''This practical book presents current approaches to seismic analysis and design, with a particular focus on reinforced concrete structures. It covers the earthquake resistant design of new buildings, and the assessment, repair and retrofit-strengthening of existing buildings. It also covers the post-earthquake damage assessment and evaluation of existing buildings and outlines the seismic risk mitigation procedures for urban regions. The book is for practicing engineers and graduate students''-- Read more...
Content: 1. Introduction --
2. An overview of structural dynamics --
3. Design principles, seismic actions, performance requirements, compliance criteria --
4. Configuration of earthquake-resistant R/C structural systems : structural behaviour --
5. Analysis of the structural system --
6. Capacity design : design action effects : safety verifications --
7. Reinforced concrete materials under seismic actions --
8. Seismic-resistant R/C frames --
9. Seismic-resistant R/C walls and diaphragms --
10. Seismic design of foundations --
11. Seismic pathology --
12. Emergency post-earthquake damage inspection, assessment and human life protection measures --
13. Seismic assessment and retrofitting of R/C buildings --
14. Detailed seismic assessment and rehabilitation of R/C buildings --
15. Technology of repair and strengthening --
16. Seismic risk management.
Abstract: ''This practical book presents current approaches to seismic analysis and design, with a particular focus on reinforced concrete structures. It covers the earthquake resistant design of new buildings, and the assessment, repair and retrofit-strengthening of existing buildings. It also covers the post-earthquake damage assessment and evaluation of existing buildings and outlines the seismic risk mitigation procedures for urban regions. The book is for practicing engineers and graduate students''
