Vol.46 January 2012 Juan W. CHAVEZ
OVERVIEW OF THE CURRENT SEISMIC CODES IN CENTRAL AND SOUTH AMERICA
Authors: Juan W. CHAVEZ
Abstract fulltext
This paper presents an overview of the current (2011) seismic codes in Central and South America. The main aspects of the various seismic provisions of the local model building codes used in the region are presented and briefly discussed. The issues presented include code development, site characterization, building classification, design response spectra, seismic forces and reduction factor, design considerations, construction practice and code enforcement.
Citation: Juan W. CHAVEZ (2012). OVERVIEW OF THE CURRENT SEISMIC CODES IN CENTRAL AND SOUTH AMERICA. Bulletin of IISEE, 46, 153-160.
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