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Earthquake Resistant Design of Structures by Pankaj Agarwal and Manish Shrikhande
Earthquakes are natural phenomena that can cause severe damage to buildings and infrastructure. To minimize the risk of collapse and loss of life, engineers need to design structures that can withstand the effects of seismic forces. One of the books that provides comprehensive and well-organized information on this topic is Earthquake Resistant Design of Structures by Pankaj Agarwal and Manish Shrikhande, published by PHI Learning Pvt. Ltd. in 2006 .
The book covers the concepts and principles of earthquake resistant design of structures in an easy-to-read style. It adopts a step-by-step approach, starting from the fundamentals of structural dynamics to application of seismic codes in analysis and design of structures. The book also focuses on seismic evaluation and retrofitting of reinforced concrete and masonry buildings. The book has been enriched with a…