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Slosh tanks are water-filled containers placed on top of buildings to counteract the swaying of a building by moving in the opposite direction of the seismic forces.

Ductile materials can undergo significant deformation without failure, which allows them to absorb and dissipate energy during seismic events.

Cross bracing involves the use of diagonal supports that increase the structural rigidity of buildings, helping them resist lateral forces by distributing loads.

Continuity in construction ensures that various components of a building are securely connected to each other, providing a continuous load path for seismic forces.

Base isolation decouples the building from ground motion by inserting a layer of flexible bearings, which absorbs seismic waves and reduces the energy transferred to the structure above.

Shear walls are vertical elements that resist horizontal forces by providing wall stiffness higher than that of regular framing walls.

Moment-resisting frames are designed to allow the beams and columns to flex while withstanding significant bending moments, reducing potential damage from seismic forces.

Tuned mass dampers are devices mounted in structures to reduce the amplitude of mechanical vibrations by tuning the frequency of the device to match that of the anticipated vibrations.

Pendulum power relies on a large mass suspended within a building like a pendulum to counteract seismic movements and stabilize the structure.

Historical buildings can be upgraded with modern earthquake-resistant features to preserve cultural heritage while improving safety during seismic activity.

Seismic isolation bearings support a building's mass while allowing horizontal movement, thereby reducing the earthquake forces transmitted through the structure.

Addressing configuration irregularities involves designing buildings to avoid structural asymmetry and discontinuities that can amplify seismic forces during an earthquake.

Redundancy in structure provides alternative load paths in case primary systems fail, allowing a building to withstand seismic events without collapsing.

Flexible pipes accommodate ground and structural movement without breaking, ensuring utilities remain operational after a seismic event.