Earthquake Resistant Construction
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What is the primary purpose of LAMESA's built-in alarm system?

  • To alert students of an earthquake (correct)
  • To display seismic measurements
  • To trigger the actuator to fold the table top
  • To monitor the desk's structural integrity
  • What is the function of the accelerometer in LAMESA?

  • To control the actuator's movement
  • To display intensity levels on the LCD display
  • To trigger the alarm system
  • To sense motion and feed seismic measurements (correct)
  • What is a characteristic of steel that makes it suitable for use in earthquake-resistant construction?

  • High strength to weight ratio (correct)
  • High cost of production
  • High weight to strength ratio
  • Difficulty to maintain
  • How does LAMESA address probable disasters in educational institutions?

    <p>By combining technology with capacity building</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a secondary effect of earthquakes that can occur when the soil is water-saturated?

    <p>Liquefaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the capacity of the storage bin in LAMESA?

    <p>Enough supplies for 9 kindergarteners</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the angle at which the table top folds upward in response to seismic activity?

    <p>16 degrees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it necessary to refine approaches to earthquake vulnerability reduction in developing countries?

    <p>Because they are not applicable in developing countries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can happen to LPG tanks and stoves during earthquakes?

    <p>They overturn</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is displayed on LAMESA's 13-bit liquid crystal display?

    <p>Intensity levels and evacuation instructions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an essential characteristic of steel that makes it eco-friendly?

    <p>Not specified in the text</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of electrical lines being severed during earthquakes?

    <p>Fire outbreaks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of effective recording and interpretation of ground motion?

    <p>To provide alerts and warnings to high-risk areas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a seismic hazard map show?

    <p>The potential hazards in a given area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to represent the anticipated intensity of ground shaking?

    <p>Peak acceleration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can resistant structures be developed to withstand collapse during earthquakes?

    <p>By following building codes based on hazard maps</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason why building calamity-proof housing projects is important in the Philippines?

    <p>Because the Philippines is prone to natural calamities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the ultimate goal of effective recording and interpretation of ground motion, constructing seismic hazard maps, and developing resistant structures?

    <p>To reduce the impact of earthquakes</p> Signup and view all the answers

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