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Simulator Magnitude

The magnitude of an earthquake is measured on something called "The Moment Magnitude Scale," which replaced the Richter Scale as the method of measuring the size of earthquakes.

An earthquake’s magnitude is a measurement of energy release and ground motion. Additionally, the larger the magnitude of an earthquake the longer the duration. In measuring earthquakes, seismometers placed geographically radiating out from the earthquake’s origin (epicenter) are used and a mathematical scale combines these readings to create an overall magnitude number.

So, the bottom line is no earthquake simulator of any kind creates or replicates a “magnitude” of any size. It is just not possible. Seismometers positioned miles away from the Quake Cottage™ won’t register its energy release.

What the Quake Cottage™ does is produce an earthquake-type of "Intensity" — which is the strength or force of the motion. Riders in the simulator experience about 25 seconds of 1g of motion. That g-force can happen in a 6.0, 7.0, 8.0, or 9.0 earthquake. The 25-second duration is common with earthquakes around a 7-7.5.

The Quake Cottage™ does not replicate a Magnitude of any size but replicates the intensity of large earthquakes.

Experiential Education

Hundreds of Quake Cottage™ demonstrations around the country have proven that the Quake Cottage™ simulators help generate public interest in disaster preparedness in the community, at home and at work. It is available for demonstrations at your facility or business and has appeared on numerous news, radio and television shows throughout the world.

Quake Cottage™ Sales

We sell Quake Cottage™ only to governmental agencies and SAFE-T-PROOF™ licensees. Inside the Quake Cottage™, the simulated major earthquakes demonstrate the efficacy and advantages of using the best earthquake fasteners for cabinets, furniture, flat screen TVs, lab equipment, office equipment, refrigerators, cabinet doors, and a lot more.

Event Booking

To book a Quake Cottage™ for your company’s preparedness event or for more information, please fill out the form on the right, call 800-377-8888, or email us at EarthquakeSimulator@safe-t-proof.com.