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Risk Management Series FEMA 454 Designing for earthquakes. A manual for architects
Publication Year
2006
Document Status
Current
Abstract
Gives the principles of seismic design for those without a technical background in engineering or seismology. The guidance is applicable to a wide range of new or existing building types, and many examples are illustrated.
Publisher Information
Federal Emergency Management Agency
The Federal Emergency Management Agency is part of the US Department of Homeland Security.
FEMA Distribution Center
P.O. Box 2012
8231 Stayton Drive
Jessup
FEMA
USA
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Email: FEMAWebmaster@DHS.gov
Tel: 1 800 480 2520
