Perspectives on European Earthquake Engineering and Seismology : : Volume 2.

• Superior document: Geotechnical, Geological and Earthquake Engineering Series ; v.39
• Author: Ansal, Atilla.
• Place / Publishing House: Cham : : Springer International Publishing AG,, 2015.; ©2015.
• Year of Publication: 2015
• Edition: 1st ed.
• Language: English
• Series: Geotechnical, Geological and Earthquake Engineering Series
• Physical Description: 1 online resource (458 pages)

Table of Contents

• Intro
• Preface
• Contents
• Chapter 1: Supershear Earthquake Ruptures - Theory, Methods, Laboratory Experiments and Fault Superhighways: An Update
• 1.1 Introduction
• 1.2 Theory
• 1.3 Seismic Data Analysis
• 1.4 A Case Study of a Supershear Earthquake
• 1.4.1 The 2001 Mw 7.8 Kunlun, Tibet Earthquake
• 1.5 Conditions Necessary for Supershear Rupture
• 1.6 Laboratory Experiments
• 1.7 Potential Supershear Earthquake Hazards
• 1.7.1 The Red River Fault, Vietnam/China
• 1.7.2 The Sagaing Fault, Burma
• 1.8 Discussion
• 1.9 Future Necessary Investigations
• 1.10 Conclusions
• References
• Chapter 2: Civil Protection Achievements and Critical Issues in Seismology and Earthquake Engineering Research
• 2.1 Introduction
• 2.2 Roles and Responsibilities in the Decision-Making Process
• 2.2.1 Scientists and Decision-Makers in the Risk Management
• 2.2.2 Other Actors in the Decision Process
• 2.3 Civil Protection and Science
• 2.3.1 Civil Protection Procedures
• 2.3.2 Scientific Products for Civil Protection
• 2.3.3 The Italian National Civil Protection System
• 2.4 How Science Contributes to Civil Protection
• 2.4.1 Permanent (i) and Finalized Research Activities (ii) for Civil Protection - The Competence Centres
• 2.4.1.1 INGV
• ``A-Type ́́Activities
• ``B-Type ́́Activities
• CPS - Centre of Seismic Hazard
• CAT - Tsunami Alert Centre
• ``C-Type ́́Activities
• 2.4.1.2 ReLUIS
• 2.4.1.3 EUCENTRE
• 2.4.2 Permanent Commissions - The Major Risks Commission
• 2.4.3 Commissions on Specific Subjects
• 2.4.3.1 ICEF - International Commission on Earthquake Forecasting
• 2.4.3.2 ICHESE - International Commission on Hydrocarbon Exploration and Seismicity in the Emilia Region
• 2.4.4 Research Funded by Other Subjects
• 2.4.4.1 SYNER-G
• 2.4.4.2 REAKT
• 2.4.4.3 SHARE
• 2.4.5 Free Research Works
• 2.5 Conclusion.
• References
• Chapter 3: Earthquake Risk Assessment: Certitudes, Fallacies, Uncertainties and the Quest for Soundness
• 3.1 Introduction
• 3.2 Modelling, Models and Modellers
• 3.2.1 Epistemology of Models
• 3.2.2 Data: Blessing or Curse
• 3.2.3 Modeller: Sisyphus or Prometheus
• 3.2.4 Models: Truth or Heuristic Machines
• 3.3 Risk, Uncertainties and Decision-Making
• 3.4 Taxonomy of Elements at Risk
• 3.5 Intensity Measures
• 3.6 Fragility Curves and Vulnerability
• 3.7 Risk Assessment
• 3.7.1 Probabilistic, Deterministic and the Quest of Reasonable
• 3.7.2 Spatial Correlation
• 3.7.3 Site Effects
• 3.7.4 Time Dependent Risk Assessment
• 3.7.5 Performance Indicators and Resilience
• 3.7.6 Margin of Confidence or Conservatism?
• 3.8 Damage Assessment: Subjectivity and Ineffectiveness in the Quest of the Reasonable
• 3.8.1 Background Information and Data
• 3.8.2 Physical Damages and Losses
• 3.8.3 Discussing the Differences
• 3.9 Conclusive Remarks
• References
• Chapter 4: Variability and Uncertainty in Empirical Ground-Motion Prediction for Probabilistic Hazard and Risk Analyses
• 4.1 Introduction
• 4.2 Objective of Ground-Motion Prediction
• 4.3 Impact of Bias in Seismic Hazard and Risk
• 4.3.1 Probabilistic Seismic Hazard Analysis
• 4.3.2 Probabilistic Seismic Risk Analysis
• 4.4 Components of Uncertainty
• 4.4.1 Nature of Uncertainty
• 4.4.2 Apparent Randomness - Simplified Models
• 4.4.3 Chaotic Randomness - Bouc-Wen Example
• 4.4.4 Randomness Represented by Ground-Motion Models
• 4.5 Discrete Random Fields for Spatial Risk Analysis
• 4.6 Conclusions
• References
• Chapter 5: Seismic Code Developments for Steel and Composite Structures
• 5.1 Introduction
• 5.2 Behaviour Factors
• 5.3 Local Ductility
• 5.3.1 Steel Sections
• 5.3.2 Composite Sections
• 5.4 Capacity Design Requirements.
• 5.4.1 Moment Frames
• 5.4.2 Braced Frames
• 5.4.3 Material Considerations
• 5.5 Lateral Over-Strength
• 5.5.1 Stability and Drift Implications
• 5.5.2 Influence of Design Idealisations
• 5.6 Connection Design
• 5.6.1 Steel Moment Connections
• 5.6.2 Composite Moment Connections
• 5.6.3 Bracing Connections
• 5.7 Concluding Remarks
• References
• Chapter 6: Seismic Analyses and Design of Foundation Soil Structure Interaction
• 6.1 Introduction
• 6.2 Soil Structure Interaction Modelling
• 6.2.1 Global SSI Model for Piled Foundations
• 6.2.2 Substructure Model for Piled Foundations
• 6.3 Kinematic Interaction Motion
• 6.4 Conclusions
• References
• Chapter 7: Performance-Based Seismic Design and Assessment of Bridges
• 7.1 Introduction
• 7.2 Overview of PBD Methods for Bridges
• 7.2.1 Type of Analysis
• 7.2.2 Definition of Seismic Input
• 7.2.3 Stiffness of Dissipating Zones
• 7.2.4 Number of Directly Controlled Design Parameters
• 7.2.5 Number of Iterations Required
• 7.3 A PBD Procedure Based on Elastic Analysis
• 7.3.1 Description of the Procedure
• 7.3.2 Application of the Procedure
• 7.3.2.1 Description of Studied Bridge
• 7.3.2.2 `Standard ́Direct Displacement-Based Design (DDBD)
• 7.3.2.3 Modal Direct Displacement-Based Design (MDDBD)
• 7.4 A PBD Procedure Based on Inelastic Analysis
• 7.4.1 Description of the Procedure
• 7.5 Seismic Assessment of Bridges
• 7.5.1 Brief Overview of Available Assessment Procedures
• 7.5.2 Assessment of the Bridge Designed to the Displacement-Based Procedure
• 7.6 Closing Remarks
• References
• Chapter 8: An Algorithm to Justify the Design of Single Story Precast Structures
• 8.1 Introduction
• 8.2 Basic Structural Features Observed in the Field and Basic Features of the Current Design Practice
• 8.3 Why Justification of Code Based Design Procedure Is Needed?.
• 8.4 Selection of Partially Code Compatible Records
• 8.5 Proposed Algorithm
• 8.6 Over Strength and Lateral Load Reduction Factors
• 8.7 Capacity Curves
• 8.8 Numerical Examples
• 8.9 Conclusions
• References
• Chapter 9: Developments in Seismic Design of Tall Buildings: Preliminary Design of Coupled Core Wall Systems
• 9.1 Introduction
• 9.2 Preliminary Design Issues
• 9.3 Capacity and Ductility Demand Estimation Tools for Preliminary Design of Coupled Core Wall Systems
• 9.3.1 A Capacity Estimation Tool for Coupled Core Walls
• 9.3.2 A Ductility Demand Estimation Tool for Coupled Core Walls
• 9.4 Evaluation of Capacity and Ductility Demand Estimation Tools for Preliminary Design of Coupled Core Wall Systems
• 9.5 Concluding Remarks
• References
• Chapter 10: Seismic Response of Underground Lifeline Systems
• 10.1 Introduction
• 10.2 Pipeline Properties and Preventive Maintenance
• 10.3 Field Observations of Pipeline Damage and Ground Deformations
• 10.4 Pipelines and Fault Crossings
• 10.5 Conclusions
• References
• Chapter 11: Seismic Performance of Historical Masonry Structures Through Pushover and Nonlinear Dynamic Analyses
• 11.1 Introduction
• 11.2 Seismic Performance-Based Assessment Through Nonlinear Static and Dynamic Analyses
• 11.3 Pros and Cons of Nonlinear Static and Dynamic Analyses
• 11.4 Use of Proper Orthogonal Decomposition (POD) for the PBA
• 11.5 Multiscale Approach for the Definition of PLs Thresholds
• 11.6 Computation of the Seismic Input Compatible with Each PL
• 11.7 Conclusions
• References
• Chapter 12: Developments in Ground Motion Predictive Models and Accelerometric Data Archiving in the Broader European Region
• 12.1 Introduction
• 12.2 Evolution of Major Strong-Motion Databases in the Broader Europe
• 12.3 Ground-Motion Prediction Equations (GMPES) in the Broader European Region.
• 12.4 Implications of Using Local and Global GMPES from Broader Europe in Seismic Hazard
• 12.5 Conclusions
• References
• Chapter 13: Towards the ``Ultimate Earthquake-Proof ́́Building: Development of an Integrated Low-Damage System
• 13.1 Introduction
• 13.2 The Canterbury Earthquake Sequence: A Reality Check for Current Performance-Based Earthquake Engineering
• 13.3 Raising the Bar to Meet Societal Expectation: From Life-Safety to Damage Control and Holistic Approach
• 13.4 The Next Generation of Low-Damage Seismic Resisting Systems
• 13.5 Reparability of the Weakest Link of the Chain: ``PlugandPlay ́́Replaceable Dissipaters
• 13.6 Low-Damage Solution for Multi-storey Timber Buildings: the Pres-Lam System
• 13.7 Controlling and Reducing the Damage to the Floor-Diaphragm
• 13.8 Low-Damage Solutions for Non-structural Elements
• 13.9 First Prototype Test Building with Integrated Low-Damage Solutions
• 13.10 Towards an Integrated Structure-Foundation Performance-Based Design
• 13.11 On Site Implementation of Low-Damage PRESSS and Pres-Lam Technology
• 13.12 Conclusions
• References
• Chapter 14: Archive of Historical Earthquake Data for the European-Mediterranean Area
• 14.1 Introduction
• 14.2 Content of the Archive
• 14.3 Use and Potential of AHEAD
• 14.4 Long-Term Plan
• 14.5 Conclusions
• References
• Chapter 15: A Review and Some New Issues on the Theory of the H/V Technique for Ambient Vibrations
• 15.1 Introduction
• 15.2 A Short Review on the H/V Theory
• 15.2.1 The H/V Origins: Body-Wave Based Theories
• 15.2.2 The Role of the Surface Waves
• 15.2.3 The Sources ́Role and the Full-Wavefield
• 15.2.4 A Different Point of View: The Diffuse Wavefield
• 15.2.5 Current Research Branches
• 15.3 Comparison Between the DSS and the DFA Models
• 15.3.1 The DSS Model
• 15.3.2 The DFA Model
• 15.3.3 Comparison.
• 15.4 A Mention to the Most Recent Results in H/V Modelling.