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Introduction
This chapter serves as an introduction to the book. The application and scope of its recommendations for hybrid coupled wall systems are discussed....
System Behavior, Analysis, and Design Considerations
This chapter discusses system behavior, analysis, and design considerations. Topics include selection of coupling ratio; analysis models for HCWs; and system design philosophy....
Prescriptive Design Method (PrDM)
This chapter discusses the prescriptive design method (PrDM). Topics include classification according to current provisions; system analysis; vertical redistribution of coupling beam forces;...
Alternative Hybrid Wall Systems
This chapter discusses alternative hybrid wall systems. Topics include unbonded post-tensioned coupled wall systems; steel coupling beam with fuse; and composite shear plate coupling beam....
Critical Infrastructure
This chapter provides an overview of critical infrastructure and its importance to prosperity in the United States....
Guiding Principles for Critical Infrastructure
This chapter introduces the four guiding principles for critical infrastructure that were developed by the ASCE Critical Infrastructure Guidance Task Committee and reviewed by participants...
Quantify, Communicate, and Manage Risk
This chapter discusses the first guiding principle for critical infrastructure: quantify, communicate, and manage risk....
Employ an Integrated Systems Approach
This chapter discusses the second guiding principle for critical infrastructure: employ an integrated systems approach....
Exercise Sound Leadership, Management, and Stewardship
This chapter discusses the third guiding principle for critical infrastructure: exercise sound leadership, management, and stewardship....
Adapt to Dynamic Conditions and Practice
This chapter discusses the fourth guiding principle for critical infrastructure: adapt critical infrastructure in response to dynamic conditions and practice....
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Leveling Metrication
Advances in Watershed Management and Fluvial Hazard Mitigation Using Artificial Neural Networks and Remote Sensing
Watershed and channel management across spatial and temporal scales requires an informed, interdisciplinary approach by experts and stakeholders, who often have disparate goals and objectives....
Flood Warning System for the Sutlej River in Remote Northern India
Through a collaborative effort of the Central Water Commission (CWC) of India, the U.S. Agency for International Development (which provided funding for the project), Riverside Technology,...
Metrication Matters
Thoughts on Metrication
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