A textbook and reference for building and design against the effects of earthquakes and wind, for students with some background in analysis and design of simple structures. The majority of the mathematical work in the applied design examples is limited to algebra and geometry, although some chapters require knowledge of trigonometry, vector analysis, and calculus. Covers wind and earthquake effects on buildings, lateral resistive elements and systems, design processes and methods, and strengthening of existing structures. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.
