Posted in Uncategorized, tagged active control devices, base isolation, earthquake resistant buildings, earthquakes, energy dissipation devices, reviews on April 13, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Designing Earthquake Resistant Buildings :
Tips and Tricks
Earthquakes are a dangerous phenomena. People are vulnerable to the destructive power of earthquakes. Earthquakes have unleashed their destructive power on humans time and time again. But today, with the advancement of construction technology, man has learnt to protect himseld from earthquakes.
What is an Earthquake?
An earthquake is a [...]
Posted in Uncategorized, tagged CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY FOR TALL BUILDINGS on April 13, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY FOR TALL BUILDINGS
by Michael Chew Yit Lin (National University of Singapore)
This new edition of Construction Technology for Tall Buildings comprehensively revises and expands the previous edition, incorporating new topics and many new figures. The text introduces the latest construction practices and processes for tall buildings from foundation to roof. It acquaints the reader [...]
