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Abstract
In the event of an earthquake, the buildings, which initially looked to have adequate levels of strength, may collapse like houses of cards, and flaws may become apparent. Experience gained from the recent earthquake that occurred in Bhuj in 2001 reveals that the majority of the collapsed structures were found to have deficiencies that prevented them from meeting the criteria of the current construction regulations. In the last 10 years, four of the world's most deadly earthquakes have taken place in India, and our country is routinely shaken by earthquakes with intensities ranging from low to moderate. Since many buildings were severely damaged or completely destroyed as a result of the earthquake, the resilience of framed structures to withstand violent vibrations has been called into doubt. Because of this, ensuring that existing structures are qualified to withstand earthquakes has become an especially pressing concern. Qualification for seismic activity ultimately results in the retrofitting of substandard buildings.
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Copyright © 2023 Ankit Raj. This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License.
