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Why Do Buildings Collapse in Earthquakes?Discover the critical insights in 'Why Do Buildings Collapse in Earthquakes?', a comprehensive guide that delves into earthquake engineering and disaster preparedness. This essential resource, published by John Wiley & Sons in 2021, sheds light on the vulnerabilities of structures in seismic zones and offers strategies for enhancing building safety. With 304 pages of in depth analysis, readers will explore the catastrophic lessons learned from the
Discover the critical insights in 'Why Do Buildings Collapse in Earthquakes?', a comprehensive guide that delves into earthquake engineering and disaster preparedness. This essential resource, published by John Wiley & Sons in 2021, sheds light on the vulnerabilities of structures in seismic zones and offers strategies for enhancing building safety. With 304 pages of in-depth analysis, readers will explore the catastrophic lessons learned from the last three decades of global earthquakes and how these lessons can shape safer building practices. This book is a must-read for architects, engineers, designers, and anyone involved in construction within earthquake-prone areas. Gain valuable knowledge about design and maintenance strategies aimed at reducing risk and protecting building occupants. The text not only addresses what contributes to building collapse during earthquakes but also discusses the historical fatality trends and the importance of ethical responsibility among those involved in the built environment. Whether you’re a professional or a concerned individual, this insightful analysis will equip you with practical information to advocate for seismic safety in your community. Don't miss the chance to learn from leading experts in earthquake engineering and secure your understanding of how to build for safety in seismic areas. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9781119619420.Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781119619420
Year: 2021
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 304
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WHY DO BUILDINGS COLLAPSE IN EARTHQUAKES?
Learn from the personal experience and insights of leading earthquake engineering specialists as they examine the lessons from disasters of the last 30 years and propose a path to earthquake safety worldwide
Why Do Buildings Collapse in Earthquakes?: Building for Safety in Seismic Areas delivers an insightful and comprehensive analysis of the key lessons taught by building failures during earthquakes around the world. The book uses empirical evidence to describe the successes of earthquake engineering and disaster preparedness, as well as the failures that may have had tragic consequences.
Readers will learn what makes buildings in earthquake zones vulnerable, what can be done to design, build and maintain those buildings to reduce or eliminate that vulnerability, and what can be done to protect building occupants. Those who are responsible for the lives and safety of building occupants and visitors?architects, designers, engineers, and building owners or managers?will learn how to provide adequate safety in earthquake zones. The text offers useful and accessible answers to anyone interested in natural disasters generally and those who have specific concerns about the impact of earthquakes on the built environment.
Readers will benefit from the inclusion of:
A thorough introduction to how buildings have behaved in earthquakes, including a description of the world?s most lethal earthquakes and the fatality trend over time
An exploration of how buildings are constructed around the world, including considerations of the impact of climate and seismicity on
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★★★★★ 5
Takes time to install right.
Size: 3 Pcs 5 Tier, Not included planks, Size: 3 Pcs 5 Tier, Not included planks
Saw a few complaints about this product in the reviews before ordering but gave it a shot anyways. Took a little longer than I would have liked to install, but was only time consuming, not difficult. I made sure at least 2 screws on each base plate were into studs so it's more than sturdy. Hung each of the 3 brackets by 1 screw, marked the rest of the holes, took it back off the wall, installed anchors where needed, and finally screwed each back up fully. And for the people saying that the threads don't line up once snug, try switching out a fitting or pipe so it's a different thread mesh. If that doesn't work, just over tighten the fitting. Furthest one I pushed was nearly 3/4 of a turn past finger tight. I don't have a single loose connection on the whole shelf. My wife can't wait for us to go to lowes tomorrow for the wooden shelves to finish off the bookshelf this will be for her.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 27, 2022
★★★★★ 4
Great product and price
Size: 3 Set 3-Tier, Planks Not Included
Nice quality product Great product
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Reviewed in the United States on March 22, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Worth the money!
Size: 3 Set 3-Tier, Planks Not Included, Size: 3 Set 3-Tier, Planks Not Included
Such a good buy! High quality and easy to assemble. I will warn that hanging them is a little tricky (We read several reviews saying this and thought “they’re just dumb”, we were definitely wrong. I recommend installing/ attaching the middle level of plates first before attaching the tops and bottoms. It just made it easier for us to keep everything level throughout the process) but other than that very happy with this purchase! We hung three 12 inch boards inside and it added SO much storage and looks so nice! Definitely worth the money!
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Reviewed in the United States on August 18, 2025
★★★★★ 5
Takes up a lot of visual space
Size: 3 Set 4-Tier, Planks Not Included
Great product. Goes together easily and quickly. Everything was there that was needed. Looks great and is consistent with my industrial look; however, we're converting a stairwell to the basement to a pantry and wanted to use these shelves there. It takes up an inordinate anount of visual space and made it feel claustrophobic to me. I tried to come up with someplace to use it, but it's a very small house. If you have the space, you won't be disappointed with these shelves.
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Reviewed in the United States on October 18, 2025
★★★★★ 5
Nice sturdy shelf
Size: 3 Set 4-Tier, Planks Not Included, Size: 3 Set 4-Tier, Planks Not Included
I really love my shelf. It is nice and sturdy. I use it in my salon studio.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 28, 2026