Well come

To
Technical Seminar….
PRESENTED BY:-
1. SOUBHGYA SAMAL

2. SOUMYA RANJAN NAYAK

3. SUBHANKARA NAYAK

4. SUBHASMITA SETHI

5. SOBHAGYA MALLIK
Introduction to
Earthquake-Resistant
Building
Earthquake-resistant buildings are designed to withstand the powerful shaking
and forces generated during seismic events. By incorporating specialized structural
systems, materials, and construction techniques, these structures can protect lives
and property even in the most severe earthquakes.
Seismic Forces and Their Impact on
Structures
Lateral Forces Vertical Forces Resonance Risks

Earthquakes generate intense Powerful vertical accelerations Structures can experience

horizontal forces that can during quakes can lift buildings resonance if their natural
cause buildings to sway, twist, off their foundations and lead frequencies match the shaking
and potentially collapse if not to significant damage. frequencies of the earthquake,
properly designed. amplifying the effects.
Principles of Earthquake-Resistant
Design

1 Ductility 2 Redundancy
Materials and connections that can undergo Multiple load paths to prevent progressive
large deformations without failing, allowing collapse if one element fails.
the structure to dissipate energy.

3 Overstrength 4 Stiffness
Designing components to be stronger than Sufficient rigidity to limit deformations and
the forces they are expected to withstand. prevent damage to non-structural elements.
Structural Systems for Earthquake
Resistance
Moment Frames 1
Rigid connections between beams and
columns to resist lateral forces.
2 Shear Walls
Reinforced concrete or masonry walls
that provide lateral stability and
Braced Frames 3 stiffness.
Diagonal steel or concrete members
that transfer lateral loads to the
foundation.
Materials and Construction Techniques
Reinforced Concrete
Provides high compressive strength and
ductility when properly designed and
reinforced.
Masonry
When confined and reinforced, can be used in
shear walls and other earthquake-resistant
elements.
Steel Framing
Offers high strength-to-weight ratio and can be
detailed for ductile behavior.
Damping Devices
Innovative systems like base isolators and
energy dissipaters can significantly reduce
seismic forces.
Foundations and Soil Considerations

Site Evaluation Deep Foundations Base Isolation

Assessing soil conditions and Pile foundations or caissons Incorporating flexible
potential for liquefaction or that transfer loads to stable bearings or dampers to
slope instability. soil or bedrock. decouple the building from
the ground motion.
Building Code Requirements and
Regulations

Seismic Zoning Structural Design Compliance Professional

Oversight
Building codes Codes specify load Proper permitting,
categorize regions combinations, analysis inspections, and Involvement of
based on seismic methods, and detailing certifications are licensed engineers and
hazard and dictate requirements for essential to ensure architects is crucial for
appropriate design earthquake-resistant code compliance. earthquake-resistant
criteria. structures. design and
construction.
Conclusion and Future Trends
Advancements in Materials Innovative concrete and steel alloys with
enhanced ductility and damping properties.

Computational Modeling Sophisticated simulations to optimize structural

response and design efficiency.

Intelligent Systems Automated monitoring and control systems to

detect and mitigate seismic events.

Resilient Design Incorporating features to maintain functionality

and rapid recovery after earthquakes.