Seismic Design of Buildings and Bridges (Original Textbook for Civil Engineering Majors in Overseas Universities and Colleges)

Author: Allen Williams (USA)
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Publish Date: 2004-06-01
Features: This book (Second Edition) is a designated teaching reference for the US Registered Engineer Examination, aimed at helping candidates master the principles and methods of seismic design for buildings and bridges. The book consists of 8 chapters, covering fundamental principles of structural seismic design, seismic actions calculated using static methods, dynamic effects and seismic action calculations, as well as seismic calculations for steel structures, concrete structures, timber structures, masonry structures, and bridge structures. The book is primarily based on the Uniform Building Code (UBC) and the Structural Engineers Association of California (SEAOC) standards. Each chapter includes numerous examples, some of which are past questions from the Registered Engineer Examination. The book also provides exercises and solutions at the end. The newly revised content reflects not only a deeper understanding of structural seismic principles in learning but also significant reference value for engineering technicians and researchers engaged in seismic design of structures in China. Additionally, it enhances the readers' professional English proficiency.