Three-dimensional simulations of ground motions in sedimentary basins
By: Arthur Frankel
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Abstract
This report describes work being done at the U.S. Geological Survey on 3-D simulations of earthquake ground motions in sedimentary basins. The ultimate goal of this research is to predict strong ground motions in sedimentary basins for expected large earthquakes. This report emphasizes the inadequacy of using flat-layered models for synthesizing ground motions in sedimentary basins. 2-D and 3-D simulations have demonstrated how the slope of the alluvium-bedrock interface can trap S-waves in the basins, producing prolonged surface wave trains. These large surface waves are not generated in 1-D flat layered models, which underestimate the duration and peak amplitude of shaking. We present results of 3-D simulations for the San Bernardino and Santa Clara valleys, California, for earthquakes on the San Andreas fault.
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Frankel, A., 1993, Three-dimensional simulations of ground motions in sedimentary basins, in Structural Engineering in Natural Hazards Mitigation, Irvine, CA, USA, 19 April 1993 through 21 April 1993, p. 253-258.
| Publication type | Conference Paper |
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| Publication Subtype | Conference Paper |
| Title | Three-dimensional simulations of ground motions in sedimentary basins |
| ISBN | 0872629104 |
| Year Published | 1993 |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Publ by ASCE |
| Publisher location | New York, NY, United States |
| Larger Work Title | Structural Engineering in Natural Hazards Mitigation |
| First page | 253 |
| Last page | 258 |
| Conference Title | Proceedings of the Symposium on Structural Engineering in Natural Hazards Mitigation |
| Conference Location | Irvine, CA, USA |
| Conference Date | 19 April 1993 through 21 April 1993 |