24.4.2. Strong Motion Sensor Networks

Try these first

1. 1.

   What do strong motion sensors measure?

   Hint

   Think about what happens to the ground during an earthquake.

2. 2.

   Why is retrofitting important?

   Hint

   Consider what happens to buildings during strong shaking.

3. 3.

   What is the primary purpose of strong motion sensors?

   • To predict earthquakes
   • To measure ground shaking
   • To analyze soil samples

   Hint

   Focus on what these sensors are directly designed to do.

4. 4.

   True or False: Strong motion data is only useful in rural areas.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about where earthquakes would have the most impact.

5. 5.

   Consider a city that experiences frequent seismic activity. How should officials use data from strong motion sensors to inform building codes and emergency response plans?

   Hint

   Think about what information would be critical for safety.

6. 6.

   In an area with high seismic risk, how can strong motion sensor data improve retrofitting efforts? Discuss the steps involved in the process.

   Hint

   Consider how analysis translates to action.