parametric analyses in
order to provide design indications for low yield strength-high
hardening metal shear plates to be used as dampers for seismic
protection of buildings. Shear panels made of an almost pure aluminum
has been investigated, considering that this material is
characterized by a yielding stress point of about 20 MPa and a
hardening ratio higher than 4