Earthquakes Of The Indian Subcontinent

Author : C. P. Rajendran
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 9789811647505
Total Pages : 268 pages
Book Rating : 4.0X/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Earthquakes of the Indian Subcontinent: Seismotectonic Perspectives written by C. P. Rajendran and published by Springer. This book was released on 2022-04 with total page 268 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Chapter 1: Introduction (this section will include the geodynamical and plate tectonic aspects of the evolution of the India, Himalayan collision zone and Andaman subduction zone and their bearing on the generation of earthquakes. Chapter 2; Seismological concepts and global seismological research; types of earthquakes: intraplate, interplate and plate boundary earthquakes and the typical examples in India Historical Earthquakes Chapter 3: Uttarkashi, 1803 Chapter 4: Kachchh, 1819 Chapter 5: Shillong, 1897 Chapter 6: Kangra, 1905 Chapter 7: Nepal-Bihar, 1934 Chapter 8: Upper Assam, 1950 Modern Earthquakes Chapter 9: Koyna, 1967 Chapter 10: Killari, 1993 Chapter 11: Jabalpur, 1997 Chapter 12: Bhuj, 2001 Chapter 13: Sumatra-Andaman, 2004 Chapter 14: Kashmir, 2005 Chapter 15: Nepal, 2015 Chapter 16: Future Hazard Scenario

Author : C. P. Rajendran
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 9811647488
Total Pages : 254 pages
Book Rating : 4.82/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Earthquakes of the Indian Subcontinent written by C. P. Rajendran and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2022-02-28 with total page 254 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book highlights some of the interesting recent and historical earthquakes (1803 Uttarkashi, 1819 Kutch, 1897 Shillong, 1905 Kangra, 1934 Nepal-Bihar, 1950 Upper Assam, 1967 Koyna, 1993 Killari, 1997 Jabalpur, 2001 Bhuj, 2004 Sumatra-Andaman, 2005 Kashmir, and 2015 Nepal) that occurred in India and in the vicinity. The tectonic and geodynamic significance of the modern (after the advent of global network) earthquakes in relation to some of the historical earthquakes like the 1819 Kachchh and 1897 Shillong and 1934 Nepal-Bihar earthquakes in the light of newer understanding is discussed. It also contains detailed expositions of seismotectonics and mechanisms of each earthquake. It concludes with touching upon future earthquake hazard scenario in India in view of the present and past earthquakes.

Author : Sekhar Chandra Dutta
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9788179932834
Total Pages : 304 pages
Book Rating : 4.34/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Improving Earthquake and Cyclone Resistance of Structures written by Sekhar Chandra Dutta and published by . This book was released on 2012 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Sekhar Chandra Dutta
Publisher : The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI)
ISBN 13 : 8179933024
Total Pages : 330 pages
Book Rating : 4.22/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Improving Earthquake and Cyclone Resistance of Structures written by Sekhar Chandra Dutta and published by The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI). This book was released on 2012-01-01 with total page 330 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In spite of mankind's triumph in taming nature for his survival and benefit, succumbing to the vagaries of nature has become a regular global concern. Out of the array of different catastrophes, earthquakes and cyclones together are responsible for an overwhelming majority of the global damages caused by natural disasters in the last decade, leaving millions homeless. The loss of property and life are primarily due to failure of structures to withstand such catastrophes, caused often due to lack of implementation of a few guidelines. The evolution of these guidelines is rooted in understanding the principles of the mechanics that regulate the behaviour of the structures under lateral dynamic loading imparted by earthquakes and cyclones.In this context, Improving Earthquake and Cyclone Resistance of Structures: guidelines for the Indian subcontinent, is an attempt to introduce guidelines for the types of building structures frequently observed and built in the Indian subcontinent as well as in other developing countries. The guidelines are meant for both architectural and structural features, and include constructional aspects as well. The book introduces these guidelines in such a manner that all aspects can be properly understood, related, and implemented by practising engineers and architects. On the whole, the book may help develop awareness and sensitized technical manpower for combating the threats posed by natural disasters like earthquakes and cyclones.

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Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781461939931
Total Pages : 304 pages
Book Rating : 4.33/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Improving Earthquake and Cyclone Resistance of Structures written by and published by . This book was released on 2012 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : T. G. Sitharam
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3319595229
Total Pages : 67 pages
Book Rating : 4.21/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Preparing for Earthquakes: Lessons for India written by T. G. Sitharam and published by Springer. This book was released on 2017-10-31 with total page 67 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The primary goals of this brief are to invoke alertness and solidarity among the public in earthquake prone areas of India, and to empower the community to prepare themselves to face and manage the aftermath of an earthquake. The work presented here sheds new light on the action plans to be taken by the common public and public agencies, before, during and after earthquakes to safeguard lives of people and minimize loss of assets. This carefully presented book articulates various factors related to earthquake preparedness, and develops guidelines and useful tips for communicating them to relevant stakeholders. The book has been divided into three parts: (i) the first providing background which explains earthquakes in general and seismicity of India (ii) the second explores earthquake preparedness intended for individuals, families and various stakeholders, and (iii) the final section which describes various strategies for communities to prepare themselves for a future earthquake.

Author : Alik Ismail-Zadeh
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
ISBN 13 : 1139916394
Total Pages : 431 pages
Book Rating : 4.94/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Extreme Natural Hazards, Disaster Risks and Societal Implications written by Alik Ismail-Zadeh and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2014-04-17 with total page 431 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book presents a unique, interdisciplinary approach to disaster risk research, combining cutting-edge natural science and social science methodologies. Bringing together leading scientists, policy makers and practitioners from around the world, it presents the risks of global hazards such as volcanoes, seismic events, landslides, hurricanes, precipitation floods and space weather, and provides real-world hazard case studies from Latin America, the Caribbean, Africa, the Middle East, Asia and the Pacific region. Avoiding complex mathematics, the authors provide insight into topics such as the vulnerability of society, disaster risk reduction policy, relations between disaster policy and climate change, adaptation to hazards, and (re)insurance approaches to extreme events. This is a key resource for academic researchers and graduate students in a wide range of disciplines linked to hazard and risk studies, including geophysics, volcanology, hydrology, atmospheric science, geomorphology, oceanography and remote sensing, and for professionals and policy makers working in disaster prevention and mitigation.

Author : Seth Stein
Publisher : American Geophysical Union
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 444 pages
Book Rating : 4.00/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Plate Boundary Zones written by Seth Stein and published by American Geophysical Union. This book was released on 2002-01-21 with total page 444 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume collects some recent studies on the motions, mechanics, and earthquakes that take place within plate boundary zones. Many of the studies reflect advances made possible by the development of space geodetic techniques. Among the topics of the 21 papers are tectonic processes in the Eurasian-African plate boundary zone, the structure of the Dead Sea basin, the January 2001 Bhuj earthquake in India, geological investigations of the Kamchatka region in Russia, and crustal shortening and extension in the central Andes. There is no index. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR.

Author : K.S. Valdiya
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 0444639721
Total Pages : 458 pages
Book Rating : 4.21/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Neotectonism in the Indian Subcontinent written by K.S. Valdiya and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2017-11-24 with total page 458 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An erudite work on tectonic resurgence in Late Quaternary time of the Indian subcontinent embracing India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bhutan, and Bangladesh, Neotectonism in the Indian Subcontinent dwells on the causes and consequences of tectonic events that fashioned the landscape of a land characterized by a fragmented framework. The narratives on the structural and geomorphic developments during the morphogenic phase of the geodynamic history of the Indian subcontinent explain many phenomena. These include the tremendous height and spectacular structural-geomorphic architecture of the Himalaya, and the behaviour of wayward rivers in the sinking and rising Indo-Gangetic Plains. In addition are the shifting, deflection, piracy, and even disappearance of rivers and streams in the dry desertic terrane of western India, as well as the unique drainage pattern of the ruptured and rifted plateaus and coastal belts of Peninsular India. The formation of huge lakes due to river ponding in the stable continental shield in Karnataka is also explained. All of these phenomena are accompanied by profuse illustrations. Neotectonism in the Indian Subcontinent portrays the evolution of the extraordinary landforms and landscapes of the subcontinent, constituted by multiple terranes of contrasted lithostructural architecture and distinctive geomorphic layout—each with an altogether different geological history. It chronicles events of crustal unrest or tectonic turmoil manifested as displacement, subsidence, and uplift of the ground with bizarre drainage changes and episodic seismicity. This book caters to planners, engineers, and hazard managers, but also satisfies the curiosity of those who are interested in understanding the formation of the Indian subcontinent. Identifies areas and belts recurrently ravaged by geological hazards resulting from neotectonic activities Provides a wealth of information on neotectonic movements and consequent modification of landscape, drainage aberrations, and ground vulnerability, including references that also provide additional resources for those who seek to pursue comprehensive investigations Includes much new observation and refreshing interpretation to explain many of the striking landforms of the region

Author : N. T. Singh
Publisher : Lehigh University Press
ISBN 13 : 9780934223782
Total Pages : 408 pages
Book Rating : 4.85/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Irrigation and Soil Salinity in the Indian Subcontinent written by N. T. Singh and published by Lehigh University Press. This book was released on 2005 with total page 408 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book deals with the development of irrigation in the subcontinent since the beginning of settled agriculture, and its possible connections with the occurrence of salinity and alkalinity in irrigated lands.