Spatial seismic vulnerability assessment of masonry buildings in old Dhaka, Bangladesh | |
| Author | Jony, Md. Bony Amin |
| Call Number | AIT SSPR no.ST-22-01 |
| Subject(s) | Masonry--Earthquake effects Buildings--Earthquake effects Earthquake engineering |
| Note | Submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the Degree of Master of Engineering in Structural Engineering, School of Engineering and Technology |
| Publisher | Asian Institute of Technology |
| Series Statement | Special studies project report ; no. ST-22-01 |
| Abstract | Bangladesh is facing a high risk of moderate to strong earthquakes that may result in widespread damage and loss of thousands of lives also the risk of tsunami as four active sources of earthquake in the Bay of Bengal can generate tremors with a magnitude of over 7 on the Richter scale in the Bay affecting the country seriously. Bangladesh is ill prepared to tackle the aftermath of any strong earthquake. Five geological fault lines run through the country, exposing it to highly vulnerable of a major quake by the experts. If a massive earthquake with 7 or greater magnitude occurred in this country will led a major human tragedy due to the faulty structures of many buildings and proper awareness. Thus, the study has been taken to promote efficient knowledge of the major causes, emerging risks, vulnerable zones, proper preparedness, impacts and approaches of mitigate impacts of earthquake in Bangladesh perspective. |
| Year | 2022 |
| Corresponding Series Added Entry | Asian Institute of Technology. Special studies project report ; no. ST-22-01 |
| Type | Special Study Project Report (SSPR) |
| School | School of Engineering and Technology |
| Department | Department of Civil and Infrastucture Engineering (DCIE) |
| Academic Program/FoS | Structural Engineering (STE) /Former Name = Structural Engineering and Construction (ST) |
| Chairperson(s) | Krishna, Chaitanya; |
| Examination Committee(s) | Pennung Wanitchai;Thanakorn Pheeraphan; |
| Scholarship Donor(s) | Government of Bangladesh (LGED); |
| Degree | Special Studies Project Report (M. Eng.) - Asian Institute of Technology, 2022 |