BS EN 1998-3:2025 Eurocode 8 - Design of structures for earthquake resistance. Assessment and retrofitting of buildings and bridges

Publication Year

2025

Document Status

Current

Abstract

For the assessment, design and retrofitting of buildings and bridges in seismic regions. Covers: terms and definitions, basis of design, structural assessment information, modelling, structural analysis and verification, design of structural intervention, specific rules for: reinforced concrete structures, steel and composite structures, timber buildings, masonry buildings, and bridges.

Document History

This document is considered to be a second generation Eurocode and can be used to prepare for the transition from first to second generation of Eurocodes. The first generation Eurocode should be used as the applicable standard for building and civil engineering works constructed in the UK. First generation Eurocodes will be withdrawn by BSI on 30 March 2028 and will be replaced by second generation Eurocodes. Supersedes BS EN 1998-3:2005. The National Annex contains national choices for buildings and civil engineering works constructed in the UK.

ISBN

9780539229516

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