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Earthquake Base Shear
Earthquake base shear by the static method of the Building Code of Pakistan (Seismic Provisions 2007).
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About this calculator
Enter zone, soil, weight and structural system.
How it's calculated
- V = Cv·I·W / (R·T)
Results are calculated from the values you enter using standard formulas. Download the PDF to keep a record. For certified testing, design or construction, talk to our engineers.
Cite this tool
Kataria Engineering & Consultancy Services (2026). Earthquake Base Shear [online calculator]. https://katariaengineering.com/tools/seismic-base-shear-calculator.html
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