{"title":"Series: ICOLD Bulletins Series","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eICOLD Bulletins Series\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a diverse range of insightful works spanning philosophy, psychology, finance, technology, history, and beyond. Readers can expect thoughtful explorations that challenge perspectives and deepen understanding across multiple disciplines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith titles touching on everything from value investing and systems security to travel and children’s stories, this series caters to curious minds seeking both practical knowledge and imaginative journeys. It blends rigorous analysis with engaging storytelling, making it a distinctive addition to any collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"position-paper-dam-safety-and-earthquakes-9781138490109","title":"Position Paper Dam Safety and Earthquakes","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEarthquakes have always been a significant aspect of the design and safety of dams. \u003cem\u003ePosition Paper Dam Safety and Earthquakes\u003c\/em\u003e deals with the seismic safety of large dams, based on experiences with large earthquakes in Japan (Tohoku earthquake, 2011, Richter magnitude 9.0), in China (Wenchuan earthquake, 2008, Richter magnitude 8.0) and in Chile (Maule earthquake, 2010, Richter magnitude 8.8). It presents ways to prevent key aspects of large dam failure under severe seismic conditions with a focus on design instead of on earthquake prediction. This is achieved by considering the prevention of uncontrolled rapid release of water from a storage dam under full reservoir conditions in relation to expected seismic conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis position paper is composed by the Committee on Seismic Aspects of Dam Design of The International Committee of Large Dams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLes tremblements de terre ont toujours été un aspect important de la conception et de la sécurité des barrages. Ce document de synthèse traite de la sécurité sismique des grands barrages, en se fondant sur l’expérience acquise lors de grands séismes au Japon (séisme de Tohoku, 2011, magnitude 9,0 sur l’échelle de Richter), en Chine (séisme de Wenchuan, 2008, magnitude 8,0 sur l’échelle de Richter) et au Chili (séisme de Maule, 2010, magnitude 8,8 sur l’échelle de Richter). Il présente des moyens de prévenir les aspects clés de la défaillance des grands barrages dans des conditions sismiques sévères en mettant l’accent sur la conception plutôt que sur la prévision des séismes. Pour ce faire, on examine la prévention d’une libération rapide et incontrôlée de l’eau d’un barrage de stockage dans des conditions de réservoir plein par rapport aux conditions sismiques prévues.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCet argumentaire est composé par le Comité sur les Aspects Sismiques des Projets de Barrages de la Commission Internationale des Grands Barrages.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Taylor \u0026 Francis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47607387259116,"sku":"9781138490109","price":75.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781138490109-position-paper-dam-safety-and-earthquakes.jpg?v=1778163998"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/series-icold-bulletins-series.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}