Earthquake Damage: Inspection, Evaluation and Repair

Chapters include:

Earthquakes and ground response
An earthquake catastrophe
Foundation damage from earthquakes
Superstructure damage from earthquakes
Pre-quake damages
Damage inspection and evaluation procedures
Determining earthquake repairs: An insurance perspective
Ground stabilization
Foundation repair
Superstructure and appurtanences repairs
Analysis of repair alternatives
Estimating the cost of repair
Monitoring reconstruction work