This full color manual is intended to explain the principles of seismic design for those without a technical background in engineering and seismology. The prima
Seismic Design for Architects shows how structural requirements for seismic resistance can become an integral part of the design process. Structural integrity d
Throughout the past few years, there has been extensive research done on structural design in terms of optimization methods or problem formulation. But, much of
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Introducing important concepts in the study of earthquakes related to retrofitting of structures to be made earthquake resistant. The book investigates the poun