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Reasons Behind Bangkok High-Rise Collapse During Earthquake

The real reasons behind the collapse of an under-construction high-rise building in Bangkok, Thailand, during the Myanmar earthquake can only be understood after a detailed investigation. In this article, I’ll focus on some of the possible reasons based on the social media video evidence. This article is purely for educational purposes and doesn’t necessarily representContinue reading “Reasons Behind Bangkok High-Rise Collapse During Earthquake”

Why more structural engineers should learn nonlinear analysis.

Challenging existing guidelines has always been the catalyst for innovation, in any industry. Structural engineering is also not untouched by this magic. The evolution of buildings in modern times has seen a large shift from brick and stone masonry in the early 19th century to the marvels we see today designed with reinforced concrete andContinue reading “Why more structural engineers should learn nonlinear analysis.”