METHOD FOR DETERMINING THE EARTHQUAKE RESISTANCE OF BUILDINGS

摘要

The invention relates to a method for determining the earthquake resistance of buildings during which the natural frequency of the building is determined. In addition, the natural frequency of the ground surrounding the building is determined. An evaluation quantity for the building is subsequently calculated based on a comparison of the natural frequency of the building with the natural frequency of the ground. A building's earthquake resistance can be determined based on this evaluation quantity. Preferably, based on the evaluation quantity, a probability of structural failure of the building and an average amount of damage to the building are calculated according to the magnitude of the earthquake.