Pseudo-static analysis is still the most-used method to assess
the stability of geotechnical systems that are exposed to
earthquake forces. However, this method does not provide any
information about the deformations and permanent displacements
induced by seismic activity. Moreover, it is questionable to use
this approach when geotechnical systems are affected by frequent
and rare seismic events. Incidentally, the peak ground acceleration
has increased from 0.2-0.3 g in the seventies to the current value
of 0.6-0.8 g. Therefore, a shift from the pseudo-static approach to
performance-based analysis is needed.
Over the past five years considerable progress has been made in
Earthquake Geotechnical Engineering Design (EGED). The most recent
advances are presented in this book in 6 parts.
The evaluation of the site amplification is covered in Part I of
the book. In Part II the evaluation of the soil foundation
stability against natural slope failure and liquefaction is
treated. In the following 3 Parts of the book the EGED for
different geotechnical systems is presented as follows: the design
of levees and dams including natural slopes in Part III; the design
of foundations and soil structure interaction analysis in Part IV;
underground structures in Part V. Finally in Part VI, new topics
like the design of reinforced earth retaining walls and landfills
are covered.
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