What are the objectives of Seismic Design in accordance with Code for seismic design of buildings (GB50011-2010)? (2). Why is the seismic concept design necessary in the engineering practice of structural seismic design?
On May 12,2008, a strong earthquake with Magnitude 8.0 occurred in Wenchuan County, Sichuan
Province, China, causing a large number of building collapse and severe casualties. Post-disaster
investigations showed that the buildings meeting the seismic codes were basically not seriously
damaged or collapsed. According to the 2001 version of the seismic code of China, the seismic
fortification intensity in Wenchuan area is 7~8 degrees, while the actual epicenter intensity is up to 11
degrees. Based on the statement above,
please answer the following questions
(1). What are the objectives of Seismic Design in accordance with Code for seismic design of
buildings (GB50011-2010)?
(2). Why is the seismic concept design necessary in the engineering practice of structural seismic
design?
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