Seismic Resistant Design And Technology

Author : Dentcho Ivanov
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 210 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2015-06-26
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781498705370

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Seismic Resistant Design and Technology by Dentcho Ivanov Pdf

An earthquake is a powerful surface acoustic wave (SAW) generated by a seismic event, such as a volcano or motion of the Earth's layers, that propagates on the Earth's surface. This book explains the design of earthquake resistant structures using SAW techniques that offer a variety of experimental setups and theoretical models. Designs of protecting systems able to dissipate or deflect SSW energy built around buildings or towns located in earthquake regions set this book apart from other seismology publications.

Author : James M. Kelly
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 134 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781447133599

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Earthquake-Resistant Design with Rubber by James M. Kelly Pdf

My involvement in the use of natural rubber as a method for the protec 1976. At that time, tion of buildings against earthquake attack began in I was working on the development of energy-dissipating devices for the same purpose and had developed and tested a device that was even tually used in a stepping-bridge structure, this being a form of partial isolation. It became clear to me that in order to use these energy devices for the earthquake protection of buildings, it would be best to combine them with an isolation system which would give them the large displace ments needed to develop sufficient hysteresis. At this appropriate point in time, I was approached by Dr. C. J. Derham, then of the Malaysian Rubber Producers' Research Association (MRPRA), who asked if I was interested in looking at the possibility of conducting shaking table tests at the Earthquake Simulator Laboratory to see to what extent natural rubber bearings could be used to protect buildings from earthquakes. Very soon after this meeting, we were able to do such a test using a 20-ton model and hand-made isolators. The eady tests were very promising. Accordingly, a further set of tests was done with a more realistic five storey model weighing 40 tons with bearings that were commercially made. In both of the test series, the isolators were used both alone and with a number of different types of energy-dissipating devices to en hance damping.

Author : James M. Kelly
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 246 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781447109716

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Earthquake-Resistant Design with Rubber by James M. Kelly Pdf

Base isolation technology offers a cost-effective and reliable strategy for mitigating seismic damage to structures. The effectiveness of this new technology has been demonstrated not only in laboratory research, but also in the actual response of base-isolated buildings during earthquakes. Increasingly, new and existing buildings in earthquake-prone regions throughout the world are making use of this innovative strategy. In this expanded and updated edition, the design methods and guidelines associated with seismic isolation are detailed. The main focus of the book is on isolation systems that use a damped natural rubber. Topics covered include coupled lateral-torsional response, the behavior of multilayer bearings under compression and bending, and the buckling behavior of elastomeric bearings. Also featured is a section covering the recent changes in building code requirements.

Author : Mohiuddin Ali Khan
Publisher : Butterworth-Heinemann
Page : 437 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2013-03-18
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780080949444

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Earthquake-Resistant Structures by Mohiuddin Ali Khan Pdf

Earthquake engineering is the ultimate challenge for structural engineers. Even if natural phenomena involve great uncertainties, structural engineers need to design buildings, bridges, and dams capable of resisting the destructive forces produced by them. These disasters have created a new awareness about the disaster preparedness and mitigation. Before a building, utility system, or transportation structure is built, engineers spend a great deal of time analyzing those structures to make sure they will perform reliably under seismic and other loads. The purpose of this book is to provide structural engineers with tools and information to improve current building and bridge design and construction practices and enhance their sustainability during and after seismic events. In this book, Khan explains the latest theory, design applications and Code Provisions. Earthquake-Resistant Structures features seismic design and retrofitting techniques for low and high raise buildings, single and multi-span bridges, dams and nuclear facilities. The author also compares and contrasts various seismic resistant techniques in USA, Russia, Japan, Turkey, India, China, New Zealand, and Pakistan. Written by a world renowned author and educator Seismic design and retrofitting techniques for all structures Tools improve current building and bridge designs Latest methods for building earthquake-resistant structures Combines physical and geophysical science with structural engineering

Author : Muhammad Hadi,Mehmet Eren Uz
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 353 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2017-10-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781351200851

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Earthquake Resistant Design of Buildings by Muhammad Hadi,Mehmet Eren Uz Pdf

Introducing important concepts in the study of earthquakes related to retrofitting of structures to be made earthquake resistant. The book investigates the pounding effects on base-isolated buildings, the soil-structure-interaction effects on adjacent buildings due to the impact, the seismic protection of adjacent buildings and the mitigation of earthquakeinduced vibrations of two adjacent structures. These concepts call for a new understanding of controlled systems with passive-active dampers and semi-active dampers. The passive control strategy of coupled buildings is investigated for seismic protection in comparison to active and semi-active control strategies.

Author : Shashikant K. Duggal
Publisher : OUP India
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2013-05
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 0198083521

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Earthquake Resistant Design of Structures by Shashikant K. Duggal Pdf

Earthquake-resistant Design of Structures 2e is designed for undergraduate students of civil engineering.

Author : Miha Tomazevic
Publisher : World Scientific
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 1999-07-05
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781783262526

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Earthquake-Resistant Design of Masonry Buildings by Miha Tomazevic Pdf

In the last few decades, a considerable amount of experimental and analytical research on the seismic behaviour of masonry walls and buildings has been carried out. The investigations resulted in the development of methods for seismic analysis and design, as well as new technologies and construction systems. After many centuries of traditional use and decades of allowable stress design, clear concepts for limit state verification of masonry buildings under earthquake loading have recently been introduced in codes of practice. Although this book is not a review of the state-of-the-art of masonry structures in earthquake zones, an attempt has been made to balance the discussion on recent code requirements, state-of-the-art methods of earthquake-resistant design and the author's research work, in order to render the book useful for a broader application in design practice. An attempt has also been made to present, in a condensed but easy to understand way, all the information needed for earthquake-resistant design of masonry buildings constructed using traditional systems. The basic concepts of limit state verification are presented and equations for seismic resistance verification of masonry walls of all types of construction, (unreinforced, confined and reinforced) as well as masonry-infilled reinforced concrete frames, are addressed. A method for seismic resistance verification, compatible with recent code requirements, is also discussed. In all cases, experimental results are used to explain the proposed methods and equations. An important part of this book is dedicated to the discussion of the problems of repair, retrofit and rehabilitation of existing masonry buildings, including historical structures in urban centres. Methods of strengthening masonry walls as well as improving the structural integrity of existing buildings are described in detail. Wherever possible, experimental evidence regarding the effectiveness of the proposed strengthening methods is given. Contents:Earthquakes and Seismic Performance of Masonry BuildingsMasonry Materials and Construction SystemsArchitectural and Structural Concepts of Earthquake-Resistant Building ConfigurationFloors and RoofsBasic Concepts of Limit States Verification of Seismic Resistance of Masonry BuildingsSeismic Resistance Verification of Structural WallsMasonry Infilled Reinforced Concrete FramesSeismic Resistance Verification of Masonry BuildingsRepair and Strengthening of Masonry Buildings Readership: Practising engineers and students.

Author : Christopher Rojahn
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Building laws
ISBN : UOM:39015055800836

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A Critical Review of Current Approaches to Earthquake-resistant Design by Christopher Rojahn Pdf

Author : Andrew Charleson,Adriana Guisasola
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2016-07-15
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9781317605409

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Seismic Isolation for Architects by Andrew Charleson,Adriana Guisasola Pdf

Seismic isolation offers the highest degree of earthquake protection to buildings and their inhabitants. Modern applications of the technology are less than 50 years old and uptake in seismically active regions continues to soar. Seismic Isolation for Architects is a comprehensive introduction to the theory and practice in this field. Based on the latest research findings and the authors’ extensive experience, coverage includes the application, effectiveness, benefits, and limitations of seismic isolation, as well as the architectural form, design aspects, retrofitting, economics, construction, and maintenance related to this method. The book is written for an international audience: the authors review codes and practices from a number of countries and draw on examples from eleven territories including the US, Chile, Argentina, Italy, Japan, and New Zealand. Aimed at readers without prior knowledge of structural engineering, the book provides an accessible, non-technical approach without using equations or calculations, instead using over 200 drawings, diagrams and images to support the text. This book is key reading for students on architecture and civil engineering courses looking for a clear introduction to seismic-resistant design, as well as architects and engineers working in seismically active regions.

Author : Center for Building Technology
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 1974
Category : Buildings
ISBN : UIUC:30112024135672

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Design, Siting, and Construction of Low-cost Housing and Community Buildings by Center for Building Technology Pdf

Author : Marek Lagunov
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2016-04
Category : Earthquake resistant design
ISBN : 1681172038

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Earthquake-Resistant Structures - Design, Assessment and Rehabilitation by Marek Lagunov Pdf

Earthquake-resistant structures are the structures considered to withstand earthquakes. While no structure can be entirely resistant to damage from earthquakes, the goal of earthquake-resistant building is to create structures that fare better during seismic activity than their predictable counterparts. Earthquake-resistant structures are envisioned to resist the largest earthquake of a certain probability that is likely to occur at their location. This means the loss of life should be minimized by preventing collapse of the buildings for rare earthquakes while the loss of functionality should be limited for more frequent ones. To be earthquake proof, buildings, structures and their foundations need to be built to be resistant to sideways loads. The lighter the building is, the less the loads. This is particularly so when the weight is higher up. They must be strong enough to take the loads. They must be tied in to any framing, and reinforced to take load in their weakest direction. They must not fall apart and must remain in place after the worst shock waves so as to retain strength for the aftershocks. Currently, there are several design philosophies in earthquake engineering, making use of experimental results, computer simulations and observations from past earthquakes to offer the required performance for the seismic threat at the site of interest. These range from appropriately sizing the structure to be strong and ductile enough to survive the shaking with an acceptable damage, to equipping it with base isolation or using structural vibration control technologies to minimize any forces and deformations. This book highlights on seismic-resistance design of masonry and reinforced concrete structures to be constructed in addition to safety assessment, strengthening and rehabilitation of existing structures in contrast to earthquake loads. This book focuses on earthquake-resistant structures, such as, buildings, bridges and liquid storage tanks. It covers topics in the field of earthquake engineering. The book provides the contemporary topics on recent progress in earthquake-resistant structures and a helpful tool for graduate students, researchers and practicing structural engineers.

Author : George William Housner,P. C. Jennings,California Institute of Technology. Earthquake Engineering Research Laboratory
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 122 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 1977
Category : Buildings
ISBN : ERDC:35925002265418

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Earthquake Design Criteria for Structures by George William Housner,P. C. Jennings,California Institute of Technology. Earthquake Engineering Research Laboratory Pdf

Author : Andrew Charleson
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 297 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2012-06-25
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9781136366925

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Seismic Design for Architects by Andrew Charleson Pdf

Seismic Design for Architects shows how structural requirements for seismic resistance can become an integral part of the design process. Structural integrity does not have to be at the expense of innovative, high standard design in seismically active zones. * By emphasizing design and discussing key concepts with accompanying visual material, architects are given the background knowledge and practical tools needed to deal with aspects of seismic design at all stages of the design process * Seismic codes from several continents are drawn upon to give a global context of seismic design * Extensively illustrated with diagrams and photographs * A non-mathematical approach focuses upon the principles and practice of seismic resistant design to enable readers to grasp the concepts and then readily apply them to their building designs Seismic Design for Architects is a comprehensive, practical reference work and text book for students of architecture, building science, architectural and civil engineering, and professional architects and structural engineers.

Author : C. A. Brebbia,Santiago Hernández
Publisher : WIT Press
Page : 465 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2013-07-08
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781845647360

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Earthquake Resistant Engineering Structures IX by C. A. Brebbia,Santiago Hernández Pdf

In earthquake-prone regions of the world it is important not only to ensure that new facilities meet optimal standards but also that existing structures and infrastructure be retrofitted and rehabilitated. As world populations concentrate in urban areas, the stakes in human life and property of such natural disasters as earthquakes becomes higher and higher. This has been driving research on advances in the field. These advances are presented biennially at a conference organised by the Wessex Institute of Technology.The advances presented at the ninth conference in the series, which began in 1991 are presented in this book. The papers cover Plates and other geological risks; Earthquake prediction; Microzoning; Remote sensing / Monitoring / Early warning systems; Seismic codes; Seismic hazard and vulnerability; Tsunamis; Seismic isolation and energy dissipation; Structural dynamics; Building performance during earthquakes; Retrofitting; Lifelines; Material mechanics and characterisation; Nonlinear numerical analysis; Performance based design; Experimental studies; Forensic analysis; Safety and security; Socio-economic issues; Insurance related issues; Innovative technologies; Case studies.

Author : Robert E. Englekirk
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 856 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2003-03-10
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 0471081221

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Seismic Design of Reinforced and Precast Concrete Buildings by Robert E. Englekirk Pdf

* Presents the basics of seismic-resistant design of concrete structures. * Provides a major focus on the seismic design of precast bracing systems.