Seismic Isolation for Earthquake-resistant Structures

A presentation of an alternative method in earthquake engineering, called seismic isolation. Explains the performance-based design approach in detail, showing how it can be used to minimize earthquake-induced loads and mitigate or minimize damage in low to medium rise buildings.

"Basic theories and knowledge on base isolation are clearly presented almost in layman's terms....approachable to undergraduate students and junior engineers...a useful reference in practical design of base-isolated structures." --Applied Mechanics Review, Vol 54, No 6, November 2001