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Earthquake Engineering

From Andrew Alden, About.com

Earthquakes don't kill people—falling buildings do. Engineering that takes earthquakes into account can save lives and preserve capital. This gallery goes into the hardware and practices that help ensure earthquake-resistant design and construction.

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Saving lives with earthquake engineering
Earthquake engineering in San Francisco
Earthquakes and schoolhouses

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