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Experimental seven story building withstands quakes in Tsukuba
A joint Japan United States project in Tsukuba tested a reinforced seven story building against nine months of simulated earthquakes. The team of 30 engineers, led by James K. Wright, reported the structure survived without collapse, suggesting reinforced designs could save lives and property in cities like Tokyo and San Francisco. The $2 million study concluded further tests would continue in September and October.
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Tsukuba
Japan
Earthquake Research Center
Tokyo
San Francisco
United States
James K. Wight
University of Michigan
Wight
Asia