California Civil Seismic Building Design
This book includes two comprehensive indexes—one of key terms and another of seismic building codes—to quickly direct you to the information you are looking for. You can also locate related support material by following references throughout the text to the 150 equations, 29 tables, 144 figures, and 16 appendices, and to relevant codes and standards.
Topics Covered:
- Basic Seismology
- Details of Seismic-Resistant Structures (Concrete, Masonry, Steel, Wood)
- Diaphragm Theory
- Earthquake Characteristics
- Effects of Earthquakes on Structures
- General Structural Design
- Response of Structures
- Seismic Building Code
- Special Design Features
- Tilt-Up Construction
Vibration Theory
Referenced Codes and Standards:
- CBC 2019 / IBC 2018
- AWC/NDS SDPWS Seismic 2015
- TMS 402/602 2016
- ASCE/SEI7 2016
- ACI 318 2014
- AISC 341 2016
- AISC 360 2016
- NDS Wood 2018
FAQs
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