Liquefaction

Calculation Reference
Liquefaction Earthquake
Soil Liqufaction During Earthquakes
Earthquake Engineering

'Soil Liquefaction During Earthquakes' is an EERI (Earthquake Engineering Research Institute) Monograph, MNO-12, authored by I.M. Idriss and R.W. Boulanger, published in 2008. The monograph is a comprehensive resource on the topic of soil liquefaction, its occurrence, and its effects on structures during earthquakes. It aims to provide a practical understanding of the phenomenon, the associated risks, and the latest methods for evaluating liquefaction potential.

The monograph is divided into several chapters, covering topics such as:

1. Introduction: A brief overview of the phenomenon of soil liquefaction and its significance during earthquakes.

2. Liquefaction mechanism: Explanation of the process of soil liquefaction, including the factors that contribute to its occurrence, such as soil type, groundwater conditions, and seismic loading.

3. Field performance: A discussion of various case histories illustrating the effects of soil liquefaction on structures, including examples of successful and unsuccessful performance.

4. Liquefaction potential evaluation: Presentation of the current state of the art methods for assessing the liquefaction potential of soils, including simplified procedures, laboratory testing, and advanced numerical modeling techniques.

5. Post-liquefaction strength and deformations: Analysis of the residual strength and deformation behavior of liquefied soils and their impact on structures.

6. Mitigation measures: Overview of various ground improvement techniques and design strategies for mitigating the effects of soil liquefaction on structures.

7. Performance-based earthquake engineering: Introduction to the performance-based earthquake engineering approach and its application to soil liquefaction problems.

'Soil Liquefaction During Earthquakes' serves as a valuable reference for researchers, engineers, and students working in the field of geotechnical earthquake engineering. It provides a thorough understanding of the phenomenon of soil liquefaction and offers practical guidance for evaluating and mitigating its effects on structures during earthquakes.