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Earthquake-Resistant Design And Base Isolation Techniques, Christian George, Jacob Sweeten, Gabriela Cotto, Savion Stewart
Earthquake-Resistant Design And Base Isolation Techniques, Christian George, Jacob Sweeten, Gabriela Cotto, Savion Stewart
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Earthquake-resistant design has become a critical feature in construction near active fault lines, where seismic activity is most frequent and potentially destructive. In recent years, technological advancements have significantly improved methods for protecting buildings from earthquake damage. Among these innovations, base isolation systems have appeared as one of the most effective solutions. By decoupling a building from ground motion, base isolators reduce the transmission of seismic forces, helping to prevent structural damage and support building stability during earthquakes. In addition to improving safety, base isolation systems can also reduce long-term costs associated with earthquake-related repairs and maintenance. Base-isolated structures are …
Hurricane-Resilient Construction Practices In The Southeastern United States, Eleanor Hopkins, Jonathan Gildersleeve, Kieran Hemminger, Remingtin Rodriguez
Hurricane-Resilient Construction Practices In The Southeastern United States, Eleanor Hopkins, Jonathan Gildersleeve, Kieran Hemminger, Remingtin Rodriguez
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Hurricanes pose a significant threat to infrastructure and communities across the southeastern United States, causing billions of dollars in structural damage each year. High wind speeds, storm surge, and wind-driven rain frequently lead to roof failures, structural collapse, and severe interior water damage. As coastal populations continue to grow, improving the resilience of buildings in hurricane-prone regions has become a critical engineering and planning challenge. This literature review examines hurricane-resilient construction practices and evaluates strategies that improve structural performance during extreme weather events. Key areas of focus include continuous load path structural systems, reinforced roof-to-wall connections, elevated foundations to mitigate …
System And Method For Detecting Subsurface Voids Using Controlled Heat Addition, Chase Nilsson
System And Method For Detecting Subsurface Voids Using Controlled Heat Addition, Chase Nilsson
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This study evaluates controlled heat addition in a confined space to estimate enclosed volumes for irregularly shaped spaces. The intent is to detect hidden voids in cave environments. Conventional methods for identifying such voids are often costly, logistically difficult, and limited in accuracy. Preliminary experiments were conducted with a controlled heat source, a temporary thermal barrier to isolate the test chamber, and simple temperature sensors. Temperatures were recorded for the pre-test baseline, the heating interval, followed by a cooling period. The thermal response showed clear engineering trends that warrant further exploration and modeling. Preliminary results indicate that transient temperature changes …