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169 articles for “earthquake”
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Structural Responses of Offshore Jacket Platform Subject to Seismic Ground Acceleration and Wave Forces
Abstract: In this paper, the effect of seismic ground acceleration on offshore platforms in the Malaysian waters has been investigated. In the Malaysian region of South China Sea, the conventional practice applied to design of offshore structures is to assume that forces induced on the platforms due to waves, current and wind control the overall response of the structures. Seismic analysis is not conducted since Malaysia is not located in a …
Published in Journal of Offshore Structure and Technology · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 15–23 Read article
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Awareness and Preparedness Regarding Disasters among Residents of An Urban Slum in Delhi
Abstract: The burden of natural disasters falls most heavily upon developing nations where over 95% of disaster related deaths occur. Urban areas are especially prone to disasters affecting millions of people each year through loss of life, serious injury, and loss of assets and livelihoods. To assess the awareness and preparedness about disasters among residents of an urban slum in central Delhi, a community based cross sectional study was conducted among …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2011 · pp. 63–66 Read article
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My Forays into Interdisciplinary Areas of Research
Abstract: This article discusses my journey in interdisciplinary areas of research in India as a pioneer. I was trained as a High Energy Nuclear Physicist at Marie Curie University, Paris, but on return to India, I had to train myself in many diverse fields due to lack of experimental facilities in my own field. My first foray was in Geochronology using fission track dating. Then, I got the opportunity to use …
Published in OmniScience: A Multi-disciplinary Journal · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 26–29 Read article
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A Comparative Study on Beam Slab and Flat Plate Building Frame under Seismic Load
Abstract: The study delves to evaluate the performance of beam slab and flat plate slab in the building frame due to seismic load. Two models of the same layout plan and story levels were compared under seismic load as per BNBC 2016—one was a typical frame structure with beam slab i.e., model 1 and another one was a frame structure with a flat slab, i.e., model 2. Frame structure with beam …
Published in Journal of Structural Engineering and Management · Vol. 8, Issue 4, 2021 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Exploring GeoAlert: An IoT Approach to Weather Station Networks
Abstract: The innovative project "Geo-Alert: IoT Based Weather Station" uses Internet of Things, or IoT, technologies to monitor and respond to environmental circumstances, such as flood hazards, weather variations, and seismic events. This system sends real-time data to the Blynk IoT cloud, enabling seamless remote monitoring and analysis. It does this by utilising a combination of specialised sensors, such as vibration sensors for earthquake detection, DHT11 and MQ series sensors for …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Space Science & Technology · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 27–36 Read article
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A Study on Determination of Seismic Susceptibility in Existing Buildings in Ward No-18 of Dhaka North Using Rapid Visual Screening (RVS) Method
Abstract: The research work presents a comprehensive analysis of the Rapid Visual Screening (RVS) method applied to 200 buildings in Ward No. 18 of Dhaka North City. The study focused on assessing the seismic vulnerability of these structures, categorizing them into damage grades based on the RVS evaluation. Strikingly, the findings revealed that 191 out of the 200 buildings were classified as damage grade 5, signifying severe structural deficiencies. In contrast, …
Published in International Journal of Climate Conditions · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 28–37 Read article
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INFLUENCE OF ASPECT RATIO, GEOMETRIC CONFIGRATION AND CONTINUTY ON SHEAR WALL PERFORMANCE
Abstract: This study investigates the dynamic behavior of shear walls in high-rise buildings, focusing on the impact of varying parameters like aspect ratio, geometry, and continuous-discontinuous structures. By accurately identifying and quantifying various loads and conducting comprehensive structural analysis. The high-rise complex features reinforced concrete shear walls designed to resist lateral forces, ensuring safety and stability.This topic is chosen because the dynamic behavior of shear walls in high-rise buildings is critical …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 26–40 Read article
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SEISMIC ANALYSIS OF BASE ISOLATION FOR PROTECTION OF RURAL BUILDING OF DIFFERENT SHAPES
Abstract: India is a developing country, more than 50% of Indian population lives in unreinforced masonry structures. Masonry structures are vulnerable to seismic loading and load acting in it’s out of plane, hence performs poorly and sometimes leads to sudden collapse. Collapse of structure not only damages public property but also costs the lives of people. Base isolation techniques for these types of structure can be proven to be beneficial, in …
Published in Journal of Structural Engineering and Management · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 32–43 Read article
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A Review on Effects of Waste Tire Rubber Polymer on Fresh, Mechanical, and Impact Resistance Properties of Rubberized Concrete
Abstract: According to the collective findings of numerous researchers, waste tire rubber has proven to be a valuable addition to concrete, contributing to advancements in construction. Rubber crumb is artificial rubber polymers, such as butadiene rubber (BR). The chemical composition of tire rubber crumb that is discarded can be represented by the combination of (C5H8)n, (C8H8)x-(C4H6)y, (C4H6)n, C, S8, ZnO, and complicated hydrocarbons. Various studies have explored the mechanical and impact …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 469–478 Read article
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Cross-Border Disaster Preparedness in the Himalayas by Indian Armed Forces
Abstract: The Himalayan region, known for its immense ecological and geopolitical significance, is also one of the most disaster-prone areas in the world. Its young and dynamic geological structure, coupled with increasing human activity, has amplified the frequency and severity of natural disasters such as landslides, floods, and earthquakes. Cross-border disaster preparedness in the Himalayas, particularly by the Indian Armed Forces, has emerged as a critical component of regional stability and …
Published in International Journal of Pollution: Prevention & Control · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 29–35 Read article
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An Integrated Satellite and Underwater IoT Framework for Real-Time Oceanic Disaster Monitoring and Resilient Communication
Abstract: Ocean-based environmental disasters such as tsunamis and underwater earthquakes pose significant risks to human life, coastal infrastructure, and regional stability. However, traditional communication networks often collapse during such events, leading to delayed alerts and uncoordinated response efforts. This study presents an integrated framework that combines underwater Internet of Things (IoT) systems with satellite communication technologies to enable real-time oceanic disaster monitoring and reliable emergency communication. The system connects underwater sensor …
Published in Recent Trends in Electronics Communication Systems · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 34–40 Read article
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The Influence of Soil Types on the Performance of the Building Frames: A Dynamic Analysis
Abstract: The dynamic response of the building structure is to a large extent dependent on the nature of the supporting soil. Soil stiffness and damping metrics fluctuation can cause significant tension in the behaviour of building skeleton when exposed to dynamic loads such as earthquake or wind. This research aims to evaluate how different soil conditions namely hard, medium, and soft soils impact the seismic performance of building frames under dynamic …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 25–27 Read article
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Structural Load Evaluation of a Low-Rise Residential Building (G+4) Using STAAD.Pro: A Review
Abstract: The structural analysis and design of multi-story residential buildings have become more complex because cities continue to grow while safety requirements become more demanding and building codes establish stricter requirements. The traditional methods of structural analysis worked through manual execution which required extended periods to complete and suffered from computational errors that primarily affected indeterminate structures and lateral loading conditions. This review paper providesa detailed evaluation of previous works related …
Published in Journal of Structural Engineering and Management · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 40–45 Read article
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Design and Performance Considerations for Buildings in Coastal and Offshore Environments
Abstract: Buildings near coastal and offshore regions are exposed to extreme wind and seismic forces that govern structural design. In this study, a simplified assessment of wind and earthquake loads acting on a multistorey coastal building is presented. A wind velocity of 400 km/hr. is considered to represent severe cyclonic conditions. Using a unit weight of air of 12 N/m³, the cumulative wind thrust acting over a building height of 40 …
Published in Journal of Offshore Structure and Technology · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 13–21 Read article
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Design and Implementation of a Bidirectional Long-Range Communication System for Disaster Management Applications
Abstract: In times of natural disasters like earthquakes, floods, landslides and cyclones, the normal communication lines are frequently cut, thus reducing the ability of the affected people and the relief team to communicate vital information. Cellular networks and Internet-based communication systems could be compromised in the event of a loss of power, damage to infrastructure or network congestion. Thus, it is necessary to have a communication system that will be dependable, …
Published in Journal of Communication Engineering & Systems · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Performance based seismic design of reinforced concrete asymmetrical building
Abstract: The nonlinear static analysis of asymmetrical G+20 reinforced concrete building is carried out using design tool. Nowadays, in most of the RCC framed buildings irregularities are commonly observed. Buildings needing simple regular geometry suffer much less damage than buildings with irregular configuration. The poor performance and structural damages in an irregular building type of structures during the frequent earthquakes increased the need to determine and evaluate the damages in the …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 29–36 Read article
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A comparative study of high-rise building having transfer floors with and without spandrel beams
Abstract: High rise buildings recently has become the necessity in densely populated cities or urban areas. Along with advance building material and construction methods, construction of high rise building has increased significantly. This paper proposes a comparative study of high rise building with transfer floor with and without spandrel beams subjected to earthquake load. A 30 storey building with transfer floor at 5th floor is considered for the study. The building …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Diagnosis and Repair of Deteriorated Concrete Structures
Abstract: In India, we come across many old buildings needing major repairs or go early in to a state of dilapidation condition to make them unfit for occupation.The premature deterioration of structure is an economic burden not only on owners but also to the municipalities’ and nation as a whole. The longer life of structures enables better utilization of natural resources. Reduction in waste due to demolition enhances energy conservation. Such …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2013 · pp. 7–12 Read article
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Analysis of Regular And Irregular High Rise (G+30) Building For Seismic Zone V.
Abstract: Earthquake is a vital parameter to be considered while designing structures. Lots of work has beendone by researchers who worked to study the effect of regular, irregular and its shape of thestructure. The main aim of the project is, comparative study of regular and vertically irregular(G+30) building in seismic zone V for different soil condition is done. The results are tabulated andgraphs are plotted for displacement, drift, base shear, and …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 22–34 Read article
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Analysis and A.I. Modelling of Parameters of Symmetrical Multistory Building using Non-linear Static Analysis
Abstract: Non-linear static analysis (Push over Analysis) is the emerging field in seismic design of structures.The major drawback of elastic analysis is that the response beyond the linear state is neither linearnor simple extrapolation. Although elastic analysis gives a good indication of the elastic capacity ofstructures, but it cannot account for redistribution of forces during progressive yielding of a structurethat follows and to predict its failure mechanism or detect possible location …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 1–15 Read article