This collection of papers, from 18 countries in Europe and elsewhere, contain discussions of innovations in material technology, design philosophy, experimental techniques, and analytical approaches that should affect seismic design practice into ...

Earthquake Design Practice for Buildings covers the main principles and design rules that are used to design buildings to resist the effect of earthquakes. It offers comprehensive, practical and easy to read advice on the technical issues that have to be considered in the seismic design of buildings. This indispensable guide outlines the principles of structural dynamics used to establish how a building and its foundations respond to strong ground shaking. Extensive advice is provided on the choice and design of structural forms and materials which produce practical, affordable and...