It is actually because of the dampers that are provided at the diamond shaped geometry that the building is able to transfer the earthquake forces up and sway along with it. For more help do watch this video in related links below.
That depends on how well the building was constructed. One of poor construction might only be able to withstand up to about a magnitude 5. A well constructed reinforced building may withstand up to an 8.5.
Yes, the Eiffel Tower can withstand an earthquake due to its flexible structure that allows it to sway without breaking. It is designed to withstand seismic activity up to a magnitude of 7 on the Richter scale.
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Earthquake resistant refers to the ability of a structure or building to withstand the shaking and ground movement caused by an earthquake without collapsing or sustaining significant damage. This involves designing and constructing buildings with materials and techniques that can absorb and dissipate seismic energy to minimize the impact of an earthquake.
The first earthquake-proof building, known as the 'Torre Latinoamericana', was built in Mexico City in 1956. It has since withstood several earthquakes and serves as a model for earthquake-resistant design in high-risk areas.
Joe Torre
no, it can't happen because brick can't withstand a 1.0-8.0+ earthquake
Torre Mayor in Mexico city, Mexico. To be replaced by the Bicentonario Torre in Mexico city, Mexico, in 2010
Most buildings that are designed to.
to withstand the strains placed upon them by an earthquake
JOKES
8.5 is how much
A very tall bulding.
That depends on how well the building was constructed. One of poor construction might only be able to withstand up to about a magnitude 5. A well constructed reinforced building may withstand up to an 8.5.
In the Niigata earthquake in Japan, there was a wide range of styles of structure collapse and survival. On Google there are assembled a good set of photos from various sources. Note particularly the group of medium rise housing. Some blocks are intact, some are structurally sound - apart from lying on their back that is! And some in between. The bridge photos show 'progressive collapse' quite well.
How to prepared for the next earthquake. For example, construction has enhanced significantly due to earthquakes. Buildings are now built to withstand any earthquake.
Because they built wooden frame houses to withstand the earthquake, funnily enough, fire often comes with earthquakes.....