Earthquake-resistant technology may soon become simpler, cheaper and far more reliable thanks to a newly patented steel ...

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Concrete structures of the past weren’t built to withstand the fury of an earthquake but a groundbreaking solution from engineers at Purdue University could change that. A ...

Although the earthquake that shook New York City and the surrounding region on Friday didn’t cause systemic damage, it left many residents wondering how the city’s buildings would fare under stronger ...

Long before algorithms, simulations, and seismic codes existed, traditional Indian architecture had already mastered ...

The ancient pyramids at Giza in Egypt are some of the most recognizable architectural feats in the world. The Great Pyramid ...

Buildings and urban infrastructure are designed to withstand earthquakes and other natural disasters, based on data from previous events. But how do you design a building to get through the extreme ...

Earthquakes come without warning, and they can cause extreme devastation, harming lives, homes, and communities. That’s why it is essential to earthquake-proof homes to ensure their safety during an ...

In recent years, Japan has experienced major problems with concrete sewage pipes corroded by the highly acid environment in sewage systems. As a result, the Japanese authorities are pressing for ...

TOKYO (Jiji Press) — On March 28, a magnitude (M) 7.7 earthquake struck central Myanmar, causing a horizontal shift along a fault line that extended over 400 kilometers from north to south. Said to be ...

As more than 40,000 fans filled Petco Park for Monday's game against the Chicago Cubs, some might have wondered about safety during an earthquake in a region known for seismic activity. While no ...