Seismic Loads: Guide to the Seismic Load Provisions of ASCE 7-10 provides clear, authoritative explanations of the seismic design provisions contained in Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other Structures, Standard ASCE/SEI 7-10. When used with the expanded seismic commentary included in ASCE 7-10 (third printing), Seismic Loads assists structural engineers in applying the latest thinking in seismic design of new building structures.

Charney presents 22 detailed examples that analyze specific provisions of the standard and demonstrate the application of...