1st Edition

Earthquake Engineering Handbook

Edited By Charles Scawthorn, Wai-Fah Chen Copyright 2003
    1506 Pages 839 B/W Illustrations
    by CRC Press

    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.

    PART 1: FUNDAMENTALS
    Earthquakes-Historical Perspective, Charles Scawthorn
    Earthquake Risk Management-An Overview, Charles Scawthorn
    Dynamics of Structures, Jorma K. Arros
    PART 2: GEOSCIENCE ASPECTS
    Earthquakes: Seismogenesis, Measurement and Distribution, Charles Scawthorn
    Engineering Models of Strong Ground Motion, Kenneth W. Campbell
    Simulation Modeling of Strong Ground Motion, M. Erdik and E. Durukal
    Geotechnical and Foundation Aspects, Horst Brandes
    Seismic Hazard Analysis, Paul C. Thenhaus and Kenneth W. Campbell
    Tsunami and Seiche, Costa Synolakis
    Soil-Structure Interaction, James J. Johnson
    PART 3: STRUCTURAL ASPECTS
    Building Code Provisions for Seismic Resistance, Ronald O. Hamburger, S.E.
    Seismic Design of Steel Structures, Ronald O. Hamburger, S.E and Niaz A. Nazir, SE
    Reinforced Concrete Structures, Y.L. Mo
    Precast and Tilt-Up Buildings, Charles Scawthorn and D.L. McCormick
    Wood Structures, J. Daniel Dolan
    Seismic Behaviour, Design and Retrofitting of Masonry, Richard E. Klingner
    Base Isolation, Yeong-Bin Yang, Kuo-Chun Chang and Jong-Dar Yau
    Bridges, Lian Duan and W.F. Chen
    Structural Control, Hirokazu Iemura and Mulyo Harris Pradono
    Equipment and Systems, Gayle S. Johnson
    Seismic Vulnerabilify, Keith Porter
    PART 4: INFRASTRUCTURE ASPECTS
    Lifeline Seismic Risk, Ronald T. Eguchi
    Buried Pipelines, Michael J. O'Rourke
    Water and Wastewater Systems, Don Ballantyne
    Electrical Power Systems, Anshel J. Schiff
    Dams and Appurtenant Facilities, Gilles J. Bureau
    Ports Structures, Susumu Iai
    PART 5: SPECIAL TOPICS
    Human Impacts of Earthquakes, Hope A. Seligson and Kimberley I. Shoaf
    Fire Following Earthquake, Charles Scawthorn
    Hazardous Materials, Guna Selvaduray
    Loss Estimation, Mahmoud Khater, Charles Scawthorn and James J. Johnson
    Insurance and Financial Risk Transfer, Charles Scawthorn, Howard Kunreuther and Richard Roth
    Emergency Planning, Charles Scawthorn
    Developing an Earthquake Mitigation Program, Charles Scawthorn

    Biography

    Charles Scawthorn, Wai-Fah Chen

    "Written by a panel of international experts, this comprehensive reference work covers the full spectrum of earthquake engineering topics. …is well illustrated and includes extensive lists of references and additional resources."
    - Shari A. Salisbury, MCEER Information Service News

    "Written by a panel of 36 internationally known experts, 22 of whom are EERI members, the Handbook provides applications and practical information to help solve real-world problems faced by civil engineers...The 1500-page Earthquake Engineering Handbook is the first professional reference that brings together all of earthquake engineering's many facets."
    -EERI Newsletter

    "This handbook is a comprehensive reference and resource work covering the spectrum of disciplines required for mitigation of earthquake-resistant structures. It was prepared by some 30 national and international experts in the various fields of earthquake engineering and is designed for the practitioner. Highly Recommended"
    -S.C. Anand, Clemson University