Evaluation of seismic design spectrum based on UHS implementing fourth-generation seismic hazard maps of Canada

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• 作者：Ali Ahmed ; Rafiq Hasan ; Oscar A. Pekau
• 关键词：Uniform Hazard Spectrum ; Probability of exceedance ; Seismic response coefficient ; Confidence level
• 刊名：International Journal of Advanced Structural Engineering (IJASE)
• 出版年：2016
• 出版时间：December 2016
• 年：2016
• 卷：8
• 期：4
• 页码：411-422
• 全文大小：3,305 KB
• 刊物主题：Building Construction;
• 出版者：Springer Berlin Heidelberg
• ISSN：2008-6695
• 卷排序：8

文摘

Two recent developments have come into the forefront with reference to updating the seismic design provisions for codes: (1) publication of new seismic hazard maps for Canada by the Geological Survey of Canada, and (2) emergence of the concept of new spectral format outdating the conventional standardized spectral format. The fourth-generation seismic hazard maps are based on enriched seismic data, enhanced knowledge of regional seismicity and improved seismic hazard modeling techniques. Therefore, the new maps are more accurate and need to incorporate into the Canadian Highway Bridge Design Code (CHBDC) for its next edition similar to its building counterpart National Building Code of Canada (NBCC). In fact, the code writers expressed similar intentions with comments in the commentary of CHBCD 2006. During the process of updating codes, NBCC, and AASHTO Guide Specifications for LRFD Seismic Bridge Design, American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials, Washington (2009) lowered the probability level from 10 to 2% and 10 to 5%, respectively. This study has brought five sets of hazard maps corresponding to 2%, 5% and 10% probability of exceedance in 50 years developed by the GSC under investigation. To have a sound statistical inference, 389 Canadian cities are selected. This study shows the implications of the changes of new hazard maps on the design process (i.e., extent of magnification or reduction of the design forces).