Irregularities and Prediction of Major Disasters

by Shoucheng OuYang and Yi Lin

Book Overview

Although scientists have effectively employed the concepts of probability to address the complex problem of prediction, modern science still falls short in establishing true predictions with meaningful lead times of zero-probability major disasters. The recent earthquakes in Haiti, Chile, and China are tragic reminders of the critical need for improved methods of predicting natural disasters. Drawing on their vast practical experience and theoretical...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0367384426
• ISBN13: 9780367384425
• Release Date: September 2019
• Publisher: Auerbach Publications
• Length: 627 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"