Seismic resilience assessment of natural gas pipeline networks: an agent-based stochastic simulation approach

Key Points

• Seismic resilience improves when evaluating natural gas pipeline networks under various scenarios.
• The study applies a stochastic simulation approach, utilizing agent-based models to visualize network responses.
• Analysis reveals the impact of simulated seismic events on pipeline integrity and gas delivery efficiency.
• Findings highlight the need for enhanced resilience strategies in pipeline design and maintenance practices.