Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on Science, Space, and TechnologyPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 364
Book Description
Lessons Learned from the Northridge Earthquake
Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on Science, Space, and TechnologyPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 364
Book Description
Expediting Highway Reconstruction
Author: Publications of the National Institute of Standards and Technology ... Catalog
Author: National Institute of Standards and Technology (U.S.)Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 1162
Book Description
Preventing Earthquake Disasters: The Grand Challenge in Earthquake Engineering
Author: National Research Council (U.S.). Committee to Develop a Long-Term Research Agenda for the Network for Earthquake Engineering Simulation (NEES)Publisher: National Academy Press
ISBN:
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 200
Book Description
The Network for Earthquake Engineering Simulation (NEES), administered by the National Science Foundation (NSF), is scheduled to become operational in 2004. These network sites will perform a range of experiments to test and validate complex computer models being developed to simulate the behavior of structures subjected to earthquakes. To assist in this effort, the NSF requested the National Research Council(NRC) to frame the major questions to be addressed by and to develop a long-term research agenda for NEES. Preventing Earthquake Disasters presents an overview of the grand challenge including six critical research problems making up that challenge. The report also provides an assessment of earthquake engineering research issues and the role of information technology in that research effort, and a research plan for NEES.
Homebuilder's Guide to Earthquake-Resistant Design and Construction
Author: Homebuilders Guide to
Author: Publisher: Government Printing Office
ISBN: 9780160836138
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 228
Book Description
NOTE: NO FURTHER DISCOUNT FOR THIS PRINT PRODUCT--OVERSTOCK SALE -- Significantly reduced list price. Content published in June 2006. It presents seismic design and construction guidance for one- and two-family light frame residential structures that can be utilized by homebuilders, homeowners, and other non-engineers, and provides supplemental information to the 2003 edition of the International Residential Code. Includes background information on the principles of seismic resistance and how earthquake forces impact conventional residential construction and more detailed information on architectural considerations. Discussions of masonry and stone elements, examples of typical floor plans for earthquake resistant one- and two-story homes, excerpts of seismic requirements from building codes, and checklists for home builders are included. The guide also presents a series of "above code recommendations" and low cost measures that would increase the performance of the building and help keep it functional after an earthquake. Homeowners, homebuilders, home construction crews, home constructioncontractors, home designers, home architects, structural engineers, and others involved in the structure of builing a home may be interested in this book guidance. from FEMA. Related products: Rapid Visual Screening of Buildings for Potential Seismic Hazards: A Hanbook is available here: https: //bookstore.gpo.gov/products/sku/064-000-00060-8 Rapid Visual Screening of Buildings for Potential Seismic Hazards: Supporting Documentation is available here: https: //bookstore.gpo.gov/products/sku/064-000-00061-6 Taking Shelter From the Storm: Building a Safe Room for Your Home or Small Business; Includes Construction Plans (CD) can be found here: https: //bookstore.gpo.gov/products/sku/064-000-00069-1 The Seismic Rehabilitation of Historic Buildings is available here: https: //bookstore.gpo.gov/products/sku/024-005-01322-9
Preparing for the "Big One"
Author: Jean LinPublisher: DIANE Publishing
ISBN: 9780788119972
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 64
Book Description
This report, written after the terrible Jan. 1994 Northridge, CA, earthquake, focuses attention on the earthquake mitigation needs of the L.A. area, discussing steps that can be taken to minimize injury & loss of life in future earthquakes. Most current mitigation efforts are actually a form of post-disaster response & recovery. This report looks at what can be done before the next emergency occurs. Extensive interviews were conducted to draw on the experience & insights of persons directly involved in earthquake recovery & mitigation efforts, including Federal, State, & local government officials, as well as representatives from utility companies & other private & nonprofit institutions in the L.A. area. Information was also compiled from news articles, published research on mitigation technology & the experience of other earthquakes, as well as from recently published assessments of the damage caused by the Northridge quake.
A Compendium of Background Reports on the Northridge Earthquake (January 17, 1994) for Executive Order W-78-94
Author: California. Seismic Safety CommissionPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Bridges
Languages : en
Pages : 522
Book Description
The Government's Response to the Northridge Earthquake
Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on Government Reform and Oversight. Subcommittee on Government Management, Information, and TechnologyPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 184
Book Description
Report on Costs and Benefits of Natural Hazard Mitigation
Author: P. Michael LaubPublisher: DIANE Publishing
ISBN: 9780788148637
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 70
Book Description
Experience at the Federal, State, and local levels during natural disasters, along with a growing body of research, has demonstrated that the losses from such events, in terms of life, property, and community resources, can be substantially reduced when mitigation techniques and technologies are applied. This report illustrates the comparative benefits and costs associated with the implementation of a variety of mitigation measures by governments and private sector entities. It identifies, through a series of case studies, the mitigation tools used to achieve cost-effective hazard mitigation benefits.