Seismic-Resilient Structural Systems: A Geotechnical Engineering

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Year : 2026 | Volume : 13 | Issue : 01 | Page : 53 61
    By

    Yamini N. Deshvena,

  • Pathan Shahanawaj Khan Siraj Khan,

  • Shaikh Faijan Shaikh Jahir,

  • Shaikh Shahzaim Shaikh Nisar,

  • Syed Shoeb Ali Syed Iqbal Ali,

Abstract

Earthquakes represent one of the most destructive natural hazards, capable of causing severe structural damage, loss of life, and substantial economic disruption. Seismic waves propagating through the ground can induce excessive forces and deformations in buildings, often leading to partial or complete collapse. Statistical records indicate that thousands of earthquakes occur globally each year, including several major events that result in significant damage. Past earthquake disasters have repeatedly demonstrated that structural failure, particularly of inadequately designed buildings, is the primary cause of casualties, thereby emphasizing the necessity for earthquake-resistant construction practices. Although it is not feasible to design structures that are entirely immune to seismic damage, earthquake-resistant design focuses on enhancing structural performance and ensuring life safety under expected seismic demands. Current building codes require structures to be designed to withstand the maximum credible earthquake with a reasonable probability of occurrence at a given site. Modern earthquake engineering has evolved through the integration of experimental investigations, numerical simulations, and observations from historical seismic events to achieve reliable and efficient seismic performance. This paper discusses various techniques and design strategies aimed at improving the seismic resistance of structures. Earthquake-resistant structural design has emerged as a multidisciplinary field, incorporating advancements in probabilistic seismic analysis, performance-based design methodologies, innovative structural systems and energy-dissipation devices, and the use of non-conventional materials. Furthermore, recent developments in advanced analytical tools enable more accurate prediction of structural response by accounting for material nonlinearity, strength and stiffness degradation under cyclic loading, geometric effects, and, critically, soil–structure interaction. These advancements collectively contribute to the development of safer and more resilient structures in seismically active regions.

Keywords: Base shear, ductility, earthquake resistant design, Lateral load resisting system (LLRS), load path, response spectrum, seismic coefficients, seismic forces, seismic zoning map, Soil-structure interaction (SSI), structural dynamics, time history analysis

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Yamini N. Deshvena, Pathan Shahanawaj Khan Siraj Khan, Shaikh Faijan Shaikh Jahir, Shaikh Shahzaim Shaikh Nisar, Syed Shoeb Ali Syed Iqbal Ali. Seismic-Resilient Structural Systems: A Geotechnical Engineering. Journal of Geotechnical Engineering. 2026; 13(01):53-61.
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Yamini N. Deshvena, Pathan Shahanawaj Khan Siraj Khan, Shaikh Faijan Shaikh Jahir, Shaikh Shahzaim Shaikh Nisar, Syed Shoeb Ali Syed Iqbal Ali. Seismic-Resilient Structural Systems: A Geotechnical Engineering. Journal of Geotechnical Engineering. 2026; 13(01):53-61. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/joge/article=2026/view=241534


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Volume 13
Issue 01
Received 16/01/2026
Accepted 21/01/2026
Published 27/01/2026
Publication Time 11 Days
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