Seismic per ASCE 07 vs the Richter scale
Seismic per ASCE 07 vs the Richter scale
(OP)
I have completed a seismic analysis of a structure and the client wants to know what the earthquake intensity would be on the Richter scale. Is it possible for me to give him an answer?





RE: Seismic per ASCE 07 vs the Richter scale
The codes are just looking at accelerations - so there must be some type of comparison.
Maybe a Google on Richter scales would give you an idea of what accelerations to expect based on the R number.
RE: Seismic per ASCE 07 vs the Richter scale
That said, the building may still be a complete and worthless wreck.