Revolutionary seismic mitigation system unveiled in the uae

Scientists at the University of Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates have developed a groundbreaking seismic mitigation system that doesn't require electricity and can be easily integrated into existing buildings.

Energy-dissipating 'tree of steel' offers hope for safer cities

Named the 'Tree of Steel', this modular, cylindrical device is packed with steel spheres that interact with each other through radial rods, generating kinetic energy that dissipates seismic shocks. In laboratory tests, the system has reduced impact by up to 14%.

Professor Moussa Lebloub, lead researcher on the project, hailed the innovation as a game-changer for cities prone to devastating earthquakes. 'It's a reusable, autonomous, and affordable solution that can be retrofitted into existing structures without disrupting daily life,' he explained.

While traditional quake-absorbers like hydraulic dampers have limitations, the 'Tree of Steel' boasts a longer lifespan and can be easily maintained. Lebloub believes the technology could revolutionize seismic protection worldwide, from Spain to any country seeking to enhance urban resilience.