27.11.2 - Northridge Earthquake (1994)
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What year did the Northridge Earthquake occur?
💡 Hint: Look for significant historical earthquakes in the early 1990s.
Why are building codes important after an earthquake?
💡 Hint: Consider the role of codes in construction safety.
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When did the Northridge Earthquake occur?
💡 Hint: Think back to the early 1990s.
True or False: The Northridge Earthquake revealed the significance of vertical accelerations.
💡 Hint: Consider what characteristics of the earthquake were significant.
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Analyze the potential hazards that vertical acceleration poses to older structures built pre-1994. What strategies could mitigate these risks?
💡 Hint: Consider historical earthquake responses and methods to improve resilience.
Using the lessons learned from the Northridge Earthquake, propose a design concept for a new high-rise building in a seismic zone. Outline key features.
💡 Hint: Think about modern engineering practices in earthquake resilience.
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