Description
This book contains diverse topics relevant to earthquake engineering and technology. The chapters are of interest to readers from various disciplines, as the different chapters discuss popular topics on earthquake engineering and allied disciplines. The chapters have adequate illustrations and tables for clarifying underlying concepts. The reader can understand the fundamental concepts easily, and the book is highly useful for practice in the field in addition to classroom learning.
Table of Contents
Introduction to Earthquake Engineering and Technology.- Performance Based Seismic Design of Structures.- Seismic Hazard Assessment.- Relevance of Site Effect in Earthquake Resistant Construction.- Seismic microzonation studies in India.- Engineering Preparedness for Earthquake Disaster Mitigation.
