This book begins with explanations of the significance of structural retrofitting, the retrofitting procedure of building structures, and the principles of retrofitting design. The authors then describe methods for inspecting and evaluating structures, considering such aspects a…
Retrofitting of building structures, including maintenance, rehabilitation, and strengthening, is not only an important issue in urban construction and management, but also a frequent problem to structural engineers in property management disciplines. Based on the contributors' …
"This book presents a systematic introduction to particle damping technologies, which can be used to effectively mitigate seismic-induced and wind-induced vibration in various structures. Further, it offers comprehensive information on the latest research advances, e.g. a refine…