Introduction to Seismic Isolation

Introduction to Seismic Isolation



Starting from the definition of seismic resistance, the concept and applications of seismic isolation were introduced in this special webinar. 

Outline:
📌 Principles of Seismic Isolation
📌 Seismic Isolator Types
📌 Seismically Isolated Building Design vs. Conventional Building Design
📌 Seismically Isolated Building Application Examples 
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