Seismic Isolation for Earthquake-Resistant Structures: v. 7 (Advances in Earthquake Engineering) - Hardcover

P. KOMODROMOS

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1853128031 ISBN 13: 9781853128035

Publisher: WIT Press, 2000

Synopsis

Ground motion due to earthquake excitation often induces disastrous disturbances that severely damage structures and their contents. Conventional earthquake-resistant design focuses on the strengthening of structures to avoid collapse, while little attention is paid to the prevention of damage as it is almost impossible to construct completely ""earthquake proof"" structures at reasonable cost. This state-of-the-art volume explores seismic isolation as an alternative and performance-based design approach to minimise earthquake induced loads and resulting damage in low to medium-rise buildings. A discussion of the characteristics, advantages and limitations of seismic isolation is followed by a demonstration of its capability to decouple a structure from the damaging effects of ground acceleration. Describes currently used seismic isolation systems in detail. Evaluates the performance of seismically isolated structures and provides examples of their response under earthquake action. Proposes a preliminary design methodology for seismically isolated structures. Accessible to both students and practising structural engineers who need to familiarise themselves with this approach.

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Explores seismic isolation as a performance-based alternative to the conventional strength-based approach to the design of earthquake-resistant structures. -- Book News, Inc.

Edition details

• Publisher: WIT Press
• Publication date: 2000
• ISBN 10: 1853128031
• ISBN 13: 9781853128035
• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 224