ABSTRACT
After reading this chapter, you will be able to:
Use response spectra to calculate the maximum response of a structure, specifically displacements and base shear
Obtain a design elastic response spectrum
Use design response spectra to calculate maximum response of a structure, specifically displacements and base shear
Develop an inelastic response spectrum
Use an inelastic response spectrum to calculate the maximum response of a structure, specifically displacements and base shear
