Manohar Sh., Madhekar S. Seismic Design of RC Buildings: Theory and Practice

Springer, New Delhi, India, 2015, 450 p., ISBN: 978-81-322-2318-4, 978-81-322-2319-1Springer Transactions in Civil and Environmental EngineeringThis book deals with the design and detailing requirements for seismic resistance of new buildings. The normal design of buildings is well understood. Hence, this book focuses only on seismic engineering aspects of the design process. A large number of examples on important topics are included for the benefit of students and practicing engineers. The examples are chosen to illustrate specific areas of design fundamentals. It is not the intention of this book to present exhaustive stepby- step calculations while solving examples. We believe that understanding the right approach to problem solution is more important. The illustrative examples are structured accordingly.There are two important relatively recent developments which are covered in this book: (1) There is a growing demand to move away from strength-based design towards performance-based design. This subject has been introduced in the book. (2) There is greater awareness among owners to minimize earthquake-related damage to property and consequently prevent loss of life. As a result, there are increasing calls for checking the adequacy of existing buildings to meet current seismic codal stipulations. For this purpose, the pushover analysis technique is handy. Literature on this subject is very limited and, moreover, not readily available. Themethodology of undertaking such an exercise is presented in the book with solved examples.This book is well suited for senior-level graduate and postgraduate courses in Structural Dynamics and Earthquake Engineering. The book contains a wealth of information which is very difficult to obtain, and thus it will be an excellent reference document for both students and practicing professionals. It will provide a vital link between theory and practice.