Displacement-Based Seismic Design of Structures is a book primarily directed towards practicing structural designers who are interested in applying performance-

A brief summary of the history of seismic design as given in chapter 1, indicates that initially design was purely based on strength or force considerations. Wh

Solid design and craftsmanship are a necessity for structures and infrastructures that must stand up to natural disasters on a regular basis. Continuous researc

Tools to Safeguard New Buildings and Assess Existing OnesNonlinear analysis methods such as static pushover are globally considered a reliable tool for seismic