A Proposed Model of Earthquake-Proof Building at Bagong Silangan High School

Vol.3, No.1D

Abstract

Earthquake-proof building or Earthquake-resistant structure: A building designed to prevent total collapse, preserve life, and minimize damage in case of an earthquake or tremor. It absorbs and dissipates seismically induced motion through a combination of means: damping decreases the amplitude of oscillations of a vibrating structure, while ductile materials (e.g., steel) can withstand considerable inelastic deformation. Earthquake-resistant construction is the fabrication of a building or structure that can withstand the sudden ground-shaking characteristic of earthquakes. (Britannica, n.d.)

Experimental study designs were used to collect data for this study. As a result, the main purpose is to determine if it is one or more experimental. Interventions have a causal relationship to the dependent variable. Statistical procedure: what was used was the counted data and the data calculations performed. It’s easy to use a percentage distribution table. The weighted mean value of the area of the region injury was also calculated, and a t-test was used to see if there was a clear difference between respondents. They were using the questionnaire as the research collecting method instrument. Researchers surveyed to determine the level of acceptance of seismic buildings from the viewpoint of materials and procedures in the second part of methodology and presentation. With the respondent’s suggestions, Recommendations for improving the project were collected in the third part of the questionnaire. 

The results from the conduct of this study will be discussed, providing a table for the frequency and percentage distribution of the respondents’ profile, weighted mean and corresponding interpretation of responses with regards to the level of acceptability of the earthquake-proof buildings following three indicators, namely: (1) construction materials, (2) procedures and design, and mechanism, and (3) presentation. Further, p-value and Pearson correlation and interpretation will also be presented regarding the relationship and presented in this study's problem statement and hypotheses. To make an earthquake-proof building, as suggested by respondents, it is important to incorporate shear walls, seismic cores, and cross braces; these provide additional strength. The building is bolted to the foundation and provides a retaining wall called a shear wall. This helps strengthen the building and resists shaking. Creating a flexible foundation for a building will help it stay upright in an earthquake. Seismic damper is needed for buildings that can help absorb shock.