Earthquake engineering books
Steel Structures: Analysis and Design for Vibrations and Earthquakes 11/15/2011
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Earthquake Engineering, including: Column, Earthquake, Oscillation, Seismology, Tsunami, Superstructure, Destructive Testing, Tuned Mass Damper, Slip-critical Joint, Soil Liquefaction, Giuseppe Mercalli, Earthquake Insurance, Foundation (engineering) August 2011
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Computational Methods In Earthquake Engineering March 2011
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This book provides an insight in advanced methods and concepts for structural analysis and
design against seismic loading. The book consists of 25 chapters dealing with a wide range
of timely issues in contemporary Earthquake Engineering. In brief, the topics covered are:
collapse assessment, record selection, effect of soil conditions, problems in seismic design,
protection of monuments, earth dam structures and liquid containers, numerical methods,
lifetime assessment, post-earthquake measures.A common ground of understanding is
provided between the communities of Earth Sciences and Computational Mechanics towards
mitigating seismic risk. The topic is of great social and scientific interest, due to the
large number of scientists and practicing engineers currently working in the field and due
to the great social and economic consequences of earthquakes.
Overview from BARNES&NOBLE (barnesandnoble.com). Earthquake Engineering in Europe December 2010
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This book contains 9 invited keynote and 12 theme lectures presented at the 14th European
Conference on Earthquake Engineering (14ECEE) held in Ohrid, Republic of Macedonia, from August 30
to September 3, 2010. The conference was organized by the Macedonian Association for Earthquake
Engineering (MAEE), under the auspices of European Association for Earthquake Engineering (EAEE).
The book is organized in twenty one state-of-the-art papers written by carefully selected very eminent
researchers mainly from Europe but also from USA and Japan. The contributions provide a very
comprehensive collection of topics on earthquake engineering, as well as interdisciplinary subjects
such as engineering seismology and seismic risk assessment and management. Engineering seismology,
geotechnical earthquake engineering, seismic performance of buildings, earthquake resistant
engineering structures, new techniques and technologies and managing risk in seismic regions
are all among the different topics covered in this book. The book also includes the First
Ambraseys Distinguished Award Lecture given by Prof. Theo P. Tassios in the honor of Prof.
Nicholas N. Ambraseys.The aim is to present the current state of knowledge and engineering practice,
addressing recent and ongoing developments while also projecting innovative ideas for future research
and development. It is not always possible to have so many selected manuscripts within the broad
spectrum of earthquake engineering thus the book is unique in one sense and may serve as a good
reference book for researchers in this field.Audience: This book will be of interest to civil engineers
in the fields of geotechnical and structural earthquake engineering; scientists and researchers in the
fields of seismology, geology and geophysics. Not only scientists, engineers and students, but also those
interested in earthquake hazard assessment and mitigation will find in this book the most recent advances.
Overview from BARNES&NOBLE (barnesandnoble.com). Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering November 2010
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This fascinating new book examines the issues of earthquake geotechnical engineering in a comprehensive way. It summarizes the present knowledge on earthquake hazards and their causative mechanisms as well as a number of other relevant topics. Information obtained from earthquake damage investigation (such as ground motion, landslides, earth pressure, fault action, or liquefaction) as well as data from laboratory tests and field investigation is supplied, together with exercises/questions.Overview from BARNES&NOBLE (barnesandnoble.com).
Artificial Intelligence in Earthquake Engineering November 2010
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Earthquake engineers particularly in seismology and geotechnical engineering use a lot of empirical formulas to solve various earthquake engineering problems. These empirical formulas have lot of uncertainty. So, the available empirical formulas are not so reliable. This uncertainly can be minimized by using these new AI techniques. Therefore earthquake engineers should familiar with these new AI techniques. They can use the proposed book to know the application of these new AI techniques for different earthquake engineering problems. The application of these new AI techniques is very limited in earthquake engineering. These new techniques have been proved better than ANN in other engineering fields. So, it is necessary to investigate the feasibility of these new AI techniques in earthquake engineering.Overview from BARNES&NOBLE (barnesandnoble.com).
Earthquake Engineering for Structural Design September 2010
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Developments in Earthquake Engineering have focussed on the capacity and response of structures. They often overlook the importance of seismological knowledge to earthquake-proofing of design. It is not enough only to understand the anatomy of the structure, you must also appreciate the nature of the likely earthquake.
Seismic design, as detailed in this book, is the bringing together of Earthquake Engineering and Engineering Seismology. It focuses on the seismological aspects of design-analyzing various types of earthquake and how they affect structures differently. Understanding the distinction between these earthquake types and their different impacts on buildings can make the difference between whether a building stands or falls, or at least to how much it costs to repair. Covering the basis and basics of the major international codes, this is the essential guide for professionals working on structures in earthquake zones around the world.Overview from BARNES&NOBLE (barnesandnoble.com). Seismic Analysis of Structures May 2010
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While numerous books have been written on earthquakes, earthquake resistance design,
and seismic analysis and design of structures, none have been tailored for advanced
students and practitioners, and those who would like to have most of the important
aspects of seismic analysis in one place. With this book, readers will gain proficiencies
in the following: fundamentals of seismology that all structural engineers must know;
various forms of seismic inputs; different types of seismic analysis like, time
and frequency domain analyses, spectral analysis of structures for random ground motion,
response spectrum method of analysis; equivalent lateral load analysis as given in earthquake codes;
inelastic response analysis and the concept of ductility; ground response analysis and
seismic soil structure interaction; seismic reliability analysis of structures; and
control of seismic response of structures.
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345 Solved Seismic Design Problems 5th Edition March 2009
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345 Solved Seismic Design Problems is for your customers who want extra practice for the tough
seismic section of the California civil PE exam. Every exam subject is represented,
and the problems are written in the same format and with the same level of difficulty as the actual test.
Detailed solutions are provided. This book also is a useful source of information for architects
preparing for the Architect Registration Exam (ARE). This edition references the 1994 Uniform Building Code,
the version currently tested on the exam.Overview from BARNES&NOBLE (barnesandnoble.com). Fundamental Concepts of Earthquake Engineering January 2009
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While successfully preventing earthquakes may still be beyond the capacity of modern engineering, the ability
to mitigate damages with strong structural designs and other mitigation measures are well within the purview of science.
Fundamental Concepts of Earthquake Engineering presents the concepts, procedures, and code provisions
that are currently being used to make structures as earthquake-resistant as is presently feasible.
The book begins by describing the purpose, main aspects, and historical development of earthquake engineering and provides an overview of the type and extent of damage an earthquake can produce. It then introduces the concepts of seismology, the mechanisms of earthquake generation and propagation, and the difference between the various scales used to quantify the size of an earthquake and its potential to cause damage. The book also discusses the response spectrum and the different ways earthquake ground motions may be characterized and how local soil conditions may affect ground motion characteristics. Later chapters examine the design spectrum, conventional methods used to calculate the response of structures, soil-structure systems, and nonstructural components to earthquake ground motions. This comprehensive resource is certain to advance the knowledge of those tasked with taking preemptive action against the devastating effects of major, catastrophic earthquakes. Overview from BARNES&NOBLE (barnesandnoble.com). Seismic Principles Practice Exams for the California Special Civil Engineer Examination 3rd Edition January 2009
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There's nothing like a practice exam to test an examinee's readiness for the actual test.
"Seismic Principles Practice Exams" contains two complete practice exams for the special
seismic portion of the California civil PE exam (which can be taken in any state.) Solutions are provided.
Overview from BARNES&NOBLE (barnesandnoble.com). Fundamentals of Earthquake Engineering December 2008
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Fundamentals of Earthquake Engineering combines aspects of engineering seismology, structural and geotechnical earthquake engineering to assemble the vital components required for a deep understanding of response of structures to earthquake ground motion, from the seismic source to the evaluation of actions and deformation required for design.
The nature of earthquake risk assessment is inherently multi-disciplinary. Whereas Fundamentals of Earthquake Engineering addresses only structural safety assessment and design, the problem is cast in its appropriate context by relating structural damage states to societal consequences and expectations, through the fundamental response quantities of stiffness, strength and ductility. The book is designed to support graduate teaching and learning, introduce practicing structural and geotechnical engineers to earthquake analysis and design problems, as well as being a reference book for further studies. Fundamentals of Earthquake Engineering includes material on the nature of earthquake sources and mechanisms, various methods for the characterization of earthquake input motion, damage observed in reconnaissance missions, modeling of structures for the purposes of response simulation, definition of performance limit states, structural and architectural systems for optimal seismic response, and action and deformation quantities suitable for design. The accompanying website at www.wiley.com/go/elnashai contains a comprehensive set of slides illustrating the chapters and appendices. A set of problems with solutions and worked-through examples is available from the Wley Editorial team. The book, slides and problem set constitute a tried and tested system for a single-semester graduate course. The approach taken avoids tying the book to a specific regional seismic design code of practice and ensures its global appeal to graduate students and practicing engineers.Overview from BARNES&NOBLE (barnesandnoble.com). Civil & Structural Engineering Seismic Design Review for the PE Exam 6th Edition December 2007
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Civil & Structural Engineering: Seismic Design Review for the PE Exam,
6th Edition reflects the current structural design standards for the PE Structural I and II exams, this text has everything civil and structural engineers need to prepare for the seismic design topics.
FEATURES Overview from BARNES&NOBLE (barnesandnoble.com). Earthquake Resistant Design of Structures November 2007
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Designed to serve as a textbook for students pursuing a B tech or BE program in civil engineering,
Earthquake-resistant Design of Structures explains the different sources of damage that can be
triggered by an earthquake and the conceptual method of earthquake-resistant design.
The book will also be useful for postgraduate students of civil engineering, practicing engineers, and architects.
The various topics in the book are presented in a systematic manner to ease understanding of concepts. After an introduction to earthquakes and ground motion, the easy-to-understand textbook provides detail chapters on structures and soli in terms of their seismic response. The need for placing importance on conceptual design is covered in detail by enumerating factors that cause damage and offering guidelines for efficient seismic-resistant design. The book emphasizes structural damage induced by vibration on timber, masonry, concrete, and steel buildings. Overview from BARNES&NOBLE (barnesandnoble.com). Critical Excitation Methods in Earthquake Engineering February 2007
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Since the occurrence of earthquakes and their properties are very uncertain even with the present knowledge, it is too difficult to define reasonable design ground motions especially for important buildings. In the seismic resistant design of building structures, the concept of 'performance-based design' has become a new paradigm guaranteeing the maximum satisfaction of building owners. The quality and reliability of the performance-based design certainly depend on the scientific rationality of design ground motions. In order to overcome this problem, a new paradigm has to be posed. To the author's knowledge, the concept of 'critical excitation' and the structural design based upon this concept can become one of such new paradigms. This book introduces a new probabilistic and energy-based critical excitation approach to overcome several problems in the scientific and rational modelling of ground motions. The author hopes that this book will help the development of new seismic-resistant design methods of buildings for such unpredicted or unpredictable ground motions.
Earthquake Engineering: Application to Design January 2007
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Learn to design code-compliant, earthquake-resistant structures with this practical guide
Earthquake Engineering demonstrates how to design structural members and joints for seismic resistance. The text guides readers through dozens of structural designs, documenting how to perform each step, make the necessary calculations, and adhere to relevant design codes. Most other texts on seismic design focus on theory and the construction of idealized structures; this text is a radical departure, presenting actual tested design methodologies that protect structures from the devastation of earthquakes. All the design methods presented by the author comply with the current U.S. building codes. References to these codes are provided throughout the text, helping readers understand how they are integrated into an overall structural design. This text, with its many worked problems, is ideal for upper-level undergraduates and graduate students. Now that the seismic engineering provisions of the IBC Code apply to the entire United States, this text should also guide practicing engineers not yet exposed to seismic design in designing code-compliant, earthquake-resistant structures. Overview from BARNES&NOBLE (barnesandnoble.com). Dynamics of Structures 3rd Edition September 2006
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Designed for senior-level and graduate courses in Dynamics of Structures and Earthquake Engineering.
The text includes many topics encompassing the theory of structural dynamics and the application of
this theory regarding earthquake analysis, response, and design of structures. No prior knowledge
of structural dynamics is assumed and the manner of presentation is sufficiently detailed and integrated,
to make the book suitable for self-study by students and professional engineers.
Overview from BARNES&NOBLE (barnesandnoble.com). Earthquake Engineering Handbook September 2002
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Earthquakes are nearly unique among natural phenomena - they affect virtually
everything within a region, from massive buildings and bridges, down to the furnishings within a home.
Successful earthquake engineering therefore requires a broad background in subjects, ranging from the
geologic causes and effects of earthquakes to understanding the impact of these effects on foundations,
buildings, structures, the infrastructure, and even their social and economic impact.
The Earthquake Engineering Handbook is a comprehensive resource that covers the spectrum of topics relevant to designing for and mitigating earthquakes. In it, international experts present engineering practices, research, and developments in North America, Europe, and the Pacific Rim countries. The emphasis is on professional applications, with discussion ranging from basic dynamics and geoscience to new technologies intended to avoid rather than resist the forces of earthquakes. Covering both traditional and innovative practices, the Earthquake Engineering Handbook is the first professional reference that brings together all of earthquake engineering's many facets. Formulas, tables, and illustrations give immediate answers to questions arising in practice, and summaries of the essential elements of each topic paint a global picture from which readers can develop understanding and the ability to think beyond the results presented. Overview from BARNES&NOBLE (barnesandnoble.com).
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