Engineering Solutions for Earthquakes (Preparing for Disaster) - Softcover

Porterfield, Jason

Softcover

ISBN 10: 172534775X ISBN 13: 9781725347755

Publisher: Rosen Publishing Group, 2020

Synopsis

In some parts of the world, earthquakes are a serious threat to cities and towns. Their destructive power and unpredictable nature give them the power to bring about widespread devastation. Earthquake engineering is a branch of engineering that is dedicated to limiting the damage that quakes can bring. By working to establish guidelines and standards, earthquake engineers can help reduce the risk of injuries caused by collapsing structures. This resource describes how earthquakes occur and the disciplines that go into earthquake engineering, while examining some of the engineering principles that go into designing strong and resilient buildings.

Edition details

• Publisher: Rosen Publishing Group
• Publication date: 2020
• ISBN 10: 172534775X
• ISBN 13: 9781725347755
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 48