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4 years ago

Innovative construction methods make earthquake-resistant buildings more affordable worldwide.

Journal of Structural Integrity and Maintenance
A review on improved construction methods for clay-brick and concrete-block ordinary masonry buildings
Hopeful Syiemiong, Comingstarful Marthong

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Masonry buildings are popular worldwide despite their poor seismic performance. New construction methods have improved the earthquake resistance of clay-brick and concrete-block buildings. These methods have been successful in withstanding strong earthquakes. Different regions may need to adapt these methods to suit locally available materials for cost-effectiveness and social acceptance.