Buildings and bridges may be among the structures to benefit from a proposed shock absorber that could reduce the force of an impact by up to 98%. Surajit Sen and colleagues at the State University of ...

We are getting a first look at a new type of shock absorber designed to protect buildings during an earthquake, and it is being used right here in the Bay Area.

As Japan recovers from its devastating earthquake, Taylor Devices is hoping its patented earthquake shock-absorbers could help make the country's buildings safer from future quakes.

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Inspired by how shock absorbers work, the three students – Yosi Kristiana, Siti Zuliana and Miftahussurur Rosyadi – created a simple device they called the “spring damper foundation”.

Discover how to transform an old shock absorber into an excellent and useful tool with this DIY guide! In this video, learn ...

The 'Taylor Protected' buildings will comprise shock absorbers using aerospace technology, which will be fitted inside the walls, acting similar to shock absorbers in a car, so that the building ...

Cars with worn-out shock absorbers illustrate what the devices are meant to do, because they tend to bounce continuously. Worn-out shocks compromise a car’s roadholding and braking.

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) – A shock absorber for the knee could be a new way to relieve pain for millions of Americans who suffer from osteoarthritis. It's still experimental but the people who've ...

New research has shown that a world-first system of rubber shock absorbers made from recycled tyres can significantly protect ...

Japan’s skyscrapers are built to withstand some of the strongest earthquakes in the world, thanks to innovative engineering and seismic design. Located on the Pacific Ring of Fire, Japan is no ...