Intro
Objective 10/24/11
Create an earthquake-proof building.
What things could help make a building more “earthquake proof”?
Earthquake-Proof Buildings
Earthquake-Proof Buildings
Retrofitting The process of making older structures more earthquake resistant
Earthquake-Proof Buildings
Mass damper
Active tendon system
Weight placed in roof to counteract movement of building
Weight placed in basement to counteract movement of building
Earthquakes and Buildings
Earthquake-Proof Buildings
Base Isolators
Cross Braces
Built into the foundation of building
Act as shock absorbers
Make building more stable
Earthquakes and Buildings
Earthquakes and Buildings
Earthquakes and Buildings
Earthquake-Proof Buildings
Flexible Pipes Prevents waterlines and gas lines from breaking
Earthquakes and Buildings
Earthquakes and Buildings
Objective 10/24/11
Outro
Create an earthquake-proof building.
How will you use what you learned today to help you design a better building tomorrow?
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