Fundamentals of Continuum Theory of Seismic Microzonation

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Rubric:     Seismic zoning   
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Basic concepts of seismic microzoning in Russia are the degree of intensity and ground categories that correspond to discrete structure in the ratio «seismic impact ? reaction of the ground». Meanwhile, the parameters of seismic effects, and the parameters of ground properties are continuous in the space. The article expounds the basic theory, adequately representing the above mentioned space continuity. Thus, many the concepts of seismic microzoning, used now, become either more correct, or unnecessary.