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Author:   Mohiuddin Ali Khan (Adjunct Faculty Member, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA, USA)
Publisher:   Elsevier Science & Technology
Imprint:   Butterworth-Heinemann Ltd
Dimensions:   Width: 15.20cm , Height: 2.40cm , Length: 22.90cm
Weight:   0.750kg
ISBN:  

9781856175012

ISBN 10:   1856175014
Pages:   448
Publication Date:   25 March 2013
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
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Table of Contents

Part One: Seismology and Seismicity Chapter 1 History and Classification of Earthquakes, Chapter 2 Common Features between Recurring Earthquakes Chapter 3 Study of Indian Ocean Tsunamis and the Pacific Tsunamis Chapter 4 Local Seismicity, Fault Locations, Tectonic Plate Movements Part Two: Foundation Types and Reactions Chapter 5 Standard Formulae for Soil Science Chapter 6 Foundation Vibrations Chapter 7 Foundation Types Part Three: Design and Retrofit of Structures Chapter 8 Rise and High Rise Buildings Chapter 9 Single and Multi-span Bridges Chapter 10 Dams and Nuclear Facilities Chapter 11 Seismic Design & Retrofit Techniques Chapter 12 Preservation of Heritage Buildings by Strengthening Chapter 13 Tensile Strength of Existing Masonry Buildings Improvement Part Four: Strategies for Resisting Earthquakes Chapter 14 Compliance with Construction Codes Chapter 15 Seismic Resistant Techniques in USA, Russia and Japan Chapter 16 Hot and Cold Weather Concreting Techniques Chapter 17 Strapping and Tying Footings Chapter 18 Developing Local and New Lightweight Materials, LYTAG, FRP and FERROCEMENT Chapter 19 Innovative Segmental and Precast Concrete Construction Chapter 20 Use of Integral Abutment Bridge Frames Appendices Appendix 1 Seismic Maps and Zoning

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There is a broad range of material presented, including observations drawn from a number of case studies,...These are used to illustrate topics of importance both in design and post-earthquake reconstruction. -- The Structural Engineer, July 2014

There is a broad range of material presented, including observations drawn from a number of case studies,...These are used to illustrate topics of importance both in design and post-earthquake reconstruction. --The Structural Engineer, July 2014

There is a broad range of material presented, including observations drawn from a number of case studies,...These are used to illustrate topics of importance both in design and post-earthquake reconstruction. -- The Structural Engineer, July 14

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Dr. Khan has more than 35 years of experience as a structural and bridge engineer, project and design manager for transportation and industrial clients. Ali has supervised numerous design projects on behalf of the New Jersey Department of Transportation, New Jersey Turnpike Authority, Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, Maryland State Highway Administration and Washington Metropolitan Area Transportation Authority

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