Choosing the right floor in a high-rise building is a decision that goes far beyond views and prestige. The floor level directly influences comfort, safety, noise exposure, wind effects, ...

In civil and structural engineering, the word “safe” is often used as the ultimate benchmark of good design. If a structure does not collapse under design loads and meets code requirements, it is ...

Here’s how structural engineers assess if a building should be declared safe or unsafe for use after an earthquake – and what you can learn from them MANILA, Philippines – Whenever earthquakes hit, ...