The idea of floating houses during earthquakes was developed by Japanese startup Air Danshin. Founded in 2005, the company has been dedicated to creating earthquake-resistant structures. Their ...

But for busy people, here’s a summary of things you should know about what to do before, during and after an earthquake in Japan ... falling debris from trees, buildings, overhead wires or ...

It can increase liquefaction resistance by 50% compared to existing materials. Researchers discover remarkable substance that could help earthquake-proof future buildings: 'Supporting global efforts' ...

Many such buildings only meet old earthquake resistance standards. As megaquakes are forecast to hit Japan within 30 years, seismic reinforcement is vital, not just for individuals but for society ...

A government panel has revised its damage estimate for an anticipated mega-quake in the Nankai Trough off Japan's Pacific ...

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On the evening of April 18, 2023, a magnitude 5.0 earthquake shook Japan's Nagano Prefecture, sending tremors across a wide area. The earthquake, which occurred at 8:19 PM local time, was centered in ...