| URN | etd-0728125-191231 | Statistics | This thesis had been viewed 22 times. Download 0 times. |
| Author | Chia-Hua Lin | ||
| Author's Email Address | No Public. | ||
| Department | Institute of construction technology | ||
| Year | 2024 | Semester | 2 |
| Degree | Master | Type of Document | Master's Thesis |
| Language | zh-TW.Big5 Chinese | Page Count | 94 |
| Title | A Study on the Effectiveness of Microcomputer Gas Meters in Preventing Secondary Disasters Caused by Earthquakes | ||
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| Abstract | Taiwan, located in the Circum-Pacific Seismic Belt, experiences frequent seismic activity with over 1,000 felt earthquakes annually. Earthquakes not only directly cause building collapses and casualties but can also lead to secondary disasters such as gas leaks, posing significant threats to public safety. This study examines the effectiveness of microcomputer gas meters in earthquake disaster mitigation by comparing disaster data from the 1999 Chi-Chi Earthquake and the April 3, 2024 Hualien Earthquake, and conducting a questionnaire survey to evaluate their disaster reduction performance and public acceptance. A total of 207 valid responses were collected, analyzing public awareness, evaluation, the perceived impact on disaster mitigation, and acceptance of microcomputer gas meters. The findings indicate that respondents hold generally positive attitudes toward microcomputer gas meters, with the highest level of trust placed in their automatic shutdown function during earthquakes. In terms of disaster mitigation, most respondents believe these devices effectively reduce the risks of gas leaks and fires while enhancing community resilience. Regarding acceptance and willingness to adopt, the majority support installing and using such devices to improve home safety, though further promotion and technical awareness campaigns are needed to enhance adoption. Historical data comparisons revealed only 6 fire incidents during the 0403 earthquake, significantly fewer than the 140 fires recorded within 24 hours of the Chi-Chi earthquake, highlighting the notable effectiveness of microcomputer gas meters in reducing secondary disasters caused by earthquakes. |
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| Date of Defense | 2025-07-01 | Date of Submission | 2025-07-28 |