A2 - IDENTIFY & PRIORITIZE RESEARCH
Purpose
Location
Aesthetics
Earthquakes
Materials
Limitations
When appropriate earthquake-resistant materials are not readily available locally, what other materials or construction methods can be used?
What effect does material quality have on how effective earthquake-resistant structures are?
How does earthquake-resistant construction help prevent economic loss in countries after the natural disaster occurs?
What effect does the choice of construction site have on how successful earthquake-resistant designs are?
How does the availability of suitable building materials impact the feasibility of earthquake-resistant construction in different regions?
How do seismic wave amplification and soil liquefaction affect building designed to withstand earthquakes?
When choosing a building site for earthquake-resistant construction, which environmental elements should be taken into account?
What are the main forces that buildings face during an earthquake?
What are the main ways why ordinary building designs are not earthquake-resistant?
What is the effect of seismic isolation systems on the aesthetics of buildings?
What are some typical obstacles to finding a balance between earthquake resistance and aesthetic requirements in buildings?
What specific goals do earthquake-resistant design principles seek to achieve in terms of reducing deaths and injuries during seismic events?
What role do they play in ensuring public safety?
Why do we need earthquake-resistant resistant buildings?
What are the main characteristics of earthquake-resistant buildings?
In what ways do these savings contribute to community economic stability?
What impact does seismic activity have on a nation's efforts to recover financially?
What are the cost-saving benefits of building with earthquake resistance?
What are some common shortages of materials that can make earthquake-resistant construction more difficult?
How do builders balance cost considerations with the need for earthquake-resistant materials?
What makes construction on loose soil problematic in terms of earthquake resilience, and what steps may be taken to reduce the risk?
How can foundations be made to settle evenly under vertical loading, and what elements lead to foundation deterioration?
What obstacles hinder the widespread adoption of earthquake-resistant construction procedures in various countries?
What effects do educational, cultural, and economic considerations have on the adoption of earthquake-resistant design principles?
What part do awareness campaigns play in encouraging communities and builders to create structures that are earthquake-resistant?
How might nearby bodies of water affect the danger of seismic activity through flooding?
How do neighbouring buildings affect or are affected by earthquake-resistant structures?
What are some typical indicators that the earth is liquefying during an earthquake?
In what ways might engineers lessen these impacts on the foundations of buildings?
What elements are involved in the deterioration of material during seismic events?
How can builders make sure that every component of a construction is made of high-quality materials consistently?
Could you give instances of non-traditional materials being successfully implemented?
What problems may you run into while using alternative materials, and how can you solve them?
When applying earthquake-resistant design principles, how do architects usually handle concerns regarding building appearance?
Could you give instances of successful decisions between earthquake resistance and aesthetics?
When base isolation systems are installed, what visual changes take place, and how do these impact the appearance of buildings?
Are there any design factors that architects should be aware of that are unique to seismic isolation?
What separates these forces from typical loads such as wind and gravity?
What part do seismic waves play in the destruction of structures?
In what ways do concrete structures respond to earthquake loading differently from those made of flexible materials?
What typical flaws in normal construction frameworks might cause them to collapse during an earthquake?