International Handbook of Earthquake Engineering

This handbook compiles information on the theory, regulation, analysis, and design for the construction of seismically safe structures throughout the world in one volume. The book begins with a section covering the fundamentals of earthquake engineering, serving as an up-to-date overview of structural dynamics. The focus of the book is on approaches to earthquake engineering from around the world. Experienced engineers from 34 countries present their national seismic codes and demonstrate their application with quantitative examples. Seismic codes of seismically active countries are included, from Mexico to Italy to Egypt to India. Each chapter details a country's geography and geology; history of recent significant earthquakes; and the socioeconomic context of the seismic code and its implementation. An appendix serves as a reference on the different methods of measurement of earthquake magnitude and intensity in seismically active countries. In addition, the chapter authors have developed easy-to-use computer programs of the code to specific structures. An order form at the end of the book allows readers to order the program as a set, or individually. Engineers, professionals and students involved in the design, construction, maintenance, and regulation of seismically safe structures throughout the world should benefit from this handbook. This book should be of interest to civil and geotechnical engineers.