There was actually a challenge that went out a number of years ago to build a house that could withstand a magnitude 9 quake. Only one entry made it, with a form of rocking suspension that not only saved the house from collapse, but most items inside were not damaged. In fact, they pushed it past the challenge limit and it withstood an incredible magnitude ten! (That’s ten times greater than a 9.)
It’s fine for earthquakes and floods, but I suspect trouble during a hurricane or tornado. And I bet it drives carpenters crazy trying to get the floors level.
More seriously, giant shock absorbers in the foundation of a building are a thing. They’re used on skyscrapers in regions that have a lot of seismic activity, like Japan and California.
It’s not 100% Earthquake Proof. It’s still connected to the ground. If the ground goes, it’s going to go. It would almost have to be floating above the surface for it to be 100% "resistant. Even then, Primary Earthquake Waves can even go through the air.
Darden’s restaurant Season 52 in Miami. Wanted springs under AC units for quakes, Miami wanted tied down straps for hurricane winds. The straps had to be so tight that the springs lost all effect. I could tell you more details on that build!
Yakety Sax 18 days ago
If you see the house rockin’ don’t come knockin’!
seanfear 18 days ago
and what about the stuff inside?
AllishaDawn 18 days ago
I hope you didn’t build over a fault line.
KA7DRE Premium Member 18 days ago
I could have used one of those the last time I visited San Francisco.
oldpine52 18 days ago
But you’ll get sea sick every time the wind blows.
blunebottle 18 days ago
There was actually a challenge that went out a number of years ago to build a house that could withstand a magnitude 9 quake. Only one entry made it, with a form of rocking suspension that not only saved the house from collapse, but most items inside were not damaged. In fact, they pushed it past the challenge limit and it withstood an incredible magnitude ten! (That’s ten times greater than a 9.)
Sorry, have no clue where the video link is.
Pickled Pete 18 days ago
And your kids will luv it too..
comixbomix 18 days ago
Probably be pretty easy to flip it.
a sage 18 days ago
It’s always spring there.
Zykoic 18 days ago
Resonant residence for long lasting gyrations.
hfergus Premium Member 18 days ago
Don’t see Bleeb.
Dobie Premium Member 18 days ago
Adult bouncy castle?
Bleeb must be inside testing out the springs.
stuart_olson 18 days ago
Better replace the staircase with a rope ladder.
Kornfield Kounty 18 days ago
How ’bout the Bobble-Head Museum during an earthquake?
Kornfield Kounty 18 days ago
How ’bout the Etch-A-Sketch Museum during an earthquake?
rpg_57 18 days ago
It’s great for entertaining.
douglitke 17 days ago
What will the house do if the couple make a little afternoon delight?
wongo 17 days ago
It’s lovely in the spring!
jbduncan 17 days ago
Great place to have a party with a lot of friends1
Superhawk 17 days ago
It’s fine for earthquakes and floods, but I suspect trouble during a hurricane or tornado. And I bet it drives carpenters crazy trying to get the floors level.
shamino 17 days ago
More seriously, giant shock absorbers in the foundation of a building are a thing. They’re used on skyscrapers in regions that have a lot of seismic activity, like Japan and California.
Amra Leo 17 days ago
Bouncy house…
monya_43 17 days ago
Yikes! Stock up on Dramamine.
Happy Labor Day!
paranormal 17 days ago
Yeah, it’ll bounce all the way down the street!!!
smgray 17 days ago
If that doesn’t give you a spring in your step, I don’t know what will.
Frank Burns Eats Worms 17 days ago
Once a year it will require a spring cleaning.
Doug K 17 days ago
It’s not 100% Earthquake Proof. It’s still connected to the ground. If the ground goes, it’s going to go. It would almost have to be floating above the surface for it to be 100% "resistant. Even then, Primary Earthquake Waves can even go through the air.
geese28 17 days ago
100% nausea
Happy Tinkerbelle Premium Member 17 days ago
can you imagine living in that house???? vertigo!
ArtShapiro. 17 days ago
I don’t see the utility connections.
MuddyUSA Premium Member 17 days ago
FUNNY……
EMGULS79 17 days ago
If the house is a-rockin’, don’t come a-knockin’!
Impkins Premium Member 17 days ago
It’s slinky, it’s slinky, it’s fun for a girl or a boy! But, apparently NOT a Bleeb. Maybe catch you next time Little Alien Dude! :)
rbullfogg 17 days ago
Darden’s restaurant Season 52 in Miami. Wanted springs under AC units for quakes, Miami wanted tied down straps for hurricane winds. The straps had to be so tight that the springs lost all effect. I could tell you more details on that build!
Silence Dogood Premium Member 17 days ago
And a lifetime supply of Dramamine…?
Buoy 17 days ago
Perfect for the buyers who don’t like Rock N Roll.
cuzinron47 17 days ago
But there’ll be a whole lotta shakin’ going on.
DagNabIt! 17 days ago
Will the springs make a Boeing Boeing sound? I hope not, or the doors will start flying off!
mbrahms26 17 days ago
But not the stairs leading to the front door.
mbrahms26 17 days ago
It looks like Bleeb in darkface.
mbrahms26 17 days ago
Your new home will have a very nice bounce to it!
norphos 17 days ago
Um, Where does the plumbing empty out? And where does the electricity come in?