Earthquakes are one of nature's most terrifying, destructive and unpredictable phenomena, and the questions of how to prepare for them, how to mitigate their effects, and how to understand them better are all subjects of intense and fast-developing research. This book brings together research on earthquakes with a particular focus on engineering, with a view to limiting damage and danger to life. It is divided into three sections. The first considers the design, assessment and rehabilitation of earthquake-resistant structures, such as reinforced concrete columns, infilled frames and cable-stayed bridges. The second section considers the seismic risk to structures and the economic impact of earthquakes, addressing such topics as the effects of seismic activity on historical and monumental structures. The third section assesses new advances in geotechnical earthquake engineering, focusing on soil liquefaction and the seismic safety of dams and monuments. Issues addressed include lateral spread, deformation of earth-fill dams and liquefaction remediation. The section also offers a useful review of knowledge derived from recent earthquake events. The book will be especially useful for students, researchers and engineers working in structural and geotechnical engineering, and individuals working in architecture, planning and risk management in areas threatened by earthquakes.
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