We analyze the problem of a heterogeneous formulation of the equation of motion and
propose a new 3D fourth-order staggered-grid finite-difference (FD) scheme for modeling …

Studies on landslides by the 2008 Wenchuan earthquake showed that the topography is of
great importance in amplifying the seismic shaking. The present study carried out …

This paper deals with the evaluation of two-dimensional site-effects due to the seismic
interaction between hills with various configurations and underground cavities. The time …

Recent studies found that some structural damage can be attributed to the effect of surface
waves. A shallow underground structure may be heavily influenced by surface waves, which …

This paper investigates the dynamic interaction between a lined tunnel and a hill under
plane SV waves using the indirect boundary element method (IBEM), with the displacement …

This study established a 3D seismic analysis model for the reef-seawater system, in which
the fluid-solid interaction algorithm, the fluid and solid artificial boundaries are adopted for …

It is clear that two-dimensional site effects have a significant impact on the seismic behavior
of topographic features and distribution of earthquake damage. Numerous studies were …

Knowing the factors that increase or decrease the effects of seismic waves is one way to
minimize the damage caused by earthquakes. In recent decades, many researchers have …

In recent years, flood protection systems across the nation have undergone extensive
investigation into their current state and adequacy regarding various potential hazards …

Usually, seismic record stations are established in various topographic slope positions, from
valleys to ridges. In most previous studies, topographic amplification factor (TAF) is …