GB 17740-2017

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General ruler for earthquake magnitude

地震震级的规定

Standard Type
GB
ICS
91.120.25
CCS
P15
Status
Active
Issue Date
2017-05-12
Implementation
2017-12-01
Centralized Committee
中国地震局
Issuing Authority
中华人民共和国国家质量监督检验检疫总局、中国国家标准化管理委员会

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GB 17740-2017 specifies the methods for calculating and reporting earthquake magnitudes, including the surface-wave magnitude (Ms) and body-wave magnitude (Mb), using seismic waveform data. It is applied by seismological agencies and engineering firms in China for seismic hazard assessment, building code compliance, and post-earthquake emergency response. The standard ensures consistent magnitude measurement across monitoring stations, directly influencing the design of earthquake-resistant structures and public safety protocols.

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