Research Challenges
n Real-time analysis for rapid response.
n Massive amount of data Smart, efficient, innovative data
management and analysis tools.
n Poor signal-to-noise ratio due to traffic, construction, explosions, ….
n Insufficient data for large earthquakes Structure response must be
extrapolated from small and moderate-size earthquakes, and force-
vibration testing.
n First steps
Monitor building motion
Develop algorithm for network to recognize significant seismic events
using real-time monitoring.
Develop theoretical model of building motion and soil structure by
numerical simulation and inversion.
Apply dense sensing of building and infrastructure (plumbing, ducts) with
experimental nodes.