Comparative Study of Mivan Technology and Conventional RCC Structures in High Seismic Zones

The growing demand for rapid urban development, coupled with the increasing risk of earthquakes in certain regions, has necessitated the adoption of construction technologies that offer both structural safety and speed of execution. This research presents a comparative study between Mivan formwork construction and conventional Reinforced Cement Concrete (RCC) systems. A G+12 residential building model was developed and analysed under seismic and wind loads using advanced structural analysis software. Key structural parameters such as storey displacement, inter-storey drift, base shear, and natural time period were examined for both construction systems. The findings demonstrate that Mivan structures, due to their monolithic and joint-free construction technique, perform better under lateral forces, showing reduced displacement and drift. Moreover, the speed of construction and labour efficiency in Mivan technology make it a suitable choice for mass housing projects in seismic zones. This study provides valuable insights into the selection of structural systems for safe, efficient, and durable high-rise construction.