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🏢 Shake-Proof Buildings? It's Possible! 🌎 Meet earthquake isolators - the tech making structures safer in seismic zones! How they work: • Act like shock absorbers for buildings • Allow horizontal movement while supporting vertically • Reduce force transmitted to the structure Benefits: ✅ Less swaying during quakes ✅ Enhanced stability ✅ Improved safety for occupants Why it matters: • Protects lives • Preserves property • Keeps essential services running Architects & engineers are using these to build a more resilient future. Disclaimer: I don't intend any copyright (DM for credit or removal) #Earthquake #Isolators #Safety #ShakeProofBuildings #InnovativeEngineering #DisasterResilience

Designing Buildings for Earthquake Resistance Welcome to Designo Inferno! In this video, we delve into the crucial aspects of designing buildings for earthquake resistance. Discover the innovative strategies and technologies that civil engineers use to create resilient structures capable of withstanding seismic forces. From flexible designs and reinforced materials to advanced seismic technologies, learn how these techniques ensure safety and stability during earthquakes. At Designo Inferno, our team of expert Australian consultants is committed to creating safe and resilient buildings. Join us as we explore the fascinating world of earthquake-resistant design and stay tuned for more insights on architectural innovations. #earthquakeresistance #civilengineering #buildingdesign #seismicsafety #structuralengineering #resilientdesign #innovativearchitecture #designoinferno #safetyfirst #engineeringexcellence #smartbuildings #seismictechnology #constructioninnovation

📢 #New_post: 📍 If you find this topic interesting,Please #Like or #share it so others can also see it.✅ 📝 (#Article_Number_ 2️⃣ 1️⃣ 0️⃣ ) ▶📬 Berg-Ltd@mail.ir, Berg.engineering.group@gmail.com 👉 📱 You can always ask for the PDF file of the Papers 📑 shared here by contacting ▶ (+989212392529) during office hours, 9 Am - 4:30 pm (IRST) 🕰 on WhatsApp or Telegram App, Please Indicate the article code in your message. 📌Recent earthquakes have demonstrated that code-conforming modern (i.e. post1970s) reinforced concrete (RC) buildings can satisfy life safety performance objectives. However, the accumulated earthquake damage in these modern buildings raised concerns about their performance in future events, contributing to widespread demolition and long-term closure of damaged buildings. The economic and environmental impacts associated with the demolition and longterm closure of modern buildings led to societal demands for improved design procedures to limit damage and shorten recovery time after earthquakes. To address societal demands, this study proposes a damage-control-oriented seismic design approach that targets functional recovery by ensuring structural component demands do not exceed the damage-control limit state (DLS) under design-level events. Herein, DLS is defined as the post-earthquake state beyond which the strength and deformation capacity of a structural component is compromised, and its performance in a future event cannot be relied upon without safety-critical repair. This study proposes a methodology to determine component deformation limits for the design of structures for damage control. Using the developed methodology, we propose component rotation limits for RC beams, columns, and walls. The seismic performance and capability of buildings designed using the proposed design approach to satisfy recovery-based performance objectives is demonstrated through nonlinear response history and recovery analyses (using the ATC-138 methodology) of four archetype frame buildings, designed per New Zealand standards to different beam deformation limits. The analyses show that building codes can achieve functional recovery using the proposed component deformation limits without the need for sophisticated recovery analyses. #Keywords:#Repairability, #seismic_design, #concrete_structures, #functional_recovery, #re_occupancy, #recovery_based_design, #damage_control

🏗️🌍 Earthquake Resistant Design: The Right and Wrong Way 🌍🏗️ Building for seismic safety is all about the right design! Here’s a comparison to help understand the wrong vs correct methods of earthquake-resistant construction: ❌ Wrong Design: Weak Lower Levels 🚧⬇️ Discontinued Vertical Elements 🚫🔀 Weak Columns 🚧🔻 ✅ Correct Design: Strong Lower Levels 🏢⬆️ Symmetrical Skeleton ⚖️🦴 Strong Columns 💪🏗️ Ensuring strong, well-designed structures can make all the difference during seismic activity! 🌍💪 Let’s build resilient and safe environments together. 👷♂️👷♀️ 📲 Call Us: 🇨🇦 (647) 361-0188 🇺🇸 (323) 282-3610 🌐 Visit Us: www.pontisconstruction.com #EarthquakeResistant #SeismicSafety #ConstructionDesign #StructuralEngineering #StrongBuildings #WeakPoints #BuildingSafety #EarthquakeProtection #StrongColumns #SymmetryInDesign #ResilientStructures #StructuralIntegrity #SeismicResilience #SmartConstruction #PontisConstruction #SafeDesign

https://lnkd.in/gFDARbWH In regions prone to seismic activity, the structural integrity of commercial buildings is of paramount importance. Earthquakes pose significant risks to buildings, infrastructure, and human lives, making effective seismic design essential. This blog explores the impact of seismic design on commercial building structures, along with mitigation strategies and best practices to enhance resilience and safety. #SeismicDesign #CommercialBuildings #MitigationStrategies #BestPractices #StructuralEngineering #EarthquakeSafety

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝗯𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗲 𝗱𝗮𝗺𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝗱𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗲𝗶𝘀𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀? Buildings can be made more resilient to earthquakes by disconnecting the construction from the ground's horizontal movements. These systems establish a flexible link between the building and its foundation through the use of specialised bearings or pads. The ground shifts horizontally during an earthquake, but the building's bearings keep it mostly steady. By drastically reducing the transmission of seismic pressures to the structure, this decoupling effect minimises structural damage and guarantees occupant safety. 𝗔𝗱𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆, 𝗯𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺𝘀 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗶𝘀𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆, further protecting the building. The energy produced by the earthquake is absorbed and dispersed by the flexible bearings, lessening the effect on the structure. This creative style of seismic design has proven to be very successful in earthquake-prone areas, offering a dependable and affordable way to protect structures from seismic activity. #seismic #creativity #earthquake #letsconnect #civil #engineering #design #construction #buildings #structure #technology #advancedtechnology

Building for Earthquake Resistance In earthquake-prone areas, designing buildings to withstand seismic forces is crucial. Key techniques include: Flexible materials: Using reinforced concrete and structural steel to absorb and dissipate seismic energy. Balanced design: Symmetrical and well-distributed structures reduce the risk of uneven damage. Shear walls & bracing: Strengthen buildings against lateral forces to prevent collapse. Base isolation systems: Allow buildings to move independently from their foundations, reducing the impact of ground shaking. By combining smart design and advanced materials, we can ensure safer, more resilient buildings in seismic zones. #EarthquakeSafety #ResilientDesign #SeismicEngineering #ConstructionInnovation #StructuralSafety

[ The effect of shear wall design applications on high-rise buildings ] High-rise buildings are susceptible to swaying in response to wind and seismic loads. See how shear walls help minimize this sway by stiffening the building's structure, making it more rigid and less prone to excessive movement. This reduction in sway improves comfort for occupants and mitigates the risk of structural damage. Shear walls distribute the applied lateral loads to the foundation and other structural elements, effectively transferring these loads to the ground. This ensures that the building remains stable during extreme loading conditions. Thus, these provide resistance against lateral forces, and also enhance the overall structural integrity of the building, which helps prevent deformation and displacement of structural components, reducing the risk of structural failure during earthquake events. #seismicdesign #shearwall #earthquakeengineering #seismology #finiteelementmodelling #highrisebuilding #etabs #simulation #thanksforwatching

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📌The Often Overlooked Heroes of Seismic Resilience 👉While working on my current project, I found myself diving into the world of seismic demand calculations for non-structural components. It wasn’t just a technical exercise; it was an eye-opener💡. Think about it—when we talk about earthquake design, our minds naturally focus on the big, load-bearing elements: beams, columns, and walls. But what about the smaller, non-structural components? Ceilings, partitions, cladding, and even mechanical systems? These might seem secondary, but during an earthquake, their failure can lead to significant damage 💀, costly repairs, and even endanger lives. 📌 Why should we, as designers, care about seismic demands on non-structural components? The answer lies in performance. Imagine a hospital during an earthquake. The building itself may remain standing, thanks to robust structural design, but if critical systems like HVAC units, suspended ceilings, or medical equipment fail, the functionality of the hospital is compromised. This can have catastrophic consequences when those facilities are needed most. This realization struck me hard: a structure’s resilience is only as strong as its weakest link. 💡By considering seismic demands on non-structural components, we: 1. Reduce economic losses from repair or replacement. 2. Ensure functionality of essential services during and after seismic events. 3. Prioritize safety by minimizing hazards from falling debris or equipment. 🛟 This pre-study reminded me of the responsibility we carry as engineers. It’s not just about making structures stand; it’s about ensuring they perform under real-world stresses. The details we often overlook are sometimes the most critical. What’s your experience with addressing non-structural seismic demands? I’d love to learn from your insights! #structuralengineering #civilengineering #seismic #earthquakeresistant