GSC International N-00022 Liquefaction Experiment Apparatus
This apparatus is a vital tool for educators teaching geology, engineering, or disaster preparedness, bringing real-world seismic phenomena into the classroom.
Simulated Seismic Activity
This tabletop vibration generator mimics horizontal seismic waves, such as those seen in earthquakes. It creates pseudo-sine wave oscillations to study how seismic activity affects structures and triggers soil liquefaction.
Visual Demonstration of Structural Impact
The apparatus includes a seven-story mock building, allowing users to observe how varying seismic wave amplitudes can shake and ultimately collapse structures. It also enables hands-on experimentation with earthquake-proof building designs.
Understanding Soil Liquefaction
Accessories provided simulate soil liquefaction during seismic events, illustrating the devastating effects on building foundations. This offers a tangible way to explore the science behind this natural disaster phenomenon.
Classroom-Friendly Design
Compact and easy to use, this device is ideal for classrooms, providing a scaled-down version of earthquake simulators typically found in museums. Students can directly observe and analyze seismic effects in a controlled environment.
Practical Application for Education
Teachers can demonstrate earthquake mechanics, liquefaction processes, and structural resilience. Students can apply these insights to design and test their own model buildings for earthquake resistance, fostering both learning and creativity.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.