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safety El Sudcaliforniano 2026-06-21

Mexican Professor Creates Algorithm to Detect Hidden Building Damage After Earthquakes

An IPN professor developed 'Rigideces Base', an algorithm using accelerometers to find hidden structural damage in buildings. This innovation helps engineers assess buildings affected by earthquakes in Mexico, guiding decisions on repairs or demolition. The goal is to reduce human and economic risks from seismic activity.

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