Title:
1999 Turkey Earthquake/Performance of RC Structures
Author(s):
Murat Saatcioglu; N. J. Gardner; and Ahmed Ghobarah
Publication:
Concrete International
Volume:
23
Issue:
3
Appears on pages(s):
46-56
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DOI:
Date:
3/1/2001
Abstract:
A reconnaissance visit was conducted by the authors to Turkey shortly after the August 17, 1999 earthquake to investigate performance of structures during the earthquake. This article presents observations made during the visit, relative to performance of reinforced concrete structures. A brief review of seismological aspects of the earthquake and the relevant provisions of Turkish seismic design code is also provided.