Abstract

This research program considers the effect of underground structures--such as the subway--in amplifying earthquake-induced ground motion in the valley of Mexico City. The effect is modeled analytically and then the results are compared with evidence collected during the Mexican earthquake of September 19,1985.

  Funding Agency

Agency
National Science Foundation (NSF)
Institute
Division of Civil, Mechanical, and Manufacturing Innovation (CMMI)
Type
Standard Grant (Standard)
Application #
8610927
Program Officer
Clifford J. Astill
Project Start
Project End
Budget Start
1986-07-01
Budget End
1988-06-30
Support Year
Fiscal Year
1986
Total Cost
$94,742
Indirect Cost

  Institution

Name
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Department
Type
DUNS #
City
Cambridge
State
MA
Country
United States
Zip Code
02139