Traditional earthquake resistant techniques for vernacular architecture and local seismic cultures: A literature review
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DOI: 10.1016/j.culher.2017.02.015
Abstract: Abstract Specific architectural elements can be identified in constructions located in regions frequently exposed to earthquakes. These earthquake resistant features were developed empirically by local communities to protect their built-up environment. Research in these traditional… read more here.
Keywords: local seismic; earthquake resistant; traditional earthquake; resistant techniques ... See more keywords
Adoption of seismic-resistant techniques in reconstructed housing in the aftermath of Nepal’s 2015 Gorkha earthquake
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DOI: 10.1177/87552930211009530
Abstract: Earthquake affected households too often insufficiently apply seismic construction knowledge during reconstruction. This study aims to assess to what degree safety guidelines have found their way t... read more here.
Keywords: seismic resistant; adoption seismic; reconstructed housing; techniques reconstructed ... See more keywords