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 the material tests and 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 the future.
