Abstract
We present here a novel approach to assess paleo strong ground motions from dynamic back analysis of key block displacements in a Roman arch and collapse of columns in a Byzantine church using the numerical discontinuous deformation analysis method. The obtained threshold values for paleo peak horizontal ground acceleration are utilized as an independent validity check for H-PGA predictions recommended by the local seismic building codes. Preliminary results from two different sites provide a good agreement between the H-PGA estimates arrived at by the two independent approaches.
Original language | English |
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State | Published - 1 Dec 2008 |
Event | 42nd U.S. Rock Mechanics - 2nd U.S.-Canada Rock Mechanics Symposium 2008 - San Francisco, CA, United States Duration: 29 Jun 2008 → 2 Jul 2008 |
Conference
Conference | 42nd U.S. Rock Mechanics - 2nd U.S.-Canada Rock Mechanics Symposium 2008 |
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Country/Territory | United States |
City | San Francisco, CA |
Period | 29/06/08 → 2/07/08 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Geochemistry and Petrology
- Geophysics