Earthquake Engineering

Earthquake engineering is a branch of engineering that focuses on designing and analyzing structures to withstand earthquakes. Its primary goal is to minimize damage and loss of life by creating structures that can absorb and dissipate seismic energy.

Key Aspects:

- Seismic Analysis: Evaluating how structures respond to seismic waves using mathematical and computational models
- Structural Design: Creating frameworks that maintain integrity during seismic events, such as base isolation, reinforced concrete, and braced frames
- Soil Dynamics: Studying soil properties and behavior, like soil liquefaction, that affect structural response to seismic events
- Dynamic Loading: Understanding the transient forces exerted by earthquakes on structures