Practice Seismic Design Principles - 14.1 | 27. Overview of Precast Concrete Construction | Civil Engineering Materials, Testing & Evaluation - Vol 2
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14.1 - Seismic Design Principles

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Practice Questions

Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.

Question 1

Easy

What are ductile connections?

💡 Hint: Consider what happens when a material bends.

Question 2

Easy

Define moment-resistant frames.

💡 Hint: Think about stability during shaking.

Practice 4 more questions and get performance evaluation

Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What is the purpose of ductile connections in a structure?

  • To allow movement during shaking
  • To increase weight
  • To weaken structure

💡 Hint: Think about how flexibility relates to earthquakes.

Question 2

Moment-resistant frames are used in which type of structures?

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider how structures stay stable.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Design a simple floor plan using both precast and cast-in-situ components, ensuring to include provisions for ductile connections and progressive collapse prevention.

💡 Hint: Think about where failure might occur and how to mitigate risks.

Question 2

Evaluate the impact of ignoring base isolation in a seismic-prone region. Discuss potential building flaws and safety hazards.

💡 Hint: Consider a building that has no room to move with the shaking.

Challenge and get performance evaluation