Earthquake Engineering

Earthquake engineering is a field that focuses on designing buildings and structures to resist seismic forces from earthquakes. It combines knowledge from seismology, which studies earthquakes and their impacts, and tectonophysics, which examines how Earth's tectonic plates move. By understanding how seismic waves travel and the forces they generate, engineers can create safer structures that can withstand shaking, protect lives, and minimize damage. This involves using specialized materials, innovative designs, and rigorous safety standards to ensure that buildings can endure the intense forces of an earthquake.