Development of a probabilistic liquefaction potential map for Metro Manila

Date of Publication

1-2014

Document Type

Master's Thesis

Subject Categories

Structural Engineering

College

Gokongwei College of Engineering

Department/Unit

Civil Engineering

Thesis Adviser

Jonathan Rivera Dungca

Abstract/Summary

The study aimed to create a probabilistic liquefaction potential map for Metro Manila. The soil data came from approximately 1000+ borehole data logs which were then interpolated by means of the Kriging method. The output can be used to provide details needed in the national structural code of the Philippines. It would not only show the type of soil beneath the site but also the corresponding coefficients that are in line with the soil data. Data on earthquakes would also be provided. This includes the most probable earthquake magnitude from a specific distance that could trigger liquefaction in the area of interest and also the possible ground motion it would cause. This would also show the different source type and distance of active faults that are near the area of interest, all of which are also needed for structural design in accordance to the NSCP. Lastly, the main focus on liquefaction potential where it would show the probability of liquefaction occurring by combining the different probabilities from both earthquake opportunity and liquefaction susceptibility. All these were intended for the benefit of the local government especially in their current development of the Geohazard Mapping Assessment Program.

Abstract Format

html

Language

English

Accession Number

CDTG005935

Shelf Location

Archives, The Learning Commons, 12F Henry Sy, Sr. Hall

Keywords

Soil liquefaction—Philippines

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9-4-2023

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