Earthquakes and Sustainable Infrastructure– Neodeterministic (NDSHA) Approach Guarantees Prevention Rather Than Cure.

The article discusses the Neodeterministic (NDSHA) approach to seismic hazard assessment, which aims to prevent seismic disasters rather than simply addressing their consequences. The NDSHA method takes into account the tensor nature of earthquake ground motions and has been proven reliable through experiments conducted over the past 25 years. The article also highlights the organization of the book "Earthquakes and Sustainable Infrastructure- Neodeterministic (NDSHA) Approach Guarantees Prevention Rather Than Cure," which compiles developments in the NDSHA approach and its application in various countries and regions. The book covers topics such as hazard analysis, earthquake forecasting, site response evaluation, and the seismic performance of infrastructure. This book provides a comprehensive exploration of seismic hazard assessment, focusing on the gap between engineering principles and the needs of seismologists, engineering seismologists, and policymakers. It emphasizes the importance of designing infrastructure to withstand future earthquakes and prevent damage. [Extracted from the article]