I am interested in obtaining a copy

[Kramer]

I am interested in obtaining a copy of research done by Ploessel and Slosson (1974) regarding the level of seismic response actually felt by a structure as compared to the peak ground acceleration. Does anyone know where I can obtain a copy?

I am working with someone who is interpreting this research as saying that the design acceleration for short buildings is simply 2/3 of the peak ground acceleration at the site. Is anyone familiar with this work?

 

[behakimi]

dear friend

regarding the design spectra introduced by codes of practice (ubc for instance) this is not true. seismic demands in low rise building s are even more severe than tall buildings. You have to consider more ductility for lower buildings and so on. I can refer you to Bertero, Krawinkler, Miranda, as well. But a look at codes may guide you well.

 

[emceditor]

Check out the International Building Code (IBC). The design spectral response acceleration factors SDS and SD1 are 2/3 of the maximum considered earthquake spectral response acceleration (See section 1615.1.3)