Seismic Forces

A moment resisting frame (MRF) is a structural system in building construction designed to resist lateral loads such as those from earthquakes or wind. It relies on beams and columns …

Earthquakes, tsunamis, seiches, landslides, floods, and fires are natural disasters that inflict severe damage and suffering on people. They can result in the collapse of structures, disrupt transportation systems, and …

What is and what could have been? Let’s think of a hypothetical scenario, wherein a recent earthquake struck a region with a history of seismic activity, a traditional masonry building …