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Earthquake-Proof Buildings
Melissa Raae Shofner
Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub, Jan. 1, 2017)Theres no telling when an earthquake can strike, which is why engineers building in earthquake-prone places need to be careful. Earthquake-proofing buildings takes cutting-edge science and lots of testing, but these amazing creations help keep people safe and prevent further chaos in the event of disaster. Full-color photographs that chronicle the construction of simple bunker-like rooms as well as more complex buildings yet to be tested by major geological events will mesmerize readers. Theyll also get a look at how high-rises are built to combat the shaking and swaying that comes with these natural disasters.
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Earthquake-Proof Buildings
Melissa Rae Shofner
Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub, Jan. 1, 2017)Theres no telling when an earthquake can strike, which is why engineers building in earthquake-prone places need to be careful. Earthquake-proofing buildings takes cutting-edge science and lots of testing, but these amazing creations help keep people safe and prevent further chaos in the event of disaster. Full-color photographs that chronicle the construction of simple bunker-like rooms as well as more complex buildings yet to be tested by major geological events will mesmerize readers. Theyll also get a look at how high-rises are built to combat the shaking and swaying that comes with these natural disasters.
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Earthquake-proof Buildings
Melissa Raé Shofner
Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub, Jan. 1, 2017)Discusses the effects of earthquakes on buildings, the history of efforts to construct buildings that are resistent to quakes, some of the various techniques in use and how they have helped to limit damage, and possible future developments.
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