“A Review Paper on Seismic Vulnerability and Evaluation Methodology of Buildings”

Abstract

Seismic vulnerability and its evaluation are a critical issue involving various parameters of structural safety. Various types of vulnerability index method and assessment procedures have been identified by various researchers across the world. This paper summarizes the seismic vulnerability assessment methodology for various typology of buildings. Various rapid visual screening methodologies used in the country have been also reviewed. Various parameters such as number of stories, materials of construction its impact on vulnerability have been discussed. The development of new vulnerability assessment methodology has been described. In few literature paper, retrofit solutions have been discussed for most vulnerable buildings.