Cyclones And Earthquakes
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Cyclones And Earthquakes
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Author : Aitor Anduaga Egaña
language : en
Publisher: Ateneo de Manila University Press
Release Date : 2017
Cyclones And Earthquakes written by Aitor Anduaga Egaña and has been published by Ateneo de Manila University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017 with History categories.
How is scientific knowledge produced in a colonial context? Furthermore, how is it possible that two colonies such as Cuba and the Philippines could have among the most notable scientific achievements in the history of nineteenth-century Spain? Finally, what happens when these achievements were driven by a religious order like the Society of Jesus? Why and what kinds of interests were at stake? This book is an original, rigorous and well-documented study of how two central fields of scientific prevention--cyclone prediction and earthquake resistant construction--have their roots in the commercial, military, and educational context of late-nineteenth-century Spanish insular possessions.
Improving Earthquake And Cyclone Resistance Of Structures
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Author : Sekhar Chandra Dutta
language : en
Publisher: The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI)
Release Date : 2012-01-01
Improving Earthquake And Cyclone Resistance Of Structures written by Sekhar Chandra Dutta and has been published by The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-01-01 with Architecture categories.
In spite of mankind's triumph in taming nature for his survival and benefit, succumbing to the vagaries of nature has become a regular global concern. Out of the array of different catastrophes, earthquakes and cyclones together are responsible for an overwhelming majority of the global damages caused by natural disasters in the last decade, leaving millions homeless. The loss of property and life are primarily due to failure of structures to withstand such catastrophes, caused often due to lack of implementation of a few guidelines. The evolution of these guidelines is rooted in understanding the principles of the mechanics that regulate the behaviour of the structures under lateral dynamic loading imparted by earthquakes and cyclones.In this context, Improving Earthquake and Cyclone Resistance of Structures: guidelines for the Indian subcontinent, is an attempt to introduce guidelines for the types of building structures frequently observed and built in the Indian subcontinent as well as in other developing countries. The guidelines are meant for both architectural and structural features, and include constructional aspects as well. The book introduces these guidelines in such a manner that all aspects can be properly understood, related, and implemented by practising engineers and architects. On the whole, the book may help develop awareness and sensitized technical manpower for combating the threats posed by natural disasters like earthquakes and cyclones.
Hurricanes Typhoons And Other Tropical Cyclones
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Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2009
Hurricanes Typhoons And Other Tropical Cyclones written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009 with Cyclones categories.
"A discussion of major types of natural disasters, including descriptions of some of the most destructive; explanations of these phenomena, what causes them, and where they occur; and information about how to prepare for and survive these forces of nature. Features include an activity, glossary, list of resources, and index"--Provided by publisher.
Natural Disasters
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Author : DK
language : en
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Release Date : 2006-04-27
Natural Disasters written by DK and has been published by Dorling Kindersley Ltd this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006-04-27 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
From tsunami to tornadoes, discover nature's awesome potential with this Eyewitness guide. Discover how Earthquakes, floods and hurricanes affect those in their paths, and what measures we can use to protect ourselves from Mother Nature. Learn about the equipment we can use to predict natural disasters, from tsunami magnitude to the earthquake Richter scale. Photography from around the world, and clear diagrams help you understand the amazing power of nature. This a great reference tool for all the family.
Earthquake And Atmospheric Hazards
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Author : Mohammed I. El-Sabh
language : en
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Release Date : 2012-12-06
Earthquake And Atmospheric Hazards written by Mohammed I. El-Sabh and has been published by Springer Science & Business Media this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-12-06 with Nature categories.
Earthquakes and Atmospheric Hazards contains a selection of papers that were presented as part of the Sixth International Symposium on Natural and Man-Made Hazards (HAZARDS-96) held in Toronto, Canada during July, 1996. The Symposium was very timely, given the large number of natural disasters that have occurred in various parts of the world during the 1990s, the United Nations' International Decade for Natural Disaster Reduction (IDNDR). The human reaction to these disasters has varied widely from one event to the next and the economic and social costs have been immense with damage running into billions of dollars. Having in everyone's mind the Northridge, California (1994) and the Kobe, Japan (1995) earthquakes, the volcanoes in the Philippines, the cyclones and related storm surges in Bangladesh, and the floods in North America and Europe caused by heavy rains, the Symposium attracted more than one hundred papers covering various aspects of these events. The eleven papers included in this volume deal with the scientific and management issues of those earthquakes and atmospheric hazards that occurred during the late 1990s, with emphasis on the preparedness aspects. A summary report of the HAZARDS-96 Symposium and recommendations adopted by the participants is also included. Earthquakes and Atmospheric Hazards forms an excellent reference for scientists, students, engineers, the insurance industry, authorities specializing in public safety and natural hazards preparedness and mitigation plans.
Earth Shattering Events
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Author : Robin Jacobs
language : en
Publisher: Cicada Books
Release Date : 2020-05-16
Earth Shattering Events written by Robin Jacobs and has been published by Cicada Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-05-16 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
An atlas of the most extreme meteorological and geological disasters that nature has to offer! We humans take our domination of the planet for granted, but sometimes nature reminds us that this is an illusion. Tectonics rip open the earth, vast waves sweep away coastal towns, magma spews from volcanoes and hurricanes lay waste to entire countries. This book explores nature at its most destructive. Clear, coherent explanations break down the science behind phenomena includ- ing hurricanes, tornadoes, avalanches, earthquakes, tsunamis and volcanoes, alongside fascinating facts about the biggest and the worst. Informative, accessible illustrations by Sophie Williams make this so much more than your standard geography book.
Natural Disasters
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Author : Peter Turner
language : en
Publisher: Redback Publishing
Release Date : 2019-02-01
Natural Disasters written by Peter Turner and has been published by Redback Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-02-01 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
Australia is currently facing several significant environmental issues. In Australia, the natural disasters that play an unpredictable part in all our lives are drought, fires, tropical cyclones, floods and, to a lesser extent, earthquakes. Each of these disasters affect us all, either directly or indirectly. Natural disasters explores the impact that these events have had on Australia. Features of this book include: informative and comprehensive text with photographs; labelled diagrams relevant to the text; fact boxes to highlight interesting information; and a resource list for further information.
The World S Deadliest Natural Disasters
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Author : Claire Henry
language : en
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Release Date : 1900-01-01
The World S Deadliest Natural Disasters written by Claire Henry and has been published by The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1900-01-01 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
Discusses the causes and effects of natural disasters such as cyclones, earthquakes, tsunamis, and tornadoes.
Surviving Natural Disasters
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Author : Janice McCann
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1995
Surviving Natural Disasters written by Janice McCann and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1995 with Natural disasters categories.
Catastrophes
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Author : Donald R. Prothero
language : en
Publisher: JHU Press
Release Date : 2011-04-01
Catastrophes written by Donald R. Prothero and has been published by JHU Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-04-01 with Nature categories.
Devastating natural disasters have profoundly shaped human history, leaving us with a respect for the mighty power of the earth—and a humbling view of our future. Paleontologist and geologist Donald R. Prothero tells the harrowing human stories behind these catastrophic events. Prothero describes in gripping detail some of the most important natural disasters in history: • the New Madrid, Missouri, earthquakes of 1811–1812 that caused church bells to ring in Boston • the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami that killed more than 230,000 people • the massive volcanic eruptions of Krakatau, Mount Tambora, Mount Vesuvius, Mount St. Helens, and Nevado del Ruiz His clear and straightforward explanations of the forces that caused these disasters accompany gut-wrenching accounts of terrifying human experiences and a staggering loss of human life. Floods that wash out whole regions, earthquakes that level a single country, hurricanes that destroy everything in their path—all are here to remind us of how little control we have over the natural world. Dramatic photographs and eyewitness accounts recall the devastation wrought by these events, and the people—both heroes and fools—that are caught up in the earth's relentless forces. Eerie, fascinating, and often moving, these tales of geologic history and human fortitude and folly will stay with you long after you put the book down.