An Introduction to Specific Requirements for Design to Resist Progressive Collapse of Buildings

This publication provides introductory technical guidance for civil engineers, structural engineers and other professional engineers and construction managers interested in design of buildings to resist progressive collapse as a result of seismic or explosive activity. Here is what is discussed: 1. CONCRETE 2. STRUCTURAL STEEL 3. MASONRY 4. WOOD 5. COLD-FORMED STEEL 6. REFERENCES 7. DEFINITIONS.