Research Article
Mar 1971
Seismic Analysis of Nuclear Power Plant Structures
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Nuclear power stations, due to the consideration of insuring public safety, must be designed to withstand the effects of postulated strong motion earthquakes. A few of the many aspects of a complete seismic analysis are discussed. The loadings on the structures are determined by a dynamic analysis. The mathematical bases for the two most common methods of analysis, the response spectrum method and the time-history method, are presented. A description of an analytical model which includes the torsional response is given. There are a large number of component structures and items of equipment which cannot be included individually in the dynamic analysis of the building structures. A discussion of current methods for determining the dynamic response of these components and a suggested solution of the problem is presented. A discussion of the analysis of piping systems and soil-structure interaction is given.
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Journal of the Power Division
Volume 97 • Issue 2 • March 1971
Pages: 367 - 394
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© 1971 American Society of Civil Engineers.
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Published in print: Mar 1971
Published online: Feb 11, 2021
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Richard N. Bergstrom, F.ASCE
Partner, Sargent & Lundy Engineers, Chicago, Ill.
Shih-Lung Chu, M.ASCE
Asst. Head, Analytical and Computer Div., Sargent & Lundy Engineers, Chicago, Ill.
Robert J. Small, AM.ASCE
Chf. Struct. Design Engr., Sargent & Lundy Engineers, Chicago, Ill.
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