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Explore how science meets safety in California’s quake program.
This progress report details the state’s integrated approach to earthquake engineering for the State Water Project. It combines data from sensitive seismographs, strong‑motion instruments, tiltmeters, seiche recorders, and precise geodetic surveys to inform design and operation decisions.
Written for engineers, policymakers, and researchers, the book outlines how field measurements, data analysis, and engineering criteria come together to assess hazards and improve resilience in high‑risk regions.
- How seismic data are collected, analyzed, and used to set design criteria for hydraulic structures.
- Different instruments and field methods that monitor crustal movement, ground shaking, and subsidence.
- How measurements influence engineering decisions, risk assessments, and emergency planning.
- Collaboration between state agencies, universities, and federal partners in advancing earthquake engineering.
Ideal for readers who want a clear view of the practical efforts behind earthquake preparedness and structure design.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores earthquake engineering within the context of the California State Water Project, examining the state-of-the-art data collection and analysis techniques to ensure the safety and reliability of the project in the face of seismic activity. The author details these methods, highlighting the role of sensitive seismographs, mobile seismic laboratories, strong-motion seismographs, and seiche recorders in monitoring seismic data. The book also delves into innovative techniques for measuring gradual tectonic movement, such as Geodimeter measurements, fault quadrilaterals, and tiltmeters. Furthermore, it discusses the development of engineering criteria and design procedures for earthquake-resistant structures, drawing from the author's research and the expertise of a Consulting Board for Earthquake Analysis. By providing a comprehensive overview of the California State Water Project's earthquake engineering program, this book offers valuable insights into managing earthquake hazards in water resource management and infrastructure development. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332258888_0
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