Evaluation of Seismic Isolation Systems in Terms of Benefit-Cost Analysis by using Survey Technique

Mete Ürkmezyel; Mert Tolon

doi:10.38088/jise.1595303

Evaluation of Seismic Isolation Systems in Terms of Benefit-Cost Analysis by using Survey Technique

Abstract

This research aims to raise awareness of the necessity and benefits of utilizing seismic isolation systems in buildings, considering the casualties and property losses resulting from past earthquakes. Additionally, the seismicity of Turkey's geography, with its proximity to high-risk fault lines, is evaluated. The study focuses on minimizing or completely neutralizing the destructive effects of seismic forces. The research also delves into a benefit-cost analysis of seismic isolation systems to assess their feasibility. Data obtained from a survey conducted with a selected sample group were preliminarily evaluated and statistically analyzed using the SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences) computer program. The findings indicate that seismic isolation systems offer significant benefits in reducing earthquake risk and underline their necessity. Based on the findings obtained within the scope of the study, systematic methodology tables were obtained to provide a road map to decision-makers and are recommended as a guide to public authorities. Earthquake, seismic isolation, benefit-cost analysis, survey technique.

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Earthquake Engineering

Journal Section

Research Article

Authors

Mete Ürkmezyel ^*
0000-0002-1828-8992
Türkiye

Mert Tolon
0000-0002-0131-2976
Türkiye

Publication Date

April 11, 2026

Submission Date

January 22, 2025

Acceptance Date

October 9, 2025

Published in Issue

Year 2026 Volume: 10 Number: 1

DOI

https://doi.org/10.38088/jise.1595303

IZ

https://izlik.org/JA28UA93PB

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RIS / Bibtex

APA

Ürkmezyel, M., & Tolon, M. (2026). Evaluation of Seismic Isolation Systems in Terms of Benefit-Cost Analysis by using Survey Technique. Journal of Innovative Science and Engineering, 10(1), 1-17. https://doi.org/10.38088/jise.1595303

AMA

1.Ürkmezyel M, Tolon M. Evaluation of Seismic Isolation Systems in Terms of Benefit-Cost Analysis by using Survey Technique. JISE. 2026;10(1):1-17. doi:10.38088/jise.1595303

Chicago

Ürkmezyel, Mete, and Mert Tolon. 2026. “Evaluation of Seismic Isolation Systems in Terms of Benefit-Cost Analysis by Using Survey Technique”. Journal of Innovative Science and Engineering 10 (1): 1-17. https://doi.org/10.38088/jise.1595303.

EndNote

Ürkmezyel M, Tolon M (April 1, 2026) Evaluation of Seismic Isolation Systems in Terms of Benefit-Cost Analysis by using Survey Technique. Journal of Innovative Science and Engineering 10 1 1–17.

IEEE

[1]M. Ürkmezyel and M. Tolon, “Evaluation of Seismic Isolation Systems in Terms of Benefit-Cost Analysis by using Survey Technique”, JISE, vol. 10, no. 1, pp. 1–17, Apr. 2026, doi: 10.38088/jise.1595303.

ISNAD

Ürkmezyel, Mete - Tolon, Mert. “Evaluation of Seismic Isolation Systems in Terms of Benefit-Cost Analysis by Using Survey Technique”. Journal of Innovative Science and Engineering 10/1 (April 1, 2026): 1-17. https://doi.org/10.38088/jise.1595303.

JAMA

1.Ürkmezyel M, Tolon M. Evaluation of Seismic Isolation Systems in Terms of Benefit-Cost Analysis by using Survey Technique. JISE. 2026;10:1–17.

MLA

Ürkmezyel, Mete, and Mert Tolon. “Evaluation of Seismic Isolation Systems in Terms of Benefit-Cost Analysis by Using Survey Technique”. Journal of Innovative Science and Engineering, vol. 10, no. 1, Apr. 2026, pp. 1-17, doi:10.38088/jise.1595303.

Vancouver

1.Mete Ürkmezyel, Mert Tolon. Evaluation of Seismic Isolation Systems in Terms of Benefit-Cost Analysis by using Survey Technique. JISE. 2026 Apr. 1;10(1):1-17. doi:10.38088/jise.1595303