Structural Dynamics in Earthquake and Blast Resistant Design

Book Details

• Author: BK Raghu Prasad

• Publisher: CRC Press

• Edition: 1st Edition

• Binding: Hardcover

• Format: Import

• Number of Pages: 336

• Release Date: 7th July 2020

• ISBN: 9780815370185

• Languages: English

• Package Dimensions: 9.4 x 6.4 x 0.9 inches

About The Book

Structural Dynamics in Earthquake and Blast Resistant Design by BK Raghu Prasad is an essential resource that bridges the gap between theoretical structural dynamics and practical design for earthquake and blast-resistant structures. This 336-page hardcover book, released on 7th July 2020, is designed to make complex concepts more accessible for structural engineers by blending theory with practical design techniques.

The book starts by introducing the equations of motion, free and forced vibrations of Single Degree of Freedom (SDF) and Multi Degree of Freedom (MDF) systems, and key principles such as D'Alembert’s principle and Duhammel’s integral. It goes on to explore earthquake and blast resistant designs with real-world applications, showcasing responses of multistorey buildings subjected to earthquake ground motion using the well-known mode superposition technique.

One of the unique features of this book is its focus on practical problems engineers face while adhering to relevant codes of practice, including IS 1893: 2016. It discusses challenges such as avoiding torsional modes in the fundamental and first three modes, inadequate mass participation, and issues in modeling blast effects on below-ground structures, all within the context of structural dynamics.

Additionally, the book delves into topics like inelastic hysteretic systems, top soft storeys, inelastic torsional response, and the application of capacity spectrum. It also explains ductility in detail and offers real-size examples of structures designed with ETABS and STAAD. Moreover, it introduces a novel approach to modeling blast loads on below-ground structures and demonstrates response spectrum analysis using the open-source tool PYTHON as a cost-effective solution.

This book is aimed at senior undergraduates, graduate students, and professionals in civil, earthquake, and structural engineering, providing a comprehensive understanding of the fundamentals required for designing earthquake and blast-resistant structures. It also serves as a valuable reference for structural engineers looking to deepen their knowledge in this specialized field.