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14.2. Indian Practices and Codes
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What does IS 1893 pertain to?
Hint
Remember it's focused on earthquakes.
- 2.
What does ductility refer to?
Hint
Think about how materials behave during stress.
- 3.
Which code governs seismic loading on structures?
- IS 15916
- IS 1893
- IS 13920
Hint
It's the code that deals with seismic forces.
- 4.
True or False: Ductility is unimportant in seismic design.
- True
- False
Hint
Think about how structures need to behave under stress.
- 5.
Calculate the required reinforcement for a precast column designed under IS 1893 in a seismic zone.
Hint
Refer to the guidelines for reinforcement in seismic design.
- 6.
Design a simple prefabricated structure considering IS 15916:2010. What factors would you include?
Hint
Think about how pieces fit together and the overall structural integrity.
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