Abstract:
This paper introduces a technically feasible and economically affordable
PP-band (polypropylene bands) retrofitting for low earthquake resistant masonry
structures in developing countries. Results of shaking table tests on building models
show that the PP-band retrofitting technique can enhance safety of both existing and new
masonry buildings even in worst case scenario of earthquake ground motion like JMA7
seismic intensity. Therefore proposed method can be one of the optimum solutions for
promoting safer building construction in developing countries and contribute earthquake
disaster mitigation in future.
