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What exists, and how to get in.

Strong Motion Virtual Data Center

Also known as Global component of the Center for Engeinnering Strong Motion Data · Strong Motion VDC

The VDC is a public, web-based search engine for accessing worldwide earthquake strong ground motion data. While the primary focus of the VDC is on data of engineering interest, it is also an interactive resource for scientific research and government and emergency response professionals.

Getting access

Open access Open

How to apply
Not yet verified — we don’t publish a route we haven’t checked.

Summarised from a registry — the exact application route is not yet verified.

Registration required Restricted (registration)

How to apply
Not yet verified — we don’t publish a route we haven’t checked.

Summarised from a registry — the exact application route is not yet verified.

About this database

Websitehttps://www.strongmotioncenter.org/vdc/scripts/default.plx
SubjectsNatural Sciences · Geosciences (including Geography) · Geophysics and Geodesy
Last updated2026-09-11

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