Seismocraft (Earthquake Resisting Model)



Information and Rules

Event Description

  • SEISMOCRAFT is the event which is organized for the purpose of practical knowledge towards earthquake load as well as earthquake resistant model. In which student can Learn about teamwork and working in groups, civil engineering, planning and construction. Earthquake Resistant Model: Earthquake resistant model refers to a structure or design that has been specifically engineered to withstand the forces and vibration generated by earthquake.
  • Students need to bring a model as per given criteria on the day of event and it will be tested to uniaxial Shake table.

Materials to be used:

  • Glue (fevicol etc.)
    popsicle sticks
    Cardboard for base and slab

CRITERIA:

  • A Two Story Model with 20cm x 20cm base and 40 cm minimum height. Must have 2 story.
    Elegant look.

TESTING:

  • On the basis of frequency (Hz)
    Wining Ratio = Frequency / Weight

Participation Fees


  • RS. 250 (per team)

Event Type

Team (4 members)


Student coordinator


Surya Bikram Sah (9142295203)


Event coordinator


Prof. Mehul Rangani (mehul.rangani@rku.ac.in)


Eligibility Criteria

  • Btech

Winner certificate will be provided to the rankers.
Participation certificate will be provided to all participants.